Florida Aid to Animals - Melbourne Location

09/30/2026

PSA TIME: LET’S TALK HEARTWORMS.

Nobody likes spending money on prevention. We get it. But please, please find a heartworm preventative that fits your beliefs, your lifestyle AND your pocketbook and talk to your vet about the options available.
Because the alternative can be a long, expensive and really rough road.
We have been seeing an uptick in dogs coming into the rescue heartworm positive, and poor H***h is now one of them.

Heartworm treatment isn’t just “give them some medicine and they’re good.” Treatment takes time. There are medications, injections, vet visits and, probably the hardest part for some dogs, serious activity restriction while those worms die off. Keeping a dog calm is already an Olympic event. Keeping one calm for medical reasons is a whole different level of fun.

And meanwhile, those nasty little freeloaders have been living in the dog’s heart and surrounding blood vessels without paying a DIME in rent.

H***h has a road ahead of him, and we’ll walk it with him just like we do with every dog that comes through our doors.

But his story is also our reminder:

PREVENTION. PREVENTION. PREVENTION.

There are different heartworm prevention options and different price points. Ask your veterinarian what is appropriate for YOUR dog. If cost is an issue, tell them. Ask about alternatives. Ask questions. Just don’t assume skipping prevention will be cheaper in the long run.

Trust us… H***h would like a word.
Also we understand h***h is not a frenchie butttttt look at that face we couldn’t say no

Protect those babies. Heartworms suck — literally.

09/28/2026

🔥 We’re launching something special for the Space Coast 🔥

🐾 Florida Aid to Animals and Against The Grain Tattoo are teaming up for a fundraiser with one priceless grand prize: ✨ A custom pet portrait tattoo by Wes ✨

Your pet. Your story. Your skin. Forever.

🎟️ Tickets: $20

📅 Winner announced LIVE on Facebook — Oct 31

🐾 Every ticket helps Florida Aid to Animals provide affordable veterinary care to pet parents struggling financially in our community whose pets would otherwise go without.

This is your chance to get incredible art and make a real impact.

https://givebutter.com/ink-for-animals

09/19/2026

At Florida Aid to Animals, we're not just spay neuter clinics - we're a community for affordable pet healthcare.

We can't do it alone - your contribution makes all the difference! We are so grateful for your support since 1989.

www.flaidtoanimals.org/donate


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09/19/2026

September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month. If you aren't up-to-date on vaccines or need anything at all, give us a call! ⚕️🐾

09/18/2026

Let's find this sweet girl a loving home! ❤️ 🐾 Please share.

09/16/2026

09/11/2026

Twenty‑five years ago today, our nation faced one of its darkest moments. In the hours and days that followed, courage took many forms — including more than 300 search‑and‑rescue dogs who worked beside firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and recovery teams at Ground Zero, the Pentagon, and the Staten Island recovery site.

These dogs climbed unstable debris, squeezed into voids too dangerous for humans, and searched tirelessly for survivors. When the mission shifted from rescue to recovery, they helped families find answers and gave exhausted responders moments of comfort that kept them going.

Many of these dogs served for weeks, returning day after day despite smoke, heat, and hazardous conditions. Their handlers — firefighters, police K‑9 units, FEMA teams, and civilian specialists — stayed by their side through every search.

Long‑term studies later found something remarkable: the 9/11 dogs did not experience shortened lifespans or increased cancer rates, a testament to their resilience and the care provided by their handlers and veterinary teams.
Source: 9/11 Memorial & Museum — “Rescue & Recovery: The Four‑Legged Heroes”

Today, we honor them.
We honor their handlers.
We honor every first responder who ran toward danger.
And we honor every life lost on September 11, 2001.

At Florida Aid to Animals, we believe every pet carries a spark of that same devotion — the instinct to comfort, protect, and stand by us. The dogs of 9/11 showed the world what that devotion looks like in its most heroic form.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.
9•11•2001

🐾 Florida Aid to Animals
Affordable Pet Healthcare

09/09/2026

🏒🐾 HOCKEY HELPS PETS! 🐾🏒

Want to win **4 CENTER-ICE TICKETS** to an Orlando Solar Bears game?! 🔥

We’re raffling off 4 tickets to any eligible regular-season home game through April 2027! Bring your friends, cheer on the Solar Bears, and enjoy an unforgettable night at the Kia Center! 🏒💜

🎟️ $10 = 1 chance
🎟️ $25 = 3 chances
🎟️ $50 = 10 chances

And the best part? Every ticket helps Florida Aid to Animals continue providing affordable pet healthcare in our community. 🐶🐱

👉 Enter to win. Share with a hockey-loving friend. Help pets while you cheer on the SolarBears!

🎟️ **ENTER HERE:** [https://givebutter.com/hockey-helps-pets]

Win 4 Center-Ice Tickets to an Orlando Solar Bears home game in 2027 & Help Pets in Need with Florida Aid to Animals

09/04/2026

⚠️🚨 RABIES ALERT — MELBOURNE AREA 🚨⚠️
Issued by the Florida Department of Health in Brevard County

A 60‑day rabies alert has been issued after a raccoon captured near Andrews Avenue tested positive for rabies.
Affected area: West Eau Gallie Boulevard, Sarno Road, Croton Road, and North Wickham Road.

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🩺 Protect Your Family and Pets!
Rabies is always a concern in Florida’s wildlife — even when alerts aren’t active.
This is why we ALWAYS vaccinate against rabies. Vaccination is the reason we rarely see rabies in pets, and it’s the only way to protect both animals and people from a disease that is nearly 100% fatal once symptoms appear.

Prevention Tips
- Avoid contact with wild or stray animals.
- Keep pets vaccinated and on a leash.
- Secure livestock and outdoor animals.
- Do not leave pet food or open garbage outside.

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🐾 If You or Your Pet Is Bitten or Scratched
Seek medical or veterinary attention immediately.

- Report exposures: DOH‑Brevard — 321‑634‑6337 (Option 3)
- Report stray animals: BCSO Animal Services — 321‑633‑2024

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Why Vaccination Matters:
Rabies is present in local wildlife year‑round.
Vaccinating your pets protects your family, your neighbors, and our community.
It’s simple, safe, and essential — don’t wait for an alert to act. Give us a call!

09/02/2026

😼 Happy Ginger Cat Appreciation Day!
Shoutout to the orange cats—the chaotic good of the feline universe. The ones who zoom at 3 AM, demand snacks like tiny royalty, and then flop over like sun‑warmed potatoes five minutes later. We see you. We love you!

And here’s a fun science twist: Did you know?
Ginger cats get their iconic color from a gene called “O” (for orange), which cranks up the production of pheomelanin—the same pigment that gives redheads their fiery hair. Because this gene sits on the X chromosome, most ginger cats are male, which is why orange boys seem to be everywhere causing trouble. Their bold personalities? That’s not just vibes—studies show ginger cats often score higher on social and attention‑seeking behaviors.

So whether your ginger is a lovable menace or a mellow marshmallow, today’s the day to celebrate their big personalities, bright coats, and scientifically verified spice. Drop a photo of your orange cat 🐈 in the comments! 👇

🧡 Orange cats: powered by drama, fueled by genetics.

[ 📷 Photos of Dana's sweet "Bubba" 😼]