Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County

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Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County is a no kill non-profit animal shelter that provides a temporary home for all homeless pets in Charlotte County Florida

06/16/2026

Behind every community partnership, outreach event, and connection that helps our mission grow, there’s someone working to bring people and animals together.

This week’s Tell-All Tuesday features Aubrey, our Community Outreach Manager!

We sat down with Aubrey to talk about the vital role local businesses, organizations, and community groups play in supporting the Animal Welfare League, how community involvement directly impacts the animals in our care, and what she loves most about connecting people to our mission.

It takes a village to save lives, and every donor, partner, and supporter is part of that story. Join us as Aubrey shares why community support is one of the most powerful tools we have to help animals in need.

Thank you, Andrea and Kix Country 92.9! We’re so grateful to Andrea and our friends at Kix Country 92.9 for featuring Sa...
06/16/2026

Thank you, Andrea and Kix Country 92.9!

We’re so grateful to Andrea and our friends at Kix Country 92.9 for featuring Sasha as this week’s Andrea’s Shelter Spotlight, Adoptable Dog of the Week! Your support helps shine a light on dogs like Sasha who are so deserving of a loving home.

Thanks to you, more people now know about this precious girl who is ready for a cozy couch, endless cuddles, and the forever family she’s been waiting for.

A special thank you to Norm Reeves Honda Superstore Port Charlotte for sponsoring the segment and helping make these weekly spotlights possible.

We truly appreciate our amazing community partners and everyone who supports the animals at the Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County!

🐾 Come See Us at Port Charlotte Town Center! 🐾The Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County is excited to be part of thi...
06/13/2026

🐾 Come See Us at Port Charlotte Town Center! 🐾

The Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County is excited to be part of this special Spring Event today from 10 AM to 2 PM!

We’ll be bringing some of our adoptable dogs who are ready to find loving forever homes. Stop by to meet them, learn more about our organization, and support our mission of helping homeless animals throughout our community.

A special thank you to JCPenney Salon for supporting AWL. Proceeds from haircuts and tinsel services during the event will benefit The Animal Welfare League, helping us continue to provide shelter, medical care, and second chances to animals in need.

Whether you’re looking to adopt, donate, or just spend some time with some amazing dogs, we’d love to see you there!

🐶 Meet adoptable dogs
💙 Support local animals
📍 Port Charlotte Town Center
🕙 10 AM - 2 PM

Because every creature matters. ❤️

Happy Friday Everyone,This week’s Friday Foster Feature is Waffles!Waffles is exactly what his foster describes him as: ...
06/12/2026

Happy Friday Everyone,

This week’s Friday Foster Feature is Waffles!

Waffles is exactly what his foster describes him as: a super sweet, oversized cuddle bug (an 82 pound lap dog, if you will). He loves spending time with people, giving gentle kisses, and soaking up all the affection he can get.

When he’s not cuddled up on the couch, you’ll find him playing with other dogs, lounging in the sunshine, or exploring the outdoors. Waffles is great with kids, enjoys car rides, and is a fantastic companion for outings. In fact, he recently visited an ice cream shop and happily accepted pets and attention from everyone he met.

At only three years old, Waffles is friendly, social, and eager to be part of whatever you’re doing. He’s a good listener, loves being around people, and has a goofy charm that’s impossible not to love. His only request? Maybe don’t leave your plate unattended. Waffles is always on the lookout for a snack!

If you’re looking for a loving, affectionate dog who will happily be your shadow and your best friend, Waffles may be the perfect fit.

To learn more about Waffles, please contact our foster coordinator, Alyssa:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 941-625-6720

A heartfelt thank you to the Punta Gorda Girlfriends Group for their generous donation drop-off to Animal Welfare League...
06/11/2026

A heartfelt thank you to the Punta Gorda Girlfriends Group for their generous donation drop-off to Animal Welfare League!

We are so grateful for the wonderful assortment of toys, treats, supplies, and essentials that will help us care for the animals who depend on us every day. Your kindness and support make a meaningful difference in the lives of our shelter pets.

A very special thank you to Gigi and Caroline for being so gracious and taking the time to personally deliver these donations. Your generosity, compassion, and dedication to helping animals are truly appreciated!

From all of us at AWL, and especially from the pets whose tails will be wagging a little harder because of your kindness, thank you!

We have so many incredible events coming your way soon! From adoption specials to community fun, fundraising, and honori...
06/11/2026

We have so many incredible events coming your way soon!

From adoption specials to community fun, fundraising, and honoring the pets we’ve loved and lost, there’s something for every animal lover on the calendar.

🐶🐱 JCPenny's Spring Event
📅 Saturday, June 13th
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Port Charlotte Town Center
Join us with JCPenney Salon for donations, haircuts, tinsel, adoption opportunities, and more. All proceeds benefit AWL!

🪩 House Party Through the Decades
📅 Saturday, June 13th
⏰ 6 PM – 10 PM
Put on your favorite decade’s best and join Leadership Charlotte Class of 2026 for a night of fun! Flash sale tickets are $75!

🐾 Adoption Event & Donation Drive at Studio Seven
📅 Saturday, June 20th
⏰ 9 AM – 11 AM
📍 2509 Rio De Janeiro, Punta Gorda, FL
Come meet adoptable pups, support our mission, and enjoy $50 off adoption fees!

🌸 Saturday on the Lawn
📅 Saturday, June 27th
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 3519 Drance St, Port Charlotte
Shop local vendors, enjoy food and drinks, meet adoptable pets, and take advantage of $25 adoption specials for eligible medium and large breed adult dogs and adult cats.

🎆Patriotic Paws and Pastries
📅 Saturday, July 4th
⏰ 9 AM – 11 AM
📍 Steph’s Bakery, 121 E Marion Ave #111, Punta Gorda, FL
We’ll be bringing adoptable dogs and helping Steph’s Bakery unveil a special surprise! Adopters at the event receive $50 waived from their adoption fee.

🌈 Paws in Paradise
📅 Saturday, July 11th
⏰7:00 PM - 8 PM
📍 Pet Haven, 27200 Jones Loop Rd, Punta Gorda, FL
Join us in honoring the beloved pets we’ve lost with a memory walk, memorial photo wall, memory stone painting, name reading ceremony, blessing, and sunset candle and bubble send-off.

Every event helps us create more second chances for the animals who need us most. We hope to see you soon!

☀️ Tongue's Out Thursday Feature: Arlo!👅This week's feature is a pup who simply cannot seem to keep his tongue IN his mo...
06/11/2026

☀️ Tongue's Out Thursday Feature: Arlo!👅

This week's feature is a pup who simply cannot seem to keep his tongue IN his mouth... and honestly, we wouldn't have it any other way!

Arlo is a two year old, 74 pound bundle of goofy energy who has spent much of his life growing up here at AWL (as you can see, his puppy pictures are included). He's been with us on and off since May 2024, and we'd love nothing more than to finally see him find the forever family he's been waiting for.

Part adventure buddy, part cuddle champion, Arlo is always ready for whatever the day brings. Walks? Absolutely. Car rides? Even better if they end with a pup cup. Chasing lizards? One of his favorite hobbies. Water? Arlo is usually the first one in and the last one out!

He's smart, food motivated, house trained, crate trained, and eager to please. Arlo thrives on routine and would love an active family that can keep both his brain and body busy. When the day's adventures are over, he's happiest curled up next to his favorite humans, convinced he's actually a lap dog.

Because of his size and goofy enthusiasm, Arlo would do best with older children who can keep up with his energy. If you're looking for a loyal best friend with a heart of gold, a permanent smile, and one of the longest tongues in Charlotte County, Arlo is your guy!

Come meet Arlo at Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County and help us make sure his next chapter is his forever one🩵

We want to give a huge shoutout to these sweet kiddos, Harper, Brodie, and Kasen !They arrived with a wagon full of dona...
06/10/2026

We want to give a huge shoutout to these sweet kiddos, Harper, Brodie, and Kasen !

They arrived with a wagon full of donations, including towels, kibble, and detergent, all items our shelter animals need every single day. These gifts help us provide comfort, cleanliness, and care to the pets who are waiting for their forever homes.

To these thoughtful young animal lovers: thank you. Your generosity, compassion, and big hearts made a real difference. Every towel helps keep a pet cozy, every scoop of kibble fills a hungry tummy, and every bottle of detergent helps us keep our shelter clean and safe.

Your impact is felt far beyond this one visit, and it truly meant the world to us.

From all of us, and from the many wagging tails and grateful purrs, thank you for caring.

06/10/2026

🌟 Pet of the Week: Cheeks 🌟

Some cats get one turn as Pet of the Week, Cheeks is somehow here for a second.

At just four years old, Cheeks has already mastered the art of making every day better. Friendly, laid-back, outgoing, and powered almost entirely by treats and affection, he is the kind of cat who can turn a bad day around with one cuddle and the rumble of his legendary purr.

Seriously, this guy might be the loudest purr machine in the adoption center.

Cheeks loves people, loves attention, and loves being involved in whatever you're doing. Whether he's curled up in your lap or reminding you that snack time is very important, life is simply better with Cheeks in it.

Around here, we like to say, "Everything is coming up Cheeks." We just need the rest of the world to catch on.

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3519 Drance Street
Port Charlotte, FL
33980

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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+19416256720

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