Open to the public 11am-5pm Daily
Give Them the Forever Home They Deserve
Meet your new best friend today

—cats and dogs ready for adoption.
Give Them the Forever Home They Deserve
Meet your new best friend today

—cats and dogs ready for adoption.
Our Story
Since 2012, Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue has been saving lives and changing futures. As a non-profit rescue based in Palm Beach County, Florida, we’ve helped over 15,000 animals—giving cats and dogs the second chance they deserve through compassionate rescue, loving foster care, and responsible adoptions.
Our mission is to reduce the number of homeless dogs and cats who fall victim to shelter euthanasia by promoting adoption, spay/neuter, and the humane treatment of animals.
We work tirelessly to save pregnant and nursing animals, orphaned puppies and kittens, and any unwanted animal—whether sick or healthy. If there is an available foster home and sufficient funds, we ensure every rescued animal has the chance at a forever home.
Each animal in our care is placed in either a loving foster home or our rescue, spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, tested, and given any necessary medical treatment.
Through our nonprofit veterinary hospital, we also provide affordable care to animals in our community, helping pet owners keep their companions healthy and loved.
Whether you’re looking to adopt, foster, volunteer, or donate, you’re in the right place. Our mission is rooted in the belief that every animal deserves a safe, loving home—and every person deserves the joy of a loyal companion.
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How You Can Help
Adopt
Give a forever home to one of our adorable pets. Browse our website to meet the animals still waiting for you.
Foster
Provide a safe and loving temporary home for a pet in need. We’ll support you every step of the way.
Volunteer
Lend your time and skills to help us with daily operations, events, and animal care.
Dog Date Day
Take a pup out for a fun day! Give them a break from the shelter and enjoy the unconditional love they give back.
Amazon Wish List
We can’t do this without you! New or used items are welcome—clean out your house, check with friends and family, or organize a supply drive.
Help Us Save More Lives
Program Overview
Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue is committed to engaging students in meaningful community service while supporting our mission to save homeless pets. Through our At-Home Service Program, students complete approved volunteer/community service activities from home and earn verified community service hours.
Shelter Stars Society Membership Requirement
To participate, students must be active members of the Shelter Stars Society, our official student membership program.
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Annual Membership Fee: $250
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Open Enrollment Period: October 1, 2025 – November 30, 2025
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Membership ensures all participants are officially part of the rescue community.
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Membership contributions help cover program administration, verification of hours, supplies, and animal care.
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Hours are awarded only for completed activities, not for the membership fee itself.
How the Program Works
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Register & Membership
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Students (or their sponsors/guardians) enroll in the Shelter Stars Society during the open enrollment period by purchasing the $250 membership.
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Membership is valid for one year.
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Receive Activity Packet
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Members are provided with a list of approved at-home volunteer projects and their corresponding time values.
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Examples include:
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Make 5 no-sew dog toys (5 hours)
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Make 5 no sew fleece blankets ( 8 hours)
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Make 2 para cord King Cobra Leashes (10 hours)
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Design and distribute 10 adoption flyers on social media  (8 hours)
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Collect 10 blankets or towels for donation (3 hour)
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Collect 30 newspapers (5 hours)
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Take a dog for 1 Doggy-Day-Date (15 hrs)
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Complete Activities
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Students perform projects at home and deliver to rescue if required
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Students have until the end of the current school year to complete all volunteer tasks. Students can complete multiple tasks to earn more hours.
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Submit & Verification
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Students submit proof of completion by delivering items to the rescue or proof of social media posts
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Once verified, Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue signs off on school or organizational service-hour forms.
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Guidelines
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Membership fee of $250 per year is required for enrollment in the Shelter Stars Society.
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Hours are earned only through completed, documented volunteer work.
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All activities must follow instructions provided by the Rescue.
Benefits of Shelter Stars Society Membership
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Verified community service opportunities from home.
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Direct contribution to saving and caring for homeless animals.
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Invitations to Rescue events and special volunteer opportunities.
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Recognition as part of the Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue community.
Affordable Veterinary Care
Our public vet clinic offers quality care at low cost, helping families keep their pets healthy and happy.
Over 15,000 Lives Saved—and Counting
Every life matters. We’ve been the bridge between despair and hope for thousands of animals. But we can’t do it without your support.
Vixen
Female, 1 year 9 months
Terrier/Mix
Size: Medium (25-59)
Weight: 58 lbs
Pancake
Male, 8 months
Terrier, Jack Russell/Mix
Size: Medium (25-59)
Weight: 30 lbs
Monroe – Mom
Female, 3 years 4 months
Terrier/Mix
Size: Medium (25-59)
Weight: 46 lbs
Turtle
Female, 7 months
American Shorthair
Size:
Weight: 4.3 lbs
Colton
Male, 3 years 2 months
Coonhound/Mix
Size: Medium (25-59)
Weight: 59 lbs
Drake
Male, 3 years 2 months
Hound/Mix
Size: Medium (25-59)
Weight: 46 lbs
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How you can help
Want to help but not sure what to give? Our Amazon Wish List makes it easy to donate exactly what our animals need. With just a few clicks, your gift will be delivered directly to our rescue.
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Who Can Help Me Arrange for Leaving a Gift?
If you have a professional advisor like a financial planner, a lawyer, accountant or insurance agent, please talk with them about leaving a gift.
How Can I Leave a Gift for a Specific Purpose or Field of Interest?
Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue has several restricted funds for special programs, including; Heartworm Positive Program, Volunteer Training Fund, Feral Cat Spay/Neuter Program, as well as the General Spay and Neuter Program. Call (561) 795-9999 for more details.
Can I Leave a Gift in Memory of a Loved One?
Yes, a gift in memory is a wonderful way to recognize someone who has made a difference in your life. Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue encourages memorial gifts. This kind of a gift can also be arranged for in your will. You just need to make it clear that the gift is given in memory of a particular person or for a specific use.
Do I Have to State My Wish to Leave a Gift to Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue?
Yes, you do. A charitable bequest will not take effect unless you state your intention in your will or living trust. Without a will you have no influence over your belongings after your death.
Must I Have a Sizable Estate in Order to Leave a Gift?
Anyone can leave a gift. “Estate” is simply a word used to describe any money, property or personal belongings that you own at the time of your death. Most people leave an estate when they die, even though they may not have had a great deal of wealth.
How Do I Leave a Gift to Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue?
It’s easy. The most common way to leave a gift is through a charitable gift in a will or a living trust. Many people set aside a certain dollar amount. Others leave a percentage of their estate or any assets left over after their family has been provided for. Some people choose to donate cash, securities, real or personal property. Others leave life insurance policies, or funds from a retirement account or other financial asset.
I want to talk about an animal I’m interested in. Can someone just call me?
Email is the best way to get more information. Please email adoptions@justinbartlett.org. Please remember we include all information we have on the animal on their profile.
I am interested in an animal I saw on a third party rescue website or Facebook, what do I do next?
Please visit our website for complete information and next steps. If the animal is on our website it is still available.
I want to help save lives. How can I donate funds?
We offer many easy ways to donate extremely needed funds. Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, our website or check by mail.