Miami-Dade’s Animal Services and Public Library System launch 4th annual “Presents for Pets” holiday donation drive for shelter pets

The Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department, in partnership with the Miami-Dade Public Library System, announce the launch of the 4th annual “Presents for Pets” holiday donation drive. From November 22, 2024, through December 31, 2024, we invite the community to spread holiday cheer by picking up a gift for our cherished shelter pets during their holiday shopping.

As the festive season approaches, our shelter pets are eagerly awaiting the joy that comes with treats, toys, cozy blankets, and pet beds. Your generous donations will not only bring smiles to their furry faces but also significantly enhance their quality of life while they wait for their forever homes.

“As you embark on your holiday shopping this season, we encourage you to consider adding a small gift for a shelter pet to your list,” says Annette Jose, Director of Miami-Dade County Animal Services. “These thoughtful donations bring warmth, comfort, and a sense of hope to our shelter pets, reminding them that love is just around the corner.”

Join us in making this holiday season truly special for the animals in our care. Your contributions will help us create a more joyful environment for our shelter pets and show them that they are valued members of our community.

Together, let’s share the spirit of giving and ensure that every shelter pet feels the warmth of the holiday season!

Donation bins will be available at the Animal Services Pet Adoption and Protection Center at 3599 NW 79 Avenue, Doral, FL 33122 and at the Stephen P. Clark Government Center at 111 NW 1st Street Miami, FL 33128.

Donation bins will also be available at the following library locations:
·    CORAL REEF BRANCH ● 9211 CORAL REEF DR. ● 305-233-8324
·    COCONUT GROVE BRANCH ● 2875 MCFARLANE RD. ● 305-442-8695
·    DORAL BRANCH ● 8551 NW 53 ST. ● 305-716-9598
·    GOLDEN GLADES BRANCH ● 100 NE 166 ST. ● 305-787-1544
·    LITTLE RIVER BRANCH ● 160 NE 79 ST. ● 305-751-8689
·    MIAMI BEACH REGIONAL ● 227 22 ST. ● 305-535-4219
·    MIAMI LAKES BRANCH ● 6699 WINDMILL GATE RD. ● 305-822-6520
·    MIAMI SPRINGS BRANCH ● 401 WESTWARD DRIVE ● 305-805-3811
·    NARANJA BRANCH ● 14850 SW 280 ST ● 305-242-2290
·    NORTH DADE REGIONAL ● 2455 NW 183 ST. ● 305-625-6424
·    NORTHEAST DADE - AVENTURA BRANCH ● 2930 AVENTURA BLVD. ● 305-931-5512
·    SOUTH DADE REGIONAL ● 10750 SW 211 ST. ● 305-233-8140
·    WEST KENDALL REGIONAL ● 10201 HAMMOCKS BLVD. ● 305-385-7135
·    WESTCHESTER REGIONAL ● 9445 CORAL WAY ● 305-553-1134
To find a library location near you, visit the Miami-Dade Public Library System online at www.mdpls.org/branch-a-z.
 
About Miami-Dade County Animal Services  
Every year Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department (Animal Services) provides care and refuge 15,000 lost, abandoned, injured, ill, or abused dogs and cats and affords vaccination and sterilization services to almost 20,000 free-roaming community cats. Every lost and abandoned dogs and cats. Every day, Animal Services staff works diligently to find life-long homes for these abandoned animals by facilitating onsite adoptions, hosting offsite adoptions at events and locations throughout the community, and working collaboratively with rescue organizations, volunteers, and adoption partners. For more information visit www.miamidade.gov/animals 
and/or follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @adoptmiamipets.  

About the Miami-Dade Public Library System
The Miami-Dade Public Library System (Library) provides extraordinary services, spaces and experiences that promote literacy and learning, personal growth and limitless opportunities. The Library is recognized as an  Autism Friendly Partner by the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities. The Library was also named a finalist for the prestigious IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service in 2022 and 2023 and has been honored with several awards, including 102 National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Awards over the past seven years, Urban Libraries Council Innovation Awards in 2020 and 2024, and seven Florida Library Association (FLA) Awards for Excellence and Innovation from 2018 – 2024, including being named Library of the Year in 2024. Learn more at www.mdpls.org.