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Sussex (Cherry) is a 6 months-1 year old male. Sussex is a super friendly, people-loving pup with energy to spare and a tail that never stops wagging. He's even been to some puppy obedience classes, so he knows a few things… although, full disclosure, he sometimes pretends he didn’t hear you when he's really in the mood to play. (Hey, he's still a puppy—cut him some slack!) Sussex would do best in a home with older kids who can match his bouncy, exuberant play style. He loves playing with other dogs too, especially ones his size or bigger who can keep up with him.
Sarasota (Oreo) is a 3-5-year-old male. Sarasota (Oreo) is a sweet, mellow guy who loves being near his people. He gets along with other cats but would also be happy as your one and only. He does need special food to stay healthy, but he's easygoing and worth it. Sarasota (Oreo) would love a calm, quiet home where he can relax and be your best friend.
Moo is a 3-5-year-old female. Moo is a chunky tuxedo girl with a big personality to match. She tolerates other cats as long as they respect her space, but honestly, she wouldn’t mind being the only queen of the castle. Moo absolutely loves her people, lounging by the window, and—of course—snacks!
Maize is a 1-3-year-old male. Maize is a bit of a slow burn—think mystery man vibes. He doesn’t hand out kisses to just anyone, but once you click, he's yours. Maize has been chillin’ with the small dog crew at the shelter and doing great. He likes good vibes, gentle people, and taking his time to warm up.
Louie and Lucie are 8-11 years young male and female. Louie and Lucie have been together their whole lives—best friends, partners in crime, and napping buddies. They are a pair of small senior pups looking for a quiet, cozy home where they can spend their golden years side by side. They are friendly little souls who love gentle company and a soft spot to curl up. They have done the busy, noisy world already, and now we just dream of a calm place where they can stick to our routines and be loved. Louice and Louie are a bonded pair and must go home together.
Dominoes is a 1-3-year-old female. Dominoes spent this last part of her life journey being the best mama to her adorable puppies, but now it’s finally her turn to find a forever home. She is a super sweet girl with a heart full of love and cuddles just waiting to be shared. Dominoes is polite, gentle, and always ready to snuggle. She is friendly with everyone she meets and would love nothing more than to curl up in bed beside you at the end of the day.
Decha is a 1–3-year-old male. Life has tossed him some curveballs, so he's still figuring out this whole “people” thing. Decha is not the type to make the first move, but we promise he's all heart and zero drama. If you’ve got patience and a cozy spot, he'd love to take his time learning how good a forever home can be.
Crumble is a 1–3-year-old female. Crumble is a sweet and sassy gal with just the right amount of tortitude to keep life interesting. She loves attention—on her terms, of course—and she's not afraid to let you know when she's had enough. She'll happily curl up beside you for snuggles, but she also enjoys her independence and a good sunbeam nap. If you're looking for a confident, classy cat with personality for days, she's your girl.
Sussex (Cherry) is a 6 months-1 year old male. Sussex is a super friendly, people-loving pup with energy to spare and a tail that never stops wagging. He's even been to some puppy obedience classes, so he knows a few things… although, full disclosure, he sometimes pretends he didn’t hear you when he's really in the mood to play. (Hey, he's still a puppy—cut him some slack!) Sussex would do best in a home with older kids who can match his bouncy, exuberant play style. He loves playing with other dogs too, especially ones his size or bigger who can keep up with him.
Sarasota (Oreo) is a 3-5-year-old male. Sarasota (Oreo) is a sweet, mellow guy who loves being near his people. He gets along with other cats but would also be happy as your one and only. He does need special food to stay healthy, but he's easygoing and worth it. Sarasota (Oreo) would love a calm, quiet home where he can relax and be your best friend.
Moo is a 3-5-year-old female. Moo is a chunky tuxedo girl with a big personality to match. She tolerates other cats as long as they respect her space, but honestly, she wouldn’t mind being the only queen of the castle. Moo absolutely loves her people, lounging by the window, and—of course—snacks!
Maize is a 1-3-year-old male. Maize is a bit of a slow burn—think mystery man vibes. He doesn’t hand out kisses to just anyone, but once you click, he's yours. Maize has been chillin’ with the small dog crew at the shelter and doing great. He likes good vibes, gentle people, and taking his time to warm up.
Louie and Lucie are 8-11 years young male and female. Louie and Lucie have been together their whole lives—best friends, partners in crime, and napping buddies. They are a pair of small senior pups looking for a quiet, cozy home where they can spend their golden years side by side. They are friendly little souls who love gentle company and a soft spot to curl up. They have done the busy, noisy world already, and now we just dream of a calm place where they can stick to our routines and be loved. Louice and Louie are a bonded pair and must go home together.
Dominoes is a 1-3-year-old female. Dominoes spent this last part of her life journey being the best mama to her adorable puppies, but now it’s finally her turn to find a forever home. She is a super sweet girl with a heart full of love and cuddles just waiting to be shared. Dominoes is polite, gentle, and always ready to snuggle. She is friendly with everyone she meets and would love nothing more than to curl up in bed beside you at the end of the day.
Decha is a 1–3-year-old male. Life has tossed him some curveballs, so he's still figuring out this whole “people” thing. Decha is not the type to make the first move, but we promise he's all heart and zero drama. If you’ve got patience and a cozy spot, he'd love to take his time learning how good a forever home can be.
Crumble is a 1–3-year-old female. Crumble is a sweet and sassy gal with just the right amount of tortitude to keep life interesting. She loves attention—on her terms, of course—and she's not afraid to let you know when she's had enough. She'll happily curl up beside you for snuggles, but she also enjoys her independence and a good sunbeam nap. If you're looking for a confident, classy cat with personality for days, she's your girl.
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Get your bids ready -- an annual online auction benefiting the local animal shelter is set to go live.
The Cape Coral Animal Shelter's fourth annual Virtual Auction kicks off starting Aug. 18 at 8 a.m., where tons of items will be up for grabs, all going to support the shelter's efforts.
"This online auction is CCAS's biggest fundraiser of the year and a lifeline for our daily operations," said CCAS Executive Director Liz McCauley. "With rising costs of medical care for over one hundred animals in our care--and a growing number of surrenders and abandonments--every dollar raised directly sustains our ability to rescue, heal, and re-home animals in need."
From handcrafted artwork and pampering spa days to a Taylor Swift-themed Airbnb in Nashville, airline tickets, and luxury getaways at Margaritaville and The Westin Cape Coral, this auction is packed with unforgettable experiences and one-of-a-kind treasures. Thanks to the generosity of local businesses and supporters, organizers said this year's auction lineup is better than ever.
"This year's auction features our most exciting lineup yet--unique experiences, one-of-a-kind treasures, beautiful art, gift cards, and items you won't find anywhere else," McCauley said. "Every winning bid not only gets you something special, but also directly helps animals in need."
The auction wraps up at 4 p.m. on Aug. 22. Organizers say whether you're in your pajamas at home or on the go, you can join the action from anywhere and help make a difference in the lives of hundreds of homeless pets. Last year, the auction raised $46,000 for the shelter.
"With even more incredible auction items this year and overwhelming community support, we're aiming to surpass last year's mark," McCauley said. "Because CCAS receives no government funding, every dollar is critical--not only to sustain our lifesaving work, but also to fuel our upcoming expansion, making this fundraiser more vital than ever."
Ground was broken in February for the shelters 19,000-square-foot expansion, which will be located right next door to its current location at 325 S.W. 2nd Ave.
The expanded shelter will significantly increase capacity, allowing CCAS to care for more abandoned and unwanted animals and find them loving homes. Along with the larger shelter, the existing building will be revamped into a more extensive, low-cost community veterinary clinic, enhancing services with additional exam rooms, surgical suites, and recovery areas to serve residents in need of affordable pet care.
"Our expansion is moving forward with incredible momentum, and we couldn't be more excited," McCauley said. "The additional space is desperately needed to care for more animals, provide better medical facilities, and meet the growing demand in our community. We're on track for completion in fall of 2026, and every step brings us closer to saving more lives."
CCAS has performed thousands of spay/neuter operations in its facility, many being free of charge thanks to grant funding. They also assist Lee County Domestic Animal Services, as well as other rescues across Florida, in taking in dogs and cats.
Since opening its doors in March 2020, Cape Coral Animal Shelter has helped more than 5,500 animals find loving homes and serves over 7,000 clients annually through its affordable veterinary clinic.
"We operate at full capacity every single day," McCauley said. "We take in animals with serious medical issues, senior pets, and heartworm-positive dogs--cases that require intensive care and support. This auction is a fun and powerful way the community can be part of our mission."
McCauley said this year's auction is powered by the generosity of local businesses, artisans, and animal-loving individuals who give from the heart. Items up for auction come from local business such as Zak's Jewelry, The Westin, Margaritaville, Wicked Dolphin Distillery, and Pure Florida. There are tons of gift cards from restaurants throughout the area and many items for pet lovers.
"The support from our community means everything -- it fuels our mission, strengthens our community, and changes countless animal lives," she said.