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During Florida’s hurricane season, which typically lasts June-November each year, residents must be prepared to protect and care for themselves and their families, including pets. Storm severity varies throughout the season, sometimes causing power outages or even necessitating evacuation, so the best thing you can do for yourself and your pets is to be prepared. […]

Jacksonville has long been recognized as a national leader in animal welfare programs and policies. The collaborative efforts of First Coast No More Homeless Pets, The Jacksonville Humane Society and Animal Care & Protective Services have provided leadership and support to dedicated community members who volunteer their time, talent and passion to provide care and […]

The Board of Directors of First Coast No More Homeless Pets has unanimously elected Jennifer Barker as chief executive officer, effective July 1, 2021. Barker succeeds Rob Levine, who announced his intention to retire earlier this year. Levine will continue to support Barker and the Board as a senior adviser through the end of the year. “Rob […]

While Memorial Day in May and Independence Day in July might mean backyard barbecues and fireworks for us, those celebrations can bring extreme anxiety or illness for our pets. Many pets become frightened by the sound of fireworks or loud music — and if they’re frightened enough, they might even run away. According to the […]

First Coast No More Homeless Pets is committed to delivering the very best care to our clients, and that commitment extends far beyond our hospital walls and includes important professional development opportunities for clinic staff. We are proud to announce that four FCNMHP veterinary technicians have been selected for the inaugural Penn Foster Veterinary Technician […]

Celebrating twenty years of service to the Northeast Florida community, First  Coast No More Homeless Pets (FCNMHP), the region’s leader in affordable and accessible veterinary care, has announced the launch of a refreshed logo and brand identity. Over the years, FCNMHP’s mission of keeping pets in homes and out of shelters has never wavered even […]

First Coast No More Homeless Pets (FCNMHP), the region’s non-profit leader in providing affordable and accessible veterinary care, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Arias as Chief Development Officer. As a key member of the FCNMHP leadership team, Arias will support the organization’s mission to make veterinary care affordable and accessible to all […]

Every Wednesday or Thursday finds Debra Shearer at First Coast No More Homeless Pets. That consistency and dedication is what makes Debra our most recent VyStar Volunteer of the Month. But, for Debra, it is all about her love for animals. “They can’t talk, they can’t tell you what their issues are,” she said. “First […]

Old dogs will get a new ‘leash’ on life at First Coast No More Homeless Pets thanks to The Grey Muzzle Organization. First Coast No More Homeless Pets (FCNMHP), the region’s non-profit leader in providing affordable and accessible veterinary care across northeast Florida, is one of 64 animal welfare groups chosen from 288 applicants to […]

First Coast No More Homeless Pets (FCNMHP), the region’s non-profit leader in providing affordable and accessible veterinary care across northeast Florida, has been awarded 1,834 doses of First Shieldâ„¢ flea prevention by the Banfield Foundation® to help support owned pets throughout our region. The donation is part of the Banfield Foundation’s new Flea/Tick Grant, created […]