Fur and Tails Animal Rescue

09/18/2026

Our Fur & Tails family needs your help. ❤️🐾

For years, our president, Carri, has poured her heart into caring for animals who had nowhere else to go. She has opened her home, given countless hours, lost sleep, driven endless miles, and dedicated so much of her life to making sure the animals in our care are safe and loved.

Right now, she is being called to care for someone else she loves deeply: her mother, Phyllis—lovingly known to everyone as Nana. Nana has been diagnosed with MDS, a blood and bone marrow cancer, and our family has been told that the time we have left with her may be very limited. She is currently in and out of the hospital receiving blood and platelet transfusions, and every day we have with her is an incredible gift.

As Nana’s needs have increased, Carri has had to step back from many of her usual responsibilities at the rescue to become her full-time caretaker—all while continuing to care for the animals who depend on us every single day. Unfortunately, rescue doesn’t stop when life gets hard. Our animals still need food. They still need medications, veterinary care and supplies. The bills still come, even when the people who have always found a way to make it work are stretched beyond their limits.

We are raising funds to help Fur & Tails continue operating during this incredibly difficult chapter. If Fur & Tails has ever helped an animal you loved, if you’ve followed one of our rescue stories, fostered, adopted, donated, shared a post, or simply believed in what we do—we are asking you to stand beside us now.

Every donation helps us keep our doors open and our animals cared for while our family navigates the unimaginable, and if you aren’t able to donate, sharing this post is an enormous gift.

From our entire Fur & Tails family: thank you for helping us continue the work Carri has spent so many years building, and for giving her the grace and space to simply be a daughter when her mom needs her most. ❤️

For Nana. For Carri. For the animals. And for all the lives still waiting for us to save them. 🐾

Donate on our Facebook fundraiser or donate here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/212916379414157

09/05/2026

Please honor our angel volunteer Cheryl’s Birthday by donating to the fundraiser given by Bar 17 and Feast or Famine! We appreciate both of them! We miss Cheryl very much.

09/02/2026

https://www.petfinder.com/cat/gypsy-2e77ff3a-d992-48b9-95b8-00ae64b4c760/fl/fort-myers/fur-and-tails-animal-rescue-fl1501/details/

Bring Gypsy home! Gypsy is a kitten small female Tabby in Fort Myers, FL waiting for adoption.

08/18/2026

Watch those paws!

Hottest time of the year right now. Look how hot pavement can get, protect those paws! 🐶🌡️

08/15/2026

Pixie
Female
Mini poodle mix
8 months old old
20 lbs
Adoption Fee $350

Meet Pixie, a delightful young lady with a heart as big as her curiosity. With a brave spirit and a playful attitude, she approaches life with an open heart, ready to explore and embrace new adventures. Pixie is an affectionate soul who forms strong bonds, always eager to shower her loved ones with warmth and joy. Her friendly nature shines through, making her a true companion and a loyal friend to those she holds dear. With a keen mind, Pixie is always up for a challenge and loves to learn new tricks. She embraces each day with enthusiasm, ready to take on the world and discover all that life has to offer. Pixie's unwavering courage and sense of wonder make her a constant source of inspiration, reminding us all to embrace life's wonders and cherish every moment. Get ready for a lifetime of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories with this extraordinary girl. She is destined to leave paw prints on your heart and bring a little magic into your world. Could you be the one?
Please complete an adoption application at. https://form.jotform.com/202126352339045 Adoption Application
Applications are evaluated in the order received.
Adoption fees help fund the ever increasing veterinary and daily care of our other animals in need. *IF adoption fee includes spay and neuter- cryptorchid surgery is not included

08/11/2026

Meet Winnie — A Little Girl With a BIG Heart!

Sweet Winnie is an adorable 8-9 month-old little girl who is looking for her forever home! She is full of energy, playful, curious, and always ready for some fun. But once playtime is over, Winnie is more than happy to show you her loving side and soak up all the pets and affection you can give her.

Winnie does well with cats and dogs and is currently in a foster home with both. Like any new kitty, she may need a little time and patience to become comfortable with her new furry friends, but she has shown that she can happily coexist with other animals.

And if youre looking for a bedtime snuggle buddy, Winnie may be your girl! She loves curling up right next to your pillow, purring away as she settles in for the night. Theres something pretty special about waking up beside a happy, purring kitty!

Winnie is also good with adults and children, making her a wonderful addition to a loving family.

Winnie is:
Adoption fee $600.
8-months old
Playful & loving
Good with cats & dogs
Good with children
Good with adults
Spayed & current on vaccinations
Loves sleeping beside your pillow & purrs

Please complete an adoption application at. https://form.jotform.com/202126352339045 Adoption Application
Applications are evaluated in the order received.
Adoption fees help fund the ever increasing veterinary and daily care of our other animals in need. *IF adoption fee includes spay and neuter- cryptorchid surgery is not included
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All Winnie needs now is someone to give her the forever home she deserves. Could you be her person?

Please share Winnie's and help her find her forever family!

07/30/2026

Congratulations to Milo and his new family, Nancy and Larry!

07/27/2026

Last month, our small, volunteer-run rescue welcomed 14 Maltese dogs surrendered from a breeding situation. They range in age from young adults to seniors, and while they are finally safe, they urgently needed medical care, grooming, and lots of patience as they begin a new chapter.

Many of these sweet dogs had never received the routine care every dog deserves. They needed comprehensive veterinary exams, vaccinations, dental cleanings, treatment for neglected teeth and other medical conditions, and professional grooming to remove matted coats and help them feel comfortable again. Some also required ongoing medical care before they were healthy enough to find loving forever homes.

As a small nonprofit rescue with no paid employees, every dollar we receive goes directly toward the animals in our care. Our volunteers donate their time, but we depend entirely on the generosity of compassionate supporters to cover veterinary bills, medications, food, grooming, supplies, and everyday care.

Taking in 14 dogs at once was one of the largest commitments we’ve ever made, but we couldn’t turn them away when they needed help.

Here’s how you can make a difference:

• $25 helps provide food and daily care.
• $50 helps cover grooming supplies and basic medical needs.
• $100 helps offset the cost of a veterinary exam and vaccinations.
• $250 or more helps fund a much-needed dental cleaning or other essential treatment.

Every gift—no matter the amount—brings these little dogs like these and others one step closer to healthy, happy lives in loving homes.

If you’re unable to donate, you can still help by sharing this fundraiser with your family, friends, and community. Every share increases the chances that someone will see these dogs’ story and decide to help.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing that every dog deserves kindness, comfort, and a second chance. Together, we can transform the lives of these 14 Maltese and other pets to give them the future they have always deserved.

07/12/2026

Congratulations to Jaqueline and Marlo, Our sweet girl! Adopted today! ❤️

07/11/2026

Congratulations to Tammy and our sweet Madison. !! Adopted💕