Pet Shelters
St. Johns County has two (2) Pet Friendly Shelters to meet the needs of our pet owners during an evacuation situation. The following two schools are designated as Pet Friendly Shelters:
- South Woods Elementary School
4750 SR-206 West - Timberlin Creek Elementary School
555 Pine Tree Lane
Pre-registration is not required to go to a Public Pet Friendly Shelter. You only need to register if you need transportation assistance during an evacuation.
Pet owners are required to shelter with their pets and care for them. You may not drop off your pets and leave.
Farm animals and exotics (primates, snakes, spiders, insects, etc.) are not permitted at Pet Friendly Shelters.
Pet Requirements
- Airline Approved Pet Carriers
- Cage Liners
- Proper ID Collar and Rabies Tag
- Leash
- Food Supplies - At least three days
- Water and Food Bowls
- Pet Medications - If necessary
- Disposable litter trays (aluminum pans work well)
- Litter or paper towels
- Disposable garbage bags for clean-up
- Comfort items for your pet (such as blankets and toys)
