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Donte's Den

Dog rescue in Myakka City, FL

We are a no kill shelter and much more!

OUR STORY

A loving haven for our furry friends.

Donte's Den is the realization of a long-time dream of Founder Marsha Panuce and her late husband Don. Named for the couple's beloved standard Schnauzer, Donte, Donte's Den has been thoughtfully designed to be a continuation of home for canines who need it.

HOW WE CARE

At Donte's Den, all dogs are top dogs. Our programs cover a wide range of services for dogs who, for one reason or another, can no longer live at home.

Adoption
Finding homes for dogs who no longer have anyone to care for them.

Boarding
A home away from home for your dog or cat while you're away!

Pet Trust
Caring for dogs whose owners are no longer with them.

Military Boarding
A loving home until their owners return from deployment.

Extended Care
Caring for dogs whose owners are sick or injured.

We have a full state of the art hospital on site to meet all of our dogs medical needs. All of our dogs are kept in large dens with no bars. Also on site the dogs have an in ground pool. All our volunteers enjoy walking our dogs down our half mile pine forest trail.

Contact
Address
6801 - 283rd Street East
Myakka City, FL 34251
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6801 - 283rd Street East

Myakka City, FL 34251

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Adoptable pets at Donte's Den

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We'll also keep you updated on Reba's adoption status with email updates.
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Reba

Black and Tan Coonhound

Female, Adult
Myakka City, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Dobie's adoption status with email updates.
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Dobie

Shiba Inu/Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Myakka City, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Annabelle's adoption status with email updates.
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Annabelle

English Bulldog/Beagle

Female, Adult
Myakka City, FL

Rescue FAQs

We are located in Myakka city, Florida which is located east of Bradenton on a beautiful county style 50 acres and serve Sarasota, Bradenton and Arcadia.

  • 1. Meet the Pet
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Our adoption fee is $400 for all dogs which includes up-to-date vaccinations and a microchip. Spay/Neuter can be included at an additional cost. We do have an adoption application. Applicants must own a home or be able to have a dog per the landlord. Some dogs will be required to have a fenced in yard. Home checks are required here at Donte's Den. Please visit www.dontesden.org for our full list of adoptable dogs!

Adoption application

https://www.dontesden.org/how-we-care/adoptable-dogs/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Donte's Den

Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County

3519 Drance St.,
Port Charlotte, FL 33980

VOCAL - Voice Of Compassion for Animal Life

P.O. Box 15532,
Tampa, FL 33614

Whisker Haven Inc

Port Charlotte, FL 33953

We'll also keep you updated on Sasha's adoption status with email updates.
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Sasha

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 mos
Sarasota, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Peanut and Diddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Peanut and Diddy

Chihuahua

Male, Senior
Plant City, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Tess's adoption status with email updates.
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Tess

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Riverview, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Pluto's adoption status with email updates.
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Pluto

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Young
Tampa, FL
We'll also keep you updated on KENZIE's adoption status with email updates.
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KENZIE

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs
Palmetto, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Oliver's adoption status with email updates.
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Oliver

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Sarasota, FL

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