Sophie's Mission
Sophie's Circle is dedicated to making the world a better place for animals and the humans that love them.
Pet Food Pantry
Sophie's Circle Pet Food Pantry Locations - Locations throughout Volusia County.
View Adoptable Dogs
Visit our "Available for Adoption" page to see dogs who are currently looking for their forever homes!
Happy Tails
Check out some of our dogs and cats who found their forever homes. Please send us your pictures too!
Our Mission
Sophie's Circle is dedicated to making the world a better place for animals and the humans that love them.
Donations
Sophie's Circle is a registered nonprofit 501(c)(3) Dog Rescue Organization that also operates the only pet food bank pantry in Volusia County, Florida.
Food Pantry
As Volusia County's only pet food pantry, we are dedicated to providing pet food to financially-challenged families, in an ongoing effort to keep pets in their homes where they belong, along with educating the public on the importance of spay and neuter.
Dog Rescue
Working out of Volusia County to help rescue, foster, and adopt out Huskies and other breeds in need. We have successfully rescued and adopted out hundreds dogs over the last several years.
Our Story
Sophie's Circle Pet Food Pantry and Dog Rescue
As Volusia County's only pet food pantry, we are dedicated to providing pet food to financially-challenged families, in an ongoing effort to keep pets in their homes where they belong, along with educating the public on the importance of spay and neuter.
My name is Kathy Blackman and I am the Founder and President of Sophie's Circle. One husky (Sophie photographed right) changed my life and that is why I started Sophie's Circle. Many dogs have since been rescued in her honor. Read her story below.
Learn MoreWhat People are Saying
Testimonials
Max (formerly known as Zeak) was rescued by Jen from a shelter in Orlando. I'm pretty sure Max would not have made it out of there without Sophie's Circle. A black pitbull with one blind eye is not the "cute" family pet everyone is looking for...but, the volunteers at Sophie's Circle have a knack for finding and saving the sweet souls that deserve a second chance.
This group is amazing! I’m blessed to work with Jen at her paying job and I watch her work tirelessly as her phone never stops. These women stop at nothing to save as many as they possibly can and provide the best vet care for each one they take responsibility for. It is truely amazing to witness and be a small part of. Love them!!!
Love this rescue! Between myself, my mom and my best friend; we have rescued 3 dogs from Sophies (Balto the husky, Baylee the pekingese and Shelby the shih tzu and they are absolutely wonderful!! Baylee and Balto are the best of friends. Thank you for allowing us to rescue such wonderful fur babies!
5 Surprising Places you can Take Your Dog
Meeting friends for lunch or running errands does not have to mean leaving your dog at home. That's right! Your dog can say goodbye to hot parked cars or lengthy stays in the dog crate. Check out these five surprising dog-friendly places that welcome you to bring your pooch with you when you come.
5 Ways you can make your Dog feel Comfortable and Safe
Adopting a dog is such an exciting time for the whole family! You are not only bringing home a pet, but a best friend who will wag his tail when you come home, listen to all your stories about the day's events, and miss you when you leave. If this is your first dog or if it has been a while since you last adopted a dog, this checklist will help you ensure he feels safe and comfortable in his new home.
Stylish Fun Headlined at a Fundraising Luncheon Benefitting Sophie's Circle Rescues
What does trendy couture have to do with a pet rescue mission? Last Saturday, many with a love for dogs and a passion for fashion attended a luncheon at the Spruce Creek Country Club in Port Orange, Florida. Sophie's Circle founder, Kathy Blackman, and a team of hard-working volunteers brought the needs of this wonderful mission to the public as models dressed in stylish designer clothing from Canal Street Chic walked the floor. Read more about this heart-warming fundraising event for a great cause on PortOrangeObserver.com.
5 Benefits of Adopting An Older Dog
Senior dogs have a lot of love to give, and you may be surprised and these other great benefits they can offer as well. Read on to learn why adopting a senior dog might be the best choice for you and your family. Just don't say we didn't warn you when you end up wanting to adopt more than one!