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.
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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 Ways to Celebrate Easter With Your Dog
This Easter, try these tips and fun ideas to celebrate with your furry best friend. Although there may be restrictions suggested for social functions like many of the Easter egg hunts with other humans this year, your dog is one friend who is always waiting with a wagging tail to share quality time with you over Easter and, for that matter, any day of the year! Make this joyful holiday one you will always want to remember by incorporating these ideas that add an element of surprise and entertainment to the day even when spending it at home.
What Kids Learn from Having a Dog
Although super adorable, playful, and cuddly, your adopted dog can be so much more than that for your family. This is especially true if you have children in your home. Adopt today and watch your loving canine help develop and expand these five learning skills in your kids.
Which Training Method is Right for Your Dog?
Are you looking for the best training methods for your adopted dog? There are so many choices it can be overwhelming to a new dog owner or the first time you have come across a specific behavior you would like to change. The good news is dogs are very smart and can often learn what you want them to do with some help from consistently applying training techniques like those listed below.
10 Loveable Reasons to Choose a Mixed Breed Dog
Mixed breed dogs found at shelters and foster homes are exploding in popularity. Why? Depending on your purpose for getting a dog, many people are finding more reasons to adopt an animal from the shelter than reasons to buy from a breeder. From saving a dog's life to finding a unique looking pet that holds a special place in your heart, we will explore 10 of the top reasons you will love adopting your mixed breed!