After several years of rebuilding, Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando will officially open its new Orlando shelter to the public on March 28 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. This will mark the organization’s return to a permanent, full-service facility following the loss of its previous location in a 2021 fire.
Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando was formed through the merger of the Orlando Humane Society and the SPCA of Central Florida serving Orange, Seminole, and surrounding counties. The nonprofit cares for thousands of animals through adoptions, veterinary services, and community programs such as low-cost clinics and pet support resources intended to help families keep their animals at home.
The new shelter, located on South John Young Parkway, replaces the organization’s former Orlando campus and expanded its ability to care for animals. Spanning nearly 25,000 square feet, the facility is designed to improve both the quality and efficiency of care.
Expanded medical areas including surgical suites, a dental station and digital X-ray equipment will allow staff to diagnose and treat more animals on-site, reducing the need for outside referrals. Dedicated intake and quarantine spaces are built to limit the spread of illness, while upgraded kennels, improved ventilation, and more thoughtfully designed housing areas aim to reduce stress and improve overall animal well-being.
The new building also increases the organization’s ability to take in and adopt out animals. With more space and updated resources, Pet Alliance expects to move closer to its pre-fire adoption numbers and potentially exceed them, helping more pets find permanent homes each year.
The grand opening event on March 28 will offer the community an opportunity to tour the facility, meet adoptable animals, and learn more about the organization’s expanded services. For Pet Alliance, the new shelter is not just a replacement for what was lost; it is an investment in the future of animal welfare in Central Florida.