Monroe County Sheriff's Office Animal Farm

Monroe County Sheriff's Office Animal Farm Non-Profit animal sanctuary started in 1994. When they arrive here, they are home. It is free of charge and donations are appreciated.
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The Monroe County Sheriff's Office Animal Farm is home to approximately 150 animals. We provide a haven for animals which have been abandoned, abused, confiscated or donated. The farm is open the second and fourth Sundays each month from 1 - 3 pm, and is free of charge to the public. Bring the family and come visit the animals at the farm, including horses, Zebu, pigs, goats, sheep, bunnies, allig

ators, tropical birds, kinkajou, Lemurs, Kramer the Emu, Jack the ostrich, tortoises and turtles, snakes and many more. The farm is located just off of College Road, on Stock Island, at the Sheriff’s Office Headquarters complex. Community and school groups may schedule special tours at the farm by calling Farmer Jeanne Selander at 305-293-7300. (note: private tours for the general public are not available)

For our final post of Zookeeper Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating Farm Supervisor Jeanne! Over the last 20 years, Fa...
07/24/2025

For our final post of Zookeeper Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating Farm Supervisor Jeanne! Over the last 20 years, Farmer Jeanne has grown the farm from a small collection of domestic animals to over 120 diverse species, including exotics like our capybara and sloths! Through her outreach efforts, she’s shared the Farm with the entire Keys community! Here’s more about Farmer Jeanne:

What’s a day at the Farm look like for you?
"Every day is different! I could be giving a tour for a school group, traveling to an event away from the farm, doing paperwork, or working with the animals on the farm."

What’s your favorite animal at the Farm?
"I love them all, but my favorite is Tucker the kinkajou."

What do you like most about working on the Farm?
"I love looking forward to coming to work every day, knowing that I’ll be greeted by all of these precious little animal souls."

Thank you Farmer Jeanne for all of your hard work building the Farm to what it is today!

The Farm will be open this Sunday (7/27) from 1 to 3 PM. It’s FREE and donations are appreciated. If you would like to ...
07/24/2025

The Farm will be open this Sunday (7/27) from 1 to 3 PM. It’s FREE and donations are appreciated. If you would like to bring donations of food for the animals, we need: heads of romaine lettuce, leafy greens, zucchini, yellow squash, kale, and carrots. (Sid sloth)

07/24/2025

Join us today Marathon Public Library Branch - Monroe County!

It’s day 3 of Zookeeper Appreciation Week and we’d like to feature the newest member of our team, Farmer Aja! Here’s mo...
07/23/2025

It’s day 3 of Zookeeper Appreciation Week and we’d like to feature the newest member of our team, Farmer Aja! Here’s more about her:

What does a day at the Farm look like for you?
“Since I’m new, my day consists of learning! Although I’ve been a zookeeper before, every facility is different and every animal is different! Each has their own diets and routines that are important to learn and master, especially in our unique setting.”

What’s your favorite animal at the Farm?
“I’ve really gotten to enjoy spending time with Thunder the Zebu, Albert the tortoise, and G the rhinoceros iguana!”

What do you like most about working on the Farm?
“I like our team. We are a small team of 4 keepers, but we each have something unique to bring to our facility. We all add something that each of us individually wouldn’t be able to accomplish alone. We’re better together!”

Thanks Farmer Aja, and welcome to the team!

AMAZON WISHLIST: Thanks to an anonymous angel for sending an XL Pet Carrier. If you would like to send gifts to the anim...
07/23/2025

AMAZON WISHLIST: Thanks to an anonymous angel for sending an XL Pet Carrier. If you would like to send gifts to the animals, our wish list can be viewed at https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/157W2EJF2JK9N/
If you have trouble ordering from the wish list, please use our mailing address: MCSO Animal Farm, 5501 College Rd, Key West, FL 33040, Attn: Farmer Jeanne

On the second day of Zookeeper Appreciation week, we celebrate Farm Assistant Sandy! Sandy’s unique talents and attenti...
07/22/2025

On the second day of Zookeeper Appreciation week, we celebrate Farm Assistant Sandy! Sandy’s unique talents and attention to detail ensures that every one of our animal family is receiving the best quality of care. Here’s more about Sandy!

What does your typical day at the Farm look like?
“My days are generally spent prepping animal feed and medications, supervising the inmate farm workers, landscaping the property, and caring for animals. Mostly, I do a whole lot of walking!”

What is your favorite animal at the Farm?
“I have too many favorites to chose one. Harriet the red-tailed boa, Spice the silky rooster, and the mini horses are among my top picks.”

What do you like most about working at the Farm?
“Being outside all day and working with all the different animals are my favorite parts of the job. I also enjoy encountering wildlife on the farm, such as interesting snakes, spiders, and birds that visit us.”

Thank you Sandy for all of your hard work and dedication to the Farm!

It’s Zookeeper Appreciation week! The Farm is so much more than just a farm. We have a variety of species, both domesti...
07/21/2025

It’s Zookeeper Appreciation week! The Farm is so much more than just a farm. We have a variety of species, both domestic and exotic, that depend on skilled keepers to provide top-notch care. This week we’ll celebrate each of our valued staff, starting with Farm Assistant Dianne!

About Dianne:
"I started at the farm as a volunteer over 2 years ago. I was thrilled to become an employee and spend more time with the animals and my amazing colleagues."

What’s your favorite animal at the Farm?
"Jack the ostrich has become my best buddy, keeping me company as I prep the produce, and performing his ritual dance for me."

What do you love most about the Farm?
"My favorite part of the job is watching when an inmate connects with an animal. It gives me hope for his future."

Thanks Dianne for all of your hard work and dedication to the Farm!

From our Farm veterinarian, Dr. Doug Mader
07/21/2025

From our Farm veterinarian, Dr. Doug Mader

AMAZON WISHLIST: Thanks to Friends of the Key Largo Library - Key Largo Public Library Branch - Monroe County for sendin...
07/20/2025

AMAZON WISHLIST: Thanks to Friends of the Key Largo Library - Key Largo Public Library Branch - Monroe County for sending 2 cans of Vinyl Fabric spray paint If you would like to send gifts to the animals, our wish list can be viewed at https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/157W2EJF2JK9N/
If you have trouble ordering from the wish list, please use our mailing address: MCSO Animal Farm, 5501 College Rd, Key West, FL 33040, Attn: Farmer Jeanne

Around the Farm. Our next open house will be Sunday, 7/27 from 1-3p. It’s FREE and donations are appreciated! (Photos by...
07/20/2025

Around the Farm. Our next open house will be Sunday, 7/27 from 1-3p. It’s FREE and donations are appreciated! (Photos by Farm Assistant Sandy)
The farm is open to the public on the second and fourth Sundays of each month from 1-3p.

Thanks to Shannon for prep meals and for delivering produce donated by Publix Searstown, Christa for delivering produce ...
07/19/2025

Thanks to Shannon for prep meals and for delivering produce donated by Publix Searstown, Christa for delivering produce donated by Publix Key Plaza, and Lorrie for delivering produce donated by Fausto’s. Our next open house will be Sunday, 7/27 from 1 to 3pm. It’s FREE and donations are appreciated. Thank you, and the animals thank you!

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Stock Island, FL

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