Welcome To
Wags for Walks
UCF CLUB
University of Central Florida club partnered
with Orange County Animal Shelter (OCAS)
Est. 2023
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updates
Our Mission
Wags For Walks UCF is an Orlando, Florida based college club at the University of Central Florida that was created by and for individuals of all majors who love animals and are seeking the chance to give back to the homeless dogs of Orlando. Wags for Walks is partnered with Orange County Animal Shelter canines in hopes of raising awareness for adoption and mental health in students and canines.
Why Join?
Wags for Walks UCF is motivated to reduce stress, anxiety and depression for students and dogs by…
Going Outside
Making New Friends
Wet Nose Kisses
Community Work
Member Requirements
Complete each form in order + orientation during first event
Event Sign Up Form
Posted on Instagram every Monday prior
Click Form Name for Link,
if they do not work, they are provided in our instagram bio
Member Roles
Animal Handler
SUPPORTER
Animal Handler
TRANSPORTER
Animal handlers who did not transport a canine to the event. This role is great for those who could not drive all the way to shelter that day or do not feel comfortable handling a shelter dog at this time.
This role is very helpful as you are another set of eyes, ears, and face to our organization for our mission and safety.
Animal Handlers that have checked out OCAS canines and transported them to and from the event. They are solely responsible in walking their canine and will be the only person who is allowed to return their animal to the shelter.
Monthly Meetups
We get together twice a month on
Sunday’s at 10:30am at Lake Eola Park for walking events to increase mental health in canines and students, while raising adoption awareness.
Attendance is not required, but is recorded.
Members are encouraged to attend atleast
50% of events within a semester!
If you are a transporter, please arrive at Orange County Animal Shelter at 10am on event day to check out your dog!
A Sunday, stay tuned
meet up 10:00-11:00am
transporters: 9:30am pick up
supporters: 10am meet up
Please note:
ucf to ocas (25 minutes with tolls/ 40 without)
ocas to lake eola (13 minutes without tolls)
Required
$30 Club T-Shirt
Optional
$5 Club Graduation Cord
How You Can Help
Donations of any size go a long way!
Thank you for your support :)
Volunteer of the Year 2024
Founder of Wags for Walks, Isabella Venezio was awarded Volunteer of the Year from Florida Animal and Advocacy Association for her contribution to the Orlando community
Isabella Venezio “I am forever in debt to every single member of my club who showed up and enjoyed helping these homeless dog of Orlando have normalcy for a day. I hope everyone is inspired to follow their own ideas knowing anything is possible”
Contact Us
Have any questions?
FAQ
are there club dues?
no, just a one time club t-shirt purchase requirement.
does this club meet on ucf campus?
no, events are at
Lake eola park with optional informational zoom meetings
What are the INTERACTION rules when out on events?
Please ask any questions at orientation
during your first event, we would love to help you
Where should i park
for a lake eola event?
thorton park central garage perferred ($4 an hour)
Can i bring my own dog with me sunday, she Is friendly?
no. There are no allowed interactions between ocas dogs and non-ocas dogs at events
Where do we meet at lake eola? green patch in front of thorton park central garage,
look for pink shirts
Can i bring my friends/ family?
yes! please note if they are not members of the club, they may not at any time take hold of a canines leash.
If seen, you will be dismissed
Past
Events
Interested in adopting/ fostering?
Wags for walks members are not allowed to release adoptable dogs directly from events, if you are INTERESTED in adopting one of the dogs we walked, you must go directly to the shelter
Shelter: Orange county animal services
Address: 2769 conroy road orlando, fl 32839
located: across from MILLENNIA mall and
13 minutes from lake eola park
sunday hours: 10am-6pm
Adoptable canine companions we have walked
Dog name (gender) ID TAG#
dogs located at ocas
Sky (F) A439699
Gonzo (M) A544350
Rocky (M)-A416083
Draco (M)- A402872
Zena (F)-unknown
Indie (F)-unknown
Sky (F) A439699
Adopted/ fostered canine companions we have walked
Fostered/ Rescued
Gravy (m) A527878
mahi mahi (m) A527719
chu Chu (m) A526987
ROSE (F) #A535003
Oreo (m) A525646
Randy (M) #A466878
Missy(F) #A541827
Adopted
PANDA (F) #A534899
JINKIES (F) #A537603
Beauty (F) #A531441
Margot Robbie (F) #A540180
Jar (M) #A539650
Charlie (M) #A538278
Daisy (F) #A524346
Bolt (M) #A465224
Keanu (M) #A499854
Waldorf (M) #A542435
Brownie (M) #A536399
dozer (m) #UNKNOWN
mo (M) # A542407
Rory (F) #A542221
Luna (F) #A455121
Rocky (M) #A541271
Mercy (F) #A538815
Caicos (F) #A547407
Shunsui (M) #A505740
Ella (F) #A547209
Copenhagen (M) #A546536
Baby girl (F) #A541977
Fred (F) #A543050
Rocky (M) #A541271
MEELA (F) #A487311
Cesar-A548046
Dodo-A549053
Bartal-A478139
Jaxson (m) A52626
Dallas (f) A526260
Talulah A525132
Algon A526607
Franklin A527760
Doger A526886
Bowzer (m) A527945
mazikeen (m) A531671
Kai (m) A523911
reba (F) A27947
choco (M) A52337
Chico (M) A446499
miley (F) a531173
Hannah (F) A531174
Wilma (F) A534827
jaxson (M) A536287
Hawthorne (m) A526478
Tockie (f) A523259
Mia (f) A525316
Bramble (m) A525692
Simone (m) A449957
Rocco (m) A527194
Bo (m) A527028
grace (f) A528254
Hufo (M) A466091
Drako (m) A531082
Coco (f) A502228
Tyson (m) A531557
nemo (M) A531900
ladie Belle (F) A531477
reba (F) A27947
Joker (M) #A536467
Club Officers
2023-
2024
founder + president- Isabella “Bella” Venezio
vice president- Alyssa Muncy
secretary- Priscilla Ramos
treasurer 2023-Mia Copeland
treasurer 2024- Skye Snyder
historian+ photographer- Jillian “Jill” Haverlin
ucf faculty- Mr. Frank T. Logiudice, M.S.
OCAS Volunteer Coordinator- Crystal Kincaid
Club Officers
2024-
2025
president- Alyssa Muncy
2024 vice president- Priscilla Ramos
2025 vice president-Riley Jaszczak
secretary- Skye Snyder
treasurer -Annika Brijlal
historian- Mia Benenati
social media coordinator-Joie Nathanson
event coordinator-George Rolle
ucf faculty- Mr. Frank T. Logiudice, M.S.
OCAS Volunteer Coordinator- Crystal Kincaid