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Every week we will feature a an adoptable pet from Pinellas County's Animal Services' shelter.
Want a great dog?  This 3 year-old-girl is named Desu and she is terrific!  She weighs 45 pounds and she was given up by her owner who said she is housetrained and has been around and great with young children.  She gets lonely and so she would like to live with another pet or have toys to play with.  This leash trained dog is ready to start a new year with a new home.  If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Desu can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their…
Meet Jewel (#287644). This two year old pit bull terrier mix is a real supermodel – she posed for the camera right on the first shot! As with other supermodels, she’s a svelte 44 pounds, and is possibly mixed with a Shepherd. She’s also a show off, taking her treats around to show them off in exchange for being petted. Yes, she’s a real show stopper! If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Jewel can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. …
Do you like to play with toys? So does Zeke (#290112). This 18 month old pit bull terrier mix tips the scales at 40 pounds and is happier than a kindergartener at a toy store when you give him his playthings. Just throw him a few toys, and get ready for the fun to begin! If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Zeke can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we are bursting at the seams with many adorable and adoptable pets …
This is the kind of dog that will make you all misty. Yes, Misty (#290650) is a 10-month-old border collie mix who tips the scales at a svelte 37 pounds. Found as a stray, she’s full of energy and waiting for a forever family. This week, we start a new feature on the pet of the week announcement. If you would like to see a video of Misty playing in the pool, be sure to check her out on YouTube at http://youtu.be/UiDCuZAQnZo. If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Misty can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at …
Meet Snow White (#289908). She is a seven year old kitty who weighs in at 10 pounds. Fun and playful, she has been waiting a long time for her prince charming to come to the rescue. As an added bonus, people who have cat allergies normally do not react to white colored cats… so, you may want to give her a chance if you have had a reaction in the past. If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Snow White can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required …
Meet Chopper (#290046). This 2 year old pup is a big boy, tipping the scales at  80 pounds. Chopper was found at a local dog park with an anonymous note from his former owner saying he or she couldn’t care for him anymore. He’s a big fella who loves to swim and play and would love to become a part of your family! If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Chopper can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we are bursting at the…
Meet Brock (#289112). This 2-year-old mastiff mix is a big boy, tipping the scales at a whopping 100 pounds. He’s also a gentle giant who would love to be a lap dog … of course, you would need a pretty big lap to handle Big Brock!  He knows how to sit, shake and is ready to come home to a new family all his own! If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Brock can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we are bursting at the …
Na na na na na na na na. Na na na na na na na na. Bat Cat! Meet Wayne (#289112). Named after the character Bruce Wayne, his coloration makes him look more like the Caped Crusader - Bat Man.  He’s a little three-year-old black and white stray who loves to hide in boxes; no doubt lying in wait to visit some type of feline justice on a super villain. The moment you see this little guy – KAPOW – you will be in love! If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Wayne can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services …
Meet Thor (#288572). Named after the Norse god of thunder, this two year old, 46 pound  pigeon-toed Basset hound mix is actually quite a sweet little fellow. Turned in by an owner who could no longer take care of him, Thor is very good with kids and other dogs, and is house trained. While his namesake lives up in the air, this Thor tends to want to dig in the dirt.  If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Thor can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their …
Meet Rufus (#285552). This two year old clownish boxer mix tips the scales at a healthy 60 pounds. If Rufus becomes part of your family, prepare to be entertained. He’s a playful, goofy kind of dog who will give you plenty of heart-healthy exercise and lots of belly laughs.  If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Rufus can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we are bursting at the seams with many adorable and adoptable …
Millie (#282668), the five-year-old hound mix, tips the scales at 48 pounds. Found as a stray, her personality can be classified as ‘laid back.’ She gets along well with the other pets at the shelter, is a real couch potato and has yet to make a peep – or is that a woof? – while at Animal Services. If you bring this article with you to Animal Services,  Millie can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we are bursting at the seams with …
Meet Chika (#285848). This year old pointer and greyhound mix tips the scales at 45 pounds. Fun loving and active, she loves to chase down tennis balls, and occasionally brings them back to you!  Don’t worry about her, though, she has a way of throwing them to herself when she wants to play.  Being a mix of these two dog breeds, she’ll be able to move quickly and let you know exactly where she is going!This May, you can pick up Chicka – or any of the other pets up for adoption at Animal Services – for a $25 adoption fee.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at …
Meet Sampson (#285685). This 18-month-old pit bull mix tips the scales at 68 pounds. He appears to be housetrained, and he knows a lot of commands like sit, stay, be quiet and come. He has been very good around children and other dogs.  While these are great feats, you should see him play ball!  Give that dog a contract. This May, you can pick up Sampson – or any of the other pets up for adoption at Animal Services – for a $25 adoption fee.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, …
Meet Lenore (#283917). This three-year-old pit bull mix tips the scales at 42 pounds. She’s tan with just the slightest touch of white. Found as a stray, someone must  have cared well for lovely Lenore, because she’s excellent on a leash and knows how to sit for a toy or a treat.  If you want to see more, why not swing by Animal Services to see if she’s right for you? If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Lenore can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their…
Meet Larry (#284173). This two-year-old Lab and hound mix tips the scales at a husky 73 pounds.  He’s a big guy with a big personality – a lot of fun to be around. We’re told that when he runs, he looks like he’s dancing… so, if you want to strut your stuff with a new four-legged friend, Larry might just be the perfect dance partner. If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Larry can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we …
Talk about your exotic mixes… Snoopy (# 284620) is known as a Doxillion. Yes, you read that right – a mix of a Doxie and a Papillion. This one-year-old boy tips the scales at 16 pounds, and his former owner says he is housetrained and very good with children.  Add a little exotic flair to your family and give Snoopy a look. If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Snoopy can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we are …
This is one dog that hits a pretty sweet note.  Jazz (#283502) is a five-year-old Chow mix who tips the scales at 60 pounds. She was given up by her former owner who had to move away from the area.  Jazz is very laid back, just like the music she’s named after.  Good with cats, fully house trained… you’ll love her smooth stylings. If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Jazz can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we are …
What time is it? Why, it’s Miller time!  Miller (#279672) is an 18-month-old pit bull mix who tips the scales at 66 pounds.  He’s a very, happy fellow, but could certainly benefit from our free dog training class. The next one is taking place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 7 at the adoption center at Animal Services. If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Miller can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we are bursting at …
Meet Ariel (#279991).  She’s a two-year-old red colored female shepherd mix who tips the scales at 52 pounds.  This clever girl loves treats and will sit patiently for you to share. If you turn away, she will reposition herself in front of you and wait some more!  If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Ariel can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we are bursting at the seams with many adorable and adoptable pets to …
Meet Charlie (#281544).  He’s an eight-year-old unique looking red retriever mix. Found as a stray, this distinguished fellow appears to be house trained and knows a few commands. Charlie is looking for a lucky new owner to share some quiet, relaxing times with him in his golden years. If you bring this article with you to Animal Services, Charlie can be yours for the low fee of $25.  And, remember, every single one of the pets offered for adoption at Animal Services are spayed or neutered and have all of their required shots. And, this week, we are bursting at the seams with many adorable …

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