Save Me: Adoptable Pets From Pinellas County Animal Services

Found in a Dog Park, Chopper Needs a Home

Meet Chopper and friends at Pinellas Animal Services.

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 seams with many adorable and adoptable pets to choose from! Even though you may believe the hurricane season is over, October is the month when …

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Roscoe's A Young Surrender With Lots of Love

At seven months old, Roscoe's got energy and love to spare!

Roscoe has good looks and a good attitude to go with it. He was surrendered by his previous family, but that just means that's he's ready to share some love with a new one. Roscoe, being seven months old, has a bit of energy, but walks great on his leash. He'd definitely do best in a family that took time to play with him and get him some fun exercise. How to Adopt Roscoe is ready to go to his forever home. Adoption costs $35 and includes the first set of shots, spaying or neutering, a collar and leash, a bag of food and a toy for the dog. We've attached an adoption form (PDF) to make it easy. Adopt Roscoe and we will feature your photo with your new pet on Patch, too! How to Help If you can't adopt, but still want to help, Animal Services…

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Lola is Ready to Graduate from SPC to a Home

Lola, who was returned to the SPC School of Veterinary Technology by her first family, is ready to leave the college life for a home.

Lola has had a hard run. She's a playful dog who'd love to have a good home, but her first family didn't check with their landlord and she got put back at the SPC School of Veterinary Technology. Lola knows lots of great tricks and is well-trained. She would do best in a home without small children, only because she loves to play and may knock down them down. Make sure to have tennis balls for her! Those are her favorites! How to Adopt Lola is ready to go to her forever home. The adoption fee is $40 and includes the first set of shots, spaying or neutering, a collar and leash, a bag of food, microchipping, one month of heartworm and flea prevention. All you have to do is give Lola a good home. Adopt Lola, and we will feature your photo …

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Benny is in Need of a Second Chance

Benny got bored at his first home and tore up some furniture. He needs a new home and a second chance.

Benny did get adopted, but he got brought back to the shelter after tearing up some furniture. It's not all his fault though! Benny needs a home where he'll have a playmate. He's got a lot of energy and needs a four-legged friend to help him work it off. If you have a dog who needs a playmate, Benny might be the perfect pup for you! How to Adopt Benny is ready to go to his forever home. He is neutered and microchipped. The adoption fee is $35 and includes the first set of shots, a collar and leash, a bag of food and a toy for the dog. We've attached an adoption form (PDF) to make it easy. Adopt Benny, and we will feature your photo with your new pet on Patch, too! How to Help If you can't adopt, but still want to help, Animal Services …

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Luna Just Wants to Swim!

Have a pool? Then maybe, Luna is the pup for you!

This poor girl is Luna.  She is sad because she loves to swim and all we have at Pinellas County Animal Services is a kiddie wading pool.  The 43lb female American Pit Bull Terrier mix has eyes as blue grey as a cloud right before the sun sets over the ocean.  Her previous owner had to turn her in because he had to work too many hours and just did not have enough time for her.  Her serial number is 289432 and she weighs 43lbs.

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Looks are Deceiving for Ramona

Ramona is no Pitbull, but because she looks similar to one, she may be passed over.

Ramona is an energetic dog, who might have an extended stay at Pinellas County Animal Services. Ramona is an American Staffordshire terrier, which looks similar to a Pitbull. The similar looks between the breeds may lead to her being passed over by potential families. That's a shame too! Ramona is nothing but a sweet and friendly dog. She has the playfulness of a puppy, but loves to snuggle up and relax too! How to Adopt Ramona is ready to go to her forever home. She is spayed and microchipped. The adoption fee is $35 and includes the first set of shots, a collar and leash, a bag of food and a toy for the dog. We've attached an adoption form (PDF) to make it easy. Adopt Ramona, and we will feature your photo with your new pet on Patch, too…

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Loving Lucy is Ready to Come Home

Lucy is looked over too often because she looks like a high energy breed.

Lucy is a quiet and loving dog who's really needing a good home. Lucy is commonly overlooked because many see her bigger head and brown color and assume that she's a pitbull mix. The more likely situation is that she's an American Staffordshire Terrier Mix. How to Adopt Lucy is ready to go to her forever home. The adoption fee is $35 and includes the first set of shots, spaying or neutering, a collar and leash, a bag of food and a toy for the dog. We've attached an adoption form (PDF) to make it easy. Adopt Lucy, and we will feature your photo with your new pet on Patch, too! How to Help If you can't adopt, but still want to help, Animal Services always needs volunteers. Animal Services has Saturday hours on June 16 from 9 a.m. until noon…

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Save Me: Adoptable Pets From Pinellas County Animal Services

Wanna Share Your Couch with Mellow Millie?

If you are looking for a 'laid back' pup, Millie may be the answer.

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 many adorable and adoptable pets to choose from!   Now that we are in hurricane season, it’s critical that pet owners to create a plan for their finned…

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Petie is a Well Behaved Dog with Personality

Petie is well-trained and is only being held back from finding a home because he's a pitbull.

Petie is a well-trained iconic looking pitbull who needs a home quick! He's so well-behaved, that he may even qualify as a service dog with more training. He's quick to pick up commands, but still has a fun personality that would be great for a family How to Adopt Petie is ready to go to his forever home. The adoption fee is $35 and includes the first set of shots, spaying or neutering, a collar and leash, a bag of food and a toy for the dog. We've attached an adoption form (PDF) to make it easy. Adopt Petie, and we will feature your photo with your new pet on Patch, too! How to Help If you can't adopt, but still want to help, Animal Services always needs volunteers. Contact Kelli Becraft at kbecraft@co.pinellas.fl.us for more information…

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Adoptables at Risk

Paisley Still Needs a Home

Paisley is now getting accustomed to the shelter as her home. She needs a real home soon!

Our first featured Adoptable at Risk, Paisley, still hasn't found her forever home. Paisley is a beautiful brindle pitbull who needs a home quick! She's been at the shelter so long, she's starting to get comfortable and treat it like her home. Giving her a forever home will help her, and brighten up your life with her big smile and playful attitude! How to Adopt Paisley is ready to go to her forever home. The adoption fee is $35 and includes the first set of shots, spaying or neutering, a collar and leash, a bag of food and a toy for the dog. We've attached an adoption form (PDF) to make it easy. Adopt Paisley, and we will feature your photo with your new pet on Patch, too! How to Help If you can't adopt, but still want to help, Animal …

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