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Pet Adoption Centers in Florida

40 of the 2,760 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we track in Florida are pet adoption services. Full listings for every city are on the Florida page.

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Rescue organizations and adoption centers vary significantly in their intake processes, meet-and-greet requirements, and home visit policies. Some facilities operate walk-in adoption floors, while foster-based rescues require pre-approved applications before scheduling a visit. A map location will not tell you whether a shelter includes spaying, neutering, vaccinations, and microchipping in its flat adoption fee.

Jacksonville 3

  1. Pet Adoption Center

    10503 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32257-6259

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  2. Rehoming puppies North Florida

    7910 Dekle Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32219-3116

    Call All Jacksonville

  3. Greyhounds As Pets

    2600 W 5th St, Jacksonville, FL 32254

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Doral 2

  1. Animal Services

    3599 NW 79th Ave, Doral, FL 33122-1019

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  2. Paws Of Love

    9851 NW 58th St, Doral, FL 33178-2716

    Call All Doral

Fort Pierce 2

  1. Fort Pierce Animal Adoption Center

    100 Savannah Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34982

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  2. Paws n Claws Foundation

    1005 Kentucky Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

    Call Website All Fort Pierce

Pensacola 2

  1. Mini Pomsky Puppies

    Pensacola, Florida, Pensacola, FL 32501

    Call Website All Pensacola

  2. Hotel For Dogs & Cats

    2629 Creighton Rd, Pensacola, FL 32504-7340

    Call Website All Pensacola

St Augustine 2

  1. Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue

    32 Masters Dr, St Augustine, FL 32084-3467

    Call Website All St Augustine

  2. Ayla's Acres No-kill Animal Rescue

    142 King St, St Augustine, FL 32084-4326

    Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sunday 12-4pm

    Call Website All St Augustine

Brooksville 1

  1. Pets

    433 W Jefferson St, Brooksville, FL 34601-2500

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Coral Springs 1

  1. Pets Love Vets

    7837 W Sample Rd Suites 104, Coral Springs, FL 33065

    Call Website All Coral Springs

Fort Lauderdale 1

  1. Cat Crusade Adoption

    757 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316-2960

    Call All Fort Lauderdale

Fort Myers 1

  1. Cat Tails And More, Inc.

    5013 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33907-1373

    Call Website All Fort Myers

Fort Walton Beach 1

  1. Road Dogg Rescue

    1811 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547-5206

    Website All Fort Walton Beach

Gainesville 1

  1. Faithful Friends Pet Rescue And Rehoming

    3736 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608-2338

    Call Website All Gainesville

Geneva 1

  1. Seminole County Parrot Rescue and Sanctuary

    220 Saunders Trail, Geneva, FL 32732

    Call All Geneva

Hollywood 1

  1. Paws 2 Care Coalition

    6219 Johnson St, Hollywood, FL 33024-5931

    Call Website All Hollywood

Lakeland 1

  1. Spca Adoption

    1539 Town Center Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803-7968

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Land O Lakes 1

  1. Carters Canine Condos

    10141 Land O Lakes Blvd, Land O Lakes, FL 34638-6005

    Call All Land O Lakes

Largo 1

  1. Kneady Kitty Rescue

    Largo, FL

    Mon-Sun 6am-10:30pm

    Call Website All Largo

Loxahatchee Groves 1

  1. Devon Rex Kittens Devon Rex Cats Merit Award Winning Cattery

    15673 Southern Blvd, 107, Loxahatchee Groves, FL 33470

    Call Website All Loxahatchee Groves

Miami 1

  1. Epic Puppies

    8173 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33155

    Call All Miami

Naples 1

  1. Volunteer Services For Animals

    6017 Pine Ridge Rd PMB 330, Naples, FL 34119-3956

    Call Website All Naples

North Fort Myers 1

  1. Forever Pets, Inc.

    110 Pondella Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 33903-3814

    Call All North Fort Myers

Oakland Park 1

  1. Beyond Nine Cat Rescue

    3501 N Dixie Hwy, Oakland Park, FL 33334-2840

    Call Website All Oakland Park

Palm City 1

  1. Nala's New Life Rescue

    2740 Sw Martin Downs Blvd Ste 402, Palm City, FL 34990-6046

    Website All Palm City

Panama City 1

  1. The Humane Society of Bay County, INC.

    1600 Bay Ave, Panama City, FL 32405

    Call Website All Panama City

Plant City 1

  1. Maine Coon Kittens for Adoption in Florida

    608 W Mahoney St, Plant City, FL 33563-3130

    All Plant City

Pompano Beach 1

  1. Good Karma Pet Rescue Of South Florida

    3100 NW 19th Ter, Pompano Beach, FL 33064-1301

    Call All Pompano Beach

Port Charlotte 1

  1. Fairytail Endings Rescue

    23212 Freedom Ave, Port Charlotte, FL 33980-2901

    Call Website All Port Charlotte

Saint Cloud 1

  1. Spay The Strays Cat Rescue

    4701 Old Canoe Creek Rd # 700112, Saint Cloud, FL 34770-7006

    Call Website All Saint Cloud

Sanford 1

  1. Pet Alliance Of Greater Orlando (sanford Location)

    2800 County Home Rd, Sanford, FL 32773-6311

    Call All Sanford

Sebring 1

  1. Heartland Pet Rescue

    3815 Westminster Rd, Sebring, FL 33875-4639

    Call All Sebring

South Miami 1

  1. Puppy City

    6344 Bird Rd, South Miami, FL 33155

    Call Website All South Miami

Tallahassee 1

  1. Companion Animal Rescue Endeavor

    1881B N M L King Jr Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32303-4701

    Call Website All Tallahassee

Tampa 1

  1. Rebels Rescue, Inc.

    PO Box 13062, Tampa, FL 33681

    Website All Tampa

Venice 1

  1. St. Francis Animal Rescue Of Venice

    1925 S Tamiami Trl, Venice, FL 34293-5003

    Call Website All Venice

Winter Haven 1

  1. Crossed Paws Pet Rescue

    2720 Havendale Blvd NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881-1828

    Call Website All Winter Haven
Submit applications early. Many shelters and rescues review applications in the order received, so completing paperwork online before visiting can speed up the process if you meet a compatible pet.

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Good to know

What is typically included in a pet adoption fee?

Most adoption fees cover initial vaccinations, spay or neuter surgery, microchip implantation, and a basic health check. Some organizations also include a starter bag of food, a temporary leash or carrier, and a voucher for a first wellness exam at a local clinic.

How long does the pet adoption process usually take?

Walk-in municipal shelters can often complete an adoption on the same day if you bring a valid ID and proof of residence. Foster-based rescues and specialized groups may take several days or a week to check landlord permissions, review veterinary references, and arrange home visits.

Do adoption centers require all household members to meet the pet first?

Yes, many shelters and rescues require every human living in the household—and often existing family dogs—to participate in a meet-and-greet. This ensures the animal's temperament is a good fit for the entire home environment before the adoption is finalized.

How long is a dog in heat?

A dog's heat cycle typically lasts for several weeks, averaging about three weeks in total. During this period, female dogs should be kept away from communal spaces across Florida to avoid accidental breeding. Owners can explore 40 dog parks in Florida to plan future visits once the cycle ends.

How long does a dog stay in heat?

Female dogs usually stay in heat for about three weeks, during which they can attract male dogs from significant distances. To ensure safety, restrict outdoor play to private, fully fenced yards throughout Florida. Our guide lists 40 dog parks in Florida for safe exercise options after the heat cycle completes.