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Animal Shelters & Rescues in Tampa, FL

9 of the 110 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we list in Tampa are shelter and rescue services.

Organizations vary between open-admission municipal facilities and private, foster-based rescues that do not operate a public viewing kennel. Choosing where to adopt depends on whether you want to walk through on-site kennels or submit an application online before meeting dogs in private homes. Adoption fees, home visit requirements, and hold periods for stray animals differ significantly across locations.

  1. Kitty City

    5321 Gunn Hwy, Tampa, FL 33624

    Indoor
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  2. Cat Crusaders

    6248 Commerce Palms Dr, Tampa, FL 33647

    Sat 10am-2pm, Sun 12pm-3pm

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  3. Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center

    440 N Falkenburg Rd, Tampa, FL 33619

    Mon-Sat 10am-5pm

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  4. Puppy Manor

    5103 S Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611

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  5. Dachshund Adoption Rescue and Education (DARE)

    Tampa, FL

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  6. Villa Priscilla

    3131 Villa Rosa Ave, Tampa, FL 33611-2943

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  7. The Humane Society Of Tampa Bay

    3607 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33607-1322

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  8. Maxx and me

    MAILING ADDRESS ONLY, 12191 W Linebaugh Ave #554, Tampa, FL 33626

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  9. St Francis Society Animal Rescue

    PO Box 261614, Tampa, FL 33685

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Check visitor policies early. Municipal facilities usually allow walk-in visits during public hours, but private rescues often require an approved application before scheduling a meet-and-greet.

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What is the difference between an animal shelter and a rescue organization?

Shelters typically operate a physical facility that houses stray or surrendered animals directly on site. Rescue organizations are often run by volunteers using network foster homes, meaning animals live in private residences until adoption.

How much does it typically cost to adopt a dog?

Adoption fees typically range from $50 to $350 depending on the organization and the age of the dog. Puppies usually carry higher fees, while standard fees generally include spay or neuter surgery, initial vaccinations, and a microchip.

Can I bring my current dog to meet a potential rescue dog?

Most organizations require or strongly encourage a controlled meet-and-greet between your existing dog and the rescue dog before finalizing an adoption. Staff or foster parents usually facilitate this interaction on neutral ground at the facility or a local park.