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Patch has partnered with Pinellas County Animal Services to bring our readers Adoptables at Risk, a weekly column that highlights dogs and cats that have overstayed at the county shelter and are in immediate need of a forever home. The shelter has limited space and must get pets adopted in a timely manner to free up kennels.
These are all the dogs that are currently up for adoption at Pinellas County Animal Services. They all need to find that special home with someone who will love them, just as they love people. If you see a dog you want to adopt, make sure to head down to Animal Services. If that dog has already been adopted, make sure you take a good look at all the dogs available. You never know when you might be surprised. How to Adopt The dogs are ready to go to their forever home. Adoption costs are $40, but include the first set of shots, spaying or neutering, a collar and leash, a bag of food and a toy …
Patches is a one year old pit mix with energy to spare. Even though he's an active guy, he's also got some good training and already can sit, shake and lay down! What Patches really needs in a family is structure. As soon as he gets a family that can help set a schedule for him, he'll be able to burn off his excess energy in a good way. How to Adopt Patches 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 …
These are all the dogs that are currently up for adoption at Pinellas County Animal Services. They all need to find that special home with someone who will love them, just as they love people. If you see a dog you want to adopt, make sure to head down to Animal Services. If that dog has already been adopted, make sure you take a good look at all the dogs available. You never know when you might be surprised. How to Adopt The dogs are ready to go to their forever home. Adoption costs vary on the dog but include the first set of shots, spaying or neutering, a collar and leash, a bag of food and…
If you ever though you might want a cat, the SPC Veterinary Technology School has you covered. Right now, the Vet. Tech. School has 14 adorable cats who really could use homes. All the cats have training and unique personalities that make them lots of fun! A few even now how to do some amazing tricks! How to Adopt All the cats are ready to go to their 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 a feline a good home. Adopt…
Barney's a unique and playful pup. Being a mix between a beagle and pitbull gives him a adorable look to go along with his playful personality. While both breeds are amazing, the pitbull side of Barney may be holding him back from getting a home. Barney already has some training, including training to keep him down from furniture.  How to Adopt Barney is ready to go to his 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 and a toy for the dog. We've attached an adoption form (PDF) to make it easy. Adopt Barney, …
We love all our furry friends here at Patch and for this week's Adoptables at Risk, we wanted to show you our feline friends. These are all the cats that are currently up for adoption at Pinellas County Animal Services. They all need to find that special home with someone who will love them, just as they love people. If you see a cat you want to adopt, make sure to head down to Animal Services. If that cat has already been adopted, make sure you take a good look at all the cats available. You never know when you might be surprised. How to Adopt The cats are ready to go to their forever home. …
Callie has been at the SPC Vet Tech School for a long time, and she's ready to get to an active home! Callie has a bit of energy and can be agressive towards certain dogs, but that doesn't mean she isn't loveable. After she gets her energy burned off, she's ready to snuggle up give her family some love. How to Adopt Callie 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 Callie a good home. Adopt Callie, …
Apollo is a beautiful black pit mix who happens to be very shy. Even though he's timid, it's not hard to see that Apollo is a dog who would love to have fun if given the chance. Despite his cautious nature, Apollo loves to run after balls and have a good time. Apollo is in serious need of a family who could help him come out of his shell. How to Adopt Apollo 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 …
Sabrina was adopted, but unfortunately found her way back to the Pinellas County Animal Shelter The family that lost Sabrina is missing out. She's a cuddly pointer mix who knows commands and loves to play. She's waiting for the right home that will love her as much she loves people.  How to Adopt Sabrina 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 Sabrina, and we will feature your photo with your new …
If you want a dog to play with, Roxy is your dog! This three-year-old Catahoula mix has energy to spare and loves to play with her rope and ball. While she's super playful, Roxy doesn't get along with other dogs. That doesn't mean she's not loving though. She's got lots of love to give to her new family! How to Adopt Roxy 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 Roxy a good home. Adopt Roxy, and …
Mila may be missing a leg, but she makes up for it with sweet and loveable attitude. When Mila was brought into Animal Services, her leg had fractured severely and had healed wrong. Unfortunately, the only option was to amputate the leg.  Now that Mila is all healed up, she's ready to go home with a good family who will care for her and love her. How to Adopt Mila 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 and a toy for the dog. We've attached an adoption form (PDF) to make it easy. …
Sabrina is a beautiful 9 month old brindle shepherd mix. Her color, though pretty, gets her overlooked because it's a common pitbull color. Besides her color, there's no good reason why Sabrina shouldn't have a home. She's playful, but very loving. She's calm and sweet on a leash and loves to cuddle up on a lap. How to Adopt Sabrina 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 and a toy for the dog. We've attached an adoption form (PDF) to make it easy. Adopt Sabrina, and we will …
At the first week of the month, we try to put all the dogs currently up for adoption at the Pinellas County Animal Shelter. This month, there are lots of cute pups! These are all the dogs that are currently up for adoption at Pinellas County Animal Services. They all need to find that special home with someone who will love them, just as they love people. If you see a dog you want to adopt, make sure to head down to Animal Services. If that dog has already been adopted, make sure you take a good look at all the dogs available. You never know when you might be surprised. How to Adopt The dogs …
Benny has been at the Pinellas County Animal Shelter for far too long. While this adorable pit mix has high energy, he's also a sweet and snuggly guy who wants nothing more than to cuddle with you on the couch. He does need a family who will be ready to put in some work with him, though. He'd do best with a family who is prepared to work out his energy and committo training him. How to Adopt Benny is ready to go to his forever home. He is neutered and microchipped. The adoption fee is $40 and includes the first set of shots, a collar and leash, a bag of food and a toy for the dog. We've …
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…
For the first week of the month, we're going to feature all of dogs at the Pinellas County Animal Shelter. These are all the dogs that are currently up for adoption at Pinellas County Animal Services. They all need to find that special home with someone who will love them, just as they love people. If you see a dog you want to adopt, make sure to head down to Animal Services. If that dog has already been adopted, make sure you take a good look at all the dogs available. You never know when you might be surprised. How to Adopt The dogs are ready to go to their forever home. Adoption costs vary…
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. …
We normally take a look at one of the old-timer dogs at Pinellas County Animal Services, but we wanted to show you something special this time. These are all the dogs that are currently up for adoption at Pinellas County Animal Services. They all need to find that special home with someone who will love them, just as they love people. If you see a dog you want to adopt, make sure to head down to Animal Services. If that dog has already been adopted, make sure you take a good look at all the dogs available. You never know when you might be surprised. How to Adopt The dogs are ready to go to …
Buster is a 2 year old labrador retriever mix and has been at the Pinellas County Animal Shelter for more than a month. He weighs about 48 lb. and loves to play. Although Buster was treated for heartworms recently, he is healthy and ready to find his forever home. With the recent treatments, Buster will need a home where he can rest for another month or so before he can go back to his regular amount of activity. Aside from his need to give affection, Buster loves to play fetch with tennis balls and knows how to sit and stay on command. How to Adopt Obie is ready to go to his forever home. He …
Obie, a 3 year old labrador retriever/hound mix, loves to swim in the water and play fetch with his toys. In addition to Obie’s sweet, playful nature, he knows commands like “sit” and “shake.” The previous adopter for Obie brought him back to the shelter because he was so playful. Obie needs an active owner, who loves to have a companion. With his love for the water, it would not be surprising to see Obie learn to stay on a paddleboard or kayak.Obie is a sweet and friendly boy. He is looking for a home with a lot of love and activity. How to Adopt Obie is ready to go to his forever home. He …

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