Animal Services Department

Pinellas County Animal Services safeguards public health, public safety and animal welfare. We strive to enhance the quality of life in our community through citizen education, public outreach, and compassionate enforcement and work toward the elimination of neglect and abuse of domestic animals within our jurisdiction.

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March 3, 2025

Pinellas Citizen University begins new sessions April 23

Pinellas County residents can experience a behind-the-scenes look at how their county government provides first-class services by attending this year’s Pinellas Citizen…

November 27, 2023 Pinellas County begins free animal adoptions during shelter renovations
January 18, 2023 Animal Services resumes dog adoption and intake following virus
October 7, 2022 Solid Waste and Animal Services Partnership: Pet Supply Donation Drive
June 7, 2022 BCC updates ordinance governing retail sale of dogs or cats

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County Pet Licenses / Tags How to be a Responsible Pet Owner Adoption Center – Dog & Cat Adoptions Animal Services Found Center

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