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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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June 27, 2025

County Government offices to be closed for Independence Day

Pinellas County Government offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. This includes departments under the Board…

April 13, 2025 Celebrate your birthday with waived adoption fees at Pinellas County Animal Services
March 7, 2025 Consumer Alert: Puppy scammers using old Animal Services form
November 27, 2023 Pinellas County begins free animal adoptions during shelter renovations
January 18, 2023 Animal Services resumes dog adoption and intake following virus

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