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.

Pet Adoptions Found Pets Enforcement Donate/Volunteer Pet Licenses Preparing Pets for Emergencies

News & Stories

November 2, 2026

Animal Services invites community to bring a little joy ‘Home for the Holidays’

The holidays are a time for gathering, comfort and companionship, and Pinellas County Animal Services wants to make sure shelter pets get…

September 16, 2026 For loads of love and laughter, consider an older pet
July 14, 2026 Consumer Alert: Scammer posing as Pinellas County Animal Control Officer
April 13, 2026 Pinellas County Animal Services launching new summer hours
March 2, 2026 Pinellas County Animal Services helping longest-stay animals Spring Free from the Shelter

Services

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Find a Lost Pet Adopt a Pet Apply for a Hobby Breeder Permit Apply for a Pet Dealer/Kennel Permit

Apply to be a Pet License Reseller Contact Animal Services

Information & Resources

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Injured or Orphaned Wildlife County Pet Licenses / Tags Pinellas County Community Pet Resources Preparing Pets for Emergencies

Tips to become a successful pet parent Adoption Center – Dog & Cat Adoptions Animal Services Found Center Lost and Found Pet Resources

Programs

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Volunteers stuffing kongs with peanut butter for the dogs at Animal Services

Home for the Holidays: an extended foster program