Animal Safety and Enforcement
Pinellas County provides compassionate enforcement to help eliminate the neglect and abuse of animals within our jurisdiction, and we’re here to help you provide for the care and safety of your pet.
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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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Emergency Information
In the case of a large-scale emergency, such as a hurricane, in Pinellas County, this page will be updated on an ongoing......
Pinellas County begins free animal adoptions during shelter renovations
Pinellas County Animal Services is offering free animal adoptions to help find loving homes for animals this holiday season as a major......
Make a Plan
Once you Know Your Risk, you can Make A Plan for how to respond if a hazard is threatening your safety. Who......
Law / Ordinances / Stats
Animal Services statistics on live intakes and outcomes. Links to animal-related county codes....
Preparing Pets for Emergencies
Pets are an important part of your family. Making an emergency plan that includes them, especially for hurricane season, is part of......
Animal Services resumes dog adoption and intake following virus
Pinellas County Animal Services is resuming full dog operations beginning Wednesday, Jan. 18, after all dogs have recovered following treatment for canine pneumovirus....
BCC updates ordinance governing retail sale of dogs or cats
The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) on Tuesday passed a series of updates to its animal ordinance that will ban......
Pinellas County Animal Services Statistics February 2021
Pinellas County Animal Services Statistics for February 2021...
Pinellas County Animal Services earns $10,000 grant for inclusive practices
Maddie’s Fund and the Michaelson Found Animal Foundation have awarded Pinellas County Animal Services a $10,000 grant for piloting the “Best Overall Effort” to open doors to adopters and volunteers and welcome the entire community during their Open Arms Challenge....
Donate to Animal Services
You can help your local shelter animals by donating time, money or much-needed items. While our budget allows us to provide the......