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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Report a Problem in Your Community
Report issues with air quality, potholes, sidewalks, illegal dumping, mistimed traffic signals, graffiti and more to Pinellas County on this webpage or......
About Animal Services
At Pinellas County Animal Services, we’re proud of our shelter and Adoption Center, which was constructed with the Penny for Pinellas 1-cent......
Animal Services Enforcement
Our animal control officers stay busy providing coverage to the community seven days a week for animal-related calls like loose dogs, barking......
County Pet Licenses / Tags
In Pinellas County, it is required by law that pet owners obtain a license for their cats and dogs. Each dog and......
Stray and Feral Cats – Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release and Return to Field Programs
Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate & Release (TNVR) Program Under the TNVR program, you can legally provide food and care for community cats within......