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Published on April 25, 2019
Cuteness overload: 7 cuddle-hungry puppies to adopt now in and around TampaPhotos: Petfinder

Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of cuddle-hungry puppies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Tampa, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect new pal.

Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of puppies currently available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.

Lucas, Australian cattle dog

Lucas is a male Australian cattle dog puppy being cared for at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.

Lucas is ready to make friends — he's happy to keep company with children, dogs and cats. He already has all of his shots, and he's been neutered. He has work to do on house training etiquette.

From Lucas's caretaker:

This adorable baby is Lucas. He is 8 weeks old and a cattle dog/Heller. He is sweet and shy but likes to play outside with his toys and foster siblings.

Read more about how to adopt Lucas at Petfinder.

Nova, American Staffordshire terrier and boxer mix

Nova is a female American Staffordshire terrier and boxer puppy staying at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.

Nova is a social animal — she loves kids, cats and dogs. She's already vaccinated, and she's been spayed. She has work to do on house training etiquette.

From Nova's caretaker:

Nova is the sibling to Tank, She is a bit smaller than Tank and has a calm, quiet temperament. Nova likes to play outside, sleep in her bed and play with toys. 

Read more about how to adopt Nova at Petfinder.

Baker, rottweiler and golden retriever mix

Baker is a male rottweiler and golden retriever puppy staying at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.

Baker is a social butterfly — he's happy to keep company with other dogs, cats and kids. He's already vaccinated, and he's been neutered. He's still working on getting house trained.

From Baker's caretaker:

Baker is a 4 month old Rottweiler/retriever mix. The coloring appears Rottweiler but the curly hair looks golden retriever. Whatever he is, he is adorable. Baker and his sibling Hurley are both a bit shy, Baker seems to be the talkative one of the two and a bit more confident. Both are bonded siblings and an adopter who is interested in keeping them together will take priority.

Read more about how to adopt Baker at Petfinder.

Hurley, rottweiler and golden retriever mix

Hurley is a male rottweiler and golden retriever puppy currently housed at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.

Hurley is a social animal — he loves cats, dogs and children. He is already vaccinated, and he's been neutered. He's still working on getting house trained.

Read more about how to adopt Hurley at Petfinder.

Delilah, Australian cattle dog

Delilah is a female Australian cattle dog puppy staying at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.

Delilah is here to make friends — she loves other dogs, cats and children. She already has all of her shots, and she's been spayed. She has work to do on house training etiquette.

From Delilah's caretaker:

Delilah is an eight week old cattle dog/heeler. She is a silly smart little girl that has already learned how to use the doggy door.

Read more about how to adopt Delilah at Petfinder.

Molly, Labrador retriever and American bulldog mix

Molly is a female Labrador retriever and American bulldog puppy currently residing at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.

Molly is here to make friends — she'll get along great with your kids, cats and dogs. Her vaccinations are up to date, and she's been spayed. She's still working on getting house trained.

From Molly's caretaker:

Molly is a 5 month old female lab/bulldog mix. Her sister looks more bulldog and she looks like a lab. She has long legs and loves to cuddle on the couch. She plays a bit rough with other dogs so a meet and greet with your dog is recommended.

Read more about how to adopt Molly at Petfinder.

Rae, Australian cattle dog

Rae is a female Australian cattle dog puppy staying at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.

Rae is the life of the party — she'll get along great with other dogs, cats and kids. Her vaccinations are up to date, and she's been spayed. She's still working on getting house trained.

From Rae's caretaker:

Rae is a eight week old cattle dog female. She is the cutest little girl. She loves to play outside with the other foster dogs and she has learned how to dig holes and hide her toys.

Read more about how to adopt Rae at Petfinder.


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