Want to adopt a pet? Here are 5 lovable pups to adopt now in Saint

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Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some cuddly canines up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing dogs up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Saint Petersburg.

Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs currently available for adoption.

(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)

Crystal, shepherd mix

Crystal is a charming female shepherd mix currently housed at FARR - FLORIDA RETRIEVER RESCUE.

Crystal is a social butterfly, and she gets along well with other dogs, cats and children. She is vaccinated and spayed. She's already house-trained.

From Crystal's current caretaker:

Meet Crystal. She's a beautiful three-year-old shepherd mix and loves people of all ages. She gets along well with other dogs and cats. Also, she loves cuddling with her humans. Since she's still a pup at heart, she would do best in a home with children over the age of 7.

Dutchess, hound

Dutchess is a sweet female hound dog currently residing at Pet Pal Animal Shelter.

She already has had all of her shots, and she is spayed.

Here's what Dutchess' friends at Pet Pal Animal Shelter think of her:

Dutchess doesn't need a home fit for royalty. She just needs a home filled with love! With a very sweet, patient temperament, she will make a great family dog.

Read more about how to adopt Dutchess on Petfinder.

Papi, rat terrier mix

Papi is a lovable male rat terrier mix being kept at Pet Pal Animal Shelter.

He's already vaccinated and neutered.

Here's what Papi's friends at Pet Pal Animal Shelter think of him:

Ay, Papi! You are so handsome! Just two years old, this one is a true gentleman who prefers to sit at a distance and get to know you. Once he does, you will have a friend for life! He also enjoys the company of other small dogs but will need continued training.

Cookie, pit bull terrier mix

Cookie is an adorable female pit bull terrier mix staying at Pet Pal Animal Shelter.

She is already spayed and vaccinated.

Cookie's current caretakers say:

Add some sweetness to your home with Cookie! Nearly two years old, this pit mix is a lively, playful pup who loves attention and has lots of sugar to share. You must own your home to adopt her.

Ziggy, pit bull terrier mix

Ziggy is an adorable male pit bull terrier mix staying at Pet Pal Animal Shelter.

He has had all of his shots, and he is neutered.

Notes from Ziggy's caretakers:

Ziggy enjoys romps in the yard and squeaky toys. He is a happy boy with beautiful markings and adorable ears. You must own your home to adopt this gorgeous four-year-old, 62-pound pit mix.

Apply to adopt Ziggy today at Petfinder.

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