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Published on December 20, 2019
Looking to adopt a pet? Here are 4 delightful doggies to adopt now in TampaPhotos: Petfinder

Start your day off right by browsing through cuddly canines! There are dozens of dogs up for adoption right here in Tampa.

Hoodline partnered with Petfinder, an online adoption site that lists “more than 315,000 adoptable pets from nearly 14,000 animal shelters and rescue groups" to bring you this roundup of dogs near you.

(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.)


Harry, greyhound

Harry is a lovable male greyhound dog staying at Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions Inc.

Harry loves kids, dogs or cats. His vaccinations are up to date, and he is neutered. He is already house-trained.

Harry's current caretakers say:

Harry is a former racer who weighs 75 pounds. After being in 20 races at Derby Lane, he wasn't fast enough to continue and his owner gave him up for adoption. He loves baths and going for car rides. And his quiet, gentle nature make him a great dog for someone living in a condo or apartment. 

Read more about Harry on Petfinder.

Ivey, beagle mix

Ivey is a female beagle mix being cared for at Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue Inc.

Ivey will get along great with your other dogs and cats. Ivey would prefer a home without small children. She is vaccinated and spayed. She has mastered her house-training etiquette.

Ivey's current caretakers say:

This little girl has a lot of love to give and a bounce in her step. Her favorite past time is sitting on a lap once she gets to know you. She gets along great with the dogs and humans in her foster home but might not be good around small children. Her ideal home has a yard where she can run and sit in the sun.

Read more about Ivey on Petfinder.

Up Up, greyhound

Up Up is an adorable female greyhound dog currently residing at Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions Inc.

Up Up loves other dogs. She is looking for cat-free family. She's already house-trained. Up Up is spayed and vaccinated.

Here's what Up Up's friends at Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions Inc. think of her:

This pretty girl is very friendly and easy going and adjusting to life after racing. She started in 97 races and won 31 times but injured her hind leg. She is not cat friendly, so should go to a home with no kitties. She would love to meet you!.

Read more about Up Up on Petfinder.

Jack Xii, beagle mix

Jack Xii is a male beagle mix currently housed at Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue Inc.

Jack Xii is a social butterfly, and he loves other dogs and cats. He is neutered, and he has had all his shots.

Notes from Jack Xii's caretakers:

This handsome, sweet young beagle mix has a lot of energy.  He's still learning to relax and trust the humans in his foster home. Jack has bonded to his friend, Ivey, since they arrived together. Jack does like to run and play in the backyard, and he comes when called. He needs a home with a patient family and a crate where he feels safe. 

Read more about how to adopt Jack Xii on Petfinder.


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