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Looking to adopt a pet? Here are 6 precious puppies to adopt now in Tampa

Looking to adopt a pet? Here are 6 precious puppies to adopt now in TampaPhotos: Petfinder
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Published on March 20, 2020

Interested in adopting a pet — or just taking a peek at some cuddle-hungry puppies up for adoption? There are dozens of darling puppies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Tampa.

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 puppies 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.)


Felix, terrier mix

Felix is a handsome male terrier puppy staying at Humane Society of Tampa Bay.

He is vaccinated.

Here's what Felix's friends at Humane Society of Tampa Bay think of him:

I'm Felix and looking for my new best friend. I hope it can be you! I am full of silly puppy antics and energy, and I love to play. Stop by the Humane Society of Tampa Bay and scoop me up today. I look forward to our first car ride together!

Read more about Felix on Petfinder.

Pixie, Labrador retriever and American Staffordshire terrier mix

Pixie is a female Labrador retriever and American Staffordshire terrier puppy currently residing at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.

She has had all her shots.

From Pixie's current caretaker:

Meet Pixie. We took in her pregnant mom from a kill-shelter, and Pixie is one of eight pups in this litter. She has no known health issues and likes to play and be held. She gets along with dogs, cats and kids. In about two weeks, she will be ready for her forever home. Could it be yours? 

Apply to adopt Pixie today at Petfinder.

Ruby, Labrador retriever and American Staffordshire terrier mix

Ruby is a female Labrador retriever and American Staffordshire terrier puppy staying at Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.

Ruby will get along great with your cats, dogs and children. Ruby has been vaccinated.

Ruby's current caretakers say:

Meet Ruby. At six weeks old, she's playful, smart and spunky—and she loves kids. We rescued her pregnant mom from a kill-shelter, and we are so happy these babies have a chance at a forever home. Ruby will be ready to go to her new home in about two weeks.  

Read more about how to adopt Ruby on Petfinder.

Olivia, Labrador retriever and American Staffordshire terrier mix

Olivia is a female Labrador retriever and American Staffordshire terrier puppy in the care of Furever Yours Pet Rescue and Placement Services.

Olivia loves kids, cats or dogs. She is vaccinated.

From Olivia's current caretaker:

Meet Olivia. At six weeks old, she's playful, smart and spunky—and she loves kids. We rescued her pregnant mom from a kill-shelter, and we are so happy these babies have a chance at a forever home. Olivia will be ready to go to her new home in about two weeks.  

Read more about how to adopt Olivia on Petfinder.

Scout, Labrador retriever

Scout is a charming male Labrador retriever puppy being kept at Heidi's Legacy: Dog Rescue, Inc.

He has been vaccinated.

Here's what Scout's friends at Heidi's Legacy: Dog Rescue, Inc. think of him:

If a picture is worth a thousand words, this pic of Scout says it all. He desperately wants a loving home. If you've got other dogs, he would be buddies with them in no time. Interested in fostering or adopting? Please complete the application on our website. We will be in touch!

Read more about Scout on Petfinder.

Louisa, Labrador retriever and hound mix

Louisa is a female Labrador retriever and hound puppy staying at Lucky Ones Rescue Inc.

She has been vaccinated.

Notes from Louisa's caretakers:

Louisa is new to rescue, so we are learning more about her. Please check back soon or contact us for more information.

Apply to adopt Louisa today at Petfinder.


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