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Published on May 08, 2020
Want to adopt a pet? Here are 6 lovable pups to adopt now in TampaPhotos: Petfinder

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

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

(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.)


Callie, Weimaraner and pit bull terrier mix

Callie is a female Weimaraner and pit bull terrier mix being cared for at The PIBA Foundation.

Callie is a social butterfly — she gets along well with other dogs. She is already house-trained. She is vaccinated and spayed.

From Callie's current caretaker:

This little lady is a ball of energy! She is looking for a very active home. She would enjoy going on daily runs, hikes, swims or another higher energy dog to romp with.  

Read more about how to adopt Callie on Petfinder.

Kiss, greyhound

Kiss is a charming female greyhound dog currently housed at Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions Inc.

Kiss loves to socialize — she gets along well with children, cats or dogs. She is already spayed and vaccinated. She's already been house-trained.

From Kiss' current caretaker:

Kiss competed in 154 races and had 26 wins and 16 places! She deserves a good retirement home and may be just the dog for you.  

Apply to adopt Kiss today at Petfinder.

Hocus Pocus, greyhound

Hocus Pocus is a darling female greyhound dog being cared for at Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions Inc.

Hocus Pocus loves other dogs. Her ideal forever home would be a cat-free environment. Hocus Pocus will do best in a home without small children. She already has had all of her shots, and she is spayed. Fear not: She is already house-trained.

From Hocus Pocus' current caretaker:

An interesting thing about Hocus is that she often lies upside down in a "dead cockroach" position. Hocus is very loving and loves to get attention from her people.  

Read more about Hocus Pocus on Petfinder.

Rusty, Pekingese and dachshund mix

Rusty is a handsome male Pekingese and dachshund mix currently housed at The PIBA Foundation.

Rusty gets along well with cats and dogs. Rusty will do best in a home without small children. He is neutered and vaccinated. He has mastered his house-training etiquette.

Notes from Rusty's caretakers:

Rusty is shy at first but very sweet and friendly once he gets to know you! He likes to snuggle, sit in your lap and get belly rubs. 

Read more about how to adopt Rusty on Petfinder.

Milo, Australian cattle dog

Milo is a male Australian cattle dog being kept at the Mercy Full Project.

Milo is the life of the party — he'll get along great with kids, cats or dogs. He is already house-trained. He is already neutered, and he has had all of his shots.

Notes from Milo's caretakers:

He gives kisses and knows simple commands like sit. He loves to play, too!  

Read more about how to adopt Milo on Petfinder.

Sessy, greyhound

Sessy is a lovable female greyhound dog in the care of Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions Inc.

Sessy gets along well with other dogs. She's mastered her house-training etiquette. Sessy is already spayed and vaccinated.

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

Sessy had a great racing career! She competed in 110 races and won 11 times a Grade A racer.  

Read more about how to adopt Sessy on Petfinder.


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