Dog Adoption
Bring home your new best friend.

Every dog at Humane Society of Tampa Bay is spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, and ready for a lifetime of love.

Adoptions are same-day and first-come, first-served. We do not hold pets or process adoptions over the phone or online. Come in, meet our dogs, and find the one who steals your heart.

If you are still working out what adopting involves and what to bring on the day, the guide to adopting a dog here walks through it. There are more guides to getting help with a pet alongside it.

Adoption Fees
Puppies

3 months and under

$250
Adult Dogs

3+ months – 8 years old

$130
Senior Dogs

Over 8 years old

$50

Fees support lifesaving care.

How Adoption Works
01
Browse Available Dogs

Find the dog(s) right for you. Dogs listed are available to adopt. The website is updated daily.

02
Visit & Meet

Visit our shelter and meet the dog(s) that interest you. Bring their kennel card to the front desk in our adoption lobby.

03
Meet with a Counselor

Meet with an adoption coordinator. Sign paperwork, go over information, and ask any questions.

04
Take Your New Companion Home

Take your new family member home. All dogs must leave on leash. Dog supplies are available in our retail store.

Important note

If you have recently adopted and your pet is not feeling well or has a medical concern, please contact our Animal Hospital Manager, Gretel Harvey, at (813) 252-2026.

Same-day adoptions. First-come, first-served.

We do not hold pets or complete adoptions via phone, social media, or email. Please visit us in person to meet and adopt.

Available Dogs Below

Find your perfect match!

Tampa Dogs
Pinellas Dogs