Shelter Services
Pet Assistance

From food assistance and affordable vet care to community programs, your support helps families and pets stay together.

What We Offer
Support to keep families together
We know keeping a pet can be challenging. Our team offers practical, judgment-free resources — from food and supplies to affordable medical care — so you and your pet don’t have to part ways.
 
Our hospital is open 6 days a week (Closed Sundays), and any proceeds directly benefit the mission and programs of our organization.

Struggling to keep a pet you love? The guide to keeping your pet gathers the help available in one place, from food to veterinary care.

Pet Food & Supplies
Free dog and cat food available every Tuesday & Saturday, 9 AM–1 PM — first come, first served.
 
Animeals Delivery
Monthly food delivery for homebound and elderly citizens who are unable to travel to our shelter.
 
Apply for Animeals
Affordable Vet Care
AAHA-accredited Animal Hospital offering full-service veterinary care and spay/neuter at reasonable costs.
 
How it works
1
Visit or Apply

Walk in Tuesdays or Saturdays for food assistance, or apply for Animals if homebound.

2
Access Vet Services

Schedule a vaccine special (Mon–Thu, $55/pet) or book a full-service appointment at the hospital.

3
Explore All Options

From rehoming assistance to TNVR for feral cats, our team helps you find the right solution.

4
Stay Connected

Sign up for updates, donate supplies, or volunteer to help support other pet owners in need.

Important to know

Pet food distribution is available every Tuesday and Saturday, 9 AM–1 PM on a first-come, first-served basis.

One free bag of dog food and one free bag of cat food per person, per week, due to limited resources.

Animeals recipients must apply and qualify. Contact 813.822.3909 or email charlesh@hstb.org

Vaccine special: $55/pet for rabies and distemper shots. Call Animal Hospital to book: 813.870.3304

Need Help BEfore you surrender?

We’re here to help you explore all your options.

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Still have questions?

Email us at communications@hstb.org, our team is here to help compassion and  understanding.

Still have questions?

Our team is here to help compassion and  understanding.

Your privacy matters

All information is confidential and used solely to help pets in need.

Your privacy matters

All information is confidential and used solely to help pets in need.