Found a stray animal or pet? You can report it here.
If you have found an animal in your neighborhood, it most likely lives nearby. Before reporting a stray, take steps listed on the Lost & Found Pet FAQs page to see if you can help the pet get back home safely.
Things to know
- We handle emergencies, such as severely injured pets, as quickly as possible
- All other shelter intake of stray pets are first come, first served
- Wait times will vary and can be up upwards of 2 hours during busy days
- Owner surrenders are handled by appointment only with PRC's Pet Support Team
- Before surrendering you must contact one of our Pet Support team members at petsupportteam@HCFL.gov or (813) 273-3738
How to report a stray animal
To report a stray animal, do one of the following:
- Fill out our online form
- Email Animal Control
- Call Animal Control at (813) 744-5660
- For injured, orphaned, and nuisance wildlife, please contact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for assistance
Get help
Department: Code Enforcement
Email: AnimalControl@HCFL.gov
Phone: (813) 744-5660