Adoption process, types, and fees
You can adopt dogs and cats at the Pet Resource Center in Tampa from 10 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Saturday. Please contact us at (813) 301-PETS (7387) if you have any questions.
Learn more about ADOPT with the ADOPT Tutorial Video
Adoption process
- All adoptions and pre-adoptions must be done in person during shelter operation hours; Monday through Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM
- Adoptions are prioritized on first-come basis for all available pets
- Visit PRC’s online kennel. All the notes on every animal are kept up-to-date so, whether in person or online, adopters can learn everything on hand about the pet
Fees and pricing
Visit the Pet Resources Fees page to see the fee schedule.
Types of adoptions
We offer two types of adoptions.
Ready-to-go adoptions
Animals which have completed their "Stray Hold" time and have been spayed/neutered and fully vaccinated are considered "ready-to-go." Any animal in a "ready-to-go" status can go home with you today. All "ready-to-go" adoptions are $20, unless otherwise noted.
Pre-adoptions
Animals that are on their hold period that are still waiting to be provided with veterinary services are available for early adoption, but cannot be released to the adopter until the necessary vaccinations and procedures have been administered. We can’t hold or reserve any animal outside of the early adoption process. Any animal in a "ready-to-go" status can go home with you today for $20, **unless otherwise noted. Pre-adoption prices do not include the $20 rabies license fee.
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