Find Help for Your Pet
Whether you’re looking to rehome a pet, have found a stray animal, need end-of-life care, or have questions about wildlife, we’re here to help you find the right resources.
SPCA Tampa Bay has compiled this Community Resource Guide to connect you with organizations and services throughout our region.
Please contact providers directly before visiting to confirm their availability, services, requirements, and any applicable fees.
What Do You Need Help With?
Select a topic below to find information, local providers, and available resources.
Surrender or Rehome a Pet
SPCA Tampa Bay does not accept animals surrendered directly from owners. If you need to surrender your pet, the following community partners may be able to assist.
Please contact each organization before bringing an animal. Acceptance is not guaranteed and depends on available space, eligibility, and intake requirements.
Humane Society of Tampa Bay
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay reviews surrender requests based on available space, medical needs, and shelter capacity. If space is available, an appointment may be scheduled. Fees may apply.
Tampa Campus
3607 N. Armenia Avenue, Tampa, FL 33607
Phone: 813-876-7138
Pinellas Campus
3040 State Road 590, Clearwater, FL 33759
Phone: 727-797-7722
Email Humane Society of Tampa Bay
Before contacting: Be prepared to provide photo identification, proof of your current address, and information about your pet’s health and behavior.
Pinellas County Animal Services (PCAS)
PCAS accepts owner surrenders on a case-by-case basis, with limited space available. Stray, sick, and injured animals receive priority.
12450 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33774
Phone: 727-582-2600, option 8
Customer Service Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Call before visiting to discuss your situation and available options.
Rehoming Your Pet Directly
If you can safely care for your pet while searching for a new home, Rehome by Adopt a Pet allows you to create a pet profile and connect with prospective adopters.
This option may help you find a new family for your pet without placing the animal in a shelter.
Lost & Found Pets
Whether you’ve lost a beloved pet or found an animal that may belong to someone else, taking the right steps can help reunite pets with their families.
Lost a Pet?
1. Search your neighborhood
Check your home, yard, and surrounding neighborhood. Ask neighbors to check garages, sheds, and other places where your pet could be hiding.
2. Contact local shelters and animal services
Report your pet missing and check found-animal listings frequently.
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Pinellas County Animal Services
12450 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33774
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Outside Pinellas County, contact animal services in the county where your pet went missing.
3. Report your pet missing online
Upload a clear photo and description, including where and when your pet was last seen, to these lost-pet resources:
4. Spread the word
Post on Nextdoor, local lost-pet Facebook groups, and Neighbors by Ring. Share a photo, the area where your pet went missing, and a way to contact you. Place flyers nearby.
5. Check your pet’s microchip information
If your pet is microchipped, contact the registry to report them missing and confirm your contact information is current.
Found a Pet?
1. Check for identification
If the pet has an ID tag, call and text the number listed. Take the pet to a local veterinary office or animal shelter to have them scanned for a microchip.
2. Check the neighborhood
Ask neighbors and people nearby whether they recognize the pet or know who the owner is.
3. Search and post online
Create a found-pet report with a clear photo, description, and the location where the animal was found.
Helpful resources include:
4. Post on social media
Share information on Nextdoor, local lost-pet Facebook groups, and Neighbors by Ring. Ask anyone claiming the pet to provide proof of ownership.
If You Cannot Locate the Owner
In Pinellas County:
Contact Pinellas County Animal Services before bringing the animal to the shelter.
Pinellas County Animal Services
12450 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33774
Phone: 727-582-2600
Outside Pinellas County:
Contact the animal services department or sheriff’s office in the county where the animal was found.
If Pinellas County Animal Services Is Closed
If you’ve found a stray animal outside PCAS operating hours, follow these steps:
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If the animal is healthy: Hold the stray until PCAS reopens, if you can safely do so.
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If the animal is sick or injured: Take the animal to VEG Clearwater, VEG St. Pete, or Tampa Bay Veterinary Emergency Specialists. Contact the provider before traveling.
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For a healthy stray: The Humane Society of Tampa Bay Pinellas Campus may assist with stray intake when PCAS is closed, depending on available space. Call 727-797-7722 before visiting.
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For after-hours assistance: Call PCAS at 727-582-2600, option 4. The answering service can contact the standby officer for guidance.
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If you cannot safely contain the animal: Law enforcement may be able to respond and has access to PCAS’s outdoor holding area.
Pet Euthanasia & Cremation
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is never easy. If you are facing a difficult end-of-life decision, the following resources can help you find compassionate care and support.
Pet Euthanasia
SPCA Tampa Bay does not provides owner-requested euthanasia services.
If you believe euthanasia may be the most humane option for your pet, contact your veterinarian to discuss your pet’s needs and available options.
If your pet is suffering and requires immediate attention, please contact an emergency veterinary hospital.
When the time comes to say goodbye, your pet deserves the same dignity, respect, and personal care they gave your family every day.
SPCA Tampa Bay has partnered with Pet Passages of Largo to make compassionate aftercare simple and clear.
9070 130th Avenue N., Largo, FL
Phone: 727-518-0147
Visit SCPA Tampa Bay Partner Website
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay may offer a lower-cost euthanasia option. Contact their team to discuss services, current fees, and appointment requirements.
Tampa Campus
3607 N. Armenia Avenue, Tampa, FL 33607
Phone: 813-876-7138
Pinellas Campus
3040 State Road 590, Clearwater, FL 33759
Phone: 727-797-7722
Email: intake@hstb.org
Pinellas County Animal Services
12450 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33774
Phone: 727-582-2600, option 8
Customer Service Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Contact PCAS to discuss your situation and ask about available assistance, eligibility, and next steps.
Pet Cremation Services
Pet Passages provides cremation services to help families honor and remember their beloved pets. Contact Pet Passages directly to learn about available cremation options, pricing, and arrangements.
9070 130th Avenue N., Largo, FL
Phone: 727-518-0147
SPCA Tampa Bay Aftercare Page
Wildlife Assistance
SPCA Tampa Bay’s wildlife program is currently paused, and we are not accepting wildlife at this time.
If you find an injured, orphaned, or displaced wild animal, please contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator for guidance before attempting to handle or transport the animal.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission provides information and resources to help residents locate licensed wildlife rehabilitators and determine the appropriate next steps.
Click here to find a licensed wildlife rehabilitator
Phone: 850-488-4676
Before transporting wildlife, contact the rehabilitator directly to confirm they accept the species and have space available.
What to Do If You Find Wildlife
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Keep your distance. Avoid handling wildlife unless directed by a qualified professional.
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Keep children and pets away. Give the animal space and minimize unnecessary stress.
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Do not assume a young animal is orphaned. Many young wild animals are left alone temporarily while their parents search for food.
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Contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. Seek guidance before moving or transporting an animal.
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Confirm availability. Not all rehabilitators accept every species, and space may be limited.
If you are unsure whether an animal needs assistance, contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator for guidance before intervening.