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My name is Sprite!

Posted 1 month ago | Updated 16 hours ago

My basic info

Breed
Beagle
Color
Tricolor (Tan/Brown & Black & White)
Age
Adult
Size
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
21871737

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.

Sprite is still searching for her forever home…

After spending three months in her foster home, this is what we know about Sprite

To adopt Sprite, you must have….

1.)     At least one woman in the house 

2.)     A fenced-in backyard

3.)     Stable, consistent routine

4.)     Preferably not crated all day

5.)     Would like a dog friend, but not required

After watching Sprite’s mannerisms and interaction with people, and with the help of veterinarians who attended to Sprite, it has been suggested that Sprite was tested on in a laboratory.  It seems whoever tested on her was primarily men. When her foster mom comes to her crate to feed her, she is joyous and welcomes her.  When Sprite’s foster dad comes to her crate, she cowers and sits the furthest back as she can. We believe crating her all day with only a man coming to let her out will remind her of our trauma.  

Sprite pees in place whenever you put her harnesses on her, so taking her on walks is a messy situation. Once her harness and leash are on, she will not walk; she will plant herself and cower in place. She will have lots of accidents in the house if she does not have a fenced-in backyard. 

Sprite sleeps in a crate at night, and when her foster family runs errands, there has been little to no barking. If you approach Sprite, there is a chance she will pee in place, but if she approaches you, she would love cuddles and pets. Sprite is young and has energy to get out, so she loves to run and play with other dogs. However, she is terrified of loud noises, so we don’t think a home with kids would be good for her. She gets scared when the ice dispenser dispenses ice. 

She is starting to approach the male human in the house, and she is letting him pet her. There is never any aggression; her defense mechanism is peeing on you if you pick her up. 

Sprite needs time and patience in a loving home. Are you the right home for Sprite?





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January 12, 2026, 1:44 pm
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Contact info

Pet ID
21871737
Contact
Phone
Address
P.O. Box 271772, Tampa, FL 33688

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Steps to adopt a beagle from Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue:

Read about the beagle breed to be sure this dog matches your lifestyle and personality. While we think beagles are terrific dogs, we know that no one breed is perfect for every single family. Many people adopt or purchase beagles because they are small and friendly without ever finding out more about the breed. We encourage anyone who is considering adding a beagle to their family to learn all they can about these stubborn, playful hounds!
Submit an on-line application. Just fill out the application on-line and we will automatically be notified. If you need to, you can save your application and finish it later.
Choose to receive information from us. In your settings, you have the option to receive emails and regular mail from us. Click these options to receive updates about dogs available for adoption and upcoming events such as adoption days, special activities and fundraising events.
Approval of the application is based on phone interviews and a reference & Vet check. It usually takes us 7-10 days to approve an application, but when we are very busy, it can take a little longer. Thanks for your patience!
Visit with the beagles! After you are approved, you can visit with the dogs at adoption events, usually scheduled once or twice a month. Adoption events are open to the public, but only preapproved applicants will be able to adopt the same day. (We recommend submitting the application at least 10 days in advance to ensure it is approved in time.)

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Please vist http://www.tampabaybeaglerescue.org/info/events
for a list of our upcoming events.

More about this rescue

Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue, Inc., is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating abused and neglected Beagles so that they can find permanent, loving homes.

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