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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Tampa, Florida. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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louie

Dachshund Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 4 yrs
Tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
APPROVED APP PENDING If you are interested in this dog PLEASE carefully read the bio on the dog below. If you are a match please submit an adoption application at WWW.GADR.ORG. Incomplete applications will not be processed. We reserve the right to deny any application that is deemed unfit or unsuitable for the dog. Please be aware that our animal adoptions are NOT on a first come- first serve basis. Our sole purpose is to find the best possible home for the dogs that fall under our care. Please be patient our rescue consists of all volunteers. Please don't be upset at us if you're not able to adopt. We do our best. APPROVED APP PENDING We are now accepting applications for this very sweet handsome playful dog named Louie. We rescued this awesome dog after a plea from a citizen to take him that was bringing him to a shelter. Louie was scared and needed our help. Louie is great with all of our fosters dogs and cats in the household. He loves to cuddle, go for walks and run around our fosters yard! Louie is very affectionate and loves to give kisses! He warms up very fast with strangers. He literally loves everyone and will be your shadow. Louie is an active 16lb male about 4 years old Dachshund Jack Russell Terrier or chihuahua chiweenie mix who is neutered up to date on all shots, microchipped and heartworm negative. Please only apply if you are willing to be patient and let him decompress. Louie is a wonderful sweet dog and we want the best home for him. Louie's adoption donation 400.00 Are you the one for Louie? All adoptions include free pet exam, 30 days pet health insurance, dog food, harness, leash and lifetime training tip
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Tucker

Pomeranian

Male, 2 yrs
Tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
If you are interested in this dog PLEASE carefully read the bio on the dog below. If you are a match please submit an adoption application at WWW.GADR.ORG. Incomplete applications will not be processed. We reserve the right to deny any application that is deemed unfit or unsuitable for the dog. Please be aware that our animal adoptions are NOT on a first come- first serve basis. Our sole purpose is to find the best possible home for the dogs that fall under our care. Please be patient our rescue consists of all volunteers. Please don't be upset at us if you're not able to adopt. We do our best. MEET TUCKER! We rescued this sweet boy from a county shelter, where he was very scared and unsure of what was happening. He really needed us! Tucker is an estimated 2-year-old Pomeranian mix who weighs about 16 pounds. He is incredibly cute, absolutely beautiful, and has the energy of a puppy! He’s a very active boy who loves to play, explore, and be part of the action. But underneath all that energy is a very sweet boy who absolutely loves getting pets and affection. He has been wonderful with all of our foster dogs and enjoys having canine friends around. Tucker has had a few accidents so expect a few till he figures it out. Our foster said he is crate trained now. Tucker is an active dog. Tucker is neutered, up to date on all vaccinations, microchipped, vet examined, and heartworm negative. He is ready to find his forever family! Like all Pomeranians, Tucker will need regular grooming. When he was rescued, he had so many painful mats that he had to be shaved. His beautiful coat will grow back, but his new family will need to be committed to keeping him brushed and properly groomed from here on out. We would prefer a home environment for Tucker, rather than one where he is left alone for long hours. An experienced Pomeranian owner would be wonderful, and we think a retiree or work-from-home family could be an especially perfect match for this energetic little guy. Tucker’s adoption donation is $400. Could you be the one Tucker has been waiting for? If you think Tucker might be your perfect match, please consider giving this sweet, handsome boy the forever home he deserves. All adoptions include free pet exam, 30 days pet health insurance, dog food, harness, leash and lifetime training tips.
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Tucker

Pomeranian

Male, Adult
tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Young active beautiful Pomeranian year old boyIf you are interested in this dog PLEASE carefully read the bio on the dog below. If you are a match please submit an adoption application at WWW.GADR.ORG. Incomplete applications will not be processed. We reserve the right to deny any application that is deemed unfit or unsuitable for the dog. Please be aware that our animal adoptions are NOT on a first come- first serve basis. Our sole purpose is to find the best possible home for the dogs that fall under our care. Please be patient our rescue consists of all volunteers. Please don't be upset at us if you're not able to adopt. We do our best. MEET TUCKER!  We rescued this sweet boy from a county shelter, where he was very scared and unsure of what was happening. He really needed us! Tucker is an estimated 2-year-old Pomeranian mix who weighs about 16 pounds. He is incredibly cute, absolutely beautiful, and has the energy of a puppy! He’s a very active boy who loves to play, explore, and be part of the action. But underneath all that energy is a very sweet boy who absolutely loves getting pets and affection.  He has been wonderful with all of our foster dogs and enjoys having canine friends around. We don’t believe Tucker is a fan of cats, so a cat-free home would be best for him. Tucker has had a few accidents so expect a few till he figures it out. Our  foster said he is crate trained now. Tucker is neutered, up to date on all vaccinations, microchipped, vet examined, and heartworm negative. He is ready to find his forever family! Like all Pomeranians, Tucker will need regular grooming. When he was rescued, he had so many painful mats that he had to be shaved. His beautiful coat will grow back, but his new family will need to be committed to keeping him brushed and properly groomed from here on out.  We would prefer a home environment for Tucker, rather than one where he is left alone for long hours. An experienced Pomeranian owner would be wonderful, and we think a retiree or work-from-home family could be an especially perfect match for this energetic little guy. Tucker’s adoption donation is $400. Could you be the one Tucker has been waiting for?  If you think Tucker might be your perfect match, please consider giving this sweet, handsome boy the forever home he deserves.  All adoptions include free pet exam, 30 days pet health insurance, dog food, harness, leash and lifetime training tips.September 9, 2026, 9:26 am
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Louie

Dachshund Chihuahua

Male, Adult
tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
APPROVED APP RCVD !4 yr old 16lb very sweet male dachshund mix  APPROVED APP PENDING If you are interested in this dog PLEASE carefully read the bio on the dog below. If you are a match please submit an adoption application at WWW.GADR.ORG. Incomplete applications will not be processed. We reserve the right to deny any application that is deemed unfit or unsuitable for the dog. Please be aware that our animal adoptions are NOT on a first come- first serve basis. Our sole purpose is to find the best possible home for the dogs that fall under our care. Please be patient our rescue consists of all volunteers. Please don't be upset at us if you're not able to adopt. We do our best. APPROVED APP PENDING   We are now accepting applications for this very sweet handsome playful dog named Louie. We rescued this awesome dog after a plea from a citizen to take him that was bringing him to a shelter. Louie was scared and needed our help. Louie is great with all of our fosters dogs and cats in the household. He loves to cuddle, go for walks and run around our fosters yard! Louie is very affectionate and loves to give kisses! He warms up very fast with strangers. He literally loves everyone and will be your shadow. Louie is an active 16lb male about 4 years old Dachshund Jack Russell Terrier or chihuahua chiweenie mix who is neutered up to date on all shots, microchipped and heartworm negative.  Please only apply if you are willing to be patient and let him decompress. Louie is a wonderful sweet dog and we want the best home for him. Louie's adoption donation 400.00Are you the one for Louie? All adoptions include free pet exam, 30 days pet health insurance, dog food, harness, leash and lifetime training tipsSeptember 9, 2026, 9:26 am
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Granny Franny

Beagle

Female, Senior
Tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.She arrived as Granny. It's a sweet name, but about ten minutes in, it was clear it didn't match the dog. This lady hops. She hops when the harness comes out, because the harness means going somewhere, and going somewhere is her favorite thing in the world. So Granny became Franny, and Franny it is. Her paperwork says 11. Our vet took one look and said he'd be surprised. Whatever her real number, she has not read it. Franny loves to go. She'll lead you to the door, then to the car, then look back to make sure you're coming. But she's just as good at the other half of the day. She loves her time in the backyard, and she loves her time on the couch pressed up against her person. She knows how to play, she knows how to cuddle, she knows how to ask for a belly rub, and she is a deeply enthusiastic eater. She's living with our two dogs, one bigger and one smaller, and she does well with both. She's potty trained, with a couple of accidents her first few days and none since. She taught herself the doggy door. What she wants most is company. Franny can be left alone, she'd just rather not be. She has been a perfect work-from-home companion, happy to sleep at your feet all morning as long as you're there. She's funny, she's sweet, and she is so ready for a family of her own.   Granny Franny is heartworm positive.  She can be adopted during treatment if the adopter is local and able to transport her to her vet visits. Adopters age 65 and over who adopt senior dogs (age 8 and older) pay a special adoption donation of $100.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 11, 2026, 8:28 pm
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Coco Bean

Beagle

Male, Senior
Tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Coco (Coco Bean) is shy gentleman. He is blind in one eye and possibly has limited vision in the other eye. Coco would do best in a home with another dog to help with his confidence.  He is a total sweetheart and is still learning to accept love and affection. He wants to be in the same room with his person, and likes to cuddle and sleep on a pilllow.    When company visits, he hides but quickly warms if they don’t make any sudden moves.   Coco loves to go on walks! In fact, he barks with excitement when he knows it is time to go for a walk. He likes to walk in quieter areas because noises can make him nervous.  With love and patience, Coco will develop a deep bond with a person and give them unconditional love. Won't you give this sweet boy a home?    #AdoptDontShop #SeniorDogsRule#BeagleLove #Fosteringsaveslives Adopters age 65 and over who adopt senior dogs (age 8 and older) pay a special adoption fee of $100.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 11, 2026, 8:28 pm

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Guardian Angel Dog Rescue

Po Box 341401, Tampa, FL 33694

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Big Cat Rescue

P.O. Box 340189, Tampa, FL 33694

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HOPE HELPS ALL

10902 Autumn Oak Place, Tampa, FL 33618

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Until They All Have Homes Animal Rescue

Tampa, FL 33618

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Guardian Angel Dog Rescue

tampa, FL 33618

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Tampa Bay Strays

Tampa, FL 33688

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Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue, Inc.

P.O. Box 271772, Tampa, FL 33688

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National Humane Society Inc

4039 Gunn Hwy, Tampa, FL 33624

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Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions

12707 NorthOakleaf Ave, Tampa, FL 33612

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Small Paws of Tampa

Tampa, FL 33625

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