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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.
We'll also keep you updated on Scooter's adoption status with email updates.
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Scooter

Pomeranian

Male, 11 yrs
Tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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. We are now accepting applications for this sweet handsome playful senior named Scooter. We rescued this awesome dog after a plea from a citizen to take him after wandering a neighborhood for days  Scooter was scared and needed our help. Scooter is an active senior and is very sweet Our foster said Scooter is housetrained may mark first day. Scooter 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! Scooter has a thick beautiful coat and is very affectionate. When we rescued Scooter he needed a dental and now has nice white teeth! Scooter is a young male 11 year old Pomeranian. He weighs about 14 lbs. He is neutered, up to date on all his shots, heartworm flea preventatives, dewormed and microchipped! Had a complete dental! Please only apply if you are willing to be patient and let him decompress. Pomeranians require dog grooming and previous Pomeranian ownership is a plus. Scooter is a wonderful sweet dog.   Scooter's adoption donation is only 400.00 Are you the one for Scooter? All adoptions include 30 days pet health insurance, dog food, harness, leash and lifetime training tips
We'll also keep you updated on Daisy Mae ADOPTED's adoption status with email updates.
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Daisy Mae ADOPTED

Chihuahua

Female, 4 yrs 3 mos
Tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
SORRY DAISY WAS ADOPTED 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. SORRY DAISY WAS ADOPTED We are now accepting applications for our sweet girl Daisy Mae. She has quite a story and has been through so much. We received an urgent plea from a county shelter to save her. Poor Daisy was a stray in a neighborhood for weeks and the saddest part is she was born with luxating patella's aka her knees were out of the joint. It was so painful to watch her even walk when we rescued her. The fact this scared dog was a stray with this deformity broke our heart. Fast forward to today our rescue paid to have her surgery done and it was a success. Daisy is doing great is no and is no pain anymore and very happy Daisy is nervous at first and is a typical chihuahua, fearful at first and then strongly protective and loving. Daisy loves to cuddle on our extra large pet bed we have. She is healthy and loves our foster dad dearly. We are looking for that special perfect family with a fenced in yard and love and empathy for our girl Daisy to give her a forever home. Daisy is estimated to be about 3 years and is 14lb. Daisy is a female tri color chihuahua mix. She is spayed, up to date on all her shots, heartworm flea preventatives, dewormed and microchipped!  Please only apply if you are willing to be patient and let her decompress. Daisy is the definition of perseverance and hope. We love her so much and we know you'll love her too Daisy is housetrained and great with dogs and cats. Daisy's adoption donation is only 300.00! Are you the one for Daisy Mae? All adoptions include 30 days pet health insurance, dog food, harness, leash and lifetime training tips
We'll also keep you updated on Scooter's adoption status with email updates.
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Scooter

Pomeranian

Male, 11 yrs
Tampa, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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. We are now accepting applications for this sweet handsome playful senior named Scooter. We rescued this awesome dog after a plea from a citizen to take him after wandering a neighborhood for days  Scooter was scared and needed our help. Scooter is an active senior and is very sweet Our foster said Scooter is housetrained may mark first day. Scooter 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! Scooter has a thick beautiful coat and is very affectionate. When we rescued Scooter he needed a dental and now has nice white teeth! Scooter is a young male 11 year old Pomeranian. He weighs about 14 lbs. He is neutered, up to date on all his shots, heartworm flea preventatives, dewormed and microchipped! Had a complete dental! Please only apply if you are willing to be patient and let him decompress. Pomeranians require dog grooming and previous Pomeranian ownership is a plus. Scooter is a wonderful sweet dog.   Scooter's adoption donation is only 400.00 Are you the one for Scooter? All adoptions include 30 days pet health insurance, dog food, harness, leash and lifetime training tips
We'll also keep you updated on Daisy ADOPTED's adoption status with email updates.
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Daisy ADOPTED

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
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
Sweet 3 yr old 12 lb female chihuahuaSORRY DAISY WAS ADOPTED 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. SORRY DAISY WAS ADOPTED! We are now accepting applications for our sweet girl Daisy Mae. She has quite a story and has been through so much. We received an urgent plea from a county shelter to save her. Poor Daisy was a stray in a neighborhood for weeks and the saddest part is she was born with luxating patella's aka her knees were out of the joint. It was so painful to watch her even walk when we rescued her. The fact this scared dog was a stray with this deformity broke our heart. Fast forward to today our rescue paid to have her surgery done and it was a success. Daisy is doing great and  is no more pain anymore and very happy Daisy is nervous at first and is a typical chihuahua, fearful at first and then strongly protective and loving. Daisy loves to cuddle on our extra large pet bed we have. She is healthy and loves our foster dad dearly. We are looking for that special perfect family with a fenced in yard and love and empathy for our girl Daisy to give her a forever home. Daisy is estimated to be about 3 years and is 14lb. Daisy is a female tri color chihuahua mix. She is spayed, up to date on all her shots, heartworm flea preventatives, dewormed and microchipped!  Please only apply if you are willing to be patient and let her decompress. Daisy is the definition of perseverance and hope. We love her so much and we know you'll love her too Daisy is housetrained and great with dogs and cats. SORRY DAISY WAS ADOPTED Daisy's adoption donation is only 300.00! Are you the one for Daisy Mae? All adoptions include 30 days pet health insurance, dog food, harness, leash and lifetime training tipsMay 8, 2025, 11:25 am
We'll also keep you updated on Scooter's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Scooter

Scooter

Pomeranian

Male, Senior
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
11 year old 14lb sweet male senior PomeranianIf 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. We are now accepting applications for this sweet handsome playful senior named Scooter. We rescued this awesome dog after a plea from a citizen to take him after wandering a neighborhood for days  Scooter was scared and needed our help. Scooter is an active senior and is very sweet Our foster said Scooter is housetrained may mark first day. Scooter 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! Scooter has a thick beautiful coat and is very affectionate. When we rescued Scooter he needed a dental and now has nice white teeth! Scooter is a young male 11 year old Pomeranian. He weighs about 14 lbs. He is neutered, up to date on all his shots, heartworm flea preventatives, dewormed and microchipped! Had a complete dental! Please only apply if you are willing to be patient and let him decompress. Pomeranians require dog grooming and previous Pomeranian ownership is a plus. Scooter is a wonderful sweet dog.   Scooter's adoption donation is only 400.00 Are you the one for Scooter? All adoptions include 30 days pet health insurance, dog food, harness, leash and lifetime training tipsFebruary 17, 2026, 3:46 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Chipmunk's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Chipmunk

Chipmunk

Beagle

Male, Adult
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.Chipmunk is a 3 year old beagle boy.  He plays very well with other dogs.  He is  openly friendly with everyone. Eats anything except plain sweet potato.  He is improving on his leash walks but is so curious!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.January 31, 2026, 8:17 pm

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Big Cat Rescue

P.O. Box 340189, Tampa, FL 33694

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Guardian Angel Dog Rescue

Po Box 341401, Tampa, FL 33694

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Guardian Angel Dog Rescue

tampa, FL 33618

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Until They All Have Homes Animal Rescue

Tampa, FL 33618

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HOPE HELPS ALL

10902 Autumn Oak Place, Tampa, FL 33618

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Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue, Inc.

P.O. Box 271772, Tampa, FL 33688

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Tampa Bay Strays

Tampa, FL 33688

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National Humane Society Inc

4039 Gunn Hwy, Tampa, FL 33624

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Pit Stop Bully's Rescue

PO Box 270825, Tampa, FL 33682

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Rags to Riches animal rescue

Tampa, FL 33612

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