TAMPA BAY, Fla. (WFLA) – If you’ve been thinking about getting a furry friend, today would be the perfect time to do it.
Monday marks National Rescue Dog Day, a day that recognizes the benefits of adopting a dog in need of a home.
According to the ASPCA, 3.3 million dogs enter shelters every year.
Here are just a few of the shelters in the Tampa Bay area with pets available for adoption:
Hillsborough County:
Pinellas County:
Pasco County:
Polk County:
Manatee County:
Sarasota County:
Highlands County:
Hernando County:
Citrus County:
No matter their size, color, or breed, dogs will find a way to nuzzle, fetch, or beg their way into your heart.