Are you thinking about a new pet for the holidays? You need not spend a lot of money on this gift: Plenty of cats and dogs are at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay awaiting placement in new homes.

Spice, above, is a "fun-loving and outgoing Jack Russell Terrier mix. She is curious and loves to be at the center of attention," adoption counselor Krissi Cuccia says. Spice recently underwent heartworm treatment and can only have calm leash walks until Nov. 27, Cuccia notes.

Isis, on right, was returned to the shelter when her owners divorced. Cuccia says they hope to find a "forever family who will love and cherish Isis for eternity."

Take a look at the pictures in tampabay.com's Adoptable Pets photo gallery or visit the Humane Society's web site for more information.