Tampa Bay area pets available for adoption

Pesto (Pasco)

Pesto is a 3-year-old female dog of unknown breed. She knows the sit, down, shake, stay and come commands. She also walks well on a leash and takes treats gently. Pesto keeps her kennel clean, so she may be easily house-trained. She participates in playgroups, preferring dogs that are gentle like she is. She’s sweet, but not much of a snuggler. For more information, call Pasco County Animal Services at 813-929-1212.

No rough housing for Pesto. She prefers to play with gentle dogs. [ Pasco County Animal Services ]

Laney (Pinellas)

Laney is a 2-year-old female dog of unknown breed. She had three puppies who have been adopted, and now it’s her turn. She is sweet and gets along well with everyone. She would do best in a home with another dog because she prefers a play buddy. For more information, go to fluffanimalrescue.org.

Laney would make a good second dog because she prefers to have a play buddy. [ Fluff Animal Rescue ]

Dot (Hillsborough)

Dot is an 11-month-old female Plott Hound mix. She is very sweet and likes to cuddle and give kisses. Dot likes to play and gets along well with other dogs. She loves water and swims well. She is both house- and crate-trained. For more information, go to pawprinthearts.com.

Dot is quite the water baby and loves to swim. [ Paw Print Hearts ]

Aurora (Hernando)

Aurora is a blue female American Staffordshire terrier mix of unknown age. She was dumped from a car and abandoned in a parking lot. She is friendly and sweet and does well with children and other dogs. However, she doesn’t get along with cats. Aurora loves treats and playtime. For information, call Hernando County Animal Services at 352-796-5062.

Aurora loves to play. [ Hernando County Animal Services ]

Tahoe (Manatee)

Tahoe is a 2-year-old female mixed-breed dog. She is calm, loving and likes to have fun. She will be the perfect companion for someone with an active lifestyle. Tahoe gets along well with other dogs, likes to play and does well at the dog park. She is gentle, affectionate and would do best in a household with older children. For more information, email adoptions@mymanatee.org.