Dogs for Adoption in Pinellas County, FL: 6 Dogs Looking for a Home
8 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 2 rescues and shelters in Pinellas County. Here are 6 of the newest arrivals, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the dogs up for adoption in Pinellas County, 1 puppy, 4 young dogs and 3 adults. The breeds you'll see most are German Shepherd and Poodle, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Zena
New, check back for more info
If interested in this dog, please email Lenore, darkrain1234@gmail.com for an application.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
2. Napoleon II
Napoleon II's family bought him as a puppy from a pet shop. They took excellent care of him and showered him with love, perhaps too much and as he got older, he became a bit of an unruly, spoiled brat. They took him to a trainer who had him for two weeks. Unfortunately, that was not enough time for him and he did not really show any improvement. A couple of months ago, they decided that they needed to hire another trainer and they were recommended to a very experienced trainer who has been working with him and he is now ready to go to his forever home. It was heart wrenching for his owners to come to the decision to let him go as they did not feel that they were the right home for Napoleon II. They have a very active and busy life and it is not the lifestyle that would suit him best. They want to be fair to him and they want him to be in the right home and situation for a happy life.
Read more about Napoleon II
Napoleon's trainer describes him as a "solid citizen" who although only five years old, would like a quiet life by his owner's side. While he enjoys affection, he is not a lap dog. He will come to you for affection but when he is done, he will move away to be in his space. He is totally potty trained and enjoys going on walks, he knows commands like sit, down, stay. He entertains himself playing with his toys. He is a good passenger in the car, he is good at the vet and getting groomed. He does well with other dogs but he is not necessarily interested in being part of a pack or having a partner. Napoleon is not recommended for families with children.
Anyone interested in Napoleon will meet with the trainer located in Brooksville to make sure it's the right fit.
- House-trained
3. Willow
MEET "WILLOW"
She is a Beautiful, Gentle Female Looking for Her Forever Home.
WILLOW is a lovely 15-month-old Bernedoodle with a calm, affectionate nature and a wonderful start on the skills that make a terrific companion. She is beautiful inside and out: sweet, smart, eager to please, and very easy to love.
She is fully potty trained,
rides nicely in the car, walks politely on a leash and gets along beautifully with other dogs of all sizes and with children. In her foster home, she is also accustomed to living peacefully with two parrots, showing just how adaptable and gentle she can be.
Read more about Willow
Willow is 25” tall and weighs 55 lbs. She is located in Boca Raton. She requires a fenced yard and an active family.
If you are looking for a devoted, well-mannered young dog with a calm temperament and lots of love to give, WILLOW may be your perfect match.
If you are interested in making her a part of your family, please complete an adoption application online. https://www.floridapoodlerescue.org/adoption-application/
Allow 30 minutes to complete the application. Please note that it does not save information. So, if you get half-way and you turn your computer off, you must start over..
If you are not interested in adopting, please share this post so this adorable girl can find her forever home!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
4. Max
Courtesy Post for Owner. Meet Max: The Low-Maintenance GSD You’ve Been Waiting For!
If you love the German Shepherd look but aren’t looking for a high-strung working dog, Max is your guy. At 4-5 years old, Max has officially mastered the art of "chilling."
Personality: Sweet, loving, and a professional snuggler.
Behavior: Non-destructive and trustworthy at home.
The Bonus: He’s a "velcro dog" who stays right by your side.
Max should be an only pet. He was a blank slate, has had some training, and is ready for a family. If you want a loyal companion who is as easygoing as he is handsome, Max is ready to meet you!
Read more about Max
If interested in this dog, please email Lenore, darkrain1234@gmail.com for an application.
Courtesy Post for Owner. Meet Max: The Low-Maintenance GSD You’ve Been Waiting For! If you love the German Shepherd look but aren’t looking for a high-strung working dog, Max is your guy. At 4-5 years old, Max has officially mastered the art of "chilling." Personality: Sweet, loving, and a professional snuggler. Behavior: Non-destructive and trustworthy at home. The Bonus: He’s a "velcro dog" who stays right by your side. Max should be an only pet. Max was a blank slate, has had some training, and ready for a family. If you want a loyal companion who is as easygoing as he is handsome, Max is ready to meet you! If interested in this dog, please email Lenore, darkrain1234@gmail.com for an application.
- No cats
- House-trained
5. Max
MAX SAYS ADOPT ME!
The adorable Max just turned one year old (born 10/10/2025) and weighs 10.5 lbs. He is a light apricot miniature Poodle. He was surrendered through no fault of his own. His owners were not prepared to raise a puppy, and they were not able to give him the attention and care he needed. He's located in Tampa, FL.
On initial meeting with his foster dad he was cautious and appeared fearful. He even growled and snapped at his foster dad. After leaving him alone for about 5 minutes he was approaching the foster dad and looking for attention.
After about 15 minutes, he started jumping into his foster's lap demanding attention.
Read more about Max
He's turned out to be a cuddly boy with both his foster mom and dad.
He loves to play in the yard, by himself or with the other dogs in the family. He sometimes gets a little rough with play, but that's just puppy behavior.
Max will sleep in a crate, but it needs to be in the room with his people. He walks well on a leash and is learning to heel.
If you are interested in making him a part of your family, please complete an adoption application online. https://www.floridapoodlerescue.org/adoption-application/
Allow 30 minutes to complete the application, it doesn't save information if you get half way, turn the computer off and expect to return to finish the application.
If you are not interested in adopting, please share this post so this adorable boy can find his forever home!
- Good with dogs
6. Max
Courtesy Post for Owner.
Meet Max: The Low-Maintenance GSD You’ve Been Waiting For!
If you love the German Shepherd look but aren’t looking for a high-strung working dog, Max is your guy. At 4-5 years old, Max has officially mastered the art of "chilling."
Personality: Sweet, loving, and a professional snuggler.
Behavior: Non-destructive and trustworthy at home.
The Bonus: He’s a "velcro dog" who stays right by your side.
Max should be an only pet.
Max was a blank slate, has had some training, and ready for a family. If you want a loyal companion who is as easygoing as he is handsome, Max is ready to meet you!
Read more about Max
If interested in this dog, please email Lenore, darkrain1234@gmail.com for an application.
- Good with kids
- Only dog
- No cats
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near Pinellas County
The rescues with the most dogs listed in Pinellas County.
- Florida Poodle RescueSt Petersburg, FL · 4 dogs
How to adopt from Florida Poodle Rescue
You must be at least 21 years of age and living on your own. All current pets in your home MUST be spayed/neutered. The only exception is if they are currently being shown in the conformation ring or health issues preclude this surgery. Verification will be required. All current pets in your home MUST be up to date on vaccinations and be maintained on monthly heartworm preventative. We will call your vet to verify this information. We do not adopt out dogs as gifts or surprises! Absolutely no exceptions. If you rent, you must provide your landlord's name, address and phone number. We will verify with your landlord that you are allowed to have a dog. Applicants are willing to spend $45 (Toys & Minis) to $100 (Standards) every 5-8 weeks for grooming. Applicants are willing to make a lifelong commitment to love and care for their adopted dog. All applicants are willing to have a volunteer check their references, and do a home visit.
- Tampabay German Shepherd RescuePalm Harbor, FL · 4 dogs
Cities and towns in Pinellas County
- St. Petersburg 59
- Clearwater 61
- Largo 59
- Palm Harbor 61
- Pinellas Park 59
- Dunedin 61
- East Lake 61
- Tarpon Springs 61
- Lealman 59
- Seminole 59
- Safety Harbor 61
- West Lealman 59
- Oldsmar 61
- Gulfport 59
- Bardmoor 59
- St. Pete Beach 59
- Treasure Island 59
- South Pasadena 59
- South Highpoint 59
- Kenneth City 59
- Belleair 59
- Madeira Beach 59
- Tierra Verde 59
- Indian Rocks Beach 59
- Feather Sound 59
- Bay Pines 59
- Harbor Bluffs 59
- Ridgecrest 59
- Greenbriar 61
- Belleair Bluffs 59
- Redington Shores 59
- Belleair Beach 59
- North Redington Beach 59
- Redington Beach 59
- Indian Shores 59
- Belleair Shore 59
Adopting a dog in Pinellas County
Most rescues ask you to fill in an application, meet the dog, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip. Many are foster-based, so you'll often meet your dog in a volunteer's home rather than a shelter.
Puppies go quickly, so if you've fallen for one, contact the rescue soon. Ask how big they're expected to grow, and plan for plenty of house-training and training in the first few months.
Questions about adopting a dog in Pinellas County
How many dogs are up for adoption in Pinellas County?
As of November 4, 2026, 8 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption in Pinellas County, Florida, by 2 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Pinellas County?
The rescues with the most dogs near Pinellas County right now are Florida Poodle Rescue (St Petersburg, FL) and Tampabay German Shepherd Rescue (Palm Harbor, FL). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Pinellas County?
Yes. 1 puppy is up for adoption in Pinellas County.
How do I adopt a dog in Pinellas County?
Pick a dog and contact the rescue or shelter looking after them. Most ask you to fill in an application, meet the dog, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.
