Optimized Health and Wellness

08/21/2024

UPDATE Wi******er is with Lost Ball Canine Rescue direct pledges to this rescue ONLY attn Jaimie Lou Fleming

He left the shelter to an out of state rescue. We cannot confirm where he is going to land. Until we can verify do not honor pledges we will post a link! Do not honor until we post the link. Thanks

8-27-24 Wi******er is pre adopted!!!! We will update when he leaves. Thanks so much for sharing

Still there, now on euth for 8-27-24. Please keep sharing!

Last call for Wi******er. He is on the euth list for space. The official term is kennel stress but the shelter is full. He is on the euth list for 8-26-24 if you can help him please email rescuemetampa@yahoo.com and rescuepets@hillsboroughcounty.org

Read this boys notes. He needs to be an only dog or adopted by an experienced owner who has time to allow him to decompress and slow proper training how to behave like a dog. He is very good with humans! Read his awesome notes!!!

15-AUG-24 - Foster - 08/15/24 17:09 Adventure Tail: Wi******er was a 10/10 passenger, who quietly laid in the back seat enjoying the cool A/C and the quiet contemplation of an afternoon unbothered by the noise of barking neighbors. In fact, this pup didn’t bark once during our day together. We began at Armature Works and took a short stroll along the Riverwalk. Wi******er walked on a leash like a champ, stopping to smell every plant along the way to savor this new experience. Next, we headed to Health Mutt where Winnie picked out his new toy - a bright squeaky turtle of his own! Then we had lunch at at outdoor bar where we shared sandwich bread. Wi******er loves attention and wanted to make friends with every person he met, soliciting pets and curiously approaching anyone who walked by. He was curious about other dogs along our walks but we kept distance on leash. To reward Mr. Wi******er for being the goodest boy today, we stopped at Bo’s Ice Cream for a cup of vanilla soft serve topped with mini milkbones! To say he enjoyed it is an understatement. On our way back to the shelter, Winnie nestled into the back seat and tried for a nap but he was just too excited to snooze! Wi******er would be a great companion for anyone looking for a young and energetic pup. He is eager to please and even began responding to basic commands like 'Sit' during our brief time together. With proper time and training I think he would thrive!

He is listed as a 2 year old mix. He is HW negative and weighs 45lbs.

08/15/24 17:35 Wi******er was standing at the door and pawing while being leashed. He walked with a heavy pull to the yard. He immediately picked up a toy and carried it around the entire time in the yard. He only dropped it to pick up a different toy or spend time chewing on it. He mostly stayed to himself but briefly solicited for attention once and allowed petting. When he saw dogs or people outside the yard, he approached with wagging tail. When CR began walking to the gate to leave the yard, Wi******er dropped the toy and started jumping up on CR and air snapping. CR ignored him and it took a couple seconds for him to stop. He walked with a heavy pull towards the kennels when returning and was easy to unleash.

grass, climbing, and sniffing in the tall plants. He’d come up briefly for a pet and treat; then off again to play. He enjoyed cuddling up for pets and tummy rubs between his explorations. He walked well back to his kennel.

07/12/24 Note from volunteer- Wi******er (A2387335) walked without pulling on a long walk with me, then to the play yard. He enjoyed chasing a toy, usually bringing it back and dropping it near me; then coming to me for a treat. Other times, he would just run playfully with it, trying to get me to chase. He was calm taking treats and would run up to me to lean on me for pets when I knelt. He had a puppy-like nature and was gentle with his play style. He walked calmly beside me, exploring wherever he chose as we returned.

06/21/24 14:50 Wi******er greeted staff at kennel with loose, relaxed body posture. He was easy to leash and pulled mildly while walking but ignored other dogs. Once in the yard he immediately greeted citizens with the same relaxed body posture. He spent the entire meet and greet running back and forth between the citizens, soliciting attention. He played fetch with a ball that he carried back to his kennel. No issues walking him back or unleashing h

A2387335

07/25/2024

SAFE with Animal Luvrs Dream Rescue TY!!! Please make your pledges to them and only them!!

CLAUDE A2399018 - URGENT RESCUE PLEA

Email rescuepets@HillsboroughCounty.org cc rescuemetampa@yahoo.com

Request for Assistance

Claude is a sweet, 3-year-old, intact male, 8.2lbs, HW neg pup who was found with a hole & infection on the left side of his face. An abscess has ruptured under his left eye. There is a deep laceration on left side of face under eye with severe swelling & exposed tooth /alveolar bone, too painful to examine /palpate. Suspect chronic tooth root abscess. Recommend extraction of 208-209, closing wound, & cryptorchid neuter . If you can help Claude, please let us know.

07/22/24 12:53 Found near a park in Plant City by a Good Samaritan. He was friendly to everyone he has met but hasn’t eaten much in their care due to the severe injuries to his face and mouth.

Please email ASAP

07/25/2024

07/25/2024

PULLED by FL Rottweiler Rescue Ranch TY!!!

URGENT Final Plea Deadline TODAY 7/20 at 5pm or he will be EUTHANIZED, RESCUE ONLY

EMAIL rescuepets@HillsboroughCounty.org cc rescuemetampa@yahoo.com

Carlo was noted to be declining with elevated respiratory effort by our medical team this afternoon. He will need further assistance from a rescue as soon as possible and likely ER visitation. Carlo will need a rescue commitment by 5pm today.

URGENT 5PM DEADLINE 7-20-24 REACUE ONLY

Carlo is 4 years old, intact male, 71lbs, HW positive, who was acquired due to a confiscation. Nice dog and has been He is a typical Shep!!!! He is not kenneling well, it’s so hot in the characterized by pacing, constantly panting, and ears held back. If you can help Carlo, please let us know.

07/02/24 Carlo was easy to leash, walk, and unleash. He greeted a dog in a neighboring yard with loose body posture and wagging tail.

06/21/24 15:25: Dog showed positive body language when approaching kennel and leashing. Dog was very high energy but tail wagging. Leashed and taken from kennel easily. Dog pulled on the leash but was tail wagging the whole time with head up showing positive body language. Dog is very alert and curious but allowed all handling and pets. Dog easily allowed walker to place back into kennel and remove lead.

05/03/24 16:12 Carlo was brought out for examination. Carlo had loose body language with wagging tail and was easy to leash in kennel. Carlo pulled slightly on the leash but responded well to an upbeat tone of voice and returned to handler (DVM). Carlo was muzzled for examination/blood draw as a precaution but did not growl, raise lips, nor show any other escalation of FAS throughout examination. Carlo allowed his blood to be taken easily. Carlo solicited petting by raising his head into the hand of the DVM and CVT and leaned his body against DVM and technician. When returning to kennel, Carlo stopped in front and did not enter initially. Technician walked to the other side of the kennel and called Carlo in an upbeat tone of voice who then entered kennel willingly. Carlo's leash was easily removed.

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07/25/2024

In this week's edition of "Adopt Don't Shop," meet our candy girl, Wonka 🍫

Rescued by , Wonka came to us in May after nurturing a litter of kittens. She truly embodies sweetness and love. She also delights in playing with other cats and adores a good butt scratch!
At 2 years and 4 months old, Wonka is a well-rounded, affectionate cat who deserves a loving home with a family as sweet as she is.
Ready to make your life a little sweeter? Adopt Wonka at animalluvrs.org.

07/25/2024

OUR SWEET SENIOR DIAMOND died today ALONE in her kennel. We are devastated!!! Rip sweet girl, we will see you again.

DIAMOND A2389706 came in as a surrender to Animal Control in the field in June. She is now PRE ADOPTABLE and ready for a forever home.

Email rescuepets@HillsboroughCounty.org cc rescuemetampa@yahoo.com

Diamond is listed as a 12 year old Pitty who weighs only 37lbs. IN OUR OPINION, She belongs on a couch, in a home with a family. To top it off, She is still intact so will need to be spayed, the Seniors like her always break our heart!!!

PER NOTES

07/16/24 09:20 per volunteer Diamond (A2389706) was easy to leash, walking quietly beside me and ignoring dogs. She was curious of toys, doing a little dance at times when I squeaked them. She sniffed and explored the yard and came up to sit for pets and gently take treats. She was very curious in the garden, sniffing intently, going into the planters in the tall grass and climbing to the top of the waterfall. She enjoyed pets all over; especially ear rubs. She walked close beside me back to her kennel

20-JUN-24 - Behavior - 06/20/24 16:40 Diamond came had loose body and wagging tail while being leashed. She walked well to the yard. In the yard, she sniffed CRs hand and allowed the leash to be removed. She sniffed the yard and relieved herself then went to the gate and began pawing at the door. She was leashed without issue and walked well back to the kennel. CR had no issues removing the leash and she ate a treat afterwards. -CR

18-JUN-24 - Behavior - 06/18/24 17:19 Diamond stood up at the kennel door with low wagging tail upon approach. She was easily leashed and walked on loose leash. When attempting to remove the leash, Diamond flinched away so it was left on. She walked around the yard with neutral body posture. She allowed JS to pet her on the back with the leash and briefly with their hand. She was easy to return to the kennel. When petting her neck with the leash in the kennel, she slightly moved away. JS was able to remove the leash without issue. -CR

Please consider a Senior when looking to ADOPT. If interested in Diamond she is in kennel A14.

07/25/2024

UPDATE we visited Marion County Animal Services and our sweet boy RAMBO is there we will be making a separate post!!!!

TRANSFERRED to rescue, no further notes.

RETURNED SAME DAY, no notes as to why.

*** Adopted (again) on 9-21-24 in an adoption promotion

Email rescuemetampa@yahoo.com and rescuepets@hillsboroughcounty.org to please help this dog.

Poor Rambo! He was dumped at the shelter with a rope tied around his neck. He was then adopted and returned right away. He is a good boy!!!! He is listed as a three year-old fox hound mix. He is very happy and super cute. He is HW negative

Rambo did well in the house with 3 cats didnt pay any attention to them . pulls when he is walking on leash. would do better with a harness/ or pull lead. had 1 potty accident in the house the first day, but did well after that. didnt react to any other dogs outside when be walked. very sweet boy
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17-JUL-24 - Interact - 07/17/24 15:17 Rambo had a M&G with 2 adult citizens (female). Had loose body posture and wagging tail when staff member approached kennel. Was able to leash and remove from kennel without any issues. Greeted both citizens with relaxed body posture and solicited attention. He allowed all petting from both citizens as well as the staff member in the yard. Observed that Rambo tends to chew on leash when he becomes overexcited. Was able to distract with toy to get him to release the leash. Was able to place back into kennel and unleash without any issues. MS
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06-JUL-24 - Note - 07/06/24 09:34 The dog came in with a rope tied to his collar that had the name Rambo handwritten on it. Rambo was very loose with staff and allows all petting and handling while wagging his tail.
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07/25/2024

*** Adopted 4-7-25

1-4-25 In temp foster

ALICIA A2387303 is such a total sweetie!!! She just loves ❤️ everyone!!! She is READY TO GO TAMPA.

EMAIL rescuepets@HillsboroughCounty.org cc rescuemetampa@yahoo.com

Alicia came to the PRC as a transfer in May from Orange County. She wasn't feeling well when she came to us but is all better now and looking for a home!!

She is listed as an 8 year old Pitty weighing 51lbs. She is HW POS, the PRC will treat her with a commitment. We know there's a home for this girl who we love!!!

Per Notes

07/17/24 Per volunteer: Alicia was easy to leash and walked to the play yard with no reaction to other dogs. She played with soft toys and was throwing it around to chase it on her own. She did playfully jump on me a few times and started to hump my leg. She allowed petting and walked nicely back to her kennel.

Please take the time to meet this sweetie, she is in kennel A08, you won't regret it!!!

07/25/2024

Adopted!

Last call!!! Mickey is on the euth list for 8-5-24 the shelter is full!!!!! Email rescuemetampa@yahoo.com and rescuepets@hillsboroughcounty.org to save him!!!
Mickey A2385216

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07/25/2024

8-6-24 Adopted! Thank you!

STILL THERE, keep sharing please!

DIPPER A2366233 Last call! The shelter is full and Dipper is scheduled to die on 8-5-24 Email rescuemetampa@yahoo.com and rescuepets@hillsboroughcounty.org to please help this dog.
A volunteer and Staff FAVORITE, we do not get it!!! This 10 year old super AWESOME dog even donated blood to save a kitties life while at the shelter!!!!

Please help us find a home for this perfect boy!!! We all love him!!! So will you!!!

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NOTES

Assistance

Dipper is 10 years old, neutered, 69lbs, HW neg, & is push & pull & selective in playgroup. Dipper came into the shelter back in February as an owner surrender along with multiple dogs, while his previous owner might have been trying, it was clear that the animals care was too much for them to handle. Dipper arrived already neutered and it was believed that he had lived his previous years with just one owner, but it was not the type of environment this senior deserves. Since being at the shelter Dipper has become a staff and volunteer favorite and he even provided blood to save a kitten’s life through a transfusion. While all of these are positives, they have not helped Dipper get out of the shelter and he is declining fast. The amount of time this energetic dog id experiencing in the kennel is taking its toll. He constantly barks and jumps at the kennel and is unable to relax. We urgently need to give him a chance to see what life is like out of the shelter and we are hoping a rescue or foster can help with this.

07/23/24 10:19 On Wellness Rounds, observed lunging at fence, barking, and growling.

07/23/24 15:14 Dipper spent the day in my office, and I observed the following: Dipper is a gentle and affectionate companion who seemed to enjoy the simple pleasures of life. Dipper was calm and well-behaved, showing excitement with a wagging tail when meeting new people. Dipper loves treats and appreciates cozy naps as much as the values being in good company. He thrives on attention and is eager to form a strong bond with his human. Dipper's sweet nature and easy-going personality make him an ideal companion for anyone looking to add a loving dog to their home. He is ready to bring joy and loyalty to his new family.

07/22/24 Per volunteer: Dipper was easy to leash, walking well to the back while ignoring dogs. We played a little with toys; then he came up for pets. He wandered through the splash pad briefly, while enjoying the hose spray much more. He explored in the garden, rolling over and resting on his back in the sun before going to the shady side. He spent time over there eating grass, sniffing, and sitting with me for pets and treats. We took a short walk in the lot before going back. He did very well walking on leash.

06/24/24 20:22 per volunteer Dipper was very easy to leash and he walked well to the yard, without reacting to other dogs and with a mild pull along the way. Dipper was immediately and fully engaged with both volunteers. He ran around, chasing after one of the volunteers in a playful way. He enjoyed a couple of treats and took them gently. Dipper enjoyed lots of pets from head to tail. He laid down in the yard beside one of the volunteers and rolled on his back for belly rubs. He will chase after and retrieve toys. Great interaction with Dipper! He was easy to return (except that he laid down at one point in the shade).

06/20/24 Per volunteer: He was easy to leash. He walked very well and did not react to other dogs barking. He played in the yard and solicited for attention along with belly rubs. Easy to walk back to kennel.

07/25/2024

*** Adopted on 10-21-24 TY!!!

LAST CALL for CAROLINA she is a DEADLINE for 10-21-24 @ 5pm. She is on the euth list for stress and the shelter is out of space.

Email petinfo@hcfl.org cc rescuemetampa@yahoo.com

CAROLINA A2377372 is a stunning Staffie and only 4 years old!!! She is really smart!!!! Please help us find her a home! She will need to be an only dog or have time to decompress and very very slow introduction. She has been in a cage since April! She is smart read all her notes!!

Carolina was easily leashed from the inside kennel due to the outside being cleaned. She walked well. She mostly explored the yard but solicited for pets a few times. She allowed petting all over and when petting stopped, she moved closed and looked at staff. Carolina was easy to return to the kennel. -CR
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03-AUG-24 - Foster - 08/03/24 14:49 Foster Adventure Tail: Carolina started off a bit shy but was great in the car, lying down quickly while panting. She was easy to walk and when we went to the coffee shop to sit down and eat, she was very interested in the environment and sniffed around to her heart's content. She wasn't keen on greeting any strangers and enjoyed some egg as a snack. After that, we took a walk through a park where she started to relax a bit more and started pulling a bit more on leash- she is very strong but should be easy to train. It was very hot so we went home where we have a private area to just sniff and relax away from any other animals or noise. We gave her some chews which she LOVED and devoured on a comfy dog bed - she would need a lot of toys and chews, she knows how to sit and gives paw for treats. She relaxed some more and played with the dog toys- she prefers playing with someone, and had some zoomies around the room. She is a very playful rough houser and would do well with a loving but individual!

03-OCT-24 - Interact - 10/03/24 13:32 Per volunteer: I didn't have any issues leashing her. She walked at a leisurely pace. I unleashed her in the play yard and she roamed around the yard and got the zoomies at one point. I was able to pet her all over. She sat for treats and took them gently. We went for a walk around the parking lot. I didn't have any issues returning her to her kennel.
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03-OCT-24 - Observed - Staff observed the dog continuously barking at the dog beside her kennel. The dog is very fixated on the corner of the kennel nearest to the other dog, licking, chewing, and barking. Thick saliva is continuously running down the kennel wall and onto the floor. Staff tried distracting with treats and calling its name but the dog remained fixated. MH
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22-SEP-24 - Interact - 09/19/24 Per volunteer: Carolina was easily leashed by a new volunteer, walking close to the play yard. She solicited attention from all three volunteers and laid down to receive tummy rubs. She played in the splash pad, jumping up at the jets of water and running in and out of them. She showed off her training, shaking with both paws, sitting well and doing down. She was gentle with treats from everyone. She continued playing and being very social with everyone in the garden. She ran and explored, sat well for photos and was easily recalled. She walked with a slack leash back to her kennel with the new volunteer.
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15-SEP-24 - Interact - 09/12/24 Per volunteer: Carolina was very easy to leash. She walked with a slack leash beside me to the play yard. She was relaxed passing dogs, stopping to sniff with relaxed posture and wagging tail with a couple of the quieter dogs. She played in the hose a little; then jumped around in the splash pad, chasing the water. She ran up for pets a couple times before going back to play. She did well on training on sit/stay, down, shake (both paws) and down, gently taking treats. She explored in the garden; then got the zoomies. She was coming by for a quick pet; then off again. We sat for a few minutes as I pet her before walking back to her kennel.

Carolina is 4year old, spayed, 65lbs, HW neg, who has no playstyle & is selective with other dogs. Carolina was brought into the shelter back in April, her finder stated that she rode well in the car but seemed stressed. This has continued to be the story for Carolina, she isn't overly difficult to handle and enjoys attention from staff and volunteers when they have time to spend with her but the remaining time, she spends in the kennel is very hard for her. 3 months later and she is still overly stressed in the kennel, she constantly pants and paces and is very reactive to the dogs she is near. Carolina could have reason to feel that way but trying to help a dog in this environment is not easy so it’s crucial that she gets out of the shelter and a chance to truly relax. A rescue or foster to assist us is necessary for Carolina to get a chance to show her personality and be able to be a dog. Having her stuck in a kennel which appears to be causing her so much stress and reactivity any longer than necessary, is unfair and cruel. If you can help her, please let us know.

Per Notes

07/22/24 Per volunteer: Carolina was easily leashed; then walked calmly with no pulling or reactivity to the play yard. She frequently played in the splash pad and hose. We played fetch, with her sometimes running around in the splash pad before returning the toy. She did well in training and was gentle with treats. She played in the planters and the sandbox in the garden. She came up frequently for attention and gave me a few gentle licks on the face. We took a walk through the lot before returning to her kennel.

07/12/24 10:39 per volunteer Carolina (A2377372) was easily leashed and walked at an easy pace on a slack leash to the back, sniffing in a friendly manner with other calm dogs. She stopped for pets and a treat before going off to play. She played on the splash pad and bounced around chasing the hose stream. She got the zoomies, running the yard and play bowing at me to play chase. She then came up for pets. She did well in training, showing she knows sit, stay, down, shake and did well on recall. She was playful in the garden, exploring in the tall plants and sand box. She again came up a few times to solicit pets. She walked very well through the lot and back to her kennel.

06/10/24 Per volunteer: Carolina stood quietly to be leashed, walking to the yard calmly passing dogs. She was shy for the first few minutes of being pet. She then suddenly lay down and rolled on her back, wagging her tail. I began giving her tummy rubs as she wiggled all over. She chased a few toys and played frequently in the splash pad. She was gentle taking treats and showed some understanding of sit and down. She walked well on a short walk in the lot and when going back to her kennel. She waited for a treat and pet once unleashed.

05/26/24 10:31 per volunteer Carolina was at the front of her kennel but ran inside when I held out the leash. I went to leash her inside and shut the guillotine door. She backed away just a bit but came forward for a treat. I was able to leash her and out we went - she pulled mildly and ignored other dogs. She was a bit timid in the yard. She was also initially a bit head shy. She warmed up to me and allowed for extended pets as she stood in the fan. When another volunteer entered the yard, Carolina initially stayed clear of her, but warmed up gradually. She did catch a short case of the zoomies and ran about around me. She took an occasional treat gently. Overall, Carilina was friendly but a bit shy. She was easy to return to her kennel.

05/01/24 Per volunteer: Carolina was easy to leash, and she walked well to the play yard with minimal pulling and no reactivity to other dogs. She explored the yard for a bit and came to me when I called for her. She would stand close for extended pets. She wasn't interested in the treats or the toys. She remained very low-key throughout the visit. Carolina was very easy to return to her kennel.

05/01/24 12:11 During playgroup assessment, Carolina started an altercation with a male dog, Vermillion. Vermillion and another dog were playing, when Vermillion laid on his back, Carolina took advantage and pinned him to the ground. She ignored tools and pursued him. Carolina is being placed in the selective category for playgroup.

Please help us help Carolina.