Do you want to add to your family and do something good for the Lakeland community at the same time? Consider adopting a dog, cat or other animal from a local shelter. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, shelters have dogs, cats and other animals ready and waiting for someone to take them home.
For those looking to adopt, a great place to begin your search for a lovable new family member is at Polk County Bully Project, where Gwen the dog is waiting patiently, or another local facility. If you aren’t sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed in permanent homes.
Need some help in your search? Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We put together a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. If you’re a dog person, meet Lynard, a Mountain Cur mix up for adoption. If cats are more your thing, there are several great cats available, too. Click on any listing for more information, or to start the adoption process.
Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. Please report any errors or other feedback to content@patch.com.
- Name: Lynard
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Mountain Cur Treeing Walker Coonhound Mix
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Precious little boy with so much good to give and learn at only 10 months old. Such a delightful and…” Learn more
- Name: JANIS JOPLIN
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Shepherd Cattle Dog Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Precious little 6 month old Janis is great with other dogs and loves her humans. She is leash and potty…” Learn more
- Name: Gwen
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Terrier Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Gwen was hit by a car and left to die. Every nerve was severed in her shoulder so her leg…” Learn more
- Name: Atlanis
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Terrier American Bulldog Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Beautiful girl, sweet and loves everyone.” Learn more
- Name: Sonny/Cher Bonded Pair
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Coonhound
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Sonny and his precious sister are a bonded pair of hounds. They are both delightful and loving” Learn more
- Name: Nikki
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever
- Description: “HELLO!! My name is Nikki! ~I am 7 months old, silly, and sweet as pie. ~I know how to sit…” Learn more
- Name: Starla
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, American Bulldog Terrier Mix
- Good With: Kids
- Description: “Beautiful Starla is amazing with children and small dogs. She is snuggly and very loving.” Learn more
- Name: Audrey
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Audrey is about 35 pounds and just adorable. Loving and enjoys being close to her people.” Learn more
- Name: Snoop Dog
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
- Good With: Kids
- Description: “Snoop is a chill guy who does great with other dogs and in play groups. He loves his peeps and…” Learn more
- Name: Joan Jett
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Shepherd
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- Name: Janice
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Shepherd
- Good With: Dogs
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- Name: Lynard
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Shepherd
- Good With: Dogs
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- Name: Sterling
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
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- Name: Teddy Lee
- Species: Dog
- Location: Polk County Bully Project, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, American Staffordshire Terrier
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- Name: Jonesy – POLK
- Species: Cat
- Location: Best Friends Animal Society East Coast Lifesaving Program, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, American Shorthair
- Description: “Jonesy is a playful, fun male kitten looking for his forever home. He is great with children, dogs and other…” Learn more
- Name: Chip – POLK
- Species: Cat
- Location: Best Friends Animal Society East Coast Lifesaving Program, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, American Shorthair
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- Name: Moo Moo (Hank)
- Species: Dog
- Location: Southwest Great Dane Rescue, Lakeland, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Great Dane
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “This handsome young man is Moo Moo (Hank). He is an honorary giant, believed to be a Great Dane mix….” Learn more
- Name: Corkey
- Species: Dog
- Location: Raining Cats And Dogs Shelter And Sanctuary Inc, 2708 E State Road 60, Plant City, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Chihuahua
- Description: “This beautiful boy prefers to be the only dog. He also bonds quickly with people and can be quite jealous…” Learn more
- Name: Jo
- Species: Dog
- Location: Raining Cats And Dogs Shelter And Sanctuary Inc, 2708 E State Road 60, Plant City, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever Hound Mix
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “This playful and loving puppy needs space to run and play. She gets along well with other dogs and is…” Learn more
- Name: Buddy
- Species: Dog
- Location: Raining Cats And Dogs Shelter And Sanctuary Inc, 2708 E State Road 60, Plant City, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Male, Terrier
- Description: “This sweet 13 year old recently lost his owner and is looking for a quiet home where he can be…” Learn more
- Name: Alexa
- Species: Dog
- Location: Sunshine Big Dog Rescue, PLANT CITY, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Terrier
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Help us welcome Alexa to Sunshine Big Dog Rescue! She is a 3 month old terrier mix. She is super…” Learn more
- Name: Scout
- Species: Dog
- Location: Planned Pethood Rescue, 37815 State Rd 54 West, Zephyrhills, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Dalmatian Labrador Retriever Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Scout is such a happy pup. Very smart, active, and playful. He loves car rides and walks. He comes when…” Learn more
- Name: Flower
- Species: Cat
- Location: A Kitten Place, Brandon, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “I lovingly have been calling her momma because she has been the best mom to her kittens. She is an…” Learn more
- Name: Gus
- Species: Cat
- Location: A Kitten Place, Brandon, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Nala
- Species: Cat
- Location: A Kitten Place, Brandon, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Nala is a very sweet girl that takes a little time getting to know you. She will be shy at…” Learn more
- Name: Pipper
- Species: Cat
- Location: A Kitten Place, Brandon, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Thumper
- Species: Cat
- Location: A Kitten Place, Brandon, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Thumper likes to be the center of attention. If you are looking for a kitten that will greet you and…” Learn more
- Name: Pongo
- Species: Cat
- Location: A Kitten Place, Brandon, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Pongo is definitely the crazy one of the bunch. He needs to be with someone that can give him lots…” Learn more
- Name: Pen (Penny)
- Species: Cat
- Location: A Kitten Place, Brandon, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Megan
- Species: Cat
- Location: United Paws Rescue Inc, Not an exact address, Wesley Chapel, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Calico
- Good With: Kids and cats
- Description: “My name is Megan! I was found outside with my family and they think I used to have a home…” Learn more
- Name: Peach
- Species: Cat
- Location: United Paws Rescue Inc, Not an exact address, Wesley Chapel, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Peach is a very elegant Calico princess who likes to be the one in charge. She loves to be petted,…” Learn more
- Name: Apple
- Species: Cat
- Location: United Paws Rescue Inc, Not an exact address, Wesley Chapel, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids and cats
- Description: “Apple is a 5 month old kitty looking for a home with one of her sisters. Out of all the…” Learn more
- Name: Toast
- Species: Cat
- Location: United Paws Rescue Inc, Not an exact address, Wesley Chapel, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Hi my name is Toast! I am about 4 months old and I was rescued from outside with my siblings…” Learn more
- Name: Cherry
- Species: Cat
- Location: United Paws Rescue Inc, Not an exact address, Wesley Chapel, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids and cats
- Description: “Cherry is a big gal and a very loud purrer. She loves getting pets and always wants all of your…” Learn more
- Name: Buddy
- Species: Cat
- Location: United Paws Rescue Inc, Not an exact address, Wesley Chapel, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Hi my name is Buddy! I came from outside and I was SUPER scared at first- I didn’t even know…” Learn more
- Name: Kiara
- Species: Cat
- Location: Animalluvrs Dream Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “MEET OUR LION KING KITENS! Scar (black and white): loves to play and chase his siblings and also really likes…” Learn more
- Name: Simba
- Species: Cat
- Location: Animalluvrs Dream Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “MEET OUR LION KING KITENS! Scar (black and white): loves to play and chase his siblings and also really likes…” Learn more
- Name: Osito
- Species: Dog
- Location: Animalluvrs Dream Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Male, Shih Tzu
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “ADOPT ME! This sweet old man came to us a back in March after he was surrendered to a local…” Learn more
- Name: Lady Bug
- Species: Cat
- Location: Animalluvrs Dream Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Meet Warble and Lady Bug! A few weeks ago we were contacted by our friends at Pasco County Animal Services…” Learn more
- Name: Junebug
- Species: Cat
- Location: Animalluvrs Dream Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Mama JuneBug and her adorable babies! This sweet family came to us from the Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center after…” Learn more
- Name: Scar
- Species: Cat
- Location: Animalluvrs Dream Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “MEET OUR LION KING KITENS! These sweet kittens were found as orphaned strays at only a few weeks old and…” Learn more
- Name: Warble
- Species: Cat
- Location: Animalluvrs Dream Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Meet Warble and Lady Bug! A few weeks ago we were contacted by our friends at Pasco County Animal Services…” Learn more
- Name: Jasper
- Species: Cat
- Location: Animalluvrs Dream Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Jasper! This sweet family came to us from the Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center after they were brought in as…” Learn more
- Name: Juniper
- Species: Cat
- Location: Animalluvrs Dream Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “JUNIPER This sweet family came to us from the Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center after they were brought in as…” Learn more
- Name: Nala
- Species: Cat
- Location: Animalluvrs Dream Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “MEET OUR LION KING KITENS! These sweet kittens were found as orphaned strays at only a few weeks old and…” Learn more
- Name: Shampoo (0114)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Cat Crusaders, 6248 Commerce Palms Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “All Cat Crusaders cats are spayed/neutered, tested for FeLV/FIV, have received a minimum of initial FVRCP and other age appropriate…” Learn more
- Name: Chicken (1194)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Cat Crusaders, 6248 Commerce Palms Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Chicken is bonded with his sister Shrimp and they must be adopted together. All Cat Crusaders cats are spayed/neutered, tested…” Learn more
- Name: Page
- Species: Dog
- Location: Animal Welfare And Rescue, Dade City, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Chihuahua Boston Terrier Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Page is a sweet little shy girl who would love her forever home. One of 3 pups. Page is the…” Learn more
- Name: Piper, Phoebe and Page
- Species: Dog
- Location: Animal Welfare And Rescue, Dade City, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Boston Terrier Chihuahua Mix
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “These 3 girls came to rescue as owner surrenders. They have since been update on shots, fixed and all the…” Learn more
- Name: BGR Do or die
- Species: Dog
- Location: Gsts Sun State Greyhound Adoption, Dade City, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Greyhound
- Good With: Dogs and cats
- Description: “Registered Name: BGR Do or Die Pet Name: Dodo Date of Birth: 5/10/2017 Pedigree: Superior Panama / Boc’s Pic Me…” Learn more
- Name: Bart’s Griffey
- Species: Dog
- Location: Gsts Sun State Greyhound Adoption, Dade City, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Greyhound
- Good With: Dogs and cats
- Description: “Registered Name: Bart’s Griffey Pet Name: Griffey Date of Birth: 12/23/2019 Pedigree: Greys Flamebeau / Barts Girl Color: Black His…” Learn more
- Name: L’s Tut
- Species: Dog
- Location: Gsts Sun State Greyhound Adoption, Dade City, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Greyhound
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Registered Name: L’s Tut Pet Name: Tut Date of Birth: 3/27/2018 Pedigree: Superior Panama / L’s Brina Color: Fawn with…” Learn more
- Name: Krissi
- Species: Cat
- Location: Rebels Rescue Inc, Tampa, FL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Dogs and cats
- Description: “You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.”Krissi Krissi Krissi” This sweet little girl is all…” Learn more
