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The Runaways Animal Rescue

Animal shelter in Port Richey, FL

A 501(c)3 Animal Rescue in Pasco County, FL, our mission is to protect and advocate for all companion animals in need. We do this through rescue, adoption and spay and neuter services. Additionally, we hope to build a humane community that promotes compassion and kindness, by controlling the overpopulation of these animals through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), community outreach services, pet food bank, and education.

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Address
8020 Washington St.
Port Richey, FL 34668
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Meet their adoptable pets

8020 Washington St.

Port Richey, FL 34668

Hours of Operation

Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at The Runaways Animal Rescue

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Piglet

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
Port Richey, FL
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Lyra

American Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
Port Richey, FL
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Nova

American Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
Port Richey, FL
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Orion

Russian Blue/Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr
Port Richey, FL
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Gumball

Chihuahua/Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 5 mos
Port Richey, FL
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Kermit

French Bulldog

Male, 2 yrs
Port Richey, FL

Shelter FAQs

Pasco County, Hillsborough County and Pinellas County, FL

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

All of our animals come with health records and are dewormed, have age appropriate vaccinations, spayed or neutered, microchipped, all cats are FIV/FeLV tested, and all dogs over 6 months are heartworm tested.

In order to be considered as an adopter you must:

* Be 21 years of age or older

* Have identification showing your present address

* Agree to a home check

* Be able and willing to provide a loving, safe and peaceful environment for this pet

* Be financially stable and willing to provide any necessary medical care

Once you have filled out an application, your application will be reviewed. If approved, we will contact you to schedule a meet and greet and home check via the email address provided.

Adoption application

https://www.runawaysanimalrescue.org/adoptions

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