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Humane Society of Sarasota County

Animal shelter in Sarasota, FL

The Humane Society of Sarasota County (HSSC) is dedicated to the health and welfare of each animal in our care. As the area's premier no-kill shelter, our mission is to engage the hearts, hands, and minds of the community to help animals. We strive to provide compassionate care to our shelter pets, find them permanent homes, and promote responsible pet ownership. Our vision is a community where all animals are cared for and loved, a goal we pursue with unwavering commitment. Through our values of compassion, commitment, and responsibility, we endeavor to create an environment where the welfare of animals is a shared community priority.

Our Animal Clinic focuses on wellness, offering services such as vaccinations and routine check-ups. However, it is not a full-service veterinary practice and does not provide emergency medical care. Owners are encouraged to seek emergency and specialized services from other veterinary providers as needed.

In addition to our adoption services, HSSC offers a variety of programs designed to enhance the human-animal bond. These include pet therapy programs for children, seniors, and individuals with special needs, as well as basic obedience classes for dogs. We also provide numerous volunteer opportunities, allowing community members to engage with dogs, cats, and other areas of our shelter.

We are the area’s largest no-kill animal shelter, operating without city, state, or federal funding, and are not funded by any national humane organization. HSSC relies solely on private donations, bequests, and grants to continue our vital work. To learn more about how you can support our mission or contribute, please visit our donation page at https://www.hssc.org/give/donate.

Contact
Email
Address
2331 15th Street
Sarasota, FL 34237
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Meet their adoptable pets

2331 15th Street

Sarasota, FL 34237

Hours of Operation

Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

See every new pet that comes to this shelter!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Humane Society of Sarasota County

We'll also keep you updated on Enzo's adoption status with email updates.
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Enzo

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 yrs 4 mos
Sarasota, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Hazel's adoption status with email updates.
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Hazel

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Sarasota, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Terra's adoption status with email updates.
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Terra

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Sarasota, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Barlett's adoption status with email updates.
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Barlett

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Sarasota, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Summer's adoption status with email updates.
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Summer

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 6 yrs 3 mos
Sarasota, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Chester's adoption status with email updates.
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Chester

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 2 yrs 10 mos
Sarasota, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Gracie's adoption status with email updates.
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Gracie

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 6 yrs 2 mos
Sarasota, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Tyson's adoption status with email updates.
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Tyson

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs
Sarasota, FL

Shelter FAQs

The Humane Society of Sarasota County serves the cities of Sarasota, Longboat Key, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Venice and Osprey. Our adopters come from the following counties: Sarasota County, Manatee County, Pinellas County, Hillsborough County and Charlotte County.

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 4. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Falling in love with a pet is easy and pet ownership is very rewarding. Adopting a pet, however, is a big decision. Dogs, cats, and other furry friends require a lot of time, money, and commitment. Our experienced adoption counselors will gladly help you find an animal that's likely to be a good fit for your lifestyle and living arrangements.

At our shelter, all dogs must be escorted out on a leash and collar. For smaller dogs, a carrier or crate may be used instead. All cats require a secure carrier for their journey home. Should you find yourself without the necessary supplies at the time of adoption, we offer a selection of basic items available for purchase right here at the shelter.

Our adoption process is designed to be thorough yet efficient. It includes an essential meeting with the animal you are interested in adopting. If the animal is prepared to join a new home, you may be able to complete the adoption on the same day. Please note, the process can take up to an hour or longer, particularly if there are specific medical preparations needed for your new pet. We aim to facilitate immediate placements into loving homes, and as such, we no longer offer holds on animals ready to leave the same day.

Included in the Adoption Fee:
The adoption fee covers the cost of spaying or neutering your pet, micro-chipping, annual vaccinations, and a rabies vaccination. For residents of Sarasota County, there is an additional $13 fee for a rabies tag and registration.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure a smooth and successful adoption for each animal and their new family. Thank you for supporting our mission and choosing to adopt.


Adoption Fees

For Dogs:

Puppies (6 months & under): $300
Small Adult Dogs (less than 30lbs): $300
Medium & Large Adult Dogs (30lbs or more): $85
Small Senior Dogs (7 years & older): $200
Medium & Large Senior Dogs (7 years & older): $55

For Cats:

Kittens (5 months & under): $85
Adult Cats: $50
Senior Cats (7 years & older): Free

Once you've decided that you're ready to make the commitment, check out our website at www.hssc.org to search our adoptable animals.

Adoption application

https://www.hssc.org/pets/pet-adoptions

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We'll also keep you updated on PIPPIN's adoption status with email updates.
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PIPPIN

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs
Palmetto, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Ben Affleck's adoption status with email updates.
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Ben Affleck

American Shorthair

Male, Young
St. Petersburg, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Mini V's adoption status with email updates.
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Mini V

Guinea Pig

Female, Baby
North Port, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Ryan's adoption status with email updates.
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Ryan

Chihuahua

Male, Young
Sarasota, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Jefferson's adoption status with email updates.
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Jefferson

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Wauchula, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Toby's adoption status with email updates.
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Toby

Hound (Unknown Type)/Boxer

Male, 1 yr 4 mos
Seminole, FL

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