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A pit bull puppy bites the stem of a pumpkin while a ginger kitten plays next to them.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thank YOU for saving animals this year, we are thankful for every supporter, donor, adopter, partner, and visitor! Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

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Giving Tuesday is December 3rd!

On this special day of giving, YOU can change lives for Tampa Bay’s homeless animals.

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TNVR Saves Lives!

By TNVR’ing community cats, we help reduce overpopulation and keep them healthy while allowing these resilient cats to thrive in their outdoor homes. Be a hero for feral cats—support TNVR!

 

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Photos with Santa are Back!

Join us on December 14th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for our annual Photos with Santa. Jolly St. Nick will be at the shelter offering holiday photos for your whole family—both 2- and 4-legged children are welcome! Santa asks for a $10 suggested donation for your photo.

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2024 Holiday Hours

HSTB will close early Wednesday the 27th at 3 pm and be closed Thursday the 28th for Thanksgiving. We will also be closed on December 24th and 25th. Happy Holidays!

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News

October 24, 2024
Hurricane Return to Owners Successes

Losing a pet is a heart-wrenching and scary experience that no one should have to go through. We’ve reunited many beloved pets with their owners, and we are so happy for them and want to…

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October 14, 2024
HSTB Hurricane Milton Recovery Effort

In the days following Hurricane Milton, and Hurricane Helena before that, we have been assessing the damage and listening to our community and fellow shelters about their needs. HSTB was the only shelter that continued…

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A Florida resident in St. Petersburg Fl walks through standing water with their dog after Hurricane Helene.
October 2, 2024
HSTB’s Disaster Response: A Time for Compassion and Community

Four years ago, our community rallied together in an extraordinary way. You helped us build a shelter strong enough to withstand a Category 4 hurricane, and because of you, we and our beloved animals were…

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