Sarasota County Animal Services in Sarasota, Florida
About Sarasota County Animal Services
Sarasota County Animal Services is an animal control in Sarasota, Sarasota County, Florida. It is operated by Sarasota County Sheriff. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Vintage Paws Sanctuary, about 2.6 mi away.
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27.29914, -82.39793
What Sarasota County Animal Services does
- Pet adoption Yes
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Not available
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Vintage Paws Sanctuary7950 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FLAnimal sanctuary2.6 mi
- Animal Rescue Coalition6320 Tower Ln, Sarasota, FLAnimal rescue3.6 mi
- Humane Society At Lakewood R6293 Lake Osprey Dr, Sarasota, FLHumane society6.7 mi
- Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue8437 Cooper Creek Blvd, Bradenton, FLAnimal rescue7.3 mi
- Royal Pet Rescue Inc3800 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FLAnimal rescue8.2 mi
- Cat Depot2542 17th St, Sarasota, FLAnimal rescue8.3 mi
- Humane Society of Sarasota County2331 15th St, Sarasota, FLHumane society8.5 mi
- Sarasota Parrot Conservatory28801 104th Dr E, Myakka City, FLAnimal rescue10.0 mi
- Nate's Honor Animal Rescue Center4951 Lorraine Rd, Bradenton, FLAnimal rescue11 mi
- Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch26920 Gopher Hill Rd, Myakka City, FLHumane society11 mi
Saying goodbye to a pet
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Where is Sarasota County Animal Services located?
Sarasota County Animal Services is at 8451 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241 in Sarasota County.
What are the hours of Sarasota County Animal Services?
The recorded opening hours are Mo-Fr 09:00-16:30; Sa 10:00-16:30; Su 12:00-14:00. Adoption hours and intake hours are often different, so check with the shelter at (941) 861-9500 before you go.
How do I adopt from Sarasota County Animal Services?
Start on petharbor.com, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.
Can I surrender a pet to Sarasota County Animal Services?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Related guides
- Shelter vs Rescue vs Humane SocietyHow municipal shelters, humane societies, SPCAs and foster-based rescues differ in funding, intake and adoption.
- How to Adopt a DogWhere to look, how the application, meet-and-greet and home check work, what it costs, and how to pick a dog that fits your life.
- Pet Adoption Fees ExplainedTypical adoption fees for dogs, cats and other pets, what the fee usually covers, and why prices differ between shelters and rescues.
- Pet Adoption ChecklistWhat to prepare before you apply, what to bring on adoption day, the supplies to buy and how to pet-proof your home.