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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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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

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 The Runaways Animal Rescue

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Port Richey, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Katy's adoption status with email updates.
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Katy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Port Richey, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Jimmy's adoption status with email updates.
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Jimmy

Siamese/Domestic Shorthair

Male, 9 yrs 8 mos
Port Richey, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Dashboard's adoption status with email updates.
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Dashboard

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 9 mos
Port Richey, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Mochi's adoption status with email updates.
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Mochi

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Port Richey, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Doc Howliday 's adoption status with email updates.
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Doc Howliday

Pomeranian/Parson Russell Terrier

Male, 10 yrs
Port Richey, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Pickles's adoption status with email updates.
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Pickles

Poodle (Standard)

Male, 6 mos
Port Richey, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Lillian's adoption status with email updates.
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Lillian

Poodle (Standard)

Female, 6 mos
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

Pets at shelters & rescues near The Runaways Animal Rescue

Animal Friends Society

P.O. Box 12314,
Brooksville, FL 34603

Greyhound Advancement Center

PO Box 1018,
San Antonio, FL 33576

We'll also keep you updated on Linda Lu (5659)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Linda Lu (5659)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Tampa, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Angelique's adoption status with email updates.
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Angelique

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Palm Harbor, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Lexus's adoption status with email updates.
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Lexus

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos
Safety Harbor, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Harley Quinn's adoption status with email updates.
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Harley Quinn

Pharaoh Hound

Female, 8 yrs 10 mos
Brooksville, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Mochi's adoption status with email updates.
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Mochi

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 9 mos
New Port Richey, FL
We'll also keep you updated on Bodie (Pesto)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Bodie (Pesto)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Brooksville, FL

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