Polk County Animal Control -Florida

12/07/2023

On June 26th, ACO Jennifer Miller witnessed a vehicle crash and due to her quick response and life saving efforts, she was able to save the life of an unconscious teenager that was face down, submerged in water inside the vehicle. Polk County Fire Rescue responded and were able to transport the teenager and two other victims to the hospital where all made a full recovery.

ACO Miller is a shining example of the Polk County Sheriff's Office's mission to provide exemplary service and protection to the public we serve. Her heroism is this situation, by taking decisive action and not hesitating to jump in and do what needed to be done was truly outstanding.

On December 4th, she was presented with a Sheriff's Commendation for her valiant efforts! Polk County Animal Control -Florida is so proud to have her as a part of our family! Great Job!

12/07/2023

We are just TWO DAYS AWAY from Polk County Animal Control -Florida's Annual Pet Fest Event! The event will be held from 10am to 4pm this Saturday at 7115 DeCastro Road! We will have lots, and we mean lots of doggies and kitties ready for adoption! The flyer details all of the other attractions we will have as well. And, just remember, you can bring your own animals and kids to take pictures with Santa!

12/04/2023

Donna Marie Shared:

Update on Chase! He is doing really good! I got him a bed for his birthday this month! On the 15th, he will be one year old!

Thank you so much for the update! We are so happy to hear that Chase is doing well! Happy Early Birthday, Chase!

12/04/2023

Brenda and Carl Shared:

On the right is our pup Shiloh who we adopted from Polk County Animal Control -Florida. We are so happy that we adopted him. He has been a great addition to our family. We are Carl and Brenda Tickle up on the left is Smutt . Hope everyone has a very merry Christmas.

Just look at this happy family! We hope Shiloh and Smutt have a wonderful first Christmas together with their loving pet parents, Brenda and Carl!

12/04/2023

Polk County Animal Control -Florida attended an event at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Lakeland this past Saturday. Our awesome staff had a blast and were able to find Jack his forever home. Three cheers for ACO Perez and CSS Hall!

12/02/2023

Polk County Animal Control -Florida has been invited to St. Stephan's Episcopal Church in Lakeland for a festival. We will have dogs for adoption! All adoptions are free. Come on down today to meet your new Bestest Pal!

11/30/2023

The lovely staff at R. Nickson Interiors really came through for Polk County Animal Control -Florida with all of the donations they collected for us, and they have a message they would like to share! Thank you for everything that you do! We appreciate the kindness and generosity you and your staff have shown to the animals in our care!

11/29/2023

Allen Shared:

A couple of months ago I adopted A1161894. I just want to thank Polk County Animal Control -Florida again for everything you have done to help her. I couldn't be happier with her and I think she feels the same way about being here with me. You have not only changed her life but she's changed mine as well. And so I thank you
I know how it feels when someone just makes your day. Just like you did for me on September 9th 2023. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart. Thank you. She is my special little girl and we are inseparable.

We sure do love a great success story! Allen took this precious baby even though she had a lot of dental and medical issues. He took her to his vet. She looks so good now. He called a few times after he adopted her and had taken her to his vet and spent a lot of money. He had lost his dog that he had for many years and this dog reminded him of her. Polk County Animal Control -Florida thanks Allen and all others like him for taking a chance on a dog that others might overlook!

11/29/2023

Thank you SPCA Florida for all that you do! We appreciate your help with these kitties!

11/29/2023

Sherice Shared:

💛💛 thank you for the best dogs in the world! You can share that tik tok. They are both the best girls ever!

It certainly looks like they love their new home! We are so happy for this family and these two beautiful dogs!

11/29/2023

Christi Shared:

We got this pup a year ago almost from pet fest and she is the best pup she is our second pup we adopted from the pound and look forward to get another one soon.

We are so glad to hear that this baby is doing so well.

11/27/2023

Jennifer Shared:

1 year ago today we adopted our sweet Annalise. She is the perfect addition to our family. Annalise is smart, loving, charismatic, and absolutely hilarious! I am beyond grateful to call this sweet girl our fur baby. Thank you, PCAC!

Awe! How sweet is this story? We are so happy for Annalise and her loving family!

11/21/2023

11/21/2023

Michelle SHARED:

Hey, we got Kingston in April/May. At the shelter he was named Tanner. He is doing great! We also Bella who we got May 2022, she was not named. They are best Friends!

We are so happy that Kingston and Bella are doing great in their new home! 🥰💚💖

11/20/2023

11/20/2023

Kadie SHARED:

Got our 2nd pup from animal control today - his name is Fido. We now have 3 big dogs 😂 he is such a great dog, can't wait to fatten him up 🙂

We are so happy that Fido has found a great home with you. Kadie! We hope you have many happy memories together!

11/17/2023

11/17/2023

Our amazing Officers received a call last night about a Barred Owl that flew into a moving vehicle right in front of Fire Station 23 in Kathleen. They quickly responded and were able to confine the poor guy who appeared to be active, but a little dazed. They were able to get him transported to the Raptor Center of Tampa Bay for evaluation and treatment. Three cheers to ACO D'Azzo and ACO Land! We are so proud of you!

11/15/2023

Our adoption hours are 10am to 4pm, Monday through Saturday. We will be closed for next Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving!

11/13/2023

Terry SHARED:

Hello! I just wanted to share of pic of our girl, Luna, who we adopted from your shelter almost three weeks ago! She is AMAZING and she's already found that she is the life of our home and she is such a good girl! Thank you for everyone and your efforts helping these sweet faces and hopefully they all find the perfect homes!

How great is that? We here as love hearing that the fur babies that are adopted are doing well in their new homes!

10/30/2023

Tomorrow is Halloween! We know this is an exciting time for everyone, and Polk County Animal Control -Florida wants to make sure your pets are safe before, during, and after the festivities. Below are some safety tips we think will greatly benefit your beloved, four-legged family members.

1. Stash Candy Safely Away - It's advisable to keep candy out of reach for dogs because many holiday favorites are harmful. Get in touch with your veterinarian straight away if your pet consumes confectionery, especially chocolate.

2. Make Sure Pet Costumes are the Right Fit - Make sure the costume doesn't impede their abilities to breathe, move, bark, or meow. Chewing on any excess cloth might result in a choking hazard. Additionally, dressing up might exacerbate your pet's stress and increase their level of anxiety. It's preferable to keep your pet dressed in their birthday suit for the evening if they appear anxious or uncomfortable in the outfit.

3. Watch out for Decorative Plants and Candles - Inquisitive animals have the potential to tip over a lit candle or jack-o'-lantern, causing a fire or burns. It is advisable to keep pets away from these decorations, especially the corn cobs, which might choke dogs.

4. Don’t Leave Glow Sticks Out - Pets (especially cats) tend to love these and often bite into them, leaving a bitter taste in their mouth that can cause severe drooling.

5. Keep Your Pets in a Safe Place Indoors, Including Outdoor Cats - Halloween can be stressful for dogs and cats due to strange masks and noises. Keep your pets in a closed room where they can relax away from the front door. This will not only help them remain calm, but also prevent them from darting out the door. If your animals are outside, make sure they are properly secured, have collars, tags and are microchipped.

We hope everyone has a safe and Happy Halloween!

10/29/2023

What an amazing job our staff did at Revolution Church today! Noel and Aladdin were adopted and went home with their new families! Thank you for all that attended! A special thank you to our staff, ACO McDuffie, CSS Moores, and CSS Kennedy!

10/27/2023

Polk County Animal Control -Florida has been invited to Revolution Church in Lakeland for their Annual Craft Event tomorrow . Come on down to adopt one of these wonderful dogs. Adoptions are FREE!

Event Location: 7315 Kathleen Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810

Event Date: 10-28-2023

Event Time: 9am to 2pm

10/27/2023

While October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, we have not forgotten about our fur Kitties! These babies, and many more, are so precious and awaiting their forever homes!

10/25/2023

Animal Control's Annual Bake Sale went off without a hitch this year! We were able to raise $275 that will all go to benefit the animals in our care! This is a fun event each year where our staff and law enforcement that work at the Sheriff's Office get to grab some goodies and help us raise money for the dogs and cats in our shelter.

We want to say thank you to everyone that purchased one or more items from us and a special thank you to all of our staff at that spent their time and money to provide us with some yummy treats to sell!

10/25/2023

You may remember when ACO Miller impounded this poor, injured fella, Bob, back in August. After months of treatment and recovery with the Raptor Center of Tampa Bay in partnership with Dr. Black and the team at Busch Gardens, Bob got to go home! ACO Miller and other officers were in attendance for this joyous occasion!

10/21/2023

Our staff had so much fun today at PetSense in Auburndale! All of the dogs were adopted, and we even got one of the cats adopted! That is awesome! Thank you to everyone that attended and a special thank you to our staff, ACO Lucente and CSS Hall!

10/20/2023

PetSense in Auburndale has invited PCSO Animal Control to participate in an Adoption Event at their location tomorrow! See details below! Adoptions are FREE! We look forward to seeing you there!

10/20/2023

Polk County Animal Control -Florida wishes a VERY HAPPY NATIONAL VETERINARY TECHNICIAN WEEK to our fantastic staff! From checking vital signs and administering vaccinations to assisting with surgical procedures, veterinary technicians do it all. They ensure that your beloved animal companions are comfortable during their visits by giving infinite comfort and affection.