HSSC is a private, limited-admission shelter and only accepts cats and dogs via owner surrender or transfer from another organization. To report suspected animal abuse/cruelty, dangerous/vicious dogs, or a lost/found animal, you must contact your county’s animal services office.
Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services: 941.861.9500
Manatee County Animal Services: 941.742.5933
HSSC does keep a running list of lost and found animals that have been reported to us. You are welcome to add your lost/found animal’s information by calling 941.955.4131. We also have a public bulletin board for posting flyers. Social media is a tremendous resource. Lost and Found Pets 941 (Manatee & Sarasota) has a large membership and is a great forum for reporting lost/found pets.