I recently had the pleasure of adopting a dog from Polk County Animal Control, and I cannot speak highly enough of the experience. After finding a stray dog and naming him Charcoal, we quickly bonded and realized he belonged with us. When a kennel space became available, the staff at Polk County Animal Control took him in to check for a previous owner.
Though it was bittersweet to see him go, I was able to visit him at the shelter, and I could tell the staff truly cared for him. They were attentive and supportive throughout the process. After a week of waiting for anyone to claim him, the shelter placed a hold on him to ensure he wouldn't be euthanized. This compassionate action made all the difference.
We decided to place a citizen hold and ultimately adopted Charcoal ourselves. The adoption fees are reasonable, with dogs over 35 pounds costing $40 and those under 34 pounds costing $70. I believe they even have free pet adoptions on Fridays! Thanks to the amazing staff, we adopted Charcoal at no cost. They went above and beyond, even pulling strings to expedite his surgery so we could bring him home sooner.
To express our gratitude, we threw a pizza party for the staff to thank them for all their help. Polk County Animal Control is located at 7115 De Castro Road, Winter Haven, FL, and their hours are from 10 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. If you're considering adopting, I highly recommend reaching out to them. The dedication and care they show for their animals are truly commendable. read more