Rosey

Available

1 year old|Hound, Mixed Breed|Female|Medium|Tampa, FL

🐾 Friendly☺️ Gentle🤗 Affectionate🙈 Shy🎾 Playful

Rosey

Available

1 year old|Hound, Mixed Breed|Female|Medium|Tampa, FL

🐾 Friendly☺️ Gentle🤗 Affectionate🙈 Shy🎾 Playful

About Rosey

Lets make it official, apply to adopt! Rosey is a gentle and sweet girl ready to find her furrever best friend. While she may be a little shy at first, with some patience and extra love, her playful and loving personality will truly shine. Rescued after being found alone, Rosey is eager to have a home where she can flourish, explore, and feel cherished every day. Fun fact: Born on October 21, Rosey is a Libra, which means she might have a natural charm and a loving nature that's sure to win your heart! Every animal deserves a happy ending. This one starts with you.

About Hound Dogs

Hound dogs encompass a large group of breeds originally developed for hunting, using either their keen sense of smell (scent hounds) or sharp eyesight (sighthounds). They share common traits including friendly temperaments, loyalty, and a love of outdoor exploration. Hound mixes are some of the most common and rewarding shelter dogs.

Adopting a Hound means bringing home a gentle, often easygoing companion who appreciates a good walk and quality time with their family. Many hounds are vocal and expressive, and their loyalty runs deep. They make wonderful family pets for those who enjoy their distinctive personalities.

Temperament

FriendlyLoyalGentleIndependent

Size

Varies (20-80 lbs)

Exercise

Moderate

Good With

Kids, Dogs

Lifespan

10-14 years

Health notes: Health varies by specific breed or mix. Common hound concerns include ear infections, hip dysplasia, and bloat in larger breeds.

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Adopting in Tampa, FL

Tampa's warm climate and outdoor lifestyle make it a great city for pet adoption. With numerous shelters and rescue groups throughout the Bay Area, you'll find wonderful animals looking for loving homes.

From the 2.6-mile Tampa Riverwalk to dog beaches on Davis Islands and Picnic Island, Tampa offers adopted pets a sun-filled, active life year-round. Adopt and enjoy the Florida sunshine together.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

52°F to 72°F

Dec – Feb

Tampa winters are mild and pleasant, making them the best months for pet-friendly activities. The Riverwalk, Davis Islands dog beach, and Picnic Island are all ideal destinations. Occasional cold fronts can bring cooler mornings, but most days are comfortable for outdoor adventures.

Spring

58°F to 85°F

Mar – May

Spring brings warming temperatures and increasing humidity. Outdoor pet activities are pleasant in the morning hours before the heat builds. Mosquito activity begins ramping up, making year-round heartworm prevention essential in the Tampa Bay area.

Summer

75°F to 92°F

Jun – Aug

Hot, humid summers with daily afternoon thunderstorms mean walking early morning or evening only. Hurricane season requires a pet emergency plan with supplies stocked. Mosquitoes are at peak levels, reinforcing the need for year-round heartworm prevention.