Welcome to Friends of Strays

Friends of Strays is a non-profit, volunteer organization founded in September 1978 in St. Petersburg, FL, dedicated to the care and adoption of homeless pets.

Our organization is funded by individual contributions, wills, bequests, memberships, and proceeds from our Thrift Shoppe in Pinellas Park. Friends of Strays provides services to the most needy section of our pet population, the homeless animals of Pinellas County. These services include the daily care, sterilization and temporary Animal Shelter until Adoption of the pet can be arranged. The primary goal of Friends of Strays is to stop the reproduction of homeless cats and dogs who are abandoned and left to roam, unable to care for themselves. We are active in programs which educate the public about humane treatment and care of animals. Friends of Strays is a no-kill animal organization dedicated to caring for those who cannot speak for themselves - our voiceless friends - the animals.

News/Events

Get Rescued in Downtown Gulfport

Get Rescued
presented by Gulfport Merchant’s Association
February 25, 2012; 10am to 6pm & 7-10pm
3129 Beach Boulevard South, Gulfport, FL 33707 Read more

Published 02/20/2012

St. Paddy's Day at Friends of Strays Annual Luncheon!

Join us for our Annual Luncheon on Saturday, March 17 from 12 noon to 3pm at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront in downtown St. Petersburg. Tickets are $30 each, or $275 for a table sponsorship.... Read more

Published 02/11/2012

Caturday fun at the Thrift Shoppe

Ready to adopt? Stop by the Thrift Shoppe on Saturdays from 11am - 2pm... Read more

Published 02/10/2012

Thrift Shoppe

Come support the animals in our shelter by shopping at our Thrift Shoppe in Pinelllas Park. All proceeds help continue the Friends of Strays mission. We have a wide range of items – books, bedding, linens, glassware, gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories for Men & Women. We have Children’s and Plus Sizes also. Every day there is something new, so stop by often! read more


Foster Program

Do you have the time and space to provide temporary homes for animals until permanent, loving homes are found?

Friends of Strays provides all necessary training, cages, formula, and pet food. All you need to provide is temporary love and care. You can have all of the enjoyment of watching the kittens grow and play without the long-term commitment. Become a Foster today! read more