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Tampa Bay Celebrates National Rescue Dog Day

Roxanne Wilder May 20th

Did you know today is National Rescue Dog Day?

If you’ve been contemplating adopting a sweet little pet, go for it because today is the special day to do it. In light of the pandemic, we have seen an increase in people wanting to adopt a precious pooch, so that’s a good thing.

Today recognizes the benefits of adopting a dog that needs rescued.

More than three million dogs end up in shelters each year.

There are so many shelters in the Tampa Bay area with pets available for adoption:

In Hillsborough County you can visit the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.

In Pinellas County the Humane Society of Pinellas and Suncoast Animal League have rescue dogs available.

In Pasco County try Pasco County Animal Services.

For more on this story, click here.

What’s open, what’s closed in Tampa Bay

Some Florida businesses are reopening as the number of COVID-19 cases begin to go down. Many have limited hours and capacity so it’s a good idea to call ahead.

  • Restaurants

    Restaurants can operate at 50% capacity.

  • Publix

    Publix locations have returned to normal hours (7am to 9pm).

  • Local Malls

    Most Tampa area malls are now reopened, although some stores have not reopened yet.

  • Disney Springs

    Disney Springs will reopen May 20.

  • Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

    The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino reopened May 21.

  • Florida Aquarium

    The Florida Aquarium is open. Online reservations are required for all guests.

  • Universal Orlando Resort

    Parks open June 5 at reduced capacity. Guests must go through a temperature check and wear a face mask.

  • Beaches

    Pinellas County beaches reopened May 4th. Beaches are also open in Manatee County, Hernando County, and Sarasota County

  • City Of Tampa Parks

    All Tampa parks, dog parks, beaches and year-round pools are open. Certain areas in the parks will remain closed and residents will be required to practice social distancing and gatherings of more than 10 people will not be prohibited.

  • Walmart

    Walmart stores are open.

  • Disney Springs

    The parks remain closed, but some retail stores and restaurants are open at Disney Springs.

  • Trader Joe’s

    Stores are closing at 8pm instead of 9pm. Customers wait outside in a line to keep from overcrowding in the store.

  • Bars

    Florida bars and nightclubs closed on March 17. Bars can reopen at 50% capacity indoors and full capacity outdoors starting June 5. Dance clubs remain closed.

  • Target

    Stores close at 9p daily. They are also reserving the first hour of shopping each Wednesday to support the elderly and people with underlying health concerns.

  • AMC Theaters

    Theaters are closed until further notice.

  • Drive-In Movies

    It's a blast from the past and with the current situation, drive-ins in Tampa, Dade City, Ruskin and Lakeland are thriving!

  • Fast Food

    Most fast food restaurants have returned to full operation, no longer just offering drive thru service.

  • Busch Gardens

    Reopening June 11. They'll be closed Tuesday and Wednesday to start.

  • MOSI

    MOSI, along with The Glazer Children’s Museum, Tampa Museum of Art, Henry B. Plant Museum and The Florida Aquarium are closed.

  • Tampa Theatre

    Tampa Theatre is doing "virtual screenings" until they can reopen.

  • ZooTampa

    They are open. Advance tickets & reservations are not required but are highly recommended to guarantee entry.

  • Kennedy Space Center

    Kennedy Space Center reopened May 28.

  • Salons

    Salons reopened Monday, May 11.

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