Apply to adopt a dog

Our adoptable animals have been with a foster or at our facility. We will share all information learned about them during the adoption process but we ask that you please read their bio to learn more about them. Once you submit an adoption application, our adoption coordinators will contact you to set up a time to meet.

So You Want To
Adopt Your New Best Friend

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FREE FI COLLAR

If you are willing to wait for the right animal to be matched to you, you are an ideal candidate for Mercy Full Project.

As our success rate proves, these precious dogs and cats are well worth the wait.

Good Things Take Time

If adopting, all processes will conclude. Please share a family picture to share the happy news ("HAPPY TAILS")

Step 10

Adopter decision-making: after having our rescue dog at home, it's time to decide if you're going to adopt or not


Step 09

Keep us posted of the progress at your home with daily updates during the FTA (7 days max)


Step 08

Get Ready for FTA- ask questions, get supplies, and take dog home


Step 07

We will ask you to please fill out all forms needed to start foster-to-adopt and to DONATE adoption fee


Step 06

Upon arrival to pick up our MFP dog, we will check References and Housing criteria


Step 05

After we interview you and your family, you will be notified of Approval, Denial or a "Better fit".

Step 04

We will schedule a meet & greet @ MFP Facility or an Adoption Event

Step 03

Fill out an adoption form and we will contact you

Step 02

View animal online (Adopt-a-pet, Pet Finder, social media)

Step 01

Our process is not like regular adoptions- instead, we have a "Foster-to-Adopt" Trial Program! This is to ensure our animals find the very best forever home possible.

If adoption fails & our dog or cat needs to get returned to us, no hard feelings, it's a trial!

Because The Right Home Takes Time

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Learn everything you need to welcome your new dog or cat into a happy, healthy home. This course covers nutrition, training basics, behavior signals, and veterinary care — so you and your pet both feel ready for the adventure ahead.



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Get Pet-Ready: Become the Confident, Prepared Pet Parent

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Give your furry family member the care they deserve with peace of mind that lasts a lifetime. ASPCA Pet Health Insurance helps cover unexpected vet bills, from accidents and illnesses to routine care — so you can focus on what matters most: your pet’s happiness and health.


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Protect Your Pet’s Health

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  • We will not discuss adoption details regarding any particular dog or cat if you have not yet applied to adopt.

  • Mercy Full Project is a 100% volunteer, non-profit organization. We will make every effort to schedule your home visit in a timely manner. Please be patient with us…the dogs and cats need our time too.

  • All dogs and cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on all shots prior to adoption

  • Adoption fees vary.

  • If the Dog or Puppy is not yet Spayed/ Neutered, they are unable to start the FTA program with any family (except for those who reside in Hillsborough County).


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Mercy Full Project & the Giving Poop

Empower positive change! Dedicated to helping dogs in need, The Giving Poop pledge 25% of their monthly profits to organizations that support their welfare. 

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Sip Coffee. Save Dogs.

Freshly roasted coffee delivered to your door—each purchase helps provide care, food, and second chances for dogs rescued from abuse.

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Adopter Benefits That Start You Off Strong

We’ve partnered with Dale Mabry Animal Hospital to offer exclusive adopter benefits that help you and your new pet start strong. These perks are designed to support your pet’s health from day one and make the transition into their forever home a little easier.

It’s our way of saying thank you for choosing rescue and giving an animal a second chance.