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Animal control shelter outcomes

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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 3, 2026.

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OpposedBecky BywaterNov 3, 2026

Reported 25 dogs taken in from a Haines City breeding situation with no ordinance violated, cited the county's 63% live outcome rate versus 95% in Hillsborough, and urged removing animal control from under the Sheriff's Office.

Board of County Commissioners — November 3, 2026 · 1:56:31 →