Pet Resource Center and Rescue Me Tampa honored for partnership that boosted live outcomes
The board presented a National Association of Counties achievement award to the county Pet Resource Center and Rescue Me Tampa for a partnership that raised live placement rates, helped during a 2024 canine-influenza quarantine of about 300 dogs, and credited volunteers and rescue networks for improved outcomes.
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The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners recognized a partnership between the county Pet Resource Center (PRC) and Rescue Me Tampa with a National Association of Counties achievement award for civic education and volunteerism. Commissioner Cohen and other speakers described PRC's response to a 2024 outbreak that quarantined roughly 300 dogs off-site to protect animal health and allow recovery.
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