Surrendering

Surrendering your family member is a difficult decision. If your animal has behavior issues, there may be solutions, such as training to help alleviate the situation.

Because the surrender rate is so high, the shelters and rescues may be full. Below is a list of resources that could help your pet find a good solution.

• Re-Home Your Pet Yourself

  • Access your personal contacts through social media, friends, your veterinarian, etc.

  • Post cute pictures and ask everyone to ‘share’

  • List your pet on adoptapet.com and nextdoor.com. Other options may be available

  • Be patient. This will be hard on your pet and you want to find someone who will be responsible and is financially able to provide preventive care.  

• Is Your Animal a Specific or Mostly Specific Breed? Most breeds have their own rescue:

  • American Kennel Club

  • Specialty Purebred Cat Rescue

  • Siamese Cat Rescue Center

If the current living arrangements necessitate making other arrangements, there are several other local rescue organizations for you to contact.