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🏳️ Surrender a Pet

We understand this is a difficult decision. Please fill out the form below and we'll be in touch to discuss next steps.

Our Surrender Process

9 steps · typically 3–7 days

  1. 1
    Initial Review

    We review your request and assess whether we have capacity to help your pet.

  2. 2
    Conduct Interview

    A conversation about your pet's history, health, behavior, and your reasons for surrendering.

  3. 3
    Record Collection

    Please gather your pet's vet records, vaccination history, and any relevant documents.

  4. 4
    Evaluation & Decision

    Our team evaluates your pet's needs and our current capacity to make a final decision.

  5. 5
    Foster Placement

    We identify a foster home or kennel placement that is the right fit for your pet.

  6. 6
    Surrender Agreement

    Review and sign our surrender agreement, which transfers legal care to the rescue.

  7. 7
    Awaiting Signature

    Waiting for your signed surrender agreement before we proceed.

  8. 8
    Intake & Drop-Off

    We'll coordinate a drop-off date and intake logistics to welcome your pet into our care.

  9. 9
    Surrender Fee

    A surrender fee helps offset the cost of veterinary care and housing for your pet.

👤 Your Information

Required to verify you meet the minimum age of 18 for surrender agreements.

🐾 Pet Information

At minimum, select your pet's type (e.g. Dog, Cat). Breed is optional.

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📷 Pet Photos

Add up to 3 photos to help our team. These will be transferred to the animal's record if accepted.

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📝 Surrender Details

🐾 Behavior Questionnaire

For each situation below, tell us how often it happens. Your honest answers help us understand your pet and match them with the right home — there are no wrong answers, and it's okay to skip anything you're unsure of.

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Get questions tailored to your pet

Right now you're only seeing a few general questions below. Select your pet's type above (required) to unlock the full set of questions tailored to them and continue.

How often does the animal stay relaxed when picked up or handled for routine care?
How often does the animal struggle, freeze, or try to escape when handled?
How often is the animal energetic, restless, or 'always on the go'?

🩺 Care Assessment

Please rate your pet's current state on a scale of 1 to 5. We use this to understand your pet's true needs so we can find an experienced foster or rescue partner who is equipped to thrive with them.

1 = Perfectly healthy, no issues.
2 = Minor, treatable issues (e.g., ear infection, dental).
3 = Chronic but managed conditions (e.g., allergies).
4 = Significant manageable conditions (e.g., diabetes, mobility).
5 = Severe medical needs (e.g., daily meds, fluids, hospice).
1 = Easy to walk and handle.
2 = Pulls slightly on leash, manageable energy.
3 = Strong puller, high energy, needs training.
4 = Very strong / pulls hard, difficult to manage.
5 = Very difficult to handle (e.g., extremely strong puller, feral).

❓ Additional Questions