Surrender

How to Surrender a Pet

Don’t wait until the last minute!! .

Call to make an appointment. Appointments are made based on available space on a first come first served basis. We will try our best to schedule you as soon as possible or on a convenient day for you. If your call is not answered immediately, leave a message and we will return your call within 24 hours.  Appointments are made in 30 minute increments between 11am – 5pm Tuesday through Sunday.

Be prepared, and remember to bring proof of ownership, a form of identification and the surrender fee.    Acceptable forms of ownership proof include one or more of the following: vet bills, bill of sale, adoption paperwork, microchip information, or something proving that you have willingly cared for the pet for at least 2 weeks.

Make your pet as adoptable as possible.
Consider having your pet spayed/neutered prior to surrender. Be up to date on vaccines. Give your pet a bath to make him/her look their best. Be sure to be honest about your pet including any possible behavior problems as this will help adopters to be more prepared.

Please submit our online questionnaire for each pet you will be surrendering.

Click Here for Dogs

Click Here for Cats

OR

Print our Dog Owner Questionnaire or Cat Owner Questionnaire,  fill out and bring the form with you.

Forms of payment: Cash or all major credit cards.

Surrender Donation Fees
$25 per pet
$40 per litter

Fees received help us provide your pet with the best care possible. It costs an average of $3,000 per day to operate the shelter. This includes animal care, food, socialization, equipment, cleaning, medication and utility bills. Anything extra that you can donate is much needed and appreciated.

Surrender Hours
Tuesday – Sunday 11am- 5pm

CALL: (912) 354-9515 Ext 107

What to expect during your surrender appointment:

All dogs must be on leash and cats and small animals in a carrier.

• Your appointment will last 30 minutes.  Please be prepared to be present for the full 30 minutes.  Print and download the surrender form to streamline the process. Be as detailed as possible.
• Our admitting staff will evaluate your pet for health and behavior.  This will require them to touch and handle your pet.  It is important to understand that your pet may be very different in your home than in a shelter which is unfamiliar.   Your pet must be comfortable around strangers, as the staff and any new adopters are essentially strangers.  If your pet cannot adjust to strangers quickly, the likelihood of adoption is small.
• Be prepared to honestly answer questions about your pet. Everything from likes, dislikes, habits or medical background. These questions are for your pet’s benefit, so we may find him/her the appropriate home.
• Be prepared for a final decision.  Based on your pet’s evaluation, we will inform you of his/her adoptability.  If we feel your pet is not an acceptable candidate for adoption you may either take him/her with you or request euthanasia.