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Re-homing/Owner Relinquishment

8/23/2016

 
FAQ > Services

When an owner can no longer care for their pet, they can relinquish their ownership rights to us. We will do the absolute best we can to find your pet a forever home; however we cannot guarantee that. Relinquished pets will be evaluated for health and temperament shortly after intake. Behaviorally sound, physically healthy pets are placed up for adoption. Some behavioral issues can be managed in the shelter environment and the staff will develop a humane training regimen to modify or manage the behaviors in question.

Some behavioral problems intensify due to the stress of adjusting to a new environment and routine. We work with over 70 limited admission rescue groups, many of which are breed-specific. If a pet would likely thrive in a foster environment, they may be submitted for evaluation to a rescue group; however, a rescue group may reject them if their behavior is deemed too severe or dangerous, or if the pet does not reach their criteria.

We always encourage owners to use us as a last resort. Please see this page to see our check list of resources for owners needing to re-home their pet.

It’s also worth noting that the R-H SPCA is a nonprofit, 501(c)3 animal shelter. Our goal is to find as many responsible owners for as many healthy, friendly pets as possible. We do not make a profit from adoption fees.
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