Surrendering Your Pet
We understand that sometimes unfortunate circumstances occur and you may no longer be able to keep your pet. We know that surrendering a pet is an incredibly difficult decision and hope that you have sought out other rehoming options for your pet that don't require a shelter stay.
If it is not possible to keep your pet, we are committed to the best possible outcome for all pets that come through our doors.
- Residents of Athens-Clarke County must make an appointment to surrender pets.
- There is no fee associated with surrendering a pet.
- Surrendering owners must bring their pet to the shelter and provide proof of residency in Athens-Clarke County.
- In most cases, surrendered animals are offered for adoption immediately. As space is limited, however, we cannot guarantee any surrendered animal will be held for adoption.
- It is helpful for owners to also provide any veterinarian records they have for their pet.
Please fill out the form below to start the process.
*Please do not fill out this form in an emergent situation (dog attacked another animal/person, cat escaped and was hit by a car, etc.). Please immediately call the shelter at (706) 613-3540.*