We'll walk you through every option — from keeping your pet to rehoming responsibly — with safety ratings, real resources, and tools to protect your pet at every step.
Before anything else — explore every resource available to help you stay together. Most surrender reasons have solutions.
"I don't know what's happening. But I know you're stressed — I can feel it. I've been staying closer to you because of it."
"When you come home, I'm at the door. Every single time. That's not habit. That's love. That's my whole world walking through that door."
"I don't understand money or leases or behavior problems. I only understand you. You are my safe place."
"Please — there are people who can help. Let them help us stay together."
You are not a bad person for struggling. Financial hardship, housing instability, behavior challenges, and medical costs are the top four reasons people surrender pets — and all four have resources below. Please explore these before moving to the next step.
The Pet Fund
Grants for non-basic, non-emergency vet care
RedRover Relief
Emergency financial assistance for pet owners in crisis
Brown Dog Foundation
Financial aid for life-threatening pet illnesses
Frankie's Friends
Emergency vet care funding for cats and dogs
ASPCA Financial Assistance
Directory of local low-cost vet resources
Lost Our Home Pet Foundation
Temporary boarding if you're in housing crisis — you keep ownership
ASPCA Virtual Behaviorist
Free behavior advice for common issues
Fear Free Happy Homes
Evidence-based training and behavior resources
AKC Good Citizen Program
Structured training for dogs — improves adoptability and home life
International Cat Care
Cat behavior guides and resources
Petfinder Training Resources
Free guides for common behavior challenges