Our staff will call you via a private number after we receive your completed surrender application form. Please be aware that the entire surrender process may take up to two weeks to complete. If you wish to discuss options for surrendering an animal that is not a dog, cat or rabbit, please email our surrenders team on lonsdale rspcasa. What is the surrender process? If you would like to surrender your pet, please fill out our online forms to make an appointment.
Once the form has been received, our staff will contact you to make a surrender appointment. You must bring personal identification with you, as well as proof of pet ownership and any veterinary information. All surrendered animals undergo medical and behavioural assessment according to nationally standardised guidelines, to ensure they are fit and healthy for safe rehoming into the community.
RSPCA South Australia asks that you consider making a contribution at the time of surrender to help with the cost of caring for your pet while he or she is in our care — including behavioural assessments and training, medical care, microchipping, vaccinations, desexing, sheltering costs, etc. While RSPCA South Australia cannot guarantee an adoption outcome for every animal surrendered to us, we rehome 9 out of every 10 animals that come into our care.
Once assessed as suitable to rehome, we will find the animal a home — no matter how long it takes. Pet surrender Explore options available to you.
Are you considering surrendering your pet? We strongly recommend you: Speak with a trainer. We only recommend force-free trainers. Exercise your pet. I think my pet may have behavioural problems. We also recommend trying some or all of the following tips: Prevent boredom. Freeze dog treats so your pet has to work to get them. Increase social time. Consider dog-walkers or sitters. If you are short on time, consider force-free dog walkers and pet service providers online.
All pets benefit from environmental enrichment. My pet keeps escaping. We recommend these tips: Keep your pet entertained. Look at your fencing. Ensure your fence is secure and high enough to safely contain your dog. Bring your dog indoors. Have your pet desexed. If your pet is neutered or spayed it will be less likely to go in search of a mate. The National Desexing Network helps you find vets in your area at discount rates.
Learn more here. My pet is showing signs of aggression. Is your pet healthy, happy and well exercised? These factors can influence anxiety and anti-social behaviour. Reward good behaviour. Rewards through attention and food can go a long way. Reinforce positive interaction, rather than reprimanding undesirable behaviours. Seek professional help. A force-free trainer may be able to support and help you.
I need financial assistance to get my pet desexed or to cover expensive medical treatment. Several options may be available to you: Consider VetPay. Then, write a quick description of the type of animal they are, including things like their age, breed, personality, likes, dislikes and preferences.
We urge you to think about screening interested parties who get in touch with you, as outlined below. These guidelines have been designed for organisations and businesses that sell animals, but many of the same principles still apply. Responsible breeders and rescue organisations will likely have a clause in their paperwork that encourages you to bring your pet back in the event you can no longer take care of it. They will then rehome the animal themselves. Do a bit of digging to find out what their policy is or call the organisation or breeder to talk through your situation.
There are a bunch of breed and species-specific rescue groups that may be able to rehome your pet with a suitable owner who has prior knowledge of pets just like yours. Many people worry about what will happen to their pets should they no longer be in a position to care for them themselves. Find out more info here. We recommend having an open and honest conversation with the potential new family to get an idea of their lifestyle.
Have they owned a pet before? What are their work hours like? Can they go for regular walks? Do they go on holiday often? In return, give them as much information about your pet as possible and answer any questions they have. If your pet is keen on digging under fences or jumping the gate, these points are critical in setting them up for success in their new home. Take your pet over to their potential new home or a park to meet the interested owners in person.
This will give your pet the chance to meet their potential new family and see whether it is a great fit. The meet up will allow you to get a good understanding of how your pet is reacting to the new people and environment. Be honest about the type of pet they are. Have there been issues with their behaviour? We understand that sometimes situations occur or life circumstances change and you may find you can no longer take care of your pet. We also know that giving up your pet is an incredibly difficult decision — so thank you for reaching out to us for help.
Alternative options for support may well be available to you and your pet. We encourage you to discuss all options with our staff, we may be able to assist in a variety of ways to help you keep your animal such as:. Many options exist for easily rehoming your pet with new owners. It is also important to prepare your pet for this change in their life.
It can often take weeks or even months to find your pet a new home.
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