Information for Surrendering Your Pet

The Humane Rescue Alliance is currently accepting cat surrenders by appointment only. 

202-723-5730, option 3

Unfortunately, at this time we're unable to accept any dog surrenders. 

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Rehoming Your Pet

If you are unable to keep your pet we are here to help and to provide you with resources, like the option to post your pet on the rehoming platform Adopt-a-Pet.com.REHOME YOUR PET THROUGH ADOPT-A-PET.COM

If you need assistance listing your pet please call 202-723-5730 and speak to someone on our Pet Support team. 

Additional Rehoming Resources

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Alternatives to Surrendering Your Pet 

We may be able to help you keep your pet at home or there may be alternative rehoming options available to you. Please consider the following alternatives before surrendering your pet. In the event these alternative resources don't address the circumstances you are experiencing with your pet, please follow the steps below for scheduling a surrender process. 

• Behavior issues
• Cannot afford medical care
• Allergies
• Pregnancy
• Too many animals
• Unexpected litters
• Domestic violence 

Resource Guide for Animal Caregivers

The purpose of this guide is to provide information in response to common questions or concerns that community members may have related to caring for their animals. 

HRA Resource Guide for Animal Caregivers (download PDF)

 

GUIA DE RESCURSOS PARA CUIDADORES DE ANIMALES

El propósito de esta guía es brindar información en respuesta a preguntas o inquietudes comunes que los miembros de la comunidad puedan tener relacionadas con el cuidado de sus animales.

Guia de Rescursos Para Cuidadores de Animales (descargar PDF)