Tips for Rehoming Your Pet

If you need to rehome your pet, here are some resources to help you through this process. Be sure to give yourself time to rehome your pet as this process can some time to find the right family for your pet. 

Pet Rehoming Websites

These websites are specifically designed to help individual pet owners rehome their pet on their own.

• Rehome Adopt-a-Pet
• Home to Home
• Petango

Post on Social Media

Facebook, Instagram, email lists, and NextDoor apps are great outlets to use when posting about your pet. Make sure to change the post’s privacy settings to “public” so everyone can see and share it. Search for pet rehoming groups in your specific area.

Information to Share with Marketing Your Pet

• Pet’s name
• Age, spay/neuter status, vaccinations/health status
• If your pet gets along with other dogs, cats, or children
• House trained
• Crate trained
• Any health or behavior issues
• Think about what makes your pet special, delightful, quirky, or fun
• Describe the ideal family or environment for your pet
• Neighborhood where your pet is located

Show Off Your Pet's Personality

Use Pictures! 
A good way to capture attention of a potential adopter is with a bright, in-focus photos to show your pet’s personality. 

Pay Attention to Your Wording
Creating a cute bio about your pet is a great opportunity to tell readers why your pet is special and would make a great addition to their family. 

Adoption Screening

Here are a few things to consider as you rehome your pet:

• Asking for a veterinarian reference
• Collecting a rehoming fee

Never Abandon Your Animal

Abandoning your animal puts their life at risk and is illegal.