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3. Discuss the problem with your vet. Your vet may be able to suggest a training method or even a medication to eliminate the problem.
Keep in mind that if you don't want to deal with
the problem, a stranger won't want to deal with
it either -- and might even become abusive to
the dog or cat. In the end, if you don't
solve the problem, the dog or cat might be considered
unacceptable and euthanized.
If you are considering surrendering your pet for any other reason:
1. Place an ad in The Blade.
Be responsible to have any pet spayed or neutered before he or she leaves your care. Puppies and kittens can be spayed or neutered at 10 weeks of age if they weigh at least two pounds (kittens) or four pounds (puppies). Things to remember are:
2. Post a flyer with your pet's picture, height, weight, breed, personality traits, at your vet office, groomers, pet stores, grocery stores, coffee shops, work place etc.
3. If it is a dog, contact a dog rescue group for assistance and advice. There
are breed specific rescues. Be aware that rescue
groups get many calls every day from
people wanting to surrender their dog who is like
their "child" and must deal with good
and bad reasons for surrendering of dogs...You
must help yourself to help this dog.
Rescues can only do so much and are often all
volunteers.
4. Contact local shelters/humane societies
about their owner surrender policies. These
numbers are in the who to call section. Be aware that it is much more difficult for shelters to place older animals.
Remember, if you must place your pet in another home, you are in a better position to do this than most rescue groups. Knowing the pet's temperament, you can screen potential families and identify the best match for your pet. And you can ensure that the transition is as smooth as possible, without any time spent in strange and traumatic circumstances.
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