Rehoming and Surrenders
We're currently at full capacity and have a waiting list, but please fill out one of the following:
If you're looking to surrender your dog due to behavioral problems, GoodPup can help! When you sign up through our link, you get one free week of training + 10% off a membership if you choose to join. They offer live virtual training sessions as well as unlimited chat features with a trainer.
SFTS is a "Managed Intake" shelter, meaning we choose which animals come into our organization. Dogs and cats who are in need of being rescued from puppy mills, irresponsible breeders, and overcrowded shelters are our top priority. If we have the space and resources available, we'll reach out to you via phone or email to set up an appointment. We require a $50 surrender donation via cash or check to help off-set the cost of care and medical services for the animal, but the fee can be waived for low-income individuals.
Due to the limited amount of space and resources that we have available, we do not take strays. Please call Animal Control at 608-255-2345 and ask for Animal Services or contact DCHS at (608) 838-0413 x100. If you're looking for TNR (Trap, Neuter, Release) services, our vet clinic has an Outdoor Cat Program where barn/community cats can get vaccinated as well as spayed or neutered at a discounted price. WHS and UCC also offer support.
If you'd prefer to rehome without surrendering, here's some virtual options:
If you can't keep your pet due to financial/housing reasons, the following resources may be helpful:
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Emergency Vet Funds: RedRover, The Pet Fund, Henry's Caring Heart
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International & State Databases: Pets of the Homeless and Pets Find Help
- Frequently Asked Questions -
How long will my pet be in the shelter? This is not a question that we can answer because it depends on many different factors including medical and behavioral needs, age, and breed. Large dogs, senior animals, animals with medical needs, and dogs that some apartments refuse to accept (such as Pitbulls) take longer to find a home, and if your pet needs surgery or is sick then it will take time for us to provide treatment which can delay adoption.
How do I know my pet won't be euthanized? Although we have a 97% save rate and never euthanize for space, there are some instances in which we have to euthanize an animal such as if they have a medical condition that leaves them with no quality of life or if they have a behavior issue that puts others in danger and has not been solved with the help of trainers and/or an extensive behavior modification plan. Our mission is to reduce the euthanasia rate of companion animals so it's not a decision that we make lightly, but we're committed to doing what's best for each animal once ownership is relinquished over to us.
Where will my pet be housed? We have a physical shelter location where many animals are kept in kennels and we do have several walk-in enclosures for large dogs, litters of kittens and puppies, or bonded pairs. We also have fosters who can care for animals in their home, but it's not guaranteed that a foster will be available.
If you have further questions about surrendering a pet, please contact our Animal Care Manager at animalcare@sftsrescue.org
