Surrender Services
Sadly, we receive more emails and calls about surrendering an animal, than people who are looking to adopt. We do try to accommodate as many animas as we can while still making sure there is sufficient space in a healthy environment.
We understand that pet owners may face situations where they are unable to care for their animals. Please consider every available alternative before surrendering your pet. At the SPCA of Hernando Rescue Ranch & Shelter, we are dedicated to supporting our community. However, we cannot accommodate walk-ins , please call or email us to inquiry about available space.
Please understand that the SPCA of Hernando Rescue Ranch & Shelter reserves the right to refuse to take an animal under any circumstances.
Please follow the steps below to surrender an animal to the SPCA of Hernando Rescue Ranch & Shelter.
What you should know about the surrender process
-The SPCA of Hernando Rescue Ranch & Shelter cannot pick up stray animal, animals that are being surrendered, and we do not have the resources to help with animal nuisances. We do not have a TNR (trap, neuter, & release program) that can assist with feral colonies. Please contact Feral cat programs by clicking here.
-Please call or email us to check for availability as we cannot guarantee space.
Click here for contact information.
-When surrendering a pet, it is crucial to recognize that the legal ownership of the animal is transferred to the SPCA of Hernando Rescue Ranch & Shelter.
-Please refrain from visiting your surrendered pet, as it may negatively impact the animal's adaptation to the shelter and hinder adoption process.
-After surrendering an animal to the SPCA of Hernando Rescue Ranch & Shelter, , you will be restricted from adopting a new one for at least one year from the date of surrender.
Fees and Requirements
As a non-profit 501(c)3 the SPCA of Hernando Rescue Ranch & Shelter operates on service fees and donations.
To support the needs of the community, the SPCA of Hernando Rescue Ranch & Shelter has the following fees and requirements for surrender:
Requirements for Cat Surrenders
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Up to date rabies shot
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Must have a negative result on a feline leukemia/combo test within 3 months of coming to the shelter.
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All veterinary records
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Medication ( if needed)
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Toys, beds, belongings from home to be more comfortable here
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Special food and/or treats that they need and/or like
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No Feral Cats.
Fees for Cat Surrenders
Requirements for Dog Surrenders
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Up to date rabies shot
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Must have a negative result on a Heartworm test within 3 months of coming to the shelter.
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All veterinary records
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Medication ( if needed)
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Toys, beds, belongings from home to be more comfortable here
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Special food and/or treats that they need and/or like
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Must be evaluated by dog handler.
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Must be on a leash.
Fees for Dog Surrenders
Rehoming
If you prefer rehoming your pet without taking it to the shelter, please click the links below on how to safely rehome your pet.
Directly rehoming your pet to a caring home can help alleviate the stress of the shelter and ensure that your pet goes to a person of your choice when done ethically and responsibly.
Links to Rehome Your Pet Ethically and Responsibly
Please do not place an ad for “free to good home” in the newspaper, unless you are able and willing to thoroughly screen the potential adopters. A “free to good home” ad is an easy way of finding animals for the illegal dog fighting community, laboratories, people with criminal records of animal abuse etc.
Check out adoptions websites such as, Adopt-A-Pet, that have programs to help you rehome your pet from your loving home directly to another.