Rehoming Your Pet

Located at: 1804 Longwood Drive, Brenham, TX 77833 | Phone: 979-337-7351 | Hours

Can't Keep Your Pet?

We understand that personal circumstances change or that some pets might not be the right fit for your family. We’re here to help. However, the shelter environment is stressful for even the most social pet, so we ask that you explore all other rehoming and pet support options prior to booking a surrender appointment to bring your pet to BPAC.

Rehoming Resources:

I Want to Keep My Pet But I Need Help:

We understand that families can fall on difficult times and if it is a matter of animal supplies, we can definitely help! Contact the shelter for more information on our food pantry.

Low-Cost Veterinary Services: Animal Friends of Washington County

This curated database is provided by Human Animal Support Services and its partners to keep people and pets together.

Pet Support: Human Animal Support Services

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How to Rehome Your Pet

Did you know - 36% of pets entering shelters are surrendered by their owner.

Reasons someone may not be able to care for a pet:

Job loss or losing income
Sudden expensive medical issues
No affordable pet-friendly housing

Rehoming your pet yourself is usually a better options than bringing them to the shelter.

It's more humane for the pet, and for the animals who need shelter services
Being able to choose and stay connected to the new owners gives peace of mind

Reach out to your network. Talk with your friends and neighbors. Post to social media rehoming groups, and ask friends to share the posts.
Post to self-rehoming platforms like home-home.org and adoptapet.com, where owners who need to find new homes for their pets, can match up with potential adopters.
Check in with your local animal shelter for support. Many shelters can post adoption listings, and help market owned pets who need to be rehomed.

If you're facing a crisis, giving up your pet may not be your only options.

Your local animal shelter can tell you about pet food banks, low cost or free veterinary services, crisis fostering for pets who need a safe temporary place to stay, pet mutual aid organizations, assistance paying pet deposits, and more.