Finding a Home for Your Pet
Are you in the unfortunate position of no longer being able to keep your pet? We do hope that you try as many different options as possible to keep your pet. But in the event that you can't, here are a few alternatives to try before taking your pet to the shelter.- Consider Behavior Training
If you are looking for a new home for your own pet because of a behavior issue, please consider consulting with an animal trainer or behaviorist. Many behavior issues can be corrected in a relatively short amount with professional advice and guidance.
- Post a Flyer
Make a flyer and post the flyer at veterinarian offices, pet stores, local events. The flyer should include a picture of the animal, a description and contact information.
- Place an Ad
Put an ad in your local paper (The Monterey Herald will run an Adopt-A-Pet ad for $5 for 3 lines for 5 days)
- Is your animal purebred?
Consider contacting a purebred rescue group through the following listings:
• WonderPuppy - listing of Dog Breed Rescue Groups in CA
• Purebred Cat Breed Rescue - listing of Purebred Cat Rescues
- Are you in the military and need temporary
placement of your pet while overseas?
Visit the following websites for assistance:
• NetPets (cats and dogs)
• Operation Noble Foster (cats only)
- Contact Animal
Friends Rescue Project - (831) 333-0722
They can help in the following ways:
• Stay at Home Rescue Program
• Compassionate Surrender Program
• Attend one of their Offsite Adoption Days with your Pet
• Post your animals for free on their website
- Contact Salinas
Animal Shelter
- (831)758-7285
- Contact The
SPCA of Monterey County- from Monterey (831) 373-2631;
from Salinas (831) 422-4721
Accepts owner surrenders from Salinas residents.
144 Hitchcock Rd., Salinas
Accepts any owner surrendered animal. They are open 365 days per year.
1002 Highway 68 (across from Laguna Seca)