Surrender Your Pet
Options to consider before surrendering your pet
We understand that surrendering your companion can be challenging for you and your family. If you are considering surrendering your pet, please do not hesitate to call the shelter to discuss your situation with our staff.
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Unwanted Behaviors: Many unwanted animal behaviors that lead to someone wanting to surrender a pet can be corrected. CASA is available to try and help you find the necessary resources or services that may help you keep your pet.
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Vet Costs: Financial assistance may be available if you find yourself in a situation where you need to surrender your pet due to veterinary costs. See Resources for Financial/Medical Assistance organizations.
If you are considering surrendering your pet to CASA, please follow the steps below. Surrenders are by appointment only, and wait times can vary depending on many factors.
Surrender Steps
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Call or email for counseling/instructions.
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Collect 1 – 3 photographs of your pet to submit with your Inquiry Form (optional).
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Fill out and submit the “Inquiry for Surrender” form online or fill it out and email it with photos to casa@camanoanimalshelter.org.
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Staff will contact you about your inquiry.
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We realize this is often a stressful time and ask for your patience. Feel free to check in via email/phone
*Forms for other animals are available upon request.
Surrender Fees
Surrender fees help cover the costs of caring for your animal while we work to find them a home. If you have an extreme hardship and cannot manage our fee, please talk with the shelter staff.​
Cats, Dogs, or Other pets
$75 per pet
(From Camano Island Residents)
Cats, Dogs, or Other Pets
$100 per pet
(From Non-Camano Residents)
Kitten, Puppy Litters or Pregnant Moms
Fee Waived
(Contact shelter for more details)
*Proof of ownership and ID required