Need to give up your pet?

We know giving up a pet is a hard decision. Surrendering your animal to the shelter should be a last resort. Please try these options first:

Before you surrender your pet

• Ask friends or family if they can adopt your pet.
• Use free rehoming websites to find your pet a new home.
• Talk to your vet or look online for help with behavior problems.
• Ask us about pet food assistance if you're having trouble affording food.

Surrendering your pet to Clay County Animal Services

If you live in Clay County and cannot keep or rehome your pet, we can help.

Here's what to do:

1. Make an appointment.
   Email animalservices@claycountygov.com or call (904) 269-6342 .

   Accessibility:
   Dial 711 (Telecommunications Relay Service) and provide the operator with the number above or call the Florida Relay Service at 1-800-955-9555 — Florida Relay Service .

2. Fill out the correct form to help us learn about your pet:

   • Dog Information Form
     Download dog information form (opens in a new tab)
   • Cat information form
     Download cat information form (opens in a new tab)
3. Bring vet records if you have them.
4. Show a valid Clay County ID.
5. Pay the $50 surrender fee per pet.