🐾 Other ways to help your pet before giving them up

If you are thinking about giving up your pet, try these ideas first. They may help you keep your pet or find them a new home without bringing them to the shelter.

🏠 Try to find a new home yourself

You can find a good home for your pet without going to a shelter. Here’s how:

• Talk to family and friends – Ask if they or someone they know is looking for a pet.
• Tell your coworkers – Sometimes people at work may be interested.
• Post flyers and use social media – Make a flyer with a clear photo and share it online.
• Use free re-homing websites – Many sites let you post about your pet at no cost.
• Keep your pet if you move – Many landlords allow pets. It may take time to find one, but don’t give up!

Tip: Pets that are spayed/neutered, up to date on shots, and trained are more likely to be accepted by landlords and new families.

🐶 Get help with behavior problems

Sometimes pets act out because they need help or training. Before giving up:

• Check the Animal Humane Society Pet Behavior Library (opens in a new tab) for advice.
• Talk to your vet. Sometimes health problems cause behavior issues.
• If your pet shows aggressive behavior, your vet may help with a special referral.

🍽️ Ask for pet food help

If you’re having a hard time buying pet food, we may be able to help.

• When we have donated food, we can give some to pet owners in need.
• Call us to ask if food is available: (904) 269-6342 .

🐾 Low-cost vet clinics

If assistance is needed for your pet's medical care, the clinics below offer affordable services:

• Clay Humane Society Animal Clinic, Inc.
  📍 2230 Filmore Street, Orange Park, FL 32073 (opens in Google Maps in a new tab)
  📞 (904) 276-7729
  🌐 clayhumane.org (opens in a new tab)
• Every Pet
  📍 6817 Norwood Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32208 (opens in Google Maps in a new tab)
  📞 (904) 425-0005