Rehoming Your Pet

Guidance and options when you’re unable to keep your pet

A New Leash on Life deeply values the well-being of all animals. Every day, we receive requests to help rehome owned pets, but our mission has always focused on rescuing dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters across North Alabama.

These shelter animals often have no one advocating for them and face the greatest risk of euthanasia. By concentrating our limited resources on shelter pets, we are able to save more lives and make the greatest impact in our community.

While we understand that circumstances can change for pet owners, we believe rehoming should be considered a last resort whenever possible. Keeping pets in loving homes is often the best outcome for both the animal and the family.

If you are unable to keep your pet, we encourage you to explore the resources below and carefully review all available options before making a rehoming decision.

If you need help with spay/neuter or pet food in order to keep your pet, we can help!

Before You Rehome

Explore Behavior Resources

Connect With Local Trainers

For behavior and training resources, visit:


Best Friends Pet Care Resources

You can also contact trusted local trainers:


Island Dog
(256) 270-7762


Such a Good Dog
 (256) 890-1234

If rehoming is the best option for your pet, taking a thoughtful approach can help ensure they find a safe and appropriate home.


If Rehoming is Necessary

We recommend:

Listing your pet on  

www.adoptapet.com

www.rescueme.org

and

Using the Best Friends rehoming resources at 

www.bestfriends.org/resources

Charging a rehoming fee

Using adoption-style application questions to screen interest

Speaking directly with potential adopters, including their veterinarian

Visiting the new home to ensure it's a good fit for your pet

If a potential adopter is unwilling to participate in these steps, it may not be the right match for your pet.

Questions or Additional Support

We would love to offer guidance or resources depending on your situation.

If you have questions, you're welcome to reach out: