Surrendering Your Pet

We realize that it is sometimes necessary for owners to surrender their pets and the decision to do so is often difficult. Before making the decision, please consider all of your options.

Before scheduling an appointment to surrender your pet, please consider the following:

• Consult with your veterinarian to help rule out any medical conditions that may be affecting your pet.
• Consult with a trainer for help with behavioral issues.
• Talk with trusted friends and family to see if they would be able to care for your pet.

If you find it necessary to surrender your pet, please call OAHS to set up an appointment. OAHS is an open admissions shelter, meaning we will never turn away a surrendered animal due to lack of space or adoptability issues. At the time of the surrender, please bring the following:

• Records for your pet (medical records, bill of sale, etc.)
• Special food, supplies, or toys that you would like to remain with your pet.

OAHS does request a surrender fee for owners surrendering their pets. This fee helps to defray the cost of care for your animal while in our care.

Surrender Fees

Stray Animals

Concerned citizens that find stray animals are encouraged to contact OAHS as soon as possible. Contacting us right away ensures the best chance of reuniting the pet with the owner and/or getting the animal to a safe place to be cared for properly.

OAHS can assist with giving contact information of the animal control officer for the municipality the animal was found in, directly contact an owner who had reported the pet missing, or possibly take the animal in and care for it (providing the animal was found in a municipality within Oconto County that uses the shelter's services.)