Find Your Pet a Loving Forever Home

We know this is hard. SVPP is a foster-based nonprofit and our limited resources are focused on cats and dogs at local municipal shelters who are sick, injured, scared, or at risk of euthanasia. We don’t have a public shelter facility, and the pets we rescue live in the private homes of our volunteers.

That said, we want to help you navigate good options for your pet.

First, see if you can keep your pet

Many families are able to stay together with the right support. Consider:

• Behavior help: Ask your veterinarian first; many issues (house-soiling, reactivity, barking) have medical or simple training fixes.

• Cost or time crunch: Look into low-cost veterinary clinics, pet food banks, or short-term foster help from friends/family.

• Housing changes: Talk to your landlord about pet addendums/deposits, or search pet-friendly housing filters.

If rehoming is the best choice

You are your pet’s best advocate. Here’s how to do it safely and effectively:

1) Create an irresistible profile

• Great photos (bright window light; face + full-body; one with a person).

• Short video (15–30s) showing personality—play, cuddles, walk, or “sit.”

• Key facts: age, size, breed/mix (if known), spay/neuter, vaccines, microchip, likes, training, home needs (kids/dogs/cats), any medical notes.

2) Share widely (start local)

• Nextdoor (you and trusted friends in nearby neighborhoods).

• Facebook/Instagram: your profile + neighborhood groups + pet community groups.

• Rehoming platforms: services that let you post and screen interested adopters (e.g., Adopt-a-Pet’s “Rehome,” Home-To-Home).

• Offline: a simple flyer for your vet’s office, groomer, daycare, workplace.

3) Screen thoughtfully

• Use a brief questionnaire (home, schedule, other pets, vet info).

• Phone call first; then a meet-and-greet in a public place or your yard.

• If it’s a match, do a home handoff with your pet’s supplies, vet records, and favorite items.

4) Make it official (and safe)

• Charge a modest adoption fee to deter scammers (“free” posts can attract the wrong interest).

• Use a simple adoption agreement and transfer the microchip to the new owner.

• Trust your instincts—if something feels off, keep looking.

Quick posting tips

• Lead with a benefit: “House-trained, cuddly movie buddy,” “Great with respectful kids,” “Loves other cats.”

• Keep it positive and clear (avoid long paragraphs).

• Re-post weekly with a new photo or detail.

• Ask friends/family to share to widen your reach.

We hope these steps help you keep your pet—or find a safe, loving home. You know your animal best, and they’re counting on you.

Additional Rehoming Resources