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Pet Surrender

Pet Surrender

If you feel you must surrender your pet, complete this Owner Surrender Form and a team member will contact you to schedule an appointment.

Before surrendering your pet, we strongly recommend having a veterinarian give vaccines (particularly distemper/parvo and bordetella) to help protect your pet, as your pet will be stressed and exposed to other animals with unknown medical histories in the shelter environment.
Note: While our team aims for positive outcomes for all animals, there is no guarantee your pet will be rehomed due to the volume of animals that need our assistance.

Rehoming Resources

As the pet's owner, you have the best chance of finding your pet a new home.
Below are rehoming resources:

Pet Resources

My pet has behavior issues that I don't know how to deal with.

Let's face it, even experienced dog owners sometimes need the help of a professional. Here are some local dog trainers that may be able to help:



Good Pup offers a virtual dog training app on your phone/computer that allows you to video chat with certified behaviorist.

Local dog trainers for behavioral issues:

Local pet stores that offer basic obedience classes:

  • Petsmart
    • Address: 1743 Martin Luther King Blvd
    • Phone: (985) 876-5426
  • Petco
    • Address: 1651 Martin Luther King Blvd
    • Phone: (985) 851-3148

Financial Assistance for dog training :

The Inner Pup offers a Training program called Taaka's Training Vouchers for dogs who have behavioral issues and would benefit from training. Owners are matched with an in-person or virtual trainer that specializes in the issues the dog is experiencing. This service is available to low-income owners of dogs who are not otherwise able to access training. See information about the program here and apply here.


Common Dog Behavior Issues
Click on the issue below to find helpful resources to resolve the problem.

Common Cat Behavior Issues
Click on the issue below to find helpful resources to resolve the problem.

I'm moving and can't take my pet.

There are many pet-friendly housing options for you and your pet in our area. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time when you know you'll be moving to check around for pet policies that will allow your pet.
Here are some helpful resources that offer pet-friendly filtering options:

My pet is injured/sick and I don't know where to take them.

TPAS does not provide veterinary services to pets; however, there are many veterinarians in our area. There are also several emergency vets who see sick/injured pets after hours and on weekends and holidays.

Our local emergency veterinary offices include:

I can't afford to take my pet to the vet.

The Inner Pup offers a Veterinary Assistance Grant program for incidental and chronic issues that are causing a pet pain and suffering. This program provides sponsored veterinary visits for low-income owners of pets who are not otherwise able to access veterinary care. These grants are meant to close a small gap in care and most grantees are approved for $250 worth of care. This program is available for both cats and dogs! See information about the program here and apply here. Please note this program does not handle emergencies.


CareCredit - The CareCredit healthcare credit card helps to manage veterinary expenses, everything from routine exams to unforeseen emergencies. It is subject to credit approval, the amount of credit extended depends on your credit rating, and you must make sure the veterinarian you're using accepts CareCredit.

My pet needs to be neutered/spayed but I can't afford it.

TPAS offers low-cost spay/neuter. For more information, visit our Spay/Neuter webpage.

I'm going through financial tough times right now, and I can't buy food/supplies for my pet.

TPAS may be able to assist with you in a time of need with our Pet Pantry. Email animalshelter@tpcg.org or call (985) 873-6709 to request assistance.


For more information, please call (985) 873-6709.