 
ADVICE ON RE-HOMING YOUR PET 
When contacting a prospective adopter for the first time, have a few questions ready so that you can
get an idea of the new home and how your pet will be kept. Remember, you have a right to screen
people wanting to adopt your pet and to choose the home you think will be the best for your pet.
Once you have chosen a prospective family that you feel happy with, arrange for them to see your pet
and for you to see their home. It might be a good idea to have your questionnaire with you so that you
don't forget to ask something which may be important to the welfare of your pet.
It is advisable not to hand over your pet until you have seen their living arrangements. If all goes well, ask
the adopter to fill in a pet adoption form. If you have any concerns at all, discuss them and if you decide
not to hand over your pet, don't be afraid to say so.
Do ask the adopting family to contact you in the first instance if the adoption doesn't work out or their
circumstances change. You can then have the option of taking the pet back, helping with the problem or
finding an alternative home.
We strongly advise you to have your companion pet neutered so that he or she cannot be abused by an
unscrupulous breeder. Animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits and rodents are vulnerable as they breed very
easily and some people will use them just for breeding thinking they can earn a few pounds.
If your pet has been microchipped, which is always advisable, don't forget that owners details will need to
be changed.
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