Pet Surrender

The Capital Area Humane Society receives nearly 7,000 animals annually from the public. These animals must be owner-surrendered companion animals. We can’t accept animals that have bitten in the past ten days. When you surrender an animal our Counselors will discuss various options with you and suggest alternatives. Helping you keep your pet, by working with you on training issues, is our first step. Our Behavior staff is well versed on animal care issues. Often we can help correct animal behavior issues by working with you. Please plan to spend some time with our Counselors. The more information you can provide us about your pet, the more successful we will be in placing your animal in the appropriate home.

Surrender Fees:

Cat or Dog - $25.00

Litters - $25.00

Others - $10.00

Multiple others - $25.00

Virtual Kennel

Many pet owners choose to advertise their pets on our Web site to verify that their pet is adopted. By placing your pet on our Web site potential adopters can view your pet and contact you directly.

For a nominal fee of $25 you can send us an electronic photo (jpg file) of your pet who will be featured on our web-site.

Surrender Hours:

Monday - Friday: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Closed Sundays

Surrendering Stray Animals

According to Michigan law, a stray animal must go to the County’s Animal Control Agency where it was found. This gives a lost pet the best chance of being reunited with its owner.

Tri-county region animal control agencies can be reached at:

Ingham County Animal Control (517) 676-8370

Eaton County Animal Control (517) 543-5755

Clinton County Animal Control (989) 224-5116