Surrender a Cat or Dog

Surrender a Cat

The admissions process will take 30 – 45 minutes. Please bring your cat in a carrier if possible; we do not accept surrenders of cats or kittens in traps. We do not admit cats or kittens who cannot be handled.

For information on our feral cat TNR program, click here!

Fill out Cat Surrender Request Form

Surrender a Dog

Animal Humane is currently at capacity and unable to accept dog surrender requests.

Please use the following resources to assist you in the meantime:

Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department: City residents can request an Admissions Appointment via 311 or schedule online:

Bernalillo County Animal Care Services: For residents outside of Albuquerque but within Bernalillo County, please click here to schedule your appointment

Rehome Your Pet: Click here for tips on rehoming your pet

Resource Guide: Click here to access Animal Protection of New Mexico’s resource guide

Safety Net: Our Safety Net program is currently at capacity and is not accepting new requests.  Please see the list of emergency resources clinics on our veterinary page if your pet is in a life-threatening situation.

Behavior Helpline: Animal Humane’s Behavior Helpline is a free resource for all pet owners experiencing behavior difficulties