Having to rehome or surrender your pet is a difficult decision and stressful for both owners and animals alike. We understand that life is unpredictable, and though people may love their pets, sometimes they are not in a position to be able to provide them with the care they need. Here at LAPS, we are happy to help you and your animal find a solution that is best for everyone involved. We approach every surrender situation with compassion and kindness in mind.
The Rehoming Process at LAPS
Every animal that is surrendered to our shelter is provided with the resources they need to succeed. From low-stress housing, frequent exercise, unique training programs, and industry-leading medical care, the staff and volunteers at LAPS are committed to the highest levels of care and rehabilitation. Our team of expert trainers and adoption counsellors assess each animal to determine the home environment and lifestyle that they are best suited to. Our goal is to place every animal into a home where they can enjoy a long, happy and healthy life.
Before an animal can be surrendered to our shelter, they must meet certain criteria based on an assessment with our team of trainers and adoption counsellors. Priority for surrendering animals is given to Langley residents, but we are open to people from other areas, space permitting. Because LAPS is a reputable no-kill shelter, we are limited to taking in surrendered animals based on available space within our facility.
If you are looking for more information about surrendering your animal to our shelter, please contact 604 857 5055 to discuss your pet, review their history and details related to their care requirements and for rehoming considerations.
Things to Consider
If you are considering rehoming your pet due to a training or financial challenge, we can help! Before choosing to surrender your pet to our shelter, check out some of our programs that are established for the purpose of keeping people and their pets together.
Major’s Legacy Fund – A financial assistance program for emergency veterinary care. This fund provides funding up to $1500 to community members who love their pets but are facing hardships and are unable to provide their animals with the care they need. Click HERE for more information.
LAPS Pet Pantry– The LAPS Pet Pantry provides free pet food for families with pets in need. The pantry is fully stocked with dog food, cat food and basic care necessities. The food bank is open seven days a week from 9 am to 5:30 pm at the Patti Dale Animal Shelter. Please call us at 604 857 5055 or stop by the shelter and we would be happy to help.
LAPS Dog Training Program – If you are having behavioural issues with your dog and are feeling overwhelmed we can help! Email training@lapsbc.ca to contact one of our expert trainers.
Private Rehoming Info and Resources
Here are a few tools to help the community rehome an animal privately. This is to be used as a tool to support the person rehoming and the new home to make sure the animal has the best outcome.
