Surrendering a Pet

Giving up a Pet

Due to current staffing shortages, NHS needs to temporarily limit the number of animals in shelter. We are still taking all strays from our jurisdiction. But we are accepting owner-surrendered animals only in emergency situations. We do have options if you wish to rehome your pet. You can read more about those alternative options here.

Helpful Tips

Check with family or friends first to see if your pet might be placed with a familiar person who already loves them.
If behavior is the issue (Fluffy stopped using the litter box or Spot continuously barks), our FREE behavior helpline offers advice and solutions to owners at their wits end.
NHS offers a wide range of training classes in a private or group setting, that focus on a positive approach when working with you and your dog if behavior and manners are an issue.
Our free pet food pantry can help with pet food and supplies such as cat litter.
There are safe ways to rehome your pet to ensure they go to a loving home. Check out the NHS-monitored Facebook pet rehoming page.

The process of surrendering your pet

If you are a resident of Omaha or Sarpy County and are unable to keep your pet for safety reasons, eviction, the pet is sick, injured or aggressive etc. our staff will evaluate and accept pets on a case-by-case basis at the shelter.

Hours: Weekdays 9 a.m.-7 p.m. / Weekends 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Si necesita ayuda para completar un formulario de solicitud de entrega en español, llame al 402-905-3462 ext 2262 para dejar un mensaje de voz. Un representante de servicio al cliente de habla hispana lo llamará para ayudarlo.