To surrender an animal, first complete the Owner Surrender Form, please email pictures of your animal to [email protected]. ARC representatives will then contact you when we are able to take in your animal. If the shelter is at capacity, you will be placed on a waiting list. We do not know how long your wait will be but we will notify you when we have space. The surrender fee is $20 per adult animal (6 months and older) and $5 per animal under 6 months old. Once surrendered, the animals will be evaluated and may be immediately placed for adoption. Owners are encouraged to provide any pet supplies, such as food, bowls, crates, or toys, along with the surrender fee to help the animal adjust to its new environment.
Please note:
We are not an open admission shelter. We understand that there are life circumstances beyond your control that affect your ability to keep your pet. However we can not accept all pets because we typically do not have enough space. One of the main reasons people come to us is because we are a no-kill rescue, so we hope you understand that we do not want to euthanize animals based upon space issues
It is always less stressful for your pet to stay in their home until a new home can be found. Here are some options to help your pet transition without submitting them to the stress of entering the shelter system.
You can post your pet in this Facebook group. There are also tips and resources for helping to solve issues (training, low cost care, help with food) posted on this page.
Are you looking for a new home for your pet? They are here to help you safely find a loving forever home for your pet. All you need to do is to set up your pet’s profile in less than 10 mins. Once complete, your pet’s profile will be posted on Adopt-a-Pet.com and be seen by millions of visitors each month!
Get the word out about your pet needing a new home in as many places as possible. Talk to friends, family members, coworkers, neighbors, your veterinarian, your groomer – they may know someone who might be interested in adopting your pet.
If you still think you need to have your pet enter the shelter system, you can complete the owner surrender form but please be aware that there is usually a very long waiting list and you will be contacted when able to bring your animal in. All animal surrenders are appointment based only. Email pictures of animal to [email protected].
We cannot accept feral cats and will not keep those we cannot handle.
**Please note: Animal Rescue of Carroll does not hold an Animal Control Contract with the City of Carroll or Carroll County.
Carroll Police Dept: 712-792-3536
ARC is not obligated to hold an animal that is sick or injured beyond treatable capacity for ARC. The animal will be humanely and painlessly euthanized by licensed veterinary staff. This is up to the sole discretion of ARC representatives.
1721 E 10th St., Carroll, Iowa 51401
[email protected]
712-790-9116
Mon, Wed: 11AM – 3PM | Fri: 3PM – 6PM
Sat: 10AM – 1PM
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