Surrender a Dog | Buddy Love Dog Rescue

We’re here for you

Life changes. We understand.

Surrendering a dog is never an easy decision, and we know it often comes from a place of love. Buddy Love is here to make sure your dog lands somewhere safe, cared for, and ultimately in a home where they can thrive.

We don’t judge. Jobs are lost, landlords change their rules, families grow, health declines, and situations shift in ways none of us plan for. What matters most to us is that your dog doesn’t end up in a situation that puts them at risk.

Reaching out to us is the right thing to do, and we’re grateful you’re choosing to do it. Capacity does vary, so please fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch as quickly as we can.

The process

What happens after you submit

01

We review your intake request

Our team will look over your submission and reach out within a few business days. We’ll ask any clarifying questions and assess our current capacity.

02

We coordinate a transition plan

Once we’re able to accept your dog, we’ll work with you on timing, what to bring, and what your dog will need to feel safe during the handoff.

03

Your dog goes into foster care

They’ll be placed with a loving foster family, receive any needed vet care, and we’ll begin the process of finding them the best possible match for a new home.

Surrender intake

Tell us about your situation

Please fill this out as completely as you can. The more we know about your dog, the better we can set them up for success.

We review every submission and will be in touch within a few business days. For urgent situations please also call or email us directly.

Want to be part of the solution?

Foster families and volunteers are what make it possible for us to take in dogs who need us most. Every home that opens its doors means we can say yes to one more dog.