• 550 Route 22 Pawling NY, 12564
  • 845-493-0094
  • Contact@happylifeanimalrescue.org
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Need to Rehome Your Pet?

Sometimes life throws curveballs, and rehoming a pet becomes a difficult but necessary decision. We're here to help you do it the right way — with your pet's well-being front and center.

Is cost part of the issue? Our Community Pet Food Pantry offers free pet food and supplies during our open hours — it may help you keep your pet at home.

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Two Ways to Rehome Your Pet

Depending on your timeline and your pet's needs, one of these paths may be a better fit than the other.

Do It Yourself

Rehome by Adopt-a-Pet

A safe, secure platform that helps you find and screen a loving new family for your pet yourself — while keeping them comfortable at home during the process.

  • You stay in control of screening adopters and scheduling meet-and-greets
  • Your pet stays in your home until a match is found
  • When you use our link, your pet also appears on the Happy Life Animal Rescue website for extra visibility
Listing fees run $5–$50 depending on your pet's age and type. Use referral code HLAR92092 for 90% off.
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How Rehome Works Pet Owner FAQ
By Appointment

Surrender to Happy Life

We accept direct surrenders for dogs and cats when space allows. This is not an emergency drop-off service — as a limited-intake shelter, we can only take in as many animals as we're able to properly care for.

  1. Email us to request a surrender form
  2. Provide up-to-date medical records and a recent trainer or behaviorist report
  3. We review your submission and, if it's a fit, place your pet in our surrender queue

This can take time depending on available space, foster homes, and your pet's individual needs — we'll stay in touch and guide you through it.

Email Us to Get Started

Rehome by Adopt-a-Pet FAQ

Is there a cost to list my pet?

Yes, Rehome charges a small listing fee between $5 and $50 depending on your pet's age and type. Using our referral code HLAR92092 takes 90% off that fee.

Where does the link take me?

Our referral link goes directly to the Rehome sign-up form — we suggest reading How Rehome Works first.

What happens after I list my pet?

Rehome helps you screen potential adopters, set up meet-and-greets, and complete the adoption — all while your pet stays comfortable at home.

We Know This Isn't Easy

Whether you rehome your pet yourself or go through our surrender process, we're here to support you every step of the way.

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