Are you experiencing some financial hardships? Recently lost your job or bills this week have made it hard to afford pet supplies? Is your pet experiencing some medical concerns and you’re unable to afford a vet visit?

• ​Contact your local rescue for resources on pet food banks

• Contact us if you are in need of some assistance with small animal supplies

• Look into low cost veterinary clinics

• See if your vet accepts payment plans such as CareCredit or Scratchpay

This is often a reason people choose to rehome; they no longer are able to spend time with their pets. So we ask, how much time do you think your pets need from you? What are the signs that your pet is unhappy or not thriving with the current amount of time you are providing them? Many small animals are social and are content with having a friend of their own more than human interaction. Many other animals are even solitary and enjoy time to themselves. If you are able to still provide them with what they need, such as a roof over their head, fresh food/water, and a clean enclosure, it may be in the animals best interest to stay in their home rather than rehome them. When you think about it, this probably would take maybe half an hour in the morning and in the evening. Is an hour too much of your time to keep your pets?

• ​Create a schedule to better manage your time

• Hire a pet sitter to stop by and spend time with your pet

What have you already tried to ensure both animals needs are being met? Often times, families are consumed with caring for a new pet they no longer want the responsibility of their other pets. Remember: you chose to bring a new animal into your home. Is it fair for your first pets to have to be uprooted and rehomed? Choosing to commit to both means finding ways to ensure both are getting the care they need and not neglecting one. Can you still afford to care for them? Do you still have the space in the home to provide them with a safe enclosure? Then the main reason you’re seeking rehoming is more likely due to not wanting the commitment anymore versus putting the work in as you’ve chosen to add more responsibly. 

• ​Put them in separate rooms

• Create a schedule to ensure exercise and enrichment is met

Sometimes doing what’s best for you pet, is to find them another forever home. There are many platforms to help owners pick the best home for their loved ones. If unable to find them a new home on your home, then reach out to your local rescue or humane society for assistance.

REMINDER: It is not other people’s responsibility or a rescue’s responsibility to take your annimals in if you choose to not take responsibility.

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