Animal Surrender Information

If you are considering surrendering an animal, you must schedule an appointment before bringing them to the shelter.

Please note that HSMC is not an open-admission shelter and reserves the right to decline intake under certain circumstances. Additionally, due to high demand, there is always a waiting list, and we can only accept new animals as others are adopted.

If you have found a stray animal, please contact Marion County Animal Control at (352) 671-8727. HSMC does not pick up stray animals and is not equipped to handle nuisance animal situations. Marion County Animal Services also offers a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program to assist with managing feral cat colonies.

Surrendering a Dog

To surrender a dog, please email the HSMC Canine Intake Department at [email protected]. Include the following in your email:

• Clear photos of the dog

• Veterinary records

• Your contact information

• Any additional details that may help us understand the dog’s history and needs

We require this information in advance to assess the dog before scheduling an appointment.

Surrendering a Cat

To surrender a cat, please email the HSMC Feline Intake Department at [email protected]. Include the following in your email:

• Clear photos of the cat

• Veterinary records

• Your contact information

• Any additional relevant details about the cat’s history and temperament

This information allows us to evaluate the cat before scheduling an appointment.

Thank you for understanding our intake process and helping us provide the best care possible for the animals in our community.