Surrendering your companion
Because the Hill Country SPCA is a “No-Kill” shelter, we will never euthanize an animal already in care to make room for another unwanted pet, and we operate at full capacity 24/7, 365 day a year.
If we can provide you assistance in keeping your animal please let us know, our goal is to keep your pet in their current, loving home. There are so many homeless animals out there being euthanized every day that we want to help you problem solve before resorting to surrender.
In order for your pet to be considered for intake, you will need to fill out the form below. It is a little lengthy, however we ask questions now so that we can better assist you in placing your pet, and make sure we match them to the right home.
Once the form has been filled out we will schedule an intake evaluation, the purpose of the intake evaluation is to ensure that your pet would be a good fit in a shelter environment. Evaluations have to be done in shelter, and generally only take about 15 minutes, Once the evaluation is complete your pet will go back home with you until we have a space open up. No pets are placed on the waiting list without an evaluation.
We ask that you do not strictly rely on us to intake your animal. We recommend reaching out to other organizations, filling out a courtesy post, and posting to social media.
Our shelter balances intakes, that means we not only take in owner surrenders, but also take in dogs and cats listed up for euthanasia at local shelters.
If we can provide you assistance in keeping your animal please let us know, our goal is to keep your pet in their current, loving home. There are so many homeless animals out there being euthanized every day that we want to help you problem solve before resorting to surrender.
In order for your pet to be considered for intake, you will need to fill out the form below. It is a little lengthy, however we ask questions now so that we can better assist you in placing your pet, and make sure we match them to the right home.
Once the form has been filled out we will schedule an intake evaluation, the purpose of the intake evaluation is to ensure that your pet would be a good fit in a shelter environment. Evaluations have to be done in shelter, and generally only take about 15 minutes, Once the evaluation is complete your pet will go back home with you until we have a space open up. No pets are placed on the waiting list without an evaluation.
We ask that you do not strictly rely on us to intake your animal. We recommend reaching out to other organizations, filling out a courtesy post, and posting to social media.
Our shelter balances intakes, that means we not only take in owner surrenders, but also take in dogs and cats listed up for euthanasia at local shelters.
Unfortunately we cannot take in animals that are aggressive, or under socialized.
If you have a small animal such as a Rabbit, Ferret, Guinea Pig, Hamster, Etc.
Please call us so that we can speak with you more (830)990-9085
Please call us so that we can speak with you more (830)990-9085
Average Intake Time(s)
(assuming your pet(s) are very social and friendly)
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Small Breed Puppy - Immediately- 3 weeks
Small Breed Adult - 2- 4 weeks Large Breed Puppy - 3- 6 weeks Large Breed Adult - 1 - 2 years Senior Dog - 6 months - 2 years Purebred dogs - Depending on age, breed and temperament we may be able to intake immediately and/or work with a breed specific rescue to help. Kitten - Variable by age Cat - 1 - 2 Years Senior Cat - Unfortunately Senior cats do not do well in shelter, so we are seldom are able to intake for health and space reasons. |
*Please note these are "Average" and some animals may take longer/shorter to intake
What if I found a Stray?
Hill Country SPCA can take in strays on a very limited basis,
generally only those who are too young to be at animal control,
or those that are injured, are considered.
If you have found a stray you will need to contact your local law enforcement or animal control agency.
City of Fredericksburg - (830) 307-3652*
* Gillespie County does not have an animal control, however the city shelter does accept animals from the county if brought in.
Kerr County - (830) 257-3100
Kendall County - (830) 537-3430
City of Boerne - (830) 249-2456
Mason County - (231) 843-8644
Llano County - (325) 247-5767
Bandera County - (830) 796-3771
generally only those who are too young to be at animal control,
or those that are injured, are considered.
If you have found a stray you will need to contact your local law enforcement or animal control agency.
City of Fredericksburg - (830) 307-3652*
* Gillespie County does not have an animal control, however the city shelter does accept animals from the county if brought in.
Kerr County - (830) 257-3100
Kendall County - (830) 537-3430
City of Boerne - (830) 249-2456
Mason County - (231) 843-8644
Llano County - (325) 247-5767
Bandera County - (830) 796-3771
