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Surrender A Pet

Before you surrender your pet please call or email Heritage Humane Society at 757-221-0150 or [email protected]. We can help troubleshoot any problems you are having with your family pet, and if after talking with you; if surrendering the animal is the chosen course, we can help answer any questions or concerns you have about the process.
Heritage Humane Society charges a nominal fee when surrendering an animal, as follows:
  • $50 per animal surrendered
  • Additional $20 if no proof of rabies vaccination
  • $40 for litters of kittens/puppies

Surrender Hours

  • Monday 8:30 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Friday 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Saturday 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Sunday 8:00 3M – 11:00 AM
  • Please call 757-221-0150 at least 24 hours in advance to schedule your surrender appointment. Stray animals do not require an appointment for surrender. 

Important Details

  • Call 757-221-0150 or email [email protected].
  • We can only accept surrenders from the City of Williamsburg, James City County, and District 1 of Upper York County, Virginia. Proof of residency is required at the time of surrender.
  • Bring your pet’s complete vet records, including proof of rabies, as well as any medications they may need.
  • Describe the animal’s behavior with the adoption counselor. This includes what the animal likes, dislikes, temperament, and other personality traits.
  • Bring some of their favorite belongings, such as toys, blankets, beds, carrier, litter box, and other items.
Heritage Humane Society does not provide community euthanasia services. If your pet needs to be put to sleep, please contact your veterinarian. If you do not have a veterinarian, please refer to the phone book or contact Heritage Humane Society and we can offer a list of veterinarians in the area.
Open Hours
  • Monday - CLOSED
  • Tuesday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Thursday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Friday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Sunday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Surrender Hours
    • Please call at least 24 hours in advance to schedule your surrender appointment (757-221-0150 ext.0). Our surrender hours are from 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m., by appointment only. Stray animals do not require an appointment, but when possible please call ahead.
    Contact Information
    • Heritage Humane Society
    • 430 Waller Mill Road
    • Williamsburg, VA 23185
    • 757-221-0150
    • [email protected]
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    Our Mission: Heritage Humane Society serves as compassionate stewards of homeless pets that are in transition from stray/surrender to forever homes. We serve to educate the public about humane animal care and treatment, advocate animal welfare, and provide affordable adoption services.
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