Gloucester Mathews Humane Society
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Unwanted Pets

​Please try the following resources for re-homing pets: 
  • Ask friends, family, and neighbors:  A friend or family member may be willing to help. Please contact trusted family members or friends who may be able to, or know someone who will, care for your pet on a temporary or long-term basis. 
  • Post Fliers:  Many veterinary offices and feed stores will allow the public to post fliers on community bulletin boards. It is a good idea to require a home visit, check veterinary history, and prepare a list of questions for potential adopters to ensure the animal is going to a good home. 
  • Use social media:  Many people use social media to find good homes for their pets. Like with posting fliers, require a home visit, check veterinary records, and prepare a list of questions for potential adopters to ensure the animal is going to a good home. 
  • Contact a local rescue:  Local rescue groups are wonderful resource when re-homing your pet. Most are guaranteed adoption groups (or "no-kill") and will find a good new home for your pet. Rescues may be limited by space or fosters available and may have health and behavior restrictions. The following local rescue groups are a great place to start:
DO NOT:  
  • Set your pet free in a park, neighborhood, the woods etc.
  • Leave a pet in your home when you move away, or
  • Give your pet to a stranger.
To inquire about pure-breed rescues, email animalplacement@gmhumanesociety.org​ with photographs and information.
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Hours of Operation:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday to Sunday: 12 PM to 5 PM

Contact Us

6620 Jackson Lane  (Physical)
P.O. Box 385 (Mailing)
Gloucester VA 23061
Phone: 804 693-5520

FAX:  804-693-2009
information@gmhumanesociety.org

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  • Home
  • About GMHS
    • Mission
    • Our Board of Directors
    • Our Leadership Team
    • Annual Statistics
    • KultureCity Sensory Certification
    • Humane Business Partners
    • Contact Us
  • Donate
  • Adopt
    • Adoption Process
    • Available Dogs
    • Available Cats
    • Available Small Animals
    • Available Rabbits
    • Available Birds
    • Available Dogs at Gloucester Animal Control
    • Available Dogs at Middlesex Animal Control
    • Senior Pets
  • Volunteer
    • Volunteer Program
    • Foster Care
  • Support and Services
    • Outreach & Humane Education
  • For the Love of Paws Gala and Auction 2023
  • News
  • Events
  • Lost Pets