Rehoming guidance
Before you look for a new pet, remember that pet ownership takes time, money, commitment, patience and is likely to change your life completely. Check out RSPCA Online's Animal care area for more information about taking this important decision.
If you find an animal you like at an RSPCA animal centre, the centre will want to satisfy itself that the animal is suitable for your circumstances. This process is likely to include a home visit. This way, there are no impulsive decisions and the RSPCA has greater confidence that the animal is going to the right home. A post adoption visit is made in some circumstances.
Every year around 70,000 animals are rehomed through the RSPCA's 175 branches - these animals arrive at the RSPCA out of various circumstances - they may be unwanted pets that have been callously dumped or victims of cruelty by their owners. In an effort to reduce the number of animals reproducing, popular pets, such as cats, dogs and rabbits, are neutered - as well as microchipped and vaccinated - before they are rehomed.
For your nearest animal centre or branch check out Your local RSPCA.
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