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White Oak Animal Safe Haven

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How to Surrender a Pet

YOU MUST HAVE AN APPOINTMENT.

Status as of May 2025: Our shelter is full and not accepting cat surrenders at this time. We are operating on an extensive wait list system. The only cats we are able to accept are cats adopted from WOASH. 


We do not accept walk-ins. Whether you're surrendering your own pet or a stray you’ve found, an appointment is required. As a small shelter, we operate at full capacity, and we cannot always guarantee space. We use a waitlist system, and same-day surrenders are very rare. Please understand that we may not be able to assist with immediate placements. If you need urgent help, we can provide a list of local resources for you to contact.

We strongly encourage you to explore all options to keep your pet before considering surrender. Contacting a trainer or veterinary professional may help resolve challenges. We are here to provide recommendations and support when needed.

To start the surrender process:

  1. Contact Us
    Call us at 412-672-8901 or email adopt@whiteoakanimalsafehaven.com.
  2. Provide Information
    Our staff will ask for details such as the type of pet, age, sex, medical history, and personality traits.
  3. Waitlist & Estimated Wait Time
    If we are able to assist, our coordinators will add you to the waitlist and provide an estimated wait time. Please note that there may be times when we are unable to accept additional pets due to a full capacity.

We only accept cats and dogs at our shelter. If we are unable to take your pet or add you to the waitlist, we ask for your patience and understanding as we work through our limited space. We also recommend reaching out to other shelters and rescues in the area to explore additional options.

Thank you for your understanding and for giving your pet the best chance by considering all alternatives before surrendering.


White Oak Animal Safe Haven No Kill Shelter

2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131

(412) 672-8901

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