If you can’t keep your dog

We are not currently accepting owner surrenders or stray dogs. When we’re at capacity, accepting a dog we can’t responsibly care for hurts every dog already here. Puppies under 12 weeks may be considered case-by-case based on foster availability — please reach out via our contact form.

Before considering surrender

  • Avoid Craigslist and “free to good home” ads. They’re full of people looking for free or cheap dogs for bad purposes.
  • Make sure vaccinations are current. A vaccinated dog is much easier to place — for you, for any rescue, and for any future home.
  • Consider a donation if a rescue does take your dog. Intake, vetting, and care are expensive. Even a modest contribution helps the rescue cover the cost.

Other options

If your situation is exceptional

If you’ve reviewed the resources above and your situation is genuinely exceptional, you may submit the form below. We will review and respond, but we cannot guarantee placement.

Saving Paws — Owner Surrender Request

Important: Saving Paws Rescue Arizona is not currently accepting owner surrenders or stray dogs. This form is for genuinely exceptional circumstances — we'll review and respond, but we cannot guarantee placement. If your situation is not urgent, please review the alternative resources above before submitting.