As a no-kill, nonprofit shelter, we are a limited-intake facility and do not typically have the means to accommodate walk-in surrenders. GHS would be glad to see you by appointment, at which time we will assess your pet as a potential candidate for the GHS adoptions program.
Please complete the form below with all applicable information for pets you’d like to surrender to the Greenville Humane Society. Upon receipt, our Admissions team will review your submission and reach out to you to schedule an appointment. Appointments are scheduled Monday – Friday: 9 am – 4:00 pm. Please note, an admissions appointment does not guarantee that your pet will be accepted for the adoption program.
Pets under 4 months are not required to have personality profiles completed due to their average length of stay. With limited resources, our staff ensures that all adult animals are listed with their personality information in an effort to find them their perfect family.
Average Length of Stay for Adoptable Pets
Age |
Cats |
Dogs |
Under 4 months |
8 days |
14 days |
4+ months |
11 days |
24 days |
Average length of stay is accurate as of 7/1/2024. These statistics also include longer-stay pets that may have been treated for heartworms or other illnesses that extend their length of stay and increase these numbers.
Please note that cats must be in a carrier & dogs must be leashed. Don’t forget your pet’s personality profile, past medical records, and a list of any medications your pet is taking.
The appointment will take approximately 30 minutes. We will review your pet’s Personality Profile and medical records. Your pet will undergo a temperament and medical evaluation. If we are able to accept your pet at that time, you will be required to sign an agreement granting Greenville Humane Society legal ownership of the animal.
If accepted into the adoption program, there is an owner surrender fee of $50 per animal with adult canine teeth present (approximately 5 months or older, but differs from animal to animal). For any animals over seven years of age or considered medically obese, there is a $75 bloodwork fee in lieu of the surrender fee.
If we are unable to accept your pet, we are happy to counsel you about other options and placement alternatives.