rehomes
Places with others
Rehomes means finds a new home for, almost always referring to pets.
When someone can no longer keep an animal, they rehome it by placing it with another owner: She rehomed her cat after developing allergies.
The term carries less stigma than "getting rid of" and implies responsible placement rather than abandonment.
Protected place or structure
- sanctuaryProtected sacred space
- fosterEncourage development of
- strayWander from course
- abandonedLeft behind completely
neglected · surrendered · rescue organization · humane society · SPCA · pound · intake · overcrowding
Game between opponents
- placementPutting somewhere specific
- adoptive parentsLegal non-birth guardians
- compatibilityMutual suitability between things
- bondingForming close connections
screening · application · background check · waiting list · transition · commitment · preparation · interviews
Sterilize a female animal
- neuterRemove fertility surgically
- vaccinationAdministered immunity booster
- microchipMiniature semiconductor processor
- veterinaryRelating to animal healthcare
wellness check · nutrition · socialization · training · enrichment · grooming · healthcare · rehabilitation
Firm pledge to act
- lifetimeDuration of existence
- screeningEvaluative selection process
- follow-upSubsequent action on something
- return policyRules governing merchandise exchanges
contract · references · landlord approval · pet deposit · exercise needs · financial responsibility · family meeting
Alteration to improve fit
- settling inBecoming established somewhere
- adaptationFitting to new conditions
- integrationCombining into a whole
- acclimationAdjusting to new conditions
decompression · trust building · routine · patience · safe space · crate training · threshold · regression
shelter
Protected place or structure
abandoned · neglected · surrendered · rescue organization · humane society · SPCA · pound · intake · overcrowding · kill shelter
match
Game between opponents
- placementPutting somewhere specific
- adoptive parentsLegal non-birth guardians
- compatibilityMutual suitability between things
bonding · screening · application · background check · waiting list · transition · commitment · preparation · interviews · expectations
spay
Sterilize a female animal
- neuterRemove fertility surgically
- vaccinationAdministered immunity booster
- microchipMiniature semiconductor processor
veterinary · wellness check · nutrition · socialization · training · enrichment · grooming · healthcare · rehabilitation · behavioral assessment
commitment
Firm pledge to act
- lifetimeDuration of existence
- screeningEvaluative selection process
- follow-upSubsequent action on something
return policy · contract · references · landlord approval · pet deposit · exercise needs · financial responsibility · family meeting
adjustment
Alteration to improve fit
- settling inBecoming established somewhere
- adaptationFitting to new conditions
- integrationCombining into a whole
acclimation · decompression · trust building · routine · patience · safe space · crate training · threshold · regression · progress
rehomesabandons
Ceases to support
dumps · discards · throws out · leaves behind · turns loose