There comes a time in some partnerships when a person has tried everything to no avail. That can happen on occasion with pet parents and their behavior-challenged fur babies. If veterinary intervention, training or environmental alterations haven’t helped, following a different path may be necessary.

In these heartbreaking cases, rehoming may be an option — that is, finding another home that can fit the pet’s needs. Whereas the fate of an animal surrendered to a shelter is completely unknown, rehoming allows a pet parent to select the best conditions for their otherwise healthy pet in another loving home.

Rehoming shouldn’t carry a stigma. In fact, when all else has failed, rehoming can be one of the most loving decisions a pet parent can make. Veterinarians can provide resources with more information.