There are many reasons people need to surrender an owned cat but we ask you first to consider all your options:

• Pet unfriendly tenancy: have you tried offering a pet resumé to prospective landlords? For more information, see our section on renting with cats
• Moving: relocating with a cat can be challenging but not impossible. See our factsheet on moving house
• Behavioural issues: first make sure the cat hasn’t got a medical reason for their unwanted behaviours – for example,