What is the most logical next event?

How to get rid of your dog
Talk to your friends and family first.
Before you go any further, find out whether someone you know and trust might be interested in taking your dog. This would be the most ideal situation, because they already know your dog, and you would be able to visit your dog in the future.
Remember, the right house for your dog is the place where he will get the attention and nutrition he needs. It should also be where he can spend the rest of his life, and receive proper veterinary care.