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Barrow County Animal Control

WinderGOLDPlease also visit the volunteer Facebook Page! Mission Statement The mission of the Barrow County Department of Animal Control

Renegade Paws Rescue

SavannahGOLDRenegade Paws Rescue is a 501(c)(3) volunteer based organization dedicated to providing the highest level of care for unwanted, abused, or injured dogs in the Coastal Empire and surrounding areas.

Athens-Clarke County Animal Services

AthensGOLDOur Mission Athens-Clarke County Animal Services is dedicated to protecting both our community and the animals that call it home. We work tirelessly to ensure public safety while providing compassiona

Good Mews Animal Foundation

MariettaGOLDGood Mews offers an alternative to traditional animal shelters in the Metro-Atlanta area by providing a no-kill, cage-free, limited admission haven for homeless, abused, or abandoned cats until placin

Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption, Inc.

KennesawGOLDPlease visit our website, www.mostlymutts.org for additional information about adopting a new best friend! ____________________________________________________________________ Who We Are: Mostly Mutt

Douglas County Animal Shelter

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Effingham County Animal Shelter

SpringfieldGOLDOur Mission Our mission is to promote responsible animal ownership, prevent the spread of animal disease, and protect both the public and our animals. We believe every animal deserves a second chance,

Public Animal Welfare Services

RomeGOLDTo shelter lost, unwanted and neglected animals. To prevent suffering and provide healthcare services to sheltered animals. To provide comprehensive adoption and rescue programs. To prevent human i

FCSO Pet Adoption and Resource Center

CummingGOLDOur mission at Forsyth County Sheriff's Office Pet Adoption and Resource Center (PARC) is to support public and animal safety, reunite lost pets with their families whenever possible, and to offer tem

Humane Society of Forsyth County

CummingGOLDThe Humane Society of Forsyth County (HSFC) is an independent, privately funded 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to serving the people and pets of Forsyth County since 1975. Over the past 50 years, we'v

Atlanta Humane Society

AtlantaGOLDThe Atlanta Humane Society is a no-kill shelter providing sheltering and adoption, veterinary care, and community outreach to the Atlanta Metro. As one of the oldest charities in Atlanta, Georgia, we

Fulton County Animal Services

AtlantaGOLDSaving Lives Together Fulton County Animal Services is dedicated to ending the euthanasia of healthy and treatable animals in our community. We believe in creating a compassionate environment where ev

Gilmer County Animal Shelter

EllijayGOLDThe shelter accepts dogs and cats and is also the depository for animals that have been picked up by Gilmer County Animal Control. Appointments are necessary.

Gwinnett County Animal Control and Welfare

LawrencevilleGOLDWe strive to find appropriate adoptive families, foster homes, or rescue groups for all the animals in our care.

Planned PEThood of Georgia

DuluthGOLDPlanned PEThood is a 501(c0(3) nonprofit animal welfare organization based in Duluth, GA. We are dedicated to helping pets and the people who care for them with innovative programs and affordable serv

Habersham County Animal Care and Control

ClarkesvilleGOLDHabersham Humane's mission is to reduce the euthanasia rate of adoptable companion animals in Habersham County.

Hall County Animal Shelter

GainesvilleGOLDA Legacy of Second Chances At the Hall County Animal Shelter, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality care to every animal that enters our doors. We are dedicated to building a community

Humane Society of Northeast Georgia

GainesvilleGOLDServing the community since 1913, the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia (HSNEGA) provides vital services to animals and people alike. Our goal to create a community recognized for responsible for pe

Jackson County Government Animal Shelter

JeffersonGOLDOur Mission The Jackson County Animal Shelter is dedicated to providing safe and humane care for stray, unwanted, and abused animals while actively protecting the health and safety of our community. W

Lumpkin County Animal Shelter

DahlonegaGOLDOur Mission The mission of the Lumpkin County Animal Shelter is to balance the health, safety, and welfare needs of both the people and the animals in our community. We are dedicated to providing comp

PAWS Humane

ColumbusGOLDPaws Humane is a private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to keep pets out of the shelter system and in loving homes. Our vision is to serve as an Animal Resource Center uniting people

Polk County Animal Control

Tift County Animal Shelter

TiftonGOLDAdoption Application Share

White County Animal Control

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Barrow

1 organization

Barrow County Animal Control
WinderGOLDPlease also visit the volunteer Facebook Page! Mission Statement The mission of the Barrow County Department of Animal Control

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Bartow

1 organization

Etowah Valley Humane Society
CartersvilleSILVEREVHS exists for the purpose of preventing cruelty to, relieving the suffering of, and providing humane treatment of animals in need

Bibb

1 organization

Macon-Bibb County Animal Welfare
MaconSILVEROur Mission Macon-Bibb County Animal Welfare is dedicated to providing compassionate care for animals in need and finding loving, permanent homes for those who are homeless. We are committed to reunit

Bulloch

1 organization

Fixing the Boro
StatesboroSILVERThe mission of Fixing The Boro is both to provide low-cost sterilization to pets owned by the residents of Bulloch and immediate surrounding counties through our SNIP Clinic, as well as to run a funct

Butts

1 organization

Butts County Animal Services
JacksonSILVERButts County Animal Control is directly concerned with removing stray, uncared for animals from the community, seeing that they are properly sheltered and cared for and to assist with helping current

Chatham

2 organizations

Renegade Paws Rescue
SavannahGOLDRenegade Paws Rescue is a 501(c)(3) volunteer based organization dedicated to providing the highest level of care for unwanted, abused, or injured dogs in the Coastal Empire and surrounding areas.
One Love Animal Rescue
SavannahSILVERThe Mission of One Love Animal Rescue is to rescue homeless animals, nurture them through foster care, and place them in permanent loving homes. We are passionate animal advocates who value the lives

Cherokee

2 organizations

Cherokee County Animal Shelter
CantonSILVEROur Mission At the Cherokee County Animal Shelter, our staff is dedicated to providing superior service to both the animals and the citizens of our community. We strive to protect our pets through com
Cherokee Humane Society
WoodstockBRONZEPLEASE DO NOT CALL OUR THRIFT STORE IN REFERENCE TO ANY ANIMALS! The thrift store is merchandise retail only, and cannot help with animal intake or animal adoptions. The Cherokee Humane Society is

Clarke

1 organization

Athens-Clarke County Animal Services
AthensGOLDOur Mission Athens-Clarke County Animal Services is dedicated to protecting both our community and the animals that call it home. We work tirelessly to ensure public safety while providing compassiona

Cobb

3 organizations

Good Mews Animal Foundation
MariettaGOLDGood Mews offers an alternative to traditional animal shelters in the Metro-Atlanta area by providing a no-kill, cage-free, limited admission haven for homeless, abused, or abandoned cats until placin
Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption, Inc.
KennesawGOLDPlease visit our website, www.mostlymutts.org for additional information about adopting a new best friend! ____________________________________________________________________ Who We Are: Mostly Mutt
Homeless Pets Foundation
MariettaBRONZE

Dougherty

1 organization

Albany Humane Society/Sally Wetherbee Adoption Center
AlbanyBRONZEThe Albany Humane Society is dedicated to the welfare of animals who cannot speak for themselves. If we are to continue meeting the needs of hungry, sick and homeless animals, we will need your help.

Douglas

1 organization

Douglas County Animal Shelter
DouglasvilleGOLD

Effingham

1 organization

Effingham County Animal Shelter
SpringfieldGOLDOur Mission Our mission is to promote responsible animal ownership, prevent the spread of animal disease, and protect both the public and our animals. We believe every animal deserves a second chance,

Fannin

1 organization

Humane Society of Blue Ridge
Blue RidgeSILVERA Second Chance Starts Here The Humane Society of Blue Ridge is dedicated to improving the lives of animals in our community through rescue, adoption, education, and compassionate care. Our mission is

Floyd

1 organization

Public Animal Welfare Services
RomeGOLDTo shelter lost, unwanted and neglected animals. To prevent suffering and provide healthcare services to sheltered animals. To provide comprehensive adoption and rescue programs. To prevent human i

Forsyth

2 organizations

FCSO Pet Adoption and Resource Center
CummingGOLDOur mission at Forsyth County Sheriff's Office Pet Adoption and Resource Center (PARC) is to support public and animal safety, reunite lost pets with their families whenever possible, and to offer tem
Humane Society of Forsyth County
CummingGOLDThe Humane Society of Forsyth County (HSFC) is an independent, privately funded 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to serving the people and pets of Forsyth County since 1975. Over the past 50 years, we'v

Fulton

4 organizations

Atlanta Humane Society
AtlantaGOLDThe Atlanta Humane Society is a no-kill shelter providing sheltering and adoption, veterinary care, and community outreach to the Atlanta Metro. As one of the oldest charities in Atlanta, Georgia, we
Fulton County Animal Services
AtlantaGOLDSaving Lives Together Fulton County Animal Services is dedicated to ending the euthanasia of healthy and treatable animals in our community. We believe in creating a compassionate environment where ev
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue
AlpharettaBRONZEAngels Among Us Pet Rescue, Inc. is a 501(c)(3), non-profit, volunteer-based organization dedicated to rescuing dogs and cats from high-kill shelters in North Georgia. It was created in February 2009
Crabapple Knoll Veterinary Clinic
AlpharettaCLINICOur goal is to find good homes for the sick and injured pets in our care. We have a 14-day waiting period during which time we attempt to locate a possible owner. After such time, each pet is fully ve

Gilmer

2 organizations

Gilmer County Animal Shelter
EllijayGOLDThe shelter accepts dogs and cats and is also the depository for animals that have been picked up by Gilmer County Animal Control. Appointments are necessary.
Homeward Bound Pet Rescue Inc. of Gilmer County
Blue RidgeSILVERWe are the only no-kill shelter in Gilmer County. We began in 2000 and have rescued 6,000 animals. We are all volunteers dedicated to helping homeless animals find their forever homes.

Glynn

1 organization

The Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia
BrunswickSILVERThe Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia is a 100% donor funded, no-kill adoption center. Helping animals and animal lovers in Brunswick, Sea Island, St. Simons Island, Savannah, and all areas

Greene

1 organization

Lake Oconee Humane Society
GreensboroSILVEROur Mission Lake Oconee Humane Society is dedicated to creating a more humane community by reducing pet homelessness. We strive to ensure pets and their caregivers enjoy the best quality of life throu

Gwinnett

4 organizations

Gwinnett County Animal Control and Welfare
LawrencevilleGOLDWe strive to find appropriate adoptive families, foster homes, or rescue groups for all the animals in our care.
Planned PEThood of Georgia
DuluthGOLDPlanned PEThood is a 501(c0(3) nonprofit animal welfare organization based in Duluth, GA. We are dedicated to helping pets and the people who care for them with innovative programs and affordable serv
Paw Project of Georgia, Inc.
LawrencevilleSILVERMaking animal care accessible to all members of our community by offering diverse supportive programs for healthcare and placement for animals in need. A Place for All Paws!
Society of Humane Friends of GA Inc.
LawrencevilleBRONZEOur Mission The Society of Humane Friends of Georgia, Inc. is a licensed 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs and cats. We believe every animal deserves a loving, p

Habersham

1 organization

Habersham County Animal Care and Control
ClarkesvilleGOLDHabersham Humane's mission is to reduce the euthanasia rate of adoptable companion animals in Habersham County.

Hall

2 organizations

Hall County Animal Shelter
GainesvilleGOLDA Legacy of Second Chances At the Hall County Animal Shelter, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality care to every animal that enters our doors. We are dedicated to building a community
Humane Society of Northeast Georgia
GainesvilleGOLDServing the community since 1913, the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia (HSNEGA) provides vital services to animals and people alike. Our goal to create a community recognized for responsible for pe

Henry

1 organization

Street Paws
Locust GroveSILVERStreet Paws, Inc. is a group of individuals working to improve the lives of animals living on the streets in Georgia. We are 501(c)(3) tax exempt, incorporated with the State of Georgia and approved b

Houston

1 organization

Humane Society of Houston County, Inc
CentervilleBRONZEHumane Society of Houston County, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to serving the citizens and animals of Houston County, Georgia. We run solely on volunteers who work tirelessly to

Jackson

1 organization

Jackson County Government Animal Shelter
JeffersonGOLDOur Mission The Jackson County Animal Shelter is dedicated to providing safe and humane care for stray, unwanted, and abused animals while actively protecting the health and safety of our community. W

Liberty

1 organization

K9 Battle Buddies
HinesvilleBRONZEYes! We do public adoptions. K9 Battle Buddies, INC is a non-profit full service animal rescue and veteran helping veteran program that trains rescue dogs to be service dogs for combat veterans with

Lowndes

1 organization

Humane Society of Valdosta/Lowndes County
ValdostaSILVERThe HSVLC is not the animal shelter. The Lowndes County Animal Shelter is a county run shelter licensed by the Georgia Department of Agriculture and required to take in all stray animals and owner sur

Lumpkin

2 organizations

Lumpkin County Animal Shelter
DahlonegaGOLDOur Mission The mission of the Lumpkin County Animal Shelter is to balance the health, safety, and welfare needs of both the people and the animals in our community. We are dedicated to providing comp
TLC Humane Society
DahlonegaBRONZEOur Mission TLC Humane Society is dedicated to providing compassionate care for dogs and cats by facilitating adoptions and promoting responsible pet ownership in our community. We believe in creating

Meriwether

1 organization

Coco's Cupboard
GayBRONZECoco's Cupboard started as a small pet food pantry serving Pike County in the Southern crescent of Atlanta, GA, a community with no animal control. Coco's has grown and now serves many areas on the So

Miller

1 organization

Animal Rescue Alliance, Inc
ColquittSILVERARA's mission is to create a safe place where unwanted animals in Miller and Seminole counties can be brought, and readied for adoption or transport. We support a strong spay/neuter program, and will

Muscogee

1 organization

PAWS Humane
ColumbusGOLDPaws Humane is a private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to keep pets out of the shelter system and in loving homes. Our vision is to serve as an Animal Resource Center uniting people

Oconee

1 organization

Oconee County Animal Services Shelter
BishopSILVEROur Mission Oconee County Animal Services is dedicated to protecting the welfare of our animal population and supporting the health and safety of our community. We strive to place as many unwanted ani

Polk

1 organization

Polk County Animal Control
CedartownGOLD

Stephens

1 organization

Toccoa Stephens County Humane Shelter - TSCHS
ToccoaSILVEROur Mission At the Toccoa-Stephens County Humane Shelter, our mission is to improve the lives of animals, alleviate their suffering, and elevate their status in our community. We are dedicated to safe

Tift

1 organization

Tift County Animal Shelter
TiftonGOLDAdoption Application Share

Union

2 organizations

Humane Society's Mountain Shelter
BlairsvilleSILVERMountain Shelter Humane Society is dedicated to sheltering and rehoming animals in need while providing resources and educational programs in order to foster an informed compassionate community.
Safe Pet Project Inc
BlairsvilleBRONZESafe Pet Project, a nonprofit, volunteer run organization offers our mountain community information, resources and services addressing the many needs of area pets. With input from local animal advocat

White

1 organization

White County Animal Control
ClevelandGOLD