Category Archive: Georgia

May
20

Humane Society Puts Labrador-Retriever Mix Dog Up for Adoption – Alpharetta-Milton, GA Patch

From Atlanta Humane Society: Six-month-old Archie has been at the Atlanta Humane Society since he was a small puppy. He originally came to our shelter in March and was a transfer from a shelter in Alabama. This black Labrador retriever mix has been patiently waiting for his chance to upgrade from shelter living to a …

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May
08

Sweet Chihuahua-Mix Dog Mary Grace Is Ready for Adoption – Peachtree Corners, GA Patch

From Angels Among Us Pet Rescue, Alpharetta, GA: This wonderful girl is not only named “Mary Grace” she is the picture of love and grace. Mary Grace was at a kill shelter through no fault of her own. While there, the shelter staff fell in love with her because of her wonderful personality and loving …

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Apr
30

Read Some Real Stupid in Georgia: Using Facebook to save Fido – ajc.com

Susan Ruelle loves animals so much she volunteered at the Gwinnett County Animal Shelter and helped organize an independent Facebook page showcasing pets available there for adoption. Adoption Rescue Coordinator Jamie Martinez holds a 6-month-old male tabby in the cat adoption area of the DeKalb County Animal Services building in Decatur. But last month Gwinnett …

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Apr
25

DeKalb hosting pet adoption, vaccine event Saturday – ajc.com

DeKalb County Animal Services is trying to find loving homes for as many pets as possible during a special event this Saturday at the county shelter. In addition to $60 adoption specials on all animals, the office also is offering $10 rabies vaccines and $25 microchipping to all current pet owners. Animals adopted from the …

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Mar
28

Lennar Atlanta Hosts Benefit for Green Pets America – Woodstock-Towne Lake, GA Patch

Lennar Atlanta is excited to announce a Wexford community event benefiting the Green Pets America Humane Society Saturday and Sunday, March 31 and April 1 at the Wexford Community sales center in Marietta. The main event for the weekend will be an onsite pet adoption from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Throughout both Saturday …

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Mar
20

Animal rescue group on the prowl for stolen cat van, records  - ajc.com

A burglar, cat or otherwise, stole a van over the weekend in East Point that an animal rescue organization uses to transport cats to the veterinarian and to stores for adoption, leaving a LifeLine Animal Project official yowling. LifeLine field coordinator Mickie Blair acknowledged that the 2000 Dodge Caravan, which the nonprofit purchased just four …

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Mar
02

Sweet Cat Nala Got Dumped and Needs a Pick-me-up – Acworth, GA Patch

From Cobb County Animal Shelter, GA: Hi, my name is Nala. I’m a sweet, sweet kitty who needs a loving home. I’m 10 months old, and was turned in on Feb. 21. I’m very good with kids and up to date on shots. I’ll be tested, spayed and microchipped at the time of adoption. You …

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Feb
27

Soul Saver Rescue’s first pet adoption day – WTVM-TV Columbus, GA

People from all over were at BMW & Acura of Columbus on Whittlesey Boulevard on Saturday, not to buy a car, but to check out something much more loveable and furry. The Soul Saver Rescue’s first adoption day brought out a great crowd of animal lovers. It’s a network of foster parents who have come …

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Feb
15

Southern Race Week Radio Teams up with Petco Adoption Program

Southern Race Week Radio, 94.9 FM The Bull and Petco partners with local shelters and rescues to hold adoption events at Petco stores to help find loving homes for thousands of adoptable pets on February 18th & 19th. You can find a local pet adoption event at a Petco store on many weekends, especially our …

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Feb
13

Share Your Love By Adopting a Rescue Pet – Norcross, GA Patch

Do you have some love to spare in your heart and household? Consider adopting a rescue pet for Valentine’s Day. You’ll be rewarded with grateful unconditional love. There are so many available pets from which to choose. The Gwinnett County Animal Welfare Center is sponsoring Pet Adoption Days on Saturday, Feb. 11; Sunday, Feb. 13; …

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