Atlanta Humane Society | Dog & Cat Adoption | Pet Rescue

We give animals hope and a second chance.

For more than 150 years, the Atlanta Humane Society has stood as a pillar of support for animals and people in our city. When you give, you are helping homeless animals find loving homes, offering medical care to those in pain, and supporting outreach programs that uplift our entire community.

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Our Vision for the Future

Our goal is clear and deeply motivated by our desire to keep pets in their loving homes: we seek to improve the lives and well-being of pets and people, collectively and perhaps most importantly, one life, one need, one animal at a time.

Your Support Changes Lives

Your gift impacts pets and people in our community. And, just last year, so many lives were changed because of your support.

143,407

Animals Impacted
1,033,086

lbs of Pet Food Distributed
451

Sick Animals Treated
25,513

Community Members Connected to Resources

Featured Animals

Puppy Yoga

Saturday, March 22 from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Join us for a pawsitively delightful yoga session featuring puppies! Whether you’re an experienced yogi or a complete beginner, this event promises relaxation, laughter, and plenty of puppy love.

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Foster Feature Adoption Event

Saturday, March 22 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Join us at our Roswell location for a cat edition of our "Foster Feature" Adoption Event!

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Puppy Palooza

Saturday, March 22 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

We're celebrating National Puppy Day all weekend long with $0 adoptions and hosting our second annual Puppy Palooza event on Saturday.

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Three Poodles Get a New Start

March 19, 2025

Success Stories

Three beloved poodles are safe, after tragedy left them with nowhere to go.

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Celebrate National Puppy Day with $0 Adoptions

March 17, 2025

Adoption Promotions

We're celebrating National Puppy Day with $0 adoptions and hosting our second annual Puppy Palooza event.

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Nyla's Infinite Playlist

March 13, 2025

Get a sneak peek into Nyla's calm and cozy lifestyle by checking out her infinite playlist.

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Stix's Guide to the Perfect Playdate

March 7, 2025

Stix is sharing his expert tips on how to craft the perfect play date.

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How to Get More Involved

March 4, 2025

Community Involvement Volunteering

At the Atlanta Humane Society, we’re committed to helping animals and the people who love them, but we can’t do it alone.

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Your new best friend awaits.❤️ #AdoptATL

Meet Poppy, the sweetest, silliest girl who found

Meet Poppy, the sweetest, silliest girl who found her forever home! From playful toy sessions to cozy movie nights on a heated blanket, Poppy has brought endless joy to her new family. Her adopter says that bringing her home was the best decision they ever made ❤️

📖 Have a special adoption story of your own? We’d love to hear it! Share your story by visiting the link in our bio.

These dogs came to us from a heartbreaking situati

These dogs came to us from a heartbreaking situation where more than 30 of them were left to fend for themselves in dangerous conditions. Many suffered from malnutrition, flea infestations, and even gunshot wounds.

Fearful and unsure of the world, they will begin working with our behavior team to build trust and confidence. Through patience and care, we hope they will learn that humans can be a source of love and safety.

None of this would have been possible without @rescue_with_me_, whose tireless efforts saved these dogs from unimaginable conditions. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication in giving these dogs a chance at a better life.

We think Dean is the ultimate catch! If you think

Earlier this month, we met Chenille. ❤️ Soon

Earlier this month, we met Chenille. ❤️
Soon after, she had to be rushed to urgent care, where she was found to be minimally responsive, hypothermic, and suffering from severe gastrointestinal distress. She spent the night receiving fluids and medication, and now, she’s feeling so much better.

She is back in our care and thanks to our dedicated Shelter Medicine Team, she’s continuing to heal. We expect this sweet girl to be ready for adoption soon!

Find your lucky charm at one of our locations this

Find your lucky charm at one of our locations this St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

These adoptable pups don’t need a pot of gold, they just need someone to love them to feel truly lucky.

Ready to bring home a four-legged clover? Visit the link in our bio to meet all our adoptables today! ❤️

🐶🎉 Celebrate National Puppy Day with us on S

🐶🎉 Celebrate National Puppy Day with us on Saturday, March 22, from 12 PM - 3 PM for a day full of cuddles, fun games, and adorable adoptable pups! Plus, enjoy treats from @Kingofpops and other amazing vendors!

Thinking about adopting? We’ll have $0 adoption fees on all weekend long thanks to our sponsors, @hemocueab.

For more info on our Puppy Palooza, visit the link in our bio ❤️

Not a morning person either? Then rescue your morn

Not a morning person either? Then rescue your morning with Rescue Roast! ☕❤️

This smooth, medium blend from @peachcoffeeroasters is the perfect way to start your day and make a difference! Every bag sold helps provide shelter, love, and care to animals at the Atlanta Humane Society.

Wake up with a cup that gives back. Shop now through the link in our bio! ☕🐾

Looking for the perfect pajama party pup? 🐶💤

Looking for the perfect pajama party pup? 🐶💤

Michael is the ultimate slumber party companion because he’s equal parts snuggly and playful! He loves kids, belly rubs, and cozy nights in. Housebroken, well-mannered, and full of love, he’s ready to be your forever sleepover buddy!

Get to know him by visiting the link in our bio ❤️

When Lavender arrived at our shelter, she was weak

Wow, what an incredible day at our Roswell Grand O

Wow, what an incredible day at our Roswell Grand Opening this past weekend! 🎉

We had an amazing turnout, tons of fun, and most importantly, so many animals found their forever homes! ❤️

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us, to our amazing volunteers and staff, and to our friends at @VoodooRoswell for supporting our mission with their specialty Hiss & Fizz cocktail.

We hope you had as much fun as we did, and we can't wait to see you at our new Roswell location again soon!