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

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Foster Feature Adoption Event

Saturday, February 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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Roswell Grand Opening

Saturday, March 8 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Join us for the Grand Opening Preview of our new Roswell location on Saturday, March 8, from 12 to 3 p.m.!

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Virtual Foster Orientation

Sunday, March 9 from 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Foster caregivers provide temporary care for shelter cats, dogs, kittens and puppies in their own homes. Sometimes the animals in need are too young to be adopted.

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Healing, Hope, and a Home

February 19, 2025

Day of Giving Donate

Tomorrow is our Day of Giving but you don't have to wait. Your donation today can make more success stories like Sally’s possible.

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Lavender Needs You

February 18, 2025

Day of Giving Donate

Lavender has suffered for far too long. But today, you can change her story.

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2X the Second Chances

February 17, 2025

Day of Giving Donate

Mariah received the urgent care she needed. But right now, countless other animals still need their second chance.

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They Felt the Love

February 14, 2025

Thanks to our incredible donors, all of the animals in our care received heartfelt Valentines and special treats, delivered with love.

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Find Your Perfect Valentine

February 13, 2025

Day of Giving Donate

Your perfect Valentine is waiting at our shelter and this weekend only, you can bring home unconditional love at half the cost!

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Lavender was rescued with deep, infected wounds, l

Lavender was rescued with deep, infected wounds, likely from a harness that had been left on for far too long, leaving her in unimaginable pain. The lacerations cut through her muscle, making every movement excruciating. In addition, she’s fighting heartworm disease and recovering from severe malnourishment.

Her healing journey won’t be easy, but you can make a difference. Today, thanks to @VCA, every dollar you give is matched, providing twice the medical care, twice the comfort, and twice the second chances for animals like Lavender. Visit the link in our bio to give now.

Mariah came to us in critical condition, fighting

Mariah came to us in critical condition, fighting for her life. This sweet French Bulldog needed an emergency C-section, but the outcome was devastating. All of her puppies had already passed.

Thanks to compassionate supporters, Mariah received the care she needed to heal. But right now, countless other animals still need their second chance.

With Day of Giving just around the corner, you can make twice the impact! ❤️ @VCA is matching all donations, doubling the lifesaving care for animals in need. Give now to help pets like Mariah get the second chance they deserve!

Because of you, our shelter pets felt extra loved

Because of you, our shelter pets felt extra loved this Valentine’s Day! ❤️

Thanks to your generosity, they received special treats, heartfelt Valentines, and a reminder that they matter.

From all of us at Atlanta Humane, we are wishing you a Valentine’s Day filled with as much love as you’ve shared! ❤️

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Ditch the dating apps this weekend and find real love at one of our shelters instead! ❤️

Your perfect Valentine is waiting—one who will never ghost you, break your heart, or steal the blankets. And after you fall in love with a dog or cat, the only reason you’ll reach for your phone is to snap their adorable photo while spending the Valentine holiday together.

The best part? @titosvodka is sponsoring adoptions this weekend, making the adoption fees 50% off for all animals!

Now you can bring home unconditional love at half the cost.

Looking for real love this Valentine's Day? Find i

Looking for real love this Valentine's Day? Find it at Atlanta Humane ❤️ #atlantahumanesociety #shelterdog #sheltercat #valentinesday #truelove #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #adoptme

Be their Valentine and send a shelter pet a little

Be their Valentine and send a shelter pet a little extra love! ❤️ For just $15, your donation gives a pet in need a personalized Valentine heart & a tasty treat, delivered with love by our team.

💌 How it works: Donate $15, pick a pet (or let us choose!), and we’ll write your message on their Valentine.

And thanks to a special 2x match, your gift will go twice as far in helping these sweet pets feel cared for! Help us spread the love this Valentine's Day and visit the link in our bio to give now ❤️

If you're looking for a pet that's mostly just flo

If you're looking for a pet that's mostly just floof, Nipsey is your guy!

This low-maintenance cat doesn't require much, just a soft blanket, some snacks, and a human to adore him. He might not be interested in playtime, but once he warms up to you, he'll never leave your side.

Meet your perfect couch companion by visiting the link in our bio ❤️

Alexandra is in the fight of her life. Rescued fr

Alexandra is in the fight of her life.

Rescued from an overcrowded rural shelter, this sweet puppy was already battling parvo, severe enteritis, and dangerous blood sugar instability. When we first welcomed her into our care, she was too weak to eat on her own, struggling to walk without pain, and was losing control of her body.

But your donation today will be doubled to help save her.

Alexandra isn’t giving up, and neither will we. But she can’t fight this battle alone. Please give now at the link in bio and have your donation doubled for Alexandra.

Meet Ashley and Tessa, just two of the many adopta

Meet Ashley and Tessa, just two of the many adoptable dogs you’ll meet at our Foster Feature Day event!

Join us Sunday, February 9, from 11 AM - 5 PM at our new Roswell location to meet wonderful dogs from foster homes across Atlanta. You'll even get to chat with their foster parents before adopting!

No reservations are needed, just stop by and find your new best friend ❤️ Visit the link in our bio to learn more!

Mimi was rescued from a heartbreaking situation: s

Mimi was rescued from a heartbreaking situation: starving, living in filth, and suffering from severe neglect. Thanks to our Animal Protection Unit and the generosity of our community, she was saved. But right now, more animals like Mimi are still waiting for rescue.

Our Day of Giving is coming up on February 20, but you don’t have to wait to make an impact. Donate today, and your gift will be doubled, helping to save twice as many lives. Visit the link in our bio to give today.