Organizations vary between open-admission municipal facilities and private, foster-based rescues that do not operate a public viewing kennel. Choosing where to adopt depends on whether you want to walk through on-site kennels or submit an application online before meeting dogs in private homes. Adoption fees, home visit requirements, and hold periods for stray animals differ significantly across locations.
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Paw Palace of Atlanta
1198 Zonolite Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm
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Fulton County Animal Services
1251 Fulton Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30336
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Atlanta Humane Society
1551 Perry Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318-4045
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Furkids Midtown ATL
Inside Petsmart, 650 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
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Lifeline Animal Project
860 Marietta Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318-5130
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Fulton County Animal Services
860 Marietta Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318-5130
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Best Friends Lifesaving Center
4874 S Atlanta Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30339-1507
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Furkids
2650 Pleasantdale Rd, Atlanta, GA 30340-1583
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Best Friends Pet Adoption Center
4874 S Atlanta Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30339
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Atlanta Pet Rescue & Adoption
720 14th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318-5470
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Ruffus Rescue
4244 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30319-3009
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DREAM Dachshund Rescue
P.O. Box 4323, Atlanta, GA 30061
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Our Beloved Home
1677 Jobeth Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316-2141
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Atlanta Humane Society
981 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318-5512
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Southern Animal Volunteer Effort
2987 N Druid Hills Rd Ne # 207, Atlanta, GA 30329-3909
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St. Micheals's Pet Rescue
2329 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324-3725
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What is the difference between an animal shelter and a rescue organization?
Shelters typically operate a physical facility that houses stray or surrendered animals directly on site. Rescue organizations are often run by volunteers using network foster homes, meaning animals live in private residences until adoption.
How much does it typically cost to adopt a dog?
Adoption fees typically range from $50 to $350 depending on the organization and the age of the dog. Puppies usually carry higher fees, while standard fees generally include spay or neuter surgery, initial vaccinations, and a microchip.
Can I bring my current dog to meet a potential rescue dog?
Most organizations require or strongly encourage a controlled meet-and-greet between your existing dog and the rescue dog before finalizing an adoption. Staff or foster parents usually facilitate this interaction on neutral ground at the facility or a local park.