Loving Colt Ready to Be Adopted

The Atlanta Humane Society pet of the week this week is the mighty Colt! Colt has the speed and power to live up to his namesake.

Rescue Pet of the Week

Older Mixed Beagle 'Pookie' Hopeful for Home

Visit the Atlanta Humane Society-Mansell Campus to meet Pookie.

Sometimes at the Atlanta Humane Society, we see a dog who is a little older that somehow, through no fault of their own, finds their way to our shelter. Pookie is one of these dogs. Unfortunately after seven years, she has found herself looking for her permanent home. The staff and volunteers at the Atlanta Humane Society would like nothing more than to help her find one. Pookie is a seven year old, female, beagle mix who is the sweetest little dog you will ever meet. She is gentle and friendly, always willing to happily flop down next to you requesting petting and snuggle time. At 27 pounds, Pookie has a little extra weight around the middle so she would love someone committed to taking her for daily walks or light jogs. She loves her …

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Peggy Titus-Hall, CPCC, PCC

4:39 pm on Saturday, January 12, 2013

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Atlanta Humane Society Celebrates One Year at North Fulton Campus

AHS has found homes for over 3,000 dogs and cats.

The Atlanta Humane Society celebrates the first anniversary of its North Fulton Campus on Saturday starting at 11 a.m. AHS officially opened the Alpharetta campus in December 2011 and has since found homes for some 3,000 dogs and cats. At its first birthday party, AHS will celebrate those adoptions along with the impact the new shelter has had on the North Fulton community. Pet adoptions at the Mansell Road facility will be available until 6 p.m. Saturday. Throughout the day, visitors to AHS will enjoy light refreshments and activities for children. There will be several prizes for a free raffle up for grabs, including a LCD TV from Best Buy, gift baskets from Paul Mitchell and Starbucks, a $50 gift card from Baker’s Man, and hotel stays …

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Eat Out, Help Shelter Animals in Need

Eat out at participating restaurants, Thursday, May 3, to help raise funds for the Atlanta Humane Society's North Fulton campus.

Treat yourself to breakfast, lunch and dinner out on the town and help the animals of the Atlanta Humane Society at the same time. The “Tables for Tails” event will take place today, Thursday, May 3 at participating restaurants around the greater North Fulton and Johns Creek area. Dine at some of Atlanta’s most popular eateries guilt free knowing that 20 percent of your check will be donated to Atlanta Humane Society for general operating support. Here are the restaurants participating at this time: Alessio's: 640 W Crossville Rd Roswell, GA 30075 (770) 640-8099   Altobeli's: 3000 Old Alabama Rd Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 664.8055 Brusters of Cumming: 878 Buford Road Cumming, GA 30041 (770) 205-4199 Brusters of Alpharetta: 5850 Gateway …

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Humane Society Sponsoring Art & Essay Contest

Be Kind to Animals Week inspires community involvement for children and teenagers.

Be Kind to Animals Week, established in 1915 by Dr. William O. Stillman, leader of American Humane Society at that time, was created to help animals and publicize the success of humane societies. From May 6-12, animal welfare organizations across the country will promote education on the humane treatment of animals and work to instill these values in children.  “This special week is dedicated to recognize the special role animals play in our lives,” states William Shaheen, president, Atlanta Humane Society. “Our goal is to educate adults and children on the importance of humane treatment of animals and encourage children to learn to love animals at an early age.”  Art Contest  In memory of Jonathan Edward Ratner, an avid animal lover and …

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Even Shelter Dogs and Cats Want to Move to North Fulton

The public is invited to visit for the grand opening and open house of the Atlanta Humane Society's Mansell Campus on Saturday, Dec. 3.

More than 300 dogs and cats were being moved from Midtown to Alpharetta The Mansell Campus of the Atlanta Humane Society holds its grand opening on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 11 a.m., a chance for the public to check out the facility up close as the ribbon is cut for the animal shelter. The open house will run from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. The shelter is at 1565 Mansell Rd, Alpharetta. Call the Atlanta Humane Society at 404-875-5331.

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