Friday, September 03, 2010

Founded in 1966 as the Dekalb Humane Society, PAWS Atlanta provides medical care, shelter, nutrition, basic training and love to homeless cats and dogs until their permanent, safe homes are found.  We do not euthanize because of space constraints.

It is our mission to promote responsible pet care, reduce pet overpopulation by spaying and neutering and enhance the human-pet bond.  In 2002, we changed our name to PAWS Atlanta.  We receive no money from national, state or local governments and we rely solely on individual donations, grants and corporate partnerships to fulfill our mission.  PAWS Atlanta is not affiliated with any other shelters in Georgia or nationally, though we regularly partner with other rescues and animal welfare organizations to help animals who are in need of our services.

Since our inception, PAWS Atlanta has cared for and adopted out more than 30,000 cats and dogs.  We frequently rescue cats and dogs from euthanasia in high kill sheltersWhen you support PAWS Atlanta by donating, adopting or volunteering, you are helping to give a second chance to these deserving companion animals.

Cat of the Week

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LUTHER is a VERY affectionate, 12 year old cat.  Luther has been at PAWS Atlanta since October of 2009.  Because he spends lot of time in the trailer with our business manager, he also knows ALL of  the shelter secrets!  To read more about Luther, visit our I Need A Hero Page.

Pet Pal Program

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Have you fallen in love with a cat or dog from PAWS Atlanta, but are not in a position to adopt right now?  Become a PAWS Atlanta Pet Pal and "virtually adopt" a cat or dog!  By becoming a Pet Pal, you are helping to feed and care for your chosen cat or dog.  Your name will be displayed by the description of the animal and you may visit him or her anytime!  Check out our Pet Pal Program!

Low-Cost Vaccination Clinic

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Our next Low-Cost Vaccination Clinic will be held on Saturday, September 4th from 1-3 PM at the shelter.  First come, first served.  When you purchase a Distemper vaccine (DHLPP) your pet will receive a Rabies vaccine for free!  That's a savings of $15.  No checks or bills over $20, please. 

Dog of the Week

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FRANKIE needs a friend.  He is a sweetheart and loves to be held like a teddy bear.  He is a handsome guy with a big personality.  He will do best in a home without small children, given his small size.  He would rather be at home with a "slow-mover" rather than someone who moves around a lot.  He is quite entertaining!

Help Me Heal Fund

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Thank you to the Help Me Heal Fund donors who contributed to Bear's surgery fund!  Bear, a Great Pyrenees who came to PAWS Atlanta last year, has been treated for ear infections, heartworms and malnutrition. Because his ear infections went untreated by his previous owners, he required major surgery on one ear.  Bear's successful surgery was on July 30th by Dr. Corse at Northlake Vet Surgery.  We will continue to post his progress on Bear's Blog.

(Photo courtesy of Angela Beaver, www.myphopaws.com)

Quick Links

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Shelter Information

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PAWS Atlanta
5287 Covington Highway
Decatur, GA 30035
(P) 770-593-1155

Hours of Operation:
Monday       12 PM to 4 PM
Tuesday      12 PM to 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM to 6 PM
Thursday     12 PM to 6 PM
Friday          12 PM to 6 PM
Sat/Sun       10 AM to 6 PM

  

Featured Partner

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Science Diet Program

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PAWS Atlanta is proud to be the beneficiary of the Hill's Pet Nutrition Science Diet's Shelter Feeding Program.  We are feeding our shelter dogs and cats exclusively Science Diet food.  Each adopted animal will come home with a free trial sized bag of Science Diet food, which we recommend for continuity.  For more information, please visit Hill's Pet Nutrition.

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