If you are looking for a new furry friend to join your family, you might want to check out the Clayton County Humane Society. They have many dogs and cats that are waiting for their forever homes. Here are some of the adoptable pets that you can meet this week.
A small shelter with a big heart
The Clayton County Humane Society is a small, non-profit, no-kill shelter that provides care and shelter for homeless animals in the county. They have been operating since 1968 and rely on donations, volunteers, and foster homes to keep their doors open. They also work with other rescue groups and animal control agencies to save as many lives as possible.
The shelter is located at 7810 N. McDonough Rd. in Jonesboro, and is open from Tuesday to Sunday, with varying hours. You can also visit their website or Facebook page to see more photos and information about their adoptable pets.
Some of the pets you can meet this week
The shelter has many dogs and cats of different breeds, ages, and personalities that are looking for loving homes. Here are some of the pets that you can meet this week:
- Buddy is a 10-year-old male Labrador Retriever mix who is very sweet and gentle. He loves to cuddle and get belly rubs. He is good with other dogs and children, but not with cats. He is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.
- Luna is a 2-year-old female Domestic Shorthair cat who is very playful and curious. She likes to chase toys and explore her surroundings. She is good with other cats and dogs, but needs a slow introduction. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
- Rocky is a 5-year-old male Pit Bull Terrier mix who is very friendly and energetic. He loves to run and play fetch. He is good with other dogs, but needs a home without cats or small animals. He is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.
- Molly is a 4-year-old female Domestic Mediumhair cat who is very affectionate and calm. She likes to snuggle and purr. She is good with other cats and dogs, but prefers a quiet home. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
These are just some of the pets that are available for adoption at the shelter. You can see more of them on their website or Facebook page, or visit them in person. The adoption fee for dogs is $150 and for cats is $100, which includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip, and a free vet visit.
How you can help the shelter
The shelter is always in need of donations, volunteers, and foster homes to help them care for the animals. You can donate money, food, supplies, or services through their website or in person. You can also volunteer your time and skills to help with cleaning, feeding, socializing, or transporting the animals. You can also foster an animal temporarily until they find a permanent home.
The shelter also hosts various events and fundraisers throughout the year, such as adoption fairs, bake sales, raffles, and auctions. You can follow them on their website or Facebook page to stay updated on their upcoming events and activities.
The shelter also appreciates any word-of-mouth or social media promotion that you can do to help them find homes for their animals. You can share their posts, tag your friends, or write reviews to spread the word about their work and their adoptable pets.
Why you should adopt a pet from the shelter
Adopting a pet from the shelter is not only a great way to save a life, but also to enrich your own. Pets can provide you with companionship, love, and joy. They can also improve your physical and mental health, by reducing stress, lowering blood pressure, and increasing happiness.
By adopting a pet from the shelter, you are also helping the community, by reducing the number of homeless animals, preventing overpopulation, and supporting a local organization that does good work.
If you are ready to welcome a new furry friend into your home, visit the Clayton County Humane Society this week and meet some of the adorable pets that are up for adoption. You might just find your perfect match.
