If you are looking for a furry friend to join your family, you might want to check out the Clayton County Animal Control Shelter. The shelter has dozens of dogs and cats of various breeds, ages, and personalities waiting for their forever homes. Here are some of the adoptable pets that you can meet this week.
How to adopt a pet from the shelter
The Clayton County Animal Control Shelter is located at 1396 Government Circle in Jonesboro. The shelter is open from Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The shelter is closed on Sundays and holidays.
To adopt a pet from the shelter, you need to fill out an adoption application and pay a fee of $70 for dogs and $50 for cats. The fee includes spaying or neutering, microchipping, rabies vaccination, and deworming. You also need to provide a valid photo ID and proof of address.
You can browse the available pets on the shelter’s website, or visit the shelter in person to see them. The shelter staff will help you find the best match for your lifestyle and preferences. You can also call the shelter at 770-477-3509 for more information.
Some of the pets you can meet this week
The shelter has many adorable pets that are looking for loving homes. Here are some of the pets that you can meet this week:
- Buddy is a 2-year-old male Labrador Retriever mix. He is a friendly and playful dog that loves to run and fetch. He is good with other dogs and children, but he needs a home without cats. He is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.
- Lola is a 1-year-old female Domestic Shorthair cat. She is a sweet and cuddly cat that likes to be petted and held. She is good with other cats and children, but she needs a home without dogs. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
- Rocky is a 3-year-old male Pit Bull Terrier mix. He is a loyal and affectionate dog that enjoys being around people. He is good with other dogs and children, but he needs a home without cats. He is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.
- Misty is a 2-year-old female Domestic Medium Hair cat. She is a shy and gentle cat that prefers a quiet and calm environment. She is good with other cats and children, but she needs a home without dogs. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
- Max is a 4-year-old male German Shepherd mix. He is a smart and energetic dog that likes to learn new tricks and play with toys. He is good with other dogs and children, but he needs a home without cats. He is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.
These are just some of the pets that you can meet at the shelter. There are many more dogs and cats of different sizes, colors, and personalities waiting for you. If you are interested in adopting any of these pets, or want to see more options, please visit the shelter or contact them today.
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, comfort, and joy. They can also help you 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 and the environment. You are reducing the number of homeless animals, preventing overpopulation, and saving resources. You are also supporting the shelter’s mission to protect and care for the animals in need.
How you can help the shelter
If you are not ready to adopt a pet, but still want to help the shelter, there are other ways you can contribute. You can:
- Donate money or supplies to the shelter. The shelter needs funds to cover the costs of food, medicine, and other expenses. The shelter also needs supplies such as blankets, towels, toys, and cleaning products. You can donate online, by mail, or in person.
- Volunteer at the shelter. The shelter needs volunteers to help with various tasks, such as walking, feeding, grooming, and socializing the animals. You can also help with administrative, fundraising, or outreach activities. You can apply online, by phone, or in person.
- Foster a pet from the shelter. The shelter needs foster homes to provide temporary care for the animals that are not ready for adoption, such as pregnant, nursing, sick, or injured pets. You can provide them with a safe and loving environment until they find their permanent homes. You can apply online, by phone, or in person.
The Clayton County Animal Control Shelter is a place where you can find your new best friend, or help an animal in need. The shelter is always grateful for any support and assistance from the public. Please visit their website, call them, or stop by to learn more about their work and their pets.
