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CoCo
Coco was adopted as a puppy but sadly it wasn’t the right fit. CoCo needed a more active home and thankfully her adopted mom realized that CoCo needed…
Southern Comfort Animal Rescue • Tarrytown, GA
Dogs for Adoption in Georgia
2,203 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Georgia. Showing 2,101–2,130 of 2,203 below.
Every dog in Georgia deserves a forever home — from puppies taking their first steps to adult dogs who are calm, house-trained, and ready to bond right away. All listings shown here are real dogs currently available for adoption from shelters and rescues in Georgia. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
43 shelters and rescues in Georgia currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Georgia
Georgia's large volume of listings comes from an even mix of municipal shelters, humane societies and rescue groups, many posted from around Atlanta, Chamblee and Lawrenceville. A county shelter usually lets you walk in during open hours, while rescue groups tend to place dogs from foster homes and begin with an application.
Open the profile of a dog you like and get in touch with the organization holding it. You can expect an application or a conversation, a meet and greet, and an adoption fee the organization sets, often covering spay or neuter and vaccinations. Because so many listings sit in the Atlanta area, many groups help arrange transport within the state. That dog's history, requirements and availability come from the organization on its profile.
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Lionel
Meet Lionel Introducing Lionel — a strikingly handsome and amazingly intelligent ... Lionel is eager to find his forever home. Lionel is an athletic, …
Murray County Humane Society • Crandall, GA
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Joan Jett (JJ)
JJ may be named after a rock legend, but her favorite hits are cuddles, kisses, and a good bone to chew on. She doesn’t just wag her tail — she rocks …
Paw Angel's Inc. • Calhoun, GA
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Levi
Levi is a walking bundle of joy with a wagging tail and a heart made of marshmallows. He's incredibly sweet, endlessly friendly, and absolutely loves …
Paw Angel's Inc. • Calhoun, GA
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Kirby
Kirby is losing his home to divorce. He is a very playful pup who loves to play in the yard with sturdy kids. He is also loves to cuddle - so he needs…
Doggie Harmony • Atlanta, GA
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Lazlo
Lazlo is an adorable, affectionate, young Pit Bull mix, born in 2025, and currently weighing about 33 pounds, but expected to be about 45 pounds full …
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
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Mo
Meet Mo – a country boy at heart! Mo is a fluffy sweetheart who’s struggling with city life after his family moved from the country to a busy apartmen…
Doggie Harmony • Atlanta, GA
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Charlie, Sweet, Sweet Grateful Boy
We are searching for a foster (OR ADOPTIVE) home for this precious little boy, Charlie, a SWEET/SWEET GRATEFUL TERRIOR MIX Meet Charlie — A Little Ter…
A Welcome Home Animal Rescue • Atlanta, GA
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Flippy
HI, I'M FLIPPY! I AM SUPER KID AND DOG FRIENDLY! I EVEN LIKE CATS! I'M THE SWEETEST BLACK LAB YOU'VE EVER MEET! IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE EITHER F…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
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Yuki
Meet Yuki — a brilliant, affectionate girl who just happens to be deaf (and doesn’t let that slow her down one bit!). Yuki is a 3-year-old, 35-pound s…
Doggie Harmony • Atlanta, GA
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Pretty Princess FOSTER NEEDED TOO
Pretty Princess's story will break your heart. At just two years old, her world had been limited to a tether and a life meant only for breeding. Despi…
Doggie Harmony • Atlanta, GA
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Kelly
Kelly was surrendered to the shelter as a stray and left at the door pregnant where she gave birth to 8 puppies at the shelter. Kelly is a very sweet …
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
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Bunny
Bunny is a super sweet, friendly and playful puppy. He has playful puppy energy and enjoys playing with his shelter friends in our dog yard. He gets a…
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
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Toby
Toby was surrendered with his sister Bella. The two are a bonded pair that love each other dearly and need to be adopted together. Toby is a sweet, fr…
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
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Denali
Denali was surrendered to the shelter along with his 7 siblings by an owner who could not care for them. They all LOVE laying with their bellies up cu…
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
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Stacey
Stacey was surrendered to the shelter as a stray. Stacey is a loyal dog with plenty of love to give. She is a Female dog with a lot of different chara…
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
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Bones
Bones was rescued by CCHS from the street very, very malnourished and neglected trying to defend for himself. Bones is a very sweet boy who just loves…
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
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Jasper
"MEET JASPER" He was born at Clayton County Humane Society to mom Kelly who is also still up for adoption. Jasper has been completely vetted which inc…
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
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River
"MEET RIVER" He was born at Clayton County Humane Society to mom Kelly who is also still up for adoption. River has been completely vetted which inclu…
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
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Leo
Leo has been completely vetted which includes microchipping, neutering, ALL current and up to date vaccinations, rabies vaccination, heartworm testing…
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
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Brother
MEET "BROTHER" Brother has been completely vetted which includes microchipping, neutering, ALL current and up to date vaccinations, rabies vaccine, he…
Street Paws • Locust Grove, GA
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Nangi/Princess
This is 4 of 11 that came from the darkest of places—living in filthy conditions , starved, and neglected, their tiny bodies frail and their spirits n…
Semper Fi Legacy Rescue, Inc. • Ball Ground, GA
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Lyla Rome
Meet Lovely Lyla! Born in 2025, Lyla is a playful, adorable Lab mix pup with a whole lot of personality in her 30-lb frame! With her mama being a 40-l…
Barkville Dog Rescue • Roswell, GA
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Bertie
Bertie has spent some time with kids now and we can say she is kid friendly. Below is her revised bio. Bertie is housebroken, crate trained, and walks…
Doggie Harmony • Atlanta, GA
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Dodger
Dodger came to us with his mom when he was dumped in the woods. He is a very smart pup, and has learned how to be a pet very quickly! He lives at a do…
Southern Animal Volunteer Effort • Decatur, GA
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Farrah
Farrah was dumped in the woods with her puppies, but she was smart enough to find a family that took them to safety. He is a young mom, and a ton of f…
Southern Animal Volunteer Effort • Decatur, GA
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Kiwi HOLD
Kiwi was born 5/30/25. She is sweet and sassy, a perfect little girl! She is friendly and social with everyone. She likes playing with her toys. She i…
East Coast Humane Society Inc. • Cumming, GA
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Hazel
Hazel is currently with a loving foster family near Ringoes, NJ. An application for Hazel can be submitted at socorescue.com (no need to register or l…
Southern Comfort Animal Rescue • Tarrytown, GA
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Georgia
Programs that help Georgia adopters keep a dog healthy on a budget. Each page was checked on 2026-09-10; confirm current hours and eligibility with the organization.
- Spay / neuterGeorgia Department of Agriculture Dog and Cat Sterilization Program (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — State grant program funding subsidized spay and neuter through shelters, rescues and veterinary foundations across Georgia.
- Low-cost vet careLifeLine Animal Project Affordable Vet Care (opens in a new tab) — Metro Atlanta clinics offering wellness care, spay and neuter, vaccines, dental and diagnostics at reduced prices.
- Low-cost vet careFulton County Animal Services Pet Care (opens in a new tab) — Low cost exams, vaccine clinics and spay and neuter, with free services for residents of targeted zip codes.
- Spay / neuterAtlanta Humane Society Low Cost Spay and Neuter (opens in a new tab) — Package spay and neuter surgery including vaccinations and microchip at the Atlanta animal center, by appointment.
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Adopting a dog in Georgia — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Georgia?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Georgia, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Every Dog's Chance gathers listings in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local shelter or rescue.
Are the dog listings in Georgia up to date?
Listings are refreshed regularly from participating shelters and rescues. Because dogs are adopted and new ones are added constantly, availability can change between updates — always confirm a specific dog is still available with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
How much does it cost to adopt a dog in Georgia?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue. Many organizations include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and a health exam in their fee. Open any dog's profile and contact the organization directly for their current fee and what it covers.
Can I adopt a dog from another city in Georgia?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Georgia welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them how their process works.
Can I foster a dog in Georgia instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Georgia offer foster programs, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering gets a dog out of a kennel and into a calm home while they wait for their forever family. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are the dogs in Georgia good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than anything else. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, and other dogs. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
