6 lovable pups to adopt now in Atlanta

6 lovable pups to adopt now in AtlantaPhotos: Petfinder
Hoodline
Published on November 15, 2019

Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of lovable pups up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Atlanta, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect fit.

Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.

(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)


Zeus, rat terrier mix

Zeus is a darling male rat terrier mix being cared for at New Rattitude - National Rat Terrier Rescue.

Zeus is the life of the party — he's happy to keep company with other dogs and cats. He's already neutered, he has had all his shots, and he has mastered his house-training etiquette.

Zeus' current caretakers say:

He loves long walks, and he is crate trained.

Apply to adopt Zeus today at Petfinder.

Dixie, Labrador retriever and boxer mix

Dixie is a female Labrador retriever and boxer mix staying at Atlanta Lab Rescue.

Dixie plays well with others, and she gets along well with other dogs. She is already house-trained, spayed and vaccinated.

Here's what Dixie's friends at Atlanta Lab Rescue think of her:

If you are looking for the ultimate canine companion, Dixie is the dog for you. She is never happier than when she is by your side. She is attentive and eager to please, which makes her easy to train. She is excellent in the house.

Read more about Dixie on Petfinder.

Hershey, Pomeranian

Hershey is a handsome male Pomeranian staying at Priceless Pets Atlanta.

Hershey gets along well with children, cats or dogs. Fear not: He's already house-trained, vaccinated and neutered. Hershey is a special needs pet, so please inquire about his specific care requirements.

Hershey's current caretakers say:

Hershey is a super sweet and tiny purebred Pomeranian. He is completely housebroken and waits till he is taken outside for potty breaks. Hershey sleeps quietly in his crate at night and loves his cuddle time on the sofa several times a day.

Read more about Hershey on Petfinder.

Patches, terrier mix

Patches is a sweet male terrier mix currently residing at Priceless Pets Atlanta.

Patches is a social butterfly — he'll get along great with other dogs, cats and children. He is already house-trained, neutered and vaccinated.

Here's what Patches' friends at Priceless Pets Atlanta think of him:

Patches is very playful and sweet. He's a dream dog, sleeps quietly in his crate every night, plays well with other dogs and is not destructive indoors. He loves his chew hooves and soft toys. We think Patches will be a fantastic family dog. 

Read more about how to adopt Patches on Petfinder.

Skittles, German shepherd

Skittles is a darling male German shepherd staying at German Shepherd Dog Rescue Group of Georgia Inc.

Skittles gets along well with other dogs. Skittles is looking for a home without small children. He's mastered his house-training etiquette, he is already neutered, and he has had all his shots.

From Skittles' current caretaker:

Skittles is friendly, and he likes to run and play. He would do well with older children used to big dogs. He is good with other dogs, but we are not sure how he is with cats. 

Apply to adopt Skittles today at Petfinder.

Betty White, mixed breed

Betty White is an adorable female mixed breed dog being cared for at Releash Atlanta.

Betty White loves cats, dogs and kids, and she is spayed and vaccinated. She has also mastered her house-training etiquette.

Notes from Betty White's caretakers:

She’s gentle, sweet and completely housebroken. She’s obsessed with squeaky toys and acts just like a puppy when she sees one. Even though Betty walks funny and moves kinda slow, she gets around just the same! She’d do best in a house with limited or no stairs.

Read more about how to adopt Betty White on Petfinder.


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