Atlanta Pets for Sale and Adoption (2025)

FAQs

What is the best pet adoption site? ›

It has been a long-held belief that black dogs are the toughest to rehome. Their color means they do not photograph so easily, some people are superstitious about their color, and they don't stand out so well alongside dogs with brighter coats.

Perks of adoption

Once adopted, pets from shelters and rescue groups typically cost less than pets purchased or even acquired for free, when you add in the cost of vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, microchipping, flea and tick treatment and dewormer included in your adoption fee.

Your local animal shelter or rescue organization can help you find the right match for your family. There are also breed-specific rescue groups for every breed of dog, including "designer" or "hybrids" like labradoodles and puggles.

A friend of a friend may be able to help. Set up an online profile for your pet. Rehome by Adopt-a-Pet.com and Home to Home connect pets with people who are interested in adopting them. These free websites guide you through the rehoming process step by step, from setting up a profile to signing an adoption agreement.

When you buy a pet, you not only deny a homeless pet a home, you are supporting an industry that thrives on short-changing the welfare of animals. Puppy and kitten mills (which sell to pet stores) are in business to make a profit, so they churn out puppies and kittens as fast as they can.

Dogs are more expensive to adopt, buy, and care for, because – contrary to the stereotypical image of cats being primped and spoiled – cats don't require nearly as much maintenance or as many resources as dogs do. Whether you're adopting or buying, the price can range drastically, depending on the breed.

Adoption fees help cover the medical care of the animal while he or she waits for a new home, as well as food and transportation costs. These fees help to provide care for the other animals in the shelter or rescue group who may have medical bills that are much higher than any possible adoption fee.

How soon is too soon to adopt a dog? ›

There is no right timeline for when to get another dog after your dog dies. Each person will have a different timeline that suits them. Some people might find it appropriate for them to get a new dog a few days to weeks after their dog dies. However, some people might need a few months to years before they are ready.

Adopters must be at least 18 years of age, present a photo id and pay an adoption fee. Some animals may not be perfect candidates for certain homes.

Your references should be individuals you've known at least a few years, who have seen you interact with animals. They should want to provide a rave review that causes the application screeners to want you to be the one to adopt the pet you're interested in.

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Love Pet Project Inc is a legitimate nonprofit organization registered as a 501(c)(3) entity. Love Pet Project Inc submitted a form 990, which is a tax form used by tax-exempt organizations in the U.S., indicating its operational transparency and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Best Friends Animal Society, (BFAS) founded in its present form in 1993, is an American nonprofit 501(c)(3) animal welfare organization based in Kanab, Utah with satellite offices in Atlanta, Georgia, Bentonville, Arkansas, Houston, Texas, Los Angeles, California, New York City, and Salt Lake City, Utah.