Animal Shelter in Decatur🐾

Whether you\'re looking to adopt, volunteer, donate, or simply learn more, here you\'ll find a trusted list of animal shelters in Decatur that open their doors—and their hearts—to animals every day.

Useful Adoption Tip

If you’re considering adopting a pet from PAWS Atlanta (or any shelter), here are some key tips to make the process smooth and successful:

• Ask for the full medical and behavioral history: vaccinations, spay/neuter status, any known behavior issues or trauma.
• Meet the pet in person (or foster first) to observe temperament: how they react to people, to other animals, to new environments.
• Be realistic about your lifestyle: exercise needs, space, daily time, financial resources for veterinary care and food.
• Prepare your home in advance: secure outdoor areas, get the essentials (bed, food, bowls, leash, toys), and plan for the transition period.
• Consider adopting older animals: they are often calmer, may already be trained, and shelters like PAWS Atlanta provide medical support for senior pets.

The shelters and rescue groups in Decatur are working every day to care for animals in need—and they can't do it alone. Every small action makes a big difference in the lives of animals. Thank you for being part of their journey to a better life.