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February 25, 2026

Chattooga County Animal Shelter Highlights Available Pets for Adoption

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The Chattooga County Animal Shelter is spotlighting several dogs and cats currently available for adoption and looking for loving homes.

Among the dogs available are Kevin, Ariana, Milo, Ember, Rem, Lily, Fiona, Lick, Rosie, Kuma, Willow, Beaux, Moose, Hoss, and Aspen. Cats available for adoption include Atlas, Oreo, Aries, and Zorro.

The shelter is located at 464 Red Oak Road in Summerville and is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The shelter is also open the first Saturday of every month for adoptions. For more information, call 706-857-0679.

Adopting from the shelter helps provide animals with a second chance and supports local animal care efforts in Chattooga County.

February 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Animal Shelter Launches “Adopt a Kennel” Sponsorship Program

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The Chattooga County Animal Shelter is inviting the community to help support local dogs through a new “Adopt a Kennel” sponsorship program. The program is open to businesses, individuals, classrooms, families, and anyone who wants to help, offering a direct way to support the shelter and the animals in its care.

February 2, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga County Animal Control & Shelter at Capacity – Updated

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Earlier it was reported that the Chattooga County Animal Shelter was at full capacity and was not taking in animals. WZQZ News has been notified that information is incorrect. The shelter is operating normally at this time. Area residents are still encouraged to consider adopting animals from the Chattooga County Animal Shelter.

November 29, 2025

by WZQZ NEWS

Walker County Animal Shelter Joins Nationwide “Empty the Shelters” Event December 1–15

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The Walker County Animal Shelter is partnering once again with the BISSELL Pet Foundation to bring holiday cheer to homeless pets. The shelter is one of 300 locations across the country taking part in the Empty the Shelters – Holiday Hope adoption event, running December 1st through 15th.

November 28, 2025

by WZQZ NEWS

Residents Voice Concerns Over Shelter Closure and Adoption Changes in Chattooga County

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Many Chattooga County residents are welcoming the appointment of Charlie Long as the new Animal Control Director, but several are also expressing concerns about recent decisions announced by Commissioner Andy Allen regarding shelter operations and public access to adoptable animals.