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    Dekalb County Animal Services

    2.9 (56 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    I have read some of the previous, more negative, reviews and I can't say I necessarily disagree with some of the issues others have raised. However, I do think the volunteers and workers here are doing the best they can with what they have got. They are extremely overcrowded and do not have the resources they need. I am sure working here has got to be both heartbreaking and exhausting to some extent. I adopted my dog from this shelter a little over a year ago and we had an amazing experience. The volunteer that helped us was so knowledgeable, made us feel like a priority, and lead us in the right direction with what we were looking for. My sweet boy has absolutely changed my life, I am so thankful for this shelter and how they equipped us to have a successful adoption.

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    Over 400 dogs there I went there to save a dog from the euth list but since someone else was there for the same dog I asked to foster any dog who is dog friendly after about a hour and only seeing 1 dog I was told they don't have any dogs that was a match for me. I would have took literally any dog regardless of size age gender and to tell me out of 400 dogs none of them are dog friendly/ tested round small dogs for me to take home was very disappointing. They even had small dogs but didn't show me any I saw at least 10 in the back area.

    This is so not healthy for the dog!

    The people who work there are horrible. The dogs were left in cages full of poop & pee. It was so sad to see them like this especially the puppys!!!! , it is so sad to see things like this ! They need to do a lot of work. The halls ways we're filthy!, I'm so disappointed this is how they work!!

    Great place to volunteer your time to help the animals! Or find your new best furry friend!
    Meredith L.

    This is a brand new facility that opened in the summer of 2017 to help hundreds of cats, dogs, and other animals find their new forever home. This facility is filled with dedicated staff, volunteers, and others from the community who are passionate about providing support for the animals who need their care. This place deals with lost animals, unwanted pets, mistreated animals, strays, newly born animals, and more. The staff works extremely hard to handle the overwhelming amount of questions and requests that are placed on them and they do it with a smile, patience, and kindness. If you are interested in adoption, you can walk the halls of the kennels that contain the dogs, cats, and puppies. These animals come from a myriad of backgrounds, so please have some compassion for them as the shelter environment can be very stressful. The adoption counselors, located at the desk towards the front of the building, will work closely with you to go through the adoption process and answer any questions that you might have. There are often promotions for adoptions, so check their website for those if you are interested. Come visit or volunteer your time to help with this important issue of helping these homeless animals find a new home!

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    Our experience with Meagan was definitely a praiseworthy one. She was very personable and…read moreinformative. She was extremely patient in explaining the health and home care. She wasn't pushy like other places we had visited. Meagan really has a genuine love for her pups. We went in looking for a Poodle and ended up with a Maltipoo. My girls and especially my wife were in love at first sight. There was just a peace in knowing she was the one for us. After being in our family for several days now, that peace has been confirmed even more. Cali or Callie (we haven't decided on the spelling yet) is her name since we're from there. Lord bless Meagan's business. Thank you for everything. (John 3:16-21and verse 36.

    If you're looking for a puppy, this is the place to go! I…read morecannot recommend Precious Petite Puppies enough. They truly have the cutest puppies ever! I recently brought home two teacup Yorkshire Terriers, and I am absolutely in love with them. From the moment I picked them up, I could tell how much love and care had gone into raising them. One of them, Tiny, went straight to the pee wee pad when we got home--such a smart little guy! His older brother Titan loves to cuddle and falls asleep in my sisters arms when she hold him. Seeing how they behave really shows how well they're cared for and prepped before going to their forever homes. The experience was smooth, the environment was clean, and it's clear the team at Precious Petite Puppies truly cares about every single pup. I've attached some photos so you can see just how adorable they are! If you're even thinking about adding a furry friend to your life, definitely check them out!

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    Absolute horrible customer service. I drove a total of 4hrs to come get a puppy for our family. I…read morecalled multiple times asking if they could manually enter my credit card information because I was pending a new card in the mail as my old card would that tap, swipe, or insert. I was told multiple times that they could. I showed up. Our family found the perfect mini Goldendoodle. Filled out all the paper work and when I went to pay was told they couldn't enter the card manually. Working in IT, I knew that was a lie. I showed them how to do it on the clover Point of Sale system they use. They then told me that the owner wouldn't allow it to happen. I called Mr Hunt, the owner, and explained my situation and what I was told. He told me his employees know better and without saying, called me a liar and scammer. I told him to pull the recordings, but I doubt that will happen. He then offered his stores financial services which are absolutely ridiculous compared to what I currently have. They lost a substantial sale and a customer for life. I'm also aware that these front counter workers make money from sales. I feel bad that the girl helping my family missed out on this commission, but unfortunately the owner prevented that. I could tell she was heart broken. I should have read all of the ratings and took them to heart before driving this way. The only way Mr Hunt keeps this store running is by manipulating people into terrible financial deals.

    Petland is the largest national retailer of puppy mill puppies. This location is not excluded from…read moreall of the horrible reviews and experiences that exist all throughout the US. It's obvious the staff are pushing sales for either commission or some other incentive that is not finding perfect matches and getting animals good homes, and incredible pressure was applied to walk out with a $5050 dog right then and there. I would do explicit research before ever supporting this Petland or any other.

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    Not only can we leave town and rest comfortably knowing that our three dogs are well cared for and…read moreloved, but I honestly believe they are more spoiled than ever every time we return. Communication is excellent , the house is always clean and it's the best service we have ever had with a pet sitter service. Professional, kind and caring. Can't give them enough kudos!

    This is a long overdue review. I just happened to be scrolling for a specific text and pulled up…read moreold text exchanges with Karen from my days in Atlanta. And realized I owe this fantastic person a review. A very long story short, in 2015 I found myself in temporary housing after a move back to Atlanta to start a new job. It was a very difficult situation with two rescue dogs that suffered from anxiety/separation issues. The day prior my daytime pet arrangements had fallen through. I also had work travel imminent. I was in a panic and massively stressed. The same day I called Karen, she showed up to meet me and the two pups. They took to her immediately, even my ultra scared/shy guy who shivered and shook around people. She confidentially handled them, kindly calmed my anxiety over the situation and had it under control. She could double as a therapist!!! The next day while I was at work all went totally fine with their walk. I even received text photos with details of how it went. The pups were happy, I was relieved of stress and life suddenly became simpler. For simplicity sake I've glossed over a very trying and rough time in life. But for Karen and her team it would not have turned out so well. With a world of gratitude and thanks, I HIGHLY recommend.

    Dekalb County Animal Services - animalshelters - Updated May 2026

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