Mixed Breed Dogs Available for Adoption in Athens, Georgia

Why choose me?

Update: Chili's friend and kennel mate, Ennie, was adopted, so I took her outside with Bruno who she'd also come to the shelter with. They were happy to be together, and Chili want Bruno to play and playfully bumped him and then grabbed a ball and rolled over on her back. Hoping they'd chase the ball, I threw it, and to my surprise Chili ran to fetch it. She brought it back, and we played round after round of fetch. She would have kept going, but I ended our game not wanting her to overdo it. I was amazed--she's 12 years old and still loves playing fetch!

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Chili and Ennie came to the shelter with Bruno. They're all sweet, gentle dogs. Sadly, their owner passed away. The girls share a kennel, and both were happy to be leashed and walk outside. I put Bruno in the interaction pen next to the girls, and they were glad to see each other. Chili liked lounging in the sun while Ennie did a little exploring. They both like treats and being loved on. They're medium-sized dogs and were easy to walk together though Chili was so excited to be outside that she pulled a bit to lead the way. They're good-natured seniors who were happy to enjoy the day (and treats!) with a friend.

You can read more about this dog and check out additional photos here: https://www.accgov.com/9482/Dogs

The adoption fees, shelter schedule, a description of the rescue and adoption process, and a list of included vetting can be found at https://athenspets.net/adoption-rescue-process.

This dog is available for adoption through Athens-Clarke County Animal Services, located at 125 Buddy Christian Way, Athens, GA. For the most timely information on hours, location, availability and how to adopt, call the shelter Mon - Sat from 11am-4pm or Sunday 12-3 (except holidays) at 706-613-3540 or go to https://www.accgov.com/133/Animal-Services.

Visit the shelter in person or submit an application online! https://www.accgov.com/9482/Dogs

The mixed breed dogs, often referred to as mutts, are a diverse and unique group with a blend of different characteristics from various purebred dog breeds. These dogs come from a mixture of lineages, resulting in a wide range of sizes, coat types, and temperaments. While each mixed breed dog is distinct in its own right, they are known for their resilience, adaptability, and often have fewer health issues compared to purebred dogs due to their genetic diversity. Mixed breed dogs make wonderful companions for families looking for a loyal and one-of-a-kind pet.

Athenspets, Inc. is an all-volunteer Georgia nonprofit, tax exempt corporation dedicated to finding permanent homes or rescues for all the...