For 60 years, PAWS Atlanta has been a trusted no-kill shelter for pets in need and a steadfast partner to the people who love them. We provide daily care, medical support, and refuge for every animal in our care until they find their forever home, no matter how long it takes.
But PAWS Atlanta is more than a shelter. Through innovation, partnerships, and a deep commitment to our neighbors, we provide families with the resources they need to keep pets healthy, happy, and in their loving homes.
Looking ahead, PAWS Atlanta is building on six decades of impact with an ambitious vision for the future. By expanding access to veterinary services, strengthening community support, and creating tailored pathways to lasting placements, we strive for a world where no pet is at risk simply because help is out of reach. Guided by compassion, integrity, and the belief that every pet deserves a chance, PAWS Atlanta stands with pets and their people through every stage of life; saving lives, strengthening bonds, and shaping a community where every animal can thrive.
Our Mission
PAWS Atlanta is a trusted no-kill animal shelter committed to compassionately caring for pets in need, supporting the people who love them, and keeping pets where they belong, safe in their homes and communities. We provide refuge for animals in need, vital resources for pet owners in crisis, and tailored pathways that lead to successful, lasting placements. Guided by integrity, innovation, and a deep sense of community, we stand with pets and their people through every stage of life and create a lifelong safety net for both.
Our Vision
We envision a community where no pet is at risk simply because care is out of reach. By expanding access to veterinary services, strengthening partnerships, and offering compassionate support, PAWS Atlanta helps keep pets with their families and prevents crisis before it begins.
Our Core Values
Compassion
Every pet deserves love, and every person deserves support without judgment.
Community
We work hand-in-hand with pet owners, volunteers, fosters, supporters, and partners to build a network of care that keeps pets in caring homes.
Integrity
We act with transparency and responsibility, ensuring trust in every interaction.
Innovation
We seek creative solutions that prevent pet homelessness and ensure successful adoptions.
Commitment
We stand by pets and their people for the long haul, creating a safety net that lasts a lifetime.
