== UPCOMING EVENTS ==
Ongoing: Gwinnett Animal Shelter is at Critical Capacity
Where: Gwinnett Animal Shelter, 884 Winder Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA, United States, Georgia
UPCOMING PET ADOPTION EVENTS
1) See Planned PEThood of GA Events – View available pets: https://pethoodga.org/adopt/
🗓️ Saturday, March 15 (12-3pm at Pet Supermarket Suwanee)
🗓️ Saturday, March 15 (12-3pm at Pet Supermarket Duluth)
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2) Pet Adoption Event with
Paw Project of Georgia Events
🗓️ NEXT EVENT TBA
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3) Pet Adoption Event with MACS Friends Animal Rescue Events
🗓️ Participating in The Mad Hatness Car Show event on March 22 (10am-2pm) in Auburn
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4) Pet Adoption Events with Bossy Paws Rescue Events
🗓️ NEXT EVENT TBA
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5) Pet Adoption Event with Pup & Cat Co
🗓️ Saturday, March 15 (12-4pm) at My Pets Vet Buford – 3189 Buford Dr, Buford
🗓️ Saturday, March 29 (11a-3pm) at PetSmart, Buford
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6) Pet Adoption Events with Dirt Road Doggies Rescue
🗓️ Saturday, March 15, 2025 (11am-3pm) at Pet Supplies Plus, 3280 Hamilton Mill Rd, Buford, Ga
Treat your ANIMAL LOVER friends & family members to an unforgettable animal encounter at Yellow River Wildlife Sanctuary in Lilburn, GA.
SEE HERE
Friday, March 14: Pit Bull Wellness Event
“Thanks to a generous anonymous donor, join us for a very special Pit Bull Wellness Event to help keep pit bulls with their families! Friday, March 14th, our Wellness Clinic is excited to offer special services to pit bulls and pit bull mixes in need, including a wellness exam, distemper vaccine, rabies vaccine, heartworm test, heartworm preventative, microchip, and a training scholarship. A $15 copay is due at the time of scheduling and will cover all of the services listed.
When: Friday, March 14, 2025
Where: 2860 Buford Hwy, Duluth, GA
Saturday, March 15: Bark in the Park
“Join us for a tail-wagging extravaganza at Bark at the Park!
This year, we’re bringing you an exciting lineup of activities that your furry friends will love. Discover a variety of dog vendors showcasing the latest treats, toys, and accessories to pamper your pups.
For those looking to put their pups’ skills to the test, our mini agility course promises a fun challenge for dogs of all sizes. Plus, don’t miss our brand-new Pup-Pie Eating Contest, where pups can compete for the title of Pup-Pie Champion!
Enjoy a day filled with fun carnival-style games that will entertain you and your canine companions. Mark your calendars and join the celebration—you won’t want to miss out on this paw-some event!”
When: Saturday, March 15, 2025 (2pm-5pm)
Where: Peachtree Corners, Georgia
Sunday, March 29: Fur Buddy Meet-N-Greet at Car Show
Come meet Dirt Road Doggies Rescue at Shiloh Baptist Church. What’s better than dogs and cars? A car with a dog hanging out the window, duh! We’ll be there Saturday, March 29th from 10am-2pm. Dirt Road Doggies Rescue.
Car Show Details:
Car show, vendors and blood drive combined for fund raiser hosted by Shiloh Baptist Church on church grounds.
$25 Registration fee car or vendor. Free parking and admission. Rain or shine
Deadline to register is March 22nd, depending on space availability.
This is a church sponsored event and will be family-friendly at all times.
Contact us by e-mail at [email protected]
Where: Shiloh Baptist Church, 5988 Spalding Dr, Peachtree Corners (located on the corner of Spalding Drive and Jay Bird Alley in Peachtree Corners)
Car Show Link
Sunday, March 29: Planned PEThood Presents: Saving Kittens Workshop Featuring Hannah Shaw, Kitten Lady
“Join New York Times best selling author and animal rescue icon Hannah Shaw, Kitten Lady, for a special 2 hour Saving Kittens Workshop. This workshop includes information on kitten development, assessing health, monitoring stool and urine, bottle feeding, kitten-led weaning, behavior and socialization and more! Attendees gain an understanding of the issues impacting kittens, learn the fundamentals of caring for kittens 0-8 weeks of age, and become empowered to play a role in saving their lives.”
When: Sunday, March 29, 2025 (2:00pm-4:00pm)
Where: Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta
Event Link
Monthly – (April 5): AWE Volunteer Orientation
A few ways volunteers can help at the shelter include walking dogs, giving cats individual attention, washing laundry, cleaning kennels, and helping at special and outreach events.
****The minimum age to volunteer is 12 years old. If you are interested in volunteering and between the ages of 12 – 17 years old, a parent or guardian must also register for the orientation and volunteer with you at all times.
For any questions or concerns, please contact [email protected].
When: Monthly: March 1, April 5 & May 3
Where: Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center – Education Room, 884 Winder Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
****AGE: The minimum age to volunteer is 12 years old.
*Apply/Register Here*April 5
(Saturday, April 5): Duck Hunt
“Get ready for a quacking good time at our **Duck Hunt** event! Join us for a fun-filled day of hunting rubber ducks in a scenic park. Bring your friends and family along for a thrilling adventure. Don’t forget to pack your best duck-hunting gear and prepare for some friendly competition. The event promises to be a memorable experience for all ages. So, mark your calendars and come ready to hunt some ducks!
Hosted by the Jeep Girl Mafia Club, this event will support us here at Boop The Snoot Rescue! All proceeds will go directly to the rescue to help us continue rescuing and caring for dogs in need.“
When: Saturday, April 5, 2025 (10am-1pm)
Where: Suwanee Creek Park, 1170 Buford Highway, Suwanee, GA 30024
(Monday, April 7): Yappy Hour: Clicker Training
“Dogs repeat behaviors that get them what they want. That’s why positive reinforcement dog training focuses on rewarding a dog for the behaviors you want to see. Join Animal Control Officers and learn the basics of clicker training while helping build the confidence of shelter dogs by teaching them how to sit, give a “high five”, sit, stepping onto or down for an object. Attendees will have receive information on clicker training they can take with them.”
When: Monday, April 7, 2025 (5pm)
Where: Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center, 884 Winder Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA
Event Link
Thursday, April 24, 2025: Canine Conversations: Make Your Own Healthy Dog Food
“Giselle and Ken Pemberton will teach you how to create a balanced whole food diet for your canine companion that is both healthy and affordable.
During this program, you will learn how commercial pet foods, while convenient, don’t always provide the essential nutrients and whole food vitamins and minerals your pet needs. Making your own healthy dog food at home, while time consuming, assures that your pet will live a longer, healthier, and happier life…saving you money in the long run. The program is intended for ages 13 & Up.”
When: Thursday, April 24, 2025 (6:00pm-7:30pm)
Where: Mountain Park Park, 1210 Pounds Rd, Lilburn, GA
Saturday, April 26, 2025: Purrs & Paws – A Kitten Shower
“What is a kitten shower? Exactly what it sound like – a baby shower for kittens! Take the fear out of bottle feeding and basic kitten care. Join us for a hands on class to learn how to care for a new born kitten, proper techniques to bottle feed a kitten, what supplies are needed when caring for a kitten and how to become an Animal Welfare foster. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required.”
When: Saturday, April 26, 2025 (11am-1pm)
Where: Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center, Lawrenceville, Ga
June 2025: Animal Ambassador Camp (Ages 7-13)
- June 2-6 (12:30pm-4:30pm) – Ages 7-9
- June 9-13 (12:30pm-4:30pm): Ages 10-13
Cost: $80 Gwinnett Resident / $100 Not a Gwinnett Resident (CAPS accepted)
Where: Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Ctr, 884 Winder Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA
Visit the Dog Park at the Peachtree Corners Town Green
Situated behind the CineBistro building near the Town Green, the Peachtree Corners Off-Leash Dog Park is approximately 9,000 square feet and is divided into sections for smaller and larger dogs. This wonderful pet feature boasts both natural and artificial turf areas. The park features a plaza with a shade sail, water fountains, pet waste containers, shaded benches, and enhanced landscaping.
Address: 5140 Town Center Blvd, Peachtree Corners, Ga.
🐾Take your pup to one of Gwinnett’s 11 dog parks!
They have separate fenced areas for large and small dogs, shaded areas, agility equipment, benches, and water fountains! Please remember to pick up after your pets. See List Here
=VOLUNTEER=
1) Volunteers Needed: Planned PEThood of GA (Duluth) –
Ages: Some volunteer opportunities allow kids and teens to help out.
Location: 2860 Buford Hwy, Duluth, GA, United States, Georgia
see more
2) Volunteer with Gwinnett Animal Welfare & Enforcement
Ages: Currently you must 18 years old to volunteer. Ages 12-17 may volunteer with parent volunteer.
Location: Gwinnett Animal Welfare & Enforcement, 884 Winder Hwy. see more
3) Volunteers Needed with Canine Pet Rescue
Canine Pet Rescue needs kennel volunteers who can come out and care for our kennel dogs. WEEKDAY MORNINGS AND AFTERNOONS NEEDED ASAP!
Ages: Ages 18 and up are welcome to volunteer solo. Ages 13 – 17 are welcome with parent/legal guardian supervision/help.
Location: Dacula Ga
Ongoing: Gwinnett’s Dog Day Out program
Make a difference in the lives of animals
Gwinnett’s Dog Day Out program provides tail-wagging fun for shelter dogs and animal lovers. Local organizations, businesses, and service clubs can help socialize adoptable dogs by taking them on an outdoor adventure at Rhodes Jordan Park in Lawrenceville, improving their chances of finding a forever home. To bring some sunshine into a shelter dog’s day, email AWEVolunteers@GwinnettCounty.
The Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center is also seeking volunteer foster homes to provide temporary care for shelter animals in need. If you’re unable to foster, consider volunteering onsite to help exercise and socialize adoptable animals and support the center’s mission. Learn more at VolunteerGwinnett.net.
Ongoing: KIRA Club
KIRA (Kids Interested in Rescuing Animals): Monthly meetings for kids ages 5-17 with Planned PEThood of GA in Duluth.
Learn more and sign up for upcoming meetings: https://pethoodga.org/get-involved/kiraclub
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