Dunwoody Pet Owner Resources

Our Referrals

DeKalb County Animal Services – The Animal Services Division is managed by LifeLine Animal Project, a non-profit organization whose programs strengthen the entire animal welfare community by promoting homeless pet adoption, providing affordable spay/neuter services, increasing public awareness, and advocating for lifesaving public policy.

Best Friends in Atlanta – Best Friends and Atlanta Pet Rescue and Adoption (APRA) have merged! The center will serve as a lifesaving hub for animals and also a base to fill in gaps in local programming and build a coalition to help the metro-Atlanta area in its final push to no-kill. Visit their site to learn more, donate and view a list of volunteer opportunities.

Pet Health, Behavior & Info Sites

• Animal Poison Control Center – For any animal poison-related emergency or if worried your pet ate something toxic.
• Pet Health Network – Find a breadth of health answers about your pet.
• HomeAgain & AKC Reunite Microchips & PetLink – Register & update your pet’s microchip information.
• Pet Health Insurance Buyer's Guide - ASPCA's pet insurance buying guide.
• APHIS Pet Travel – USDA's information on domestic and international pet travel.
• Pets & Parasites – Recommendations for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of pet parasite infections.
• Heartworm Society – Learn more about deadly heartworms and what you can do to protect your pet.
• CDC Rabies Information - Everything you need to know about the rabies virus.
• CDC Zoonotic Diseases - Learn about the risks of diseases people get from animals. 
• Rainbow Bridge – A grief support community for those who are hurting from the death of a beloved pet.
• American Kennel Club
• Dog Owner's Guide – A nice starter guide of things to consider when thinking about getting a puppy.
• International Cat Care - Resources, support and advice that help you better care for your cats.
• The ASPCA – Exists to promote humane principles, prevent cruelty and alleviate fear, pain, and suffering in animals.
• Humane Society of the United States – Promotes the protection and adoption of all animals.