About Gilmer County Animal Shelter
Gilmer County Animal Shelter is an animal shelter in Ellijay, Gilmer County, Georgia. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Homeward Bound Pet Rescue, INC, about 3.5 mi away.
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34.65676, -84.44240
What Gilmer County Animal Shelter does
- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Yes
- Cats Yes
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Homeward Bound Pet Rescue, INC24 S Main St, Ellijay, GAAnimal rescue3.5 mi
- Blair Haven Farm Equine Rescue & Sanctuary1785 Roberts Ridge Rd, Ellijay, GAAnimal sanctuary6.1 mi
- Pickens Animal Rescue401 Old Whitestone Rd W, Talking Rock, GAAnimal rescue10 mi
- Big Canoe Animal Rescue55 Maintenance Rd, Jasper, GAAnimal rescue11 mi
- Flynn Fields Rescue88 Flynn Fields Drive, Jasper, GAAnimal rescue12 mi
- Homeward Bound Pet Rescue215 Wishon Dr, Blue Ridge, GAAnimal rescue13 mi
- Pickens Animal Rescue Thrift Store371 N Main St, Jasper, GAAnimal rescue13 mi
- Pickens Animal Rescue Veterinary Hospital371 N Main St, Jasper, GAAnimal rescue13 mi
- Cherokee Humane Society Dog House3935 GA-53 W, Jasper, GAHumane society13 mi
- Barkville Dog Rescue100 Eagles Ldg, Jasper, GAAnimal rescue13 mi
Saying goodbye to a pet
When a pet dies, a vet can arrange cremation, or you can contact a pet cremation service directly. Our sister directory lists pet cremation services across the US.
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Where is Gilmer County Animal Shelter located?
Gilmer County Animal Shelter is at 4152 GA-52, Ellijay, GA 30536 in Gilmer County.
What are the hours of Gilmer County Animal Shelter?
The recorded opening hours are Tu-Fr 13:00-16:00; Sa 13:00-15:00; PH off. Adoption hours and intake hours are often different, so check with the shelter at (706) 635-2166 before you go.
How do I adopt from Gilmer County Animal Shelter?
Start on amazon.com, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.
Can I surrender a pet to Gilmer County Animal Shelter?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Related guides
- How to Adopt a DogWhere to look, how the application, meet-and-greet and home check work, what it costs, and how to pick a dog that fits your life.
- Pet Adoption Fees ExplainedTypical adoption fees for dogs, cats and other pets, what the fee usually covers, and why prices differ between shelters and rescues.
- Pet Adoption ChecklistWhat to prepare before you apply, what to bring on adoption day, the supplies to buy and how to pet-proof your home.
- Adopting a Senior PetThe benefits of adopting an older dog or cat, realistic health costs, questions to ask and how to help a senior pet settle in.