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Adoption Services

 

Adopt A Pet

Lamar County Animal Services is committed to placing animals into safe, responsible homes. Our adoption program is structured to support positive outcomes while maintaining public safety and responsible ownership standards.

 

Adoption is a long-term commitment. We encourage all adopters to carefully consider their decision before proceeding.

 

Adoption Fees

  • $75.00 Adoption Fee – All Dogs and Cats

  • Additional fees may apply depending on spay/neuter and rabies vaccination services

 

Adoption fees help offset the cost of care provided to animals while in our custody.

 

What’s Included with Adoption

Dogs & Puppies

  • DHPP Vaccination(s)

  • Bordetella Vaccination

  • Flea/Tick Treatment

  • Dewormer

 

Cats & Kittens

  • FVRCP Vaccination(s)

  • Flea/Tick Treatment

  • Dewormer

 

All Adoptions Include

  • Microchip issued at adoption ($15 value included)

  • Microchip registration instructions provided at checkout

 

Spay/Neuter & Rabies Requirements

In accordance with Georgia law, all adopted animals must be sterilized and vaccinated against rabies.

 

Adopters must choose one of the following options:

  • Use LCAS Partnership Clinic (HELP Spay/Neuter Clinic)

  • Use a Private Licensed Veterinarian

 

If using a private veterinarian, adopters must:

  • Provide proof of sterilization and rabies vaccination within 30 days, or

  • Provide proof of a scheduled appointment within that timeframe

 

Failure to comply may result in enforcement action.

 

Health & Behavior Disclaimer

Animals are evaluated while in our care; however:

  • LCAS does not guarantee health after adoption

  • LCAS does not guarantee temperature or behavior outside the shelter environment

 

Adopters assume full responsibility for:

  • Veterinary care

  • Training and behavioral management

  • Ongoing care and supervision

 

We strongly recommend scheduling a veterinary exam immediately after adoption.

 

Adoption Policies

  • All adoption fees are non-refundable

  • All adoptions are final

  • LCAS does not guarantee compatibility with children, pets, or environments

  • Animals are adopted as companion animals only

 

Exception to Adoption Finality

Returns may only be considered under mitigating circumstances involving public safety risk, including:

  • Biting

  • Attacking

  • Severe aggression posing a safety concern

 

All cases are reviewed by the Director or designee.

 

Adoption Responsibility

By adopting, you agree to:

  • Provide humane care and appropriate living conditions

  • Not use the animal for fighting or aggressive activity

  • Maintain full responsibility for the animal after adoption

 

Failure to comply with the adoption agreement may result in:

  • Repossession of the animal

  • Enforcement action under county ordinance or state law

 

View Available Pets

🔗 Adoptable Pets Pets for adoption from Lamar County Animal Services | Petfinder

 

Our Petfinder page provides up-to-date listings of animals available for adoption, including photos and basic information.

 

Support an Animal

Community members can support adoption efforts by sponsoring:

  • Spay/Neuter procedures

  • Rabies vaccinations

 

To sponsor an animal, contact:

(770) 358-5160

 

Ways to Donate

  • Credit/Debit card (by phone or in-person)

  • Cash or Check (in-person or mailed checks)

  • Mail-in donations

 

Mailing Address

Lamar County Animal Services

137 Roberta Drive

Barnesville, GA 30204

 

Make checks payable to:

Lamar County Animal Services

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