Athens Animal Services

Athens Animal Services Athens Animal Services is a non-profit shelter dedicated to supporting lost, surrendered, and homeless pets within the Athens community.

Each year, we care for thousands of dogs and cats, providing compassionate, life-saving support to animals in need.

🎉🐾 CONGRATULATIONS, SEDONA!! 🐾🎉(Or should we say… Ella! 😍)After waiting far too long to find her perfect people (serious...
09/26/2025

🎉🐾 CONGRATULATIONS, SEDONA!! 🐾🎉
(Or should we say… Ella! 😍)

After waiting far too long to find her perfect people (seriously…we’re still shocked it took this long), our sweet, spunky girl Sedona has finally been ADOPTED—and she’s even getting a fresh new name to go with her fresh new start: Ella 💛

Ella is heading home with a truly wonderful family—complete with two feline siblings (which is perfect, because she adores cats), a sweet kiddo who’s already shaping up to be her very best friend, and a big fenced-in yard where she can finally live out all her zoomie dreams in safe, blissful freedom. 🐕💨🌳

We’re going to miss her goofy energy, her huge heart, and those soulful eyes that melted everyone who met her—but more than anything, we are thrilled about the life that’s waiting for her. This is the happy ending she’s been so patiently waiting for, and she couldn’t be more deserving.

💛 Happy tails, Ella.
You may have a new name, but you’ll always have a place in our hearts.

🌟🐾 ADOPT MITTENS: OUR SUPERMODEL HUSKY MIX🐾🌟She is beauty. She is grace. She might just be the love of your life. 💙Mitte...
09/26/2025

🌟🐾 ADOPT MITTENS: OUR SUPERMODEL HUSKY MIX🐾🌟

She is beauty. She is grace. She might just be the love of your life. 💙

Mittens strutted into our hearts Fourth of July weekend, and we’re honestly shocked she’s still here. She’s got runway-ready looks, a cool and composed personality, and a spark that still shines every time she heads out for a walk or stretches out in the sun with a trusted friend.

💁‍♀️ Diva Status: Confirmed
Mittens is a bit of a queen — she likes her space, her peace, and her people. She's not about that “in-your-face” energy, so if you have other pets, she’s open to the idea… *as long as they know how to chill*. 😌 We do recommend a meet-and-greet with any resident animals, just to be sure the vibe is right.

✨ What You’ll Love About Mittens:
✔️ Super tidy – her kennel is basically spotless
✔️ Loves her routine and her comfy couch throne
✔️ Walks like a dream – graceful and happy
✔️ A quiet, steady presence with so much love to give

Mittens has waited patiently, and we know her perfect match is out there. Maybe it's you. Maybe it’s someone you know. Either way — share this post, come meet her, and see why everyone here already adores her. 💞

📍 Athens Animal Services
📅 Come visit or message us for a meet & greet!

Let’s get this supermodel the spotlight — and the home — she deserves. 🐕👑

www.ALanimalservices.com

🐾 Looking for a new roommate who doesn’t judge your binge-watching habits, respects your 9-5 grind, and has a personalit...
09/26/2025

🐾 Looking for a new roommate who doesn’t judge your binge-watching habits, respects your 9-5 grind, and has a personality bigger than your favorite coffee mug? Meet our cats. 🐱

Our shelter is constantly welcoming new feline faces—from tiny bottle babies needing a little extra TLC, to spunky, playful kittens, to wise, independent adult cats who have truly seen it all (and will tell you all about it with a single look). Each one is unique, each one is worthy, and every single one deserves a home to call their own.

Cats make some of the best companions—fiercely independent, endlessly entertaining, and just as happy lounging beside you on the couch as they are plotting the takedown of the elusive living room fly while you're at work. (Seriously. They get the 9-5. Zero offense taken.)

We love our dogs here too—SO MUCH—but there’s something magical about the quiet companionship (and sudden zoomies) of a cat. 💫

✨ Here's just a few of our current residents—each with their own quirks, charms, and cuddly ways. Come meet them all. Whether you’re looking for a sassy sidekick, a mellow lap cat, or a curious little explorer, your perfect match is waiting.

🐾 Adopt. Don’t shop. And maybe...adopt two—they’d love a buddy, and so would you.

📍 Athens Animal Services
📅 M-F 9AM-4PM, www.ALanimalservices.com
📸 [Attach adorable cat photos here!]

🔥🐾 MEET COBBLER — THE FIREHOUSE HERO YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR! 🐾🔥Found outside a fire station, it’s only fitting that Cob...
09/26/2025

🔥🐾 MEET COBBLER — THE FIREHOUSE HERO YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR! 🐾🔥

Found outside a fire station, it’s only fitting that Cobbler carries the spirit of a true hero. He's strong, loyal, brave... and just a little dramatic (in the best way). If you're looking for a dog that can give you “scary dog privileges” on the outside while being a snuggly marshmallow on the inside — this is your guy.

🛡️ Cobbler will patrol your windows with purpose
💤 But mostly he’ll nap like a baby.
🐕‍🦺 He’ll make strangers think twice...
💖 ...and then climb into your lap for a hug.

This lovable goof rarely barks in his kennel, adores walks, and lives for toys like a kid on Christmas morning. He’s the kind of dog who will make you laugh every day — and maybe even cry when you realize how much love he has to give.

💌 Cobbler gives real hugs. Not metaphorical ones. Real, front-paws-around-your-waist, heart-melting hugs. His favorite people know exactly what we’re talking about.

⚠️ Cobbler is best as your one and only (he’s got a big personality and isn’t afraid to show it). But don’t let that stop you — he’s open to safe, controlled walks with other dogs to help him socialize and see the world.

He’s not just a pet. He’s a protector, cuddle monster, and loyal best friend rolled into one 50-pound package of love and squish.

📍 Come meet Cobbler. Let him win you over.
🏡 Give him the forever home he’s been waiting for.
🎾 Bring a toy. He’ll probably love you immediately.

www.ALanimalservices.com
🗓️ Available for adoption now — don’t miss your chance to take home this real-life hero.

Zara is still waiting on her perfect adopter. This sweet girl is in need of a loving owner who can give her lots of atte...
09/25/2025

Zara is still waiting on her perfect adopter. This sweet girl is in need of a loving owner who can give her lots of attention and enrichment. She is a higher energy dog, but after play time she's always willing to come sit in your lap and snuggle. She is incredible with other dogs and always up for a play date. If you want a hiking buddy, best friend to go out with at the park, or a dog who can pretty much keep up with whatever you're interested in, Zara is your girl! Once you get to know her, you've made a best friend for life! https://www.alanimalservices.com/

Timmy is still looking for his forever home. This sweet boy is great in the car, extremely polite with kids, good with m...
09/25/2025

Timmy is still looking for his forever home. This sweet boy is great in the car, extremely polite with kids, good with most other dogs, and so full of love. We've tested him with cats and think he would do well with one after a slow introduction. Timmy is very handler oriented and always ready to learn new skills. He is loyal and would make the perfect best friend for someone who is excited to learn and grow with him as a pair. He's overall clean and quiet in his kennel and with a medium energy level he definitely knows how to just lay around and hangout! https://www.alanimalservices.com/

🏡 GET ME HOME! 🐾 STRAY HOLD UNTIL 10/01/2025This sweet young puppy was found on Sunday by a caring resident on Lancaster...
09/24/2025

🏡 GET ME HOME! 🐾 STRAY HOLD UNTIL 10/01/2025

This sweet young puppy was found on Sunday by a caring resident on Lancaster Lane in Athens. She was turned in to us today and is now safe, but we know someone must be missing her!

We’re calling her Cersei for now. She was wearing a black collar but unfortunately has no microchip.

Help us get this little one back where she belongs!

📍 Found: Sunday on Lancaster Lane, Athens
🖤 Collar: Black
🐶 Age: Young puppy
🔍 No microchip
📞 Contact: 256-771-7889 or [email protected]

If you recognize her or have any info, please reach out. Sharing this post could be the key to getting Cersei home! 🐶💕

🐾 DO YOU KNOW ME? 🐾 STRAY HOLD UNTIL 10/01/2025This large grey and white unneutered male dog was found yesterday (09/23/...
09/24/2025

🐾 DO YOU KNOW ME? 🐾 STRAY HOLD UNTIL 10/01/2025

This large grey and white unneutered male dog was found yesterday (09/23/2025) by a kind resident on 1st Street near Pryor in Athens.

We’re calling him Tombstone for now. He was wearing a worn black canvas collar and dragging a broken green camo leash when found — but he has no microchip.

Tombstone is safe and being looked after, but we’re hoping to reunite him with his family as soon as possible.

📍 Found: 1st Street near Pryor, Athens
🧣 Collar: Worn black canvas
🦴 Leash: Broken green camo
🐶 Gender: Male (not neutered)
📏 Size: Large
🔍 No microchip
📞 Contact: 256-771-7889 or [email protected]

If you recognize this dog or have any information, please reach out or share this post to help him get home!

🚨 FOUND DOG - STRAY HOLD UNTIL 10/01/2025A red and white, medium-sized, unneutered male dog was picked up this afternoon...
09/24/2025

🚨 FOUND DOG - STRAY HOLD UNTIL 10/01/2025

A red and white, medium-sized, unneutered male dog was picked up this afternoon running in traffic on Jefferson Street. He was wearing a grey collar but has no microchip.

We are currently calling him Flynn for identification purposes. He is safe and being cared for after being picked up by local police.

If you recognize this dog or know who he belongs to, please contact us ASAP!

📍 Found: Jefferson St
🧣 Collar: Grey
🐶 Gender: Male (not neutered)
📏 Size: Medium
🔍 No microchip
📞 Contact: 256-771-7889 or [email protected]

Please share to help us find Flynn’s family!

🐾💛 Behind the Scenes at Athens Animal Services 💛🐾While most people see the happy "gotcha day" photos, what they don’t al...
09/24/2025

🐾💛 Behind the Scenes at Athens Animal Services 💛🐾

While most people see the happy "gotcha day" photos, what they don’t always see is the love, care, and dedication that happens every single day behind the scenes. 🐶🐱

From early morning feedings to late-night cuddles, our team is here around the clock giving our furry friends all the TLC they deserve. Whether it's belly rubs, gentle medical care, training sessions, or just quiet time with a nervous pup or shy kitty — we’re helping them heal, grow, and get ready for the next beautiful chapter: life in your loving home. 🏡❤️

Here are just a few snapshots of our amazing staff doing what they do best: loving animals through every step of their journey. These moments may be small, but they’re where the magic begins. ✨

To all of you who adopt, donate, volunteer, and cheer us on — thank you for being part of this family. Together, we’re not just saving lives… we’re changing them. 💕

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS, ELLA! 🎉Our tiny girl Ella has officially found her furever home — and we couldn’t be happier for her!...
09/23/2025

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS, ELLA! 🎉

Our tiny girl Ella has officially found her furever home — and we couldn’t be happier for her! 🐶💕

Not only is she joining a loving family… but get this — they already have a dog who looks JUST like her. No, seriously. We’ve seen the pics. It’s uncanny. It’s like they were separated at birth and are now finally reunited. 🐾🐾

Ella’s journey may have started with us, but now she’s off to a life filled with love, snuggles, and hopefully an endless supply of treats. We’re wishing her a long, happy, wag-filled life with her new lookalike sibling and amazing family.

Go live your best life, sweet girl — you deserve it all! 💖

STRAY HOLD UNTIL 9/27/2025🚨 FOUND DOG – Do You Know Me? 🚨This beautiful girl was brought into our care recently, and we’...
09/23/2025

STRAY HOLD UNTIL 9/27/2025

🚨 FOUND DOG – Do You Know Me? 🚨

This beautiful girl was brought into our care recently, and we’re calling her Nutmeg for now. She’s a female German Shepherd, appears to be on the younger side, and clearly hasn’t been on her own for long.

Nutmeg shows all the signs of having had an owner:
🐾 She has great leash manners
🧠 Knows basic commands
💛 Very well-socialized and responsive

It’s clear that someone put time and training into this sweet pup — we’re hopeful that her family is out there looking for her.

If you recognize Nutmeg or have any information about where she may have come from, please reach out to us right away.

📍 Athens Animal Services
📞 256-771-7889
📩 [email protected]

Let’s get this girl back home where she belongs. Please share!

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1701 US Highway 72 EAST
Athens, AL
35611

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Monday 9am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Friday 9am - 12pm
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