Athens County Humane Society

05/29/2026

While spay/neuter is important for population control, it is hardly the only reason we dedicate so much to spay and neuter.

Did you know that every heat cycle your female cat or dog has increases their risk of a deadly uterine infection known as pyometra? To save their life once it develops, surgery can cost several thousands of dollars and unfortunately they are often unstable by this point.

Not spaying or neutering pets also increases the likelihood of developing certain types of cancer, including mammary cancer and testicular cancer. Spaying and neutering can dramatically reduce these risks and help pets live longer, healthier lives.

When we beg our community members to spay and neuter their pets, it is simultaneously to prevent unnecessary litters and also to prevent unnecessary heartache. We wish so much for all companion animals to have long and healthy lives.

We are so grateful to April's foster and rescuers for filling her final days with so much love ❤️

05/29/2026

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05/24/2026

Help us find this little one's owners!

UPDATE: REUNITED!! this pet is home safe & sound after 3 hours, 7 minutes :)

"I mistakenly added this post from Athens Ohio and not Athens Georgia but we were still able to reunite the family! Thank you for your help it would have taken a lot longer to get lasers home without this resource. "
-this pet's Finder
Please spread the word so we can reunite this found dog with its family! FOUND on May 24, 2026 in Athens, OH 45701 near Millers chicken

Message from Finder: "I found this pup near millers chicken today (5/24). He/she seems to be in good spirits, just hoping to get it home!"

Description: Beagle?

Do you have information? Contact finder here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/72920572

Lost or found a pet? Report it to PawBoost here: https://www.pawboost.com/l/rpf

⚠️ WARNING: Please be cautious of users offering ‘pet tracking services’ in comments. We recommend only working with local shelters and verified organizations. Never send money to unknown services.

05/22/2026

COURTESY POST ❤️

We are sharing this heartfelt post from the wonderful foster family who took in these sweet babies after the May 5 fire in The Plains. We would love to help Smoke and Flame find the loving forever homes they deserve.

“We’ve been fostering these sweet babies but need to find homes for them! Please help spread the word!

Smoke (gray and white) lost his home in the May 5 apartment fire on The Plains and was found crying for help from the burned out home a few days after the fire. He had singed fur, whiskers, and paw pads, and smelled strongly of smoke, but was affectionate and playful from the start. It’s hard to put into words how great of a cat he is. His foster family would keep him in a heartbeat if they didn’t already have 8 cats of their own! Thought to be 5–6 months old. Up to date on shots, although new forever home may need to complete boosters. Neutered.

Flame (orange tabby) is believed to be Smoke’s sister. She returned to the burned house a few days after Smoke. Flame has all her shots (will need boosters) and has been spayed. She is sweet and affectionate and loves to cuddle.

They do not need to be adopted together, although they get along very well if someone is looking for two cuddly rescues. They’ve been through a lot this month and deserve to find loving new homes!”

Please message if you are interested in meeting Smoke or Flame, and help us spread the word by sharing this post. 🐾

05/19/2026

COURTESY POST -- NOT WITH ACHS

Looking for a home for Milo, a 3-year-old Shephard Mix.

"We adopted him in February and due to us moving we are unable to keep him & do does not get along with our cats. He is very very loving & loves pets & being outside, he was a very scared dog when we first got him and we have worked with him since and he now is leash trained, loves treats & walks! He does bark but he is not aggressive (that we have seen)"

If you have interest in adopting Milo, text or call 740-583-4175.

05/18/2026

COURTESY POST – NOT WITH ACHS

Looking for a new home for the beautiful, sweet, FIV positive, Flame Point Siamese 1-year-old Casper.

Casper is a beautiful white cat with striking blue eyes. He is a very loving, lap cat who enjoys spending his days sitting on my desk or in my lap being petted and given attention. He loves to lick when he is getting pet. He will sit and lick your fingers or hand as long as you are touching him or petting him. He thinks he needs all the attention all the time. Casper enjoys playing with other cats, running around and chasing them as well as being chased. He does not mind dogs, and he enjoys sitting with both of my young daughters as much as they enjoy holding him, so kids are also okay.

He has a favorite toy; his yellow stuffed fish. He enjoys throwing his toy fish around as well at rolling around the floor with it. He is strictly an indoor cat but loves to spend time outside in our Catio soaking up the sunshine and fresh air. Casper also enjoys being groomed. He loves when we run a brush through his fur. He is also a very quiet cat. The only time you will ever really hear him meow is when he is waiting to be fed or needing attention. He does have a very loud purr, and he also snores when he sleeps.

Casper went through the feline castration surgery on April 25th, 2026. He also received his rabies vaccine as well as his FVRCP vaccine. He was given his rabies booster on May 11th, 2026. He also received treatment for roundworms and hookworms on April 25th, 2026. His bloodwork came back positive for FIV.

If you're interested in adopting Casper, reach out to [email protected]

05/18/2026

At long last, Jet and Fabio have both found their way home. 🖤🤍

These sweet floofy boys waited so patiently, and they have finally found the perfect humans for them! We are beyond excited to see each of them start their next chapter with loving families of their own.

Wishing Jet and Fabio lifetimes full of love, soft beds, cozy naps, and plenty of treats. 🐾

Happy tails, boys!

05/18/2026

🚨 URGENT FOSTER HELP NEEDED 🚨

We are currently trying to help find a nursing momma cat for a 3-day-old orphaned kitten. The kitten was born outside at a resident’s home, and sadly the mother cat has not returned. The baby is currently safe and being cared for, but newborn kittens require feedings every 2-3 hours and have the best chance of survival with a nursing mother.

We are asking our community if anyone has a lactating/nursing momma cat who may be able to accept and care for this kitten temporarily. Once the kitten is old enough to be weaned and independent, the finder is willing to take the kitten back.

If you or someone you know may be able to help, please send us a message immediately. Time is critical for newborn kittens.

Please share to help us find this baby a chance at survival. 🐾💛

05/15/2026

📣Our regularly scheduled adoption event at Friendly Paws Pet Supplies & Grooming (this Sunday) is canceled.

We hope everyone has a beautiful, restful weekend and that you get to enjoy the 3rd annual Porchfest! 😊

05/13/2026

Please join us in remembering Dolce McDonald, beloved companion, honorary humane agent, faithful sidekick to Andy McDonald, ACHS humane agent. Dolce passed from this earthly plane on Monday, May 4, 2026, leaving behind a community forever changed by her boundless love and gentle spirit.

Read more about Dolce, as well as our Pet Loss Support Group in this week's Volunteer Bulletin: https://conta.cc/3PlqmiL

05/13/2026

While we’ve been busy here at the humane society two of our very special guys found their forever homes. 🐾❤️

Riddler and Al, we are so grateful we got the chance to know and love you both. You brought so much personality, joy, and charm to our days, and you’ll be missed more than you know.

But nothing makes us happier than seeing you head off to the lives you deserve: safe, loved, and finally home. Cheers to forever, sweet boys. ❤️