Hi, I’m Helium but my foster parents call me Heelie because I like to be with my people, right by their heels.
I get along wonderfully with dogs and cats. I have never met a dog I did not like, and I have so much fun playing with the puppy that lives next door. I would love to live with another dog that likes to run really fast. I am currently living with three cats and I’d be happy to play with them too, but I’ve mostly learned to leave them alone because they aren’t interested in me. I recently stayed at another foster house where they had a dog. They fed me in the same room with their other dog with no problems.
I came from a dog-hoarding situation, but my foster parents are amazed how quickly I’ve adjusted to living in a home with boundaries. I like to play with my toys and am not destructive when they leave me alone (although they haven’t left me alone for more than a few hours yet). I am potty trained and I like walks and treats and really like playing with my toys. I am so sweet and gentle and I like it when people are gentle with me too, so probably best if I’m not living with loud and unpredictable children. I get nervous on my walks when I see young children playing and screaming. I am very treat motivated and am not too ashamed to beg for food.
I can be shy with people at first, but 12 people came over for Thanksgiving dinner and I was so happy and relaxed that everyone was there. (Some of them gave me turkey from their plates, but don’t tell my foster mom.) My foster parents told their guests to wait until I approached them for pets and that worked out well. I warm up to women more quickly than men, but I’ve learned that my foster dad, who is really tall and scared me at first, is a great guy who I can always rely on for breakfast and dinner and treats.
I would do great with an active family, someone who enjoys hikes or runs. My dream is to have a dog brother or sister and maybe some older children to rest my head on. My foster family has a daughter that came to visit recently, and she quickly became my favorite person. I have an amazing smile where my bottom teefers show. I cannot wait to meet my forever family and show you my special smile!
I also qualify for the Welcome Trial program, which means you can take me home for up to 14 days to make sure I’m the perfect fit before making things official.
Love, Helium.
Hi, I’m Helium but my foster parents call me Heelie because I like to be with my people, right by their heels.
I get along wonderfully with dogs and cats. I have never met a dog I did not like, and I have so much fun playing with the puppy that lives next door. I would love to live with another dog that likes to run really fast. I am currently living with three cats and I’d be happy to play with them too, but I’ve mostly learned to leave them alone because they aren’t interested in me. I recently stayed at another foster house where they had a dog. They fed me in the same room with their other dog with no problems.
I came from a dog-hoarding situation, but my foster parents are amazed how quickly I’ve adjusted to living in a home with boundaries. I like to play with my toys and am not destructive when they leave me alone (although they haven’t left me alone for more than a few hours yet). I am potty trained and I like walks and treats and really like playing with my toys. I am so sweet and gentle and I like it when people are gentle with me too, so probably best if I’m not living with loud and unpredictable children. I get nervous on my walks when I see young children playing and screaming. I am very treat motivated and am not too ashamed to beg for food.
I can be shy with people at first, but 12 people came over for Thanksgiving dinner and I was so happy and relaxed that everyone was there. (Some of them gave me turkey from their plates, but don’t tell my foster mom.) My foster parents told their guests to wait until I approached them for pets and that worked out well. I warm up to women more quickly than men, but I’ve learned that my foster dad, who is really tall and scared me at first, is a great guy who I can always rely on for breakfast and dinner and treats.
I would do great with an active family, someone who enjoys hikes or runs. My dream is to have a dog brother or sister and maybe some older children to rest my head on. My foster family has a daughter that came to visit recently, and she quickly became my favorite person. I have an amazing smile where my bottom teefers show. I cannot wait to meet my forever family and show you my special smile!
I also qualify for the Welcome Trial program, which means you can take me home for up to 14 days to make sure I’m the perfect fit before making things official.
Are you ready to welcome your new best friend into your life? We process adoptions in two different ways depending on where the animal is currently located.
Adopting an Animal Who is in a Foster Home: Once you’ve found an animal who is a good match, fill out a pre-adoption application form. Details at atlantahumane.org/adopt/adoption-process/
Are you ready to welcome your new best friend into your life? We process adoptions in two different ways depending on where the animal is currently located.
Adopting an Animal Who is in a Foster Home: Once you’ve found an animal who is a good match, fill out a pre-adoption application form. Details at atlantahumane.org/adopt/adoption-process/
Meet pets in foster by appointment, after filling out an application.
Questions? Call our Resource Center at 404.875.5331 , 7 days a week, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Meet pets in foster by appointment, after filling out an application.
Questions? Call our Resource Center at 404.875.5331 , 7 days a week, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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The Atlanta Humane Society is a no-kill shelter providing sheltering and adoption, veterinary care, and community outreach to the Atlanta Metro. As one of the oldest charities in Atlanta, Georgia, we have been caring for our community and animals for more than 148 years.
The Atlanta Humane Society is a no-kill shelter providing sheltering and adoption, veterinary care, and community outreach to the Atlanta Metro. As one of the oldest charities in Atlanta, Georgia, we have been caring for our community and animals for more than 148 years.
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