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Toby

Jack Russell Terrier Corgi

Male, Young
Decatur, GA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact ADOPTION (adopt@doggieharmony.org) for more information about this pet.Sweet Timid Jack Russell/Corgi Seeks Tender-Hearted Mama Toby is an adorable young 20 lb fella with the adventurous spirit and intelligence of a Jack Russell or Corgi. He just lacks their bravery when it comes to people, especially men. Toby can warm up to a gentle and patient woman in just a day, then reward you with forever unconditional love. He’s also more than happy to share his home with dogs, as they offer company, reassurance, and play dates. Could you find a warm place in your heart and home for this special little lad? Toby's ideal home would be with somewhat active (daily walker), adult female(s), an escape-proof set-up, and experience with shy/fearful dogs. Unfortunately, he is too much of a flight risk to go to a high-traffic home or one with children. Age: 2-3 yrs Weight: 20 lbs Temperament: Good with dogs and best suited for adult, female home Training: Housetrained, Crate-trained, Walks Nicely on Leash  Vetting: Spay/neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative Email for questions: jamie@doggieharmony.org To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit. We are 100% donation-funded and our fees are equivalent to (or less than) the cost to fully vet a new dog yourself. Please expect an adoption fee of $350; some of our urgent or long-term dogs have discounted fees.March 7, 2026, 5:36 pm
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Rocky Urgently needs foster or adopter

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Senior
Decatur, GA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Please contact ADOPTION (adopt@doggieharmony.org) for more information about this pet.Bonded with Winnie Winnie & Rocky were surrendered to Canine Crusaders when their owner required emergency medical treatment and could no longer care for them. They are in boarding and urgently need a foster or adopter.  They are currently in boarding in Woodstock, GA. Rocky has arthritis and has some resource guarding.  He would do best in a home with someone experienced in caring for multiple dogs and older kids who will respect his boundaries. A home that will welcome both Winnie & Rocky together. For allergies, Rocky is on Royal Canin Hydrolyzed Protein Age: 9 years Weight: 85 lbs Temperament: Gets along with other dogs, older respectful kids Training: Housetrained, crate-trained, has some basic training Vetting: neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative Email for questions:     jessiesfosters@gmail.com To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.November 3, 2026, 8:51 pm
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Midgie

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium) Boxer

Female, Young
Decatur, GA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Please contact ADOPTION (adopt@doggieharmony.org) for more information about this pet. Midgie needs an active family with lots of outdoor time; hiking, running, swimming, or playing soccer. She loves them all!   If you don’t like a dog that wants to be in your lap, wrap her ‘arms’ arms around you tightly, and give you kisses… then Midgie isn’t for you. If you want that kind of love from a dog, then please keep reading.   Miss Midgie is a super loving and energetic girl. She’s a total “people dog” and is great with kids. It seems like she could get by in life with just two things… a person to hug and kiss, and her herding ball. This girl’s got energy, but is fine entertaining herself with her beloved herding ball for hours. She’s good with other dogs that are not aggressive – she’s up for making new friends, but wont back down if another dog is not so nice to her.   Midgie is GREAT on a leash (no work went into this on her foster family’s part – all her nature). Midgie’s perfect forever family is one that will take her for walks and have a fenced yard (or keep an close eye on her if she’s off leash in the yard) – her youthful curiosity and ability to jump higher than the bionic woman mean that she sometimes makes her own decision to go exploring if left unattended. Again – a higher fence, zip line, or dog run (along with her beloved herding ball) have worked wonders to keep her safe while we’ve fostered her.   This smart and loving girl wants to be at the top of your consideration list - in return, she’ll be your best friend for life! Age: 3.6 years Weight: 40lbs Temperament: Gets along with older sturdy kids, submissive male dogs Training: Housetrained, has basic training  "Wait", "Sit", "Gentle", "Crate", "This way", and "Pull it" Vetting: Spayed, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative Email for questions:    http://todd.smith@emory.edu To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.November 3, 2026, 8:51 pm
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Trudy

Hound (Unknown Type) Rhodesian Ridgeback

Female, Young
Decatur, GA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact ADOPTION (adopt@doggieharmony.org) for more information about this pet.Trudy is 9 years old, and she'd like a word with whoever decided that means slowing down. She'll check the whole yard before she checks you — over the rocks, into the leaves, all business — and she'll circle back on her own schedule. Sit down and give her a few minutes and she comes in, and then she's in your lap and won't get out of it. That's the deal with her: she decides, and once she's decided, she's yours. At a sleek 50-ish pounds, Trudy co-exists peacefully with dogs and cats. What she wants is someone unhurried, a quick potty and security check yard, then a couch buddy to unwind with at the end of her day. Age: 9 Weight: ~50 Temperament: Gets along with people, dogs, and cats Training: Housetrained and crate-trained; professional couch potato Vetting: Spay/neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative Email for questions: kbstine@emory.edu Apply: https://doggieharmony.org/forms Doggie Harmony is a pet placement and matchmaking service that works with community members who are already housing a pet. Interested adopters are asked to apply at https://doggieharmony.org/forms and allow a home visit, so we can make sure each pet is a great match. Please ask the pet’s current caretaker directly about their return process, and request an adoption contract. While we can’t offer immediate intake for dogs that need to be returned, we’re always happy to help a family rehome a pet while they continue to care for it. Every match keeps a pet out of Georgia’s overcrowded shelters, where more than 30,000 dogs and cats are euthanized each year. Updated: 11/3/26November 3, 2026, 8:51 pm
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Hudson

Cattle Dog Boxer

Male, Adult
Decatur, GA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Active family dogMeet Hudson! Hudson is affectionate, snuggly, friendly, and loyal—but the trait that really defines him is his intelligence. This boy is what we like to call “doggie Ivy League material.” He’s a quick learner who absolutely thrives when his brain is working. He lights up for training, loves learning new tricks, and would be a fantastic match for someone interested in continued training, agility, or enrichment games. We suspect some working breed in his background, and it shows in his focus, drive, and strong desire to bond with his people. Watch Video >>> Hudson Shines as Dog of the Week Quick facts: 5 years old, 65 lbs Neutered, up to date on vaccines, heartworm negative & on prevention House trained & crate trained Good with other dogs Good with older, respectful kids Knows several basic commands Highly trainable and food/engagement motivated Hudson’s ideal home is an active, engaged one—where learning new skills is part of everyday life. He’s not just looking for a home, but a teammate who enjoys working with a smart, eager dog as much as they enjoy couch cuddles. He’s wonderful with people he knows and bonds deeply once he connects. Equal parts brain and heart, Hudson is happiest when he has both mental challenges and close companionship. Questions: ali@doggieharmony.org  Apply: https://doggieharmony.org/forms Doggie Harmony is a pet placement and matchmaking service that works with community members who are already housing a pet. Interested adopters are asked to apply at https://doggieharmony.org/forms and allow a home visit, so we can make sure each pet is a great match. Please ask the pet’s current caretaker directly about their return process, and request an adoption contract. While we can’t offer immediate intake for dogs that need to be returned, we’re always happy to help a family rehome a pet while they continue to care for it. Every match keeps a pet out of Georgia’s overcrowded shelters, where more than 30,000 dogs and cats are euthanized each year. Last Updated: 11/3/26November 3, 2026, 8:51 pm
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Chop

Boxer American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Adult
Decatur, GA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact ADOPTION (adopt@doggieharmony.org) for more information about this pet.Meet Chop! Chop is the total package: sweet, goofy, affectionate, and always ready to make a new friend. After being left behind when his family was evicted, Chop spent several months in a shelter before joining a foster home. Despite his rough start, he remains one of the happiest, most adaptable dogs you'll ever meet. Why you'll love Chop: Approximately 4 years old 55 pounds and at a healthy weight Friendly with people and other dogs Gentle, easygoing temperament Crate trained Learns quickly and knows basic commands Loves affection and being close to his people Happy, social, and eager to please Chop is what we call a "Velcro dog"—he loves being part of whatever his humans are doing and is happiest when included in the action. His soft, submissive nature and lack of reactivity suggest he could do well in many types of homes. Chop is neutered, up to date on vaccines, heartworm negative, and on monthly prevention. He's ready to leave his past behind and find the loving, stable home he deserves. Questions about Chop? ali@doggieharmony.org Apply: https://doggieharmony.org/forms Doggie Harmony is a pet placement and matchmaking service that works with community members who are already housing a pet. Interested adopters are asked to apply at https://doggieharmony.org/forms and allow a home visit, so we can make sure each pet is a great match. Please ask the pet’s current caretaker directly about their return process, and request an adoption contract. While we can’t offer immediate intake for dogs that need to be returned, we’re always happy to help a family rehome a pet while they continue to care for it. Every match keeps a pet out of Georgia’s overcrowded shelters, where more than 30,000 dogs and cats are euthanized each year. Last updated: 11/3/26November 3, 2026, 8:51 pm

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Decatur, GA 30030

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Transitions Pet Care

Decatur, GA 30032

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Releash Atlanta

Atlanta, GA 30306

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Rockin' P Rescue

Atlanta, GA 31107

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Ahimsa House

PO Box 8181, Atlanta, GA 31106

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Southern Animal Volunteer Effort

Atlanta, GA 30329

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Southern Animal Rescue

Atlanta, GA 30316

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Chaps Chow Rescue Atlanta

Atlanta, GA 30316

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NBRAN Georgia

Atlanta, GA 30309

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