Lamar County Animal Services

Lamar County Animal Services Welcome! We are dedicated to protecting public safety and ensuring the well-being of animals through enforcement of local and state laws.
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Our mission is to prevent animal abuse and neglect, while promoting a healthy and compassionate animal community. Mission:
The Lamar County Animal Shelter is dedicated to reducing the homeless animal population through enforced sterilization, providing education, and resources on responsible pet ownership. Weare committed to protecting public safety and ensuring the humane treatment of all animal

s. Above all, we strive to prevent senseless animal abuse and neglect, promoting a community
where every animal is valued and cared for. Vision:
The Lamar County Animal Shelter envisions a community where every animal is treated with
kindness and love, thriving through volunteer care and education. We aim to work alongside
citizens to end animal suffering and ensure animal wellness, fostering a culture where companion animals are cherished as lifelong family members. Values:
Advocacy, fighting against animal cruelty and promoting animal rights. Commitment, dedication to animal welfare and the ongoing effort to protect and care for animals. Compassion, treating animals with empathy, kindness, and dignity. Education, providing information on animal welfare issues and responsible pet ownership. Public Safety, ensuring the safety of both the community and animals. Transparency, maintaining open and honest communication with the public. Focus:
We are focused on providing the best possible rehabilitation and recovery for neglected and unwanted animals, homeless, and suffering alike with the highest quality of services from our staff members to volunteers and partners. Objectives:
We aim to achieve becoming a no-kill shelter and maintaining that status while fostering a new set of animal ordinances intended on reducing animal abuse, homeless animals, animal overpopulation, and nuisance animal calls. Creating and accomplishing a safe and peaceful community for citizens and animals alike.

๐Ÿพ Rabies Vaccines Are Required by Law ๐ŸพJust like your vehicle needs insurance and registration, your pet is required to ...
06/02/2026

๐Ÿพ Rabies Vaccines Are Required by Law ๐Ÿพ

Just like your vehicle needs insurance and registration, your pet is required to have a current rabies vaccination.

โœ… Dogs, cats, & ferrets (3+ months old) must be vaccinated
โœ… Must be given by a licensed veterinarian
โœ… Must stay current

๐Ÿ‘ฎ Animal Control Officers may ask for proof during any call or investigation.
If proof of a current rabies vaccination cannot be provided, a citation may be issued to bring the situation into compliance.

โœ… In Lamar County, our goal is compliance โ€” not punishment.
๐Ÿ‘‰ If you update your petโ€™s vaccination and provide proof before court, citations can typically be addressed.

๐Ÿฆ In rural Georgia, wildlife exposure is real โ€” and rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Protect your pet. Protect your family. Stay current.

๐Ÿ“ž (770) 358-5160

Meet Our Adorable Puppies This Week!Available: June 2nd, 2026 Eight sweet puppies, just 8ยฝ weeks old, are currently wait...
06/02/2026

Meet Our Adorable Puppies This Week!

Available: June 2nd, 2026

Eight sweet puppies, just 8ยฝ weeks old, are currently waiting for either a loving forever home or a rescue commitment.

These little ones won't be available for long, so if you've been thinking about adding a puppy to your family, now is the time to come meet them before they are committed to rescue placement.

Thanks to a generous sponsor, the $75 adoption fee has been covered for approved adopters. Additional fees may applyโ€”please contact our front office for details.

To learn more or schedule a visit, call Lamar County Animal Services at (770) 358-5160.

Come meet your new best friend today!

Rescue Transport - Ruff Dog Rescue GAKennel Tech M. Strom is loading up Wishbone for her trip to a foster where Ruff Dog...
06/01/2026

Rescue Transport - Ruff Dog Rescue GA

Kennel Tech M. Strom is loading up Wishbone for her trip to a foster where Ruff Dog Rescue will work on fining her a forever home.

Good luck Wishbone!

๐Ÿก Reunited with Owner ๐ŸกThis handsome โ€œfoxโ€ was reported as a roaming dog in a local neighborhood. Thanks to a quick resp...
06/01/2026

๐Ÿก Reunited with Owner ๐Ÿก

This handsome โ€œfoxโ€ was reported as a roaming dog in a local neighborhood. Thanks to a quick response from Animal Services and a properly registered microchip, we were able to identify his family and return him safely home within minutes.

While stray animals are often transported to the shelter, there are times when a pet simply slips out by accident and can be returned directly home. Thatโ€™s exactly what happened in this case.

Microchips are one of the most effective tools for pet reunification. They provide a permanent form of identification that can help get lost pets back where they belong quickly and safely.

Today was a great reminder that microchips workโ€”and this good boy is back home with his family where he belongs.

๐Ÿšจ New Intake Alert ๐ŸšจDate: June 1, 2026Location Found: 500 Block of Zebulon Road, Lamar CountyThis adult male dog was fou...
06/01/2026

๐Ÿšจ New Intake Alert ๐Ÿšจ

Date: June 1, 2026

Location Found: 500 Block of Zebulon Road, Lamar County

This adult male dog was found wandering along Zebulon Road this afternoon and is now safe in our care.

We are asking for the communityโ€™s help in identifying his owner. If you recognize this dog or have any information about where he may belong, please contact Lamar County Animal Services at (770) 358-5160.

๐Ÿšจ New Intake ๐Ÿšจ Date: June 1st, 2026 Location: 900 block of High Falls Park Road This dog has been showing up since last ...
06/01/2026

๐Ÿšจ New Intake ๐Ÿšจ

Date: June 1st, 2026

Location: 900 block of High Falls Park Road

This dog has been showing up since last Friday morning. The dog has been in the area over the weekend and is now at the shelter.

If you recognize this animal, or know where he may belong, please contact our office at (770)358-5160

๐Ÿšจ New Intake - Alert ๐Ÿšจ This gentle giant was found in the area of 600-700 Ethridge Mill Road in Lamar County, Georgia. T...
06/01/2026

๐Ÿšจ New Intake - Alert ๐Ÿšจ

This gentle giant was found in the area of 600-700 Ethridge Mill Road in Lamar County, Georgia.

The dog does have a collar, no tags, and no microchip.

If you recognize this animal, or know where he belongs, please contact our office at (770)358-5160.

๐Ÿพ Affordable Spay & Neuter Transport Option for Lamar County Residents ๐ŸพLamar County Animal Services is proud to partner...
06/01/2026

๐Ÿพ Affordable Spay & Neuter Transport Option for Lamar County Residents ๐Ÿพ

Lamar County Animal Services is proud to partner with The Help Spay/Neuter Clinic to help provide accessible, low-cost spay and neuter services for our community.

This program allows pet owners to schedule services directly with the clinic and utilize a convenient transport option through our facility.

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๐Ÿ“ Drop-Off Location (Transport Pickup):
Lamar County Animal Services
137 Roberta Drive
Barnesville, GA

โฐ Transport Schedule:
On designated Mondays, pets are dropped off early in the morning (before 8:30 a.m.) and transported to the clinic in Newnan for surgery and overnight care. Pets are returned the following afternoon (typically Tuesday between 2:00โ€“2:30 p.m.).

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๐Ÿ“ž Scheduling & Questions:
All appointments, payments, and medical inquiries are handled directly by The Help Spay Neuter Clinic.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Schedule online:
https://helpspayneuter.use1.ezyvet.com/external/portal/main/login?id=3

๐Ÿ’ฒ Pricing information:
https://helpspayneuter.org/help-spay-neuter-clinic-payment-options/

๐Ÿ“ž 770-304-7911

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๐Ÿˆ Feral & Community Cats
Feral cat and TNR package options are available for residents helping manage community cat populations responsibly.

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๐Ÿ’™ This partnership supports working families by providing an affordable, practical option for essential pet care while helping reduce unwanted litters in our community.

05/30/2026

๐Ÿพ Rabies Vaccinations โ€“ Itโ€™s the Law in Lamar County ๐Ÿพ

Just like a driver is required to have insurance and registration, pet owners are required by law to keep their animals current on rabies vaccinations.

This isnโ€™t just a recommendation โ€” itโ€™s a legal responsibility designed to protect your pet, your family, and our entire community.

๐Ÿ“Œ What does the law require?
In Lamar County:
โœ… All dogs, cats, and ferrets 3 months of age or older must be vaccinated against rabies
โœ… The vaccine must be administered by a licensed veterinarian
โœ… Vaccinations must remain current

These requirements are outlined in both Lamar County Ordinance and Georgia law.

๐Ÿฆ  Why rabies vaccinations matter
Rabies is not just another illness โ€” it is:
โš ๏ธ Nearly 100% fatal once symptoms appear
โš ๏ธ Spread through saliva of infected animals
โš ๏ธ A serious public health risk for both humans and pets

In rural Georgia, wildlife such as:
๐Ÿฆ Raccoons
๐ŸฆŠ Foxes
๐Ÿฆจ Skunks
๐Ÿบ Coyotes

โ€ฆare common carriers of rabies, increasing exposure risks for outdoor pets and even indoor pets that come into contact with wildlife.

๐Ÿค” Did You Know?
A pet without a rabies vaccine that is exposed to a rabid animal may face strict quarantine or euthanasia requirements

Even indoor pets are at risk if wildlife enters your property.

Rabies vaccinations are one of the most effective and affordable ways to prevent a fatal disease

๐Ÿ‘ฎ What to expect from Animal Control
During an interaction โ€” including:
- Nuisance complaints
- Bite cases
- Investigations

Animal Control Officers will ask:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Can you provide proof of a current rabies vaccination?

Acceptable proof includes:
โœ… Rabies tag on the animal
โœ… Veterinary paperwork
โœ… Verification from your vetโ€™s office

โš–๏ธ Compliance vs. Enforcement
If your pet is not currently vaccinated, you may be issued a citation.

However, in Lamar County, our goal is compliance โ€” not punishment.

โœ… If you obtain a rabies vaccination and provide proof before your court date, the citation can typically be dismissed.

We want to help you get your pet protected โ€” not penalize you for fixing the issue.

๐ŸŽ‰ FREE Rabies & Microchip Clinic
To help our community stay compliant and protect your pets, we are offering a:

๐Ÿ“… FREE Rabies Vaccination & Microchip Clinic
๐Ÿ—“ Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 11AM to 1PM
๐Ÿ“ 137 Roberta Drive, Barnesville, GA 30204

โœ… No-cost rabies vaccines
โœ… Free microchipping
โœ… A simple way to get your pet legal and protected

โœ… Responsible Pet Ownership Matters
Keeping your pet up-to-date on rabies vaccination:
โœ”๏ธ Protects your household
โœ”๏ธ Helps prevent unnecessary quarantines
โœ”๏ธ Keeps you in compliance with the law
โœ”๏ธ Supports public health in our community

๐Ÿ’ฌ A Community Effort
Rabies prevention starts with you.
๐Ÿ‘‰ Make sure your pet is vaccinated
๐Ÿ‘‰ Keep records and tags accessible
๐Ÿ‘‰ Stay current โ€” donโ€™t wait until thereโ€™s a problem

Lamar County Animal Services
๐Ÿ“ 137 Roberta Drive Barnesville, Ga 30286
๐Ÿ“ฑ (770) 358-5160
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

Address

137 Roberta Drive
Barnesville, GA
30204

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

(470)4979320

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