Murray County Humane Society is a
100%
volunteer-run, GA-licensed, 501(c)(3) nonprofit rescue located in rural North Georgia. Our mission is to help owner surrenders and shelter animals that might otherwise be euthanized by providing them with proper veterinary care, love, and the opportunity to find their forever homes.
All aspects of our rescue—fundraising, application reviews, event planning, feeding, bathing, transporting, and fostering—are carried out by dedicated volunteers who open both their hearts and their homes to animals in need.
We rely solely on donations and fundraising efforts to continue our work. Every dollar goes directly toward providing food, medical care, supplies, and basic overhead needs such as utilities, website hosting, and printed materials. Unlike many organizations, we receive no government funding—our lifesaving work is possible only because of the generosity of supporters like you.
Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in North Murray County, Georgia, our foster care facility provides a safe haven for abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs and cats.
There are no signs marking the property—for fear that more unwanted pets may be dumped over the fence—but within these walls, hundreds of animals have already been given a second chance. Each has a story of survival, and while they wait for adoption or transport to another rescue, they are surrounded with love, care, and dignity.
For some, this foster facility is not just a stop along the way, but the place where they will live out the rest of their lives in comfort and safety.
Our mission is simple but vital:
To rescue abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs and cats in our community and surrounding areas
To educate the public on proper animal care and welfare
To promote and encourage spay and neuter to help reduce overpopulation
Adoption Process
All animals remain in our care until they are fully vetted—spayed or neutered (if old enough), vaccinated, and given a clean bill of health.
When they are ready for adoption, every potential adopter is required to complete an application. Applications are carefully reviewed to ensure that the needs of each animal will be met. If approved, a home visit will follow to confirm that the living environment is safe and appropriate for the pet.
Once both the application and home visit are approved, adopters are welcomed into the pet’s life, giving these animals the chance to finally experience the love and stability they deserve.
✨ Together, we can make a difference for the forgotten, the unwanted, and the abandoned. Thank you for supporting Murray County Humane Society.
