Carroll County Animal Shelter Hours, Adoption Fees, Lost Pets, Reclaim & Animal Control Help
Use verified Carroll County, Georgia animal shelter resources to check adoption hours, view available pets, understand current fees, report lost pets, reclaim an impounded animal, contact animal control, use the free rehoming route, learn about community-cat TNR, foster, volunteer and avoid confusing the shelter with other Carroll County locations in different states.
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🐶 Adopt a pet — start with official Carroll County available animals
Use this for: dogs, puppies, cats, kittens and other animals available through Carroll County Animal Shelter in Carrollton, Georgia.
Best official path: open the county Animals Available for Adoption page, then follow the official Petfinder route linked by the shelter.
Before you go: the county says the pet listing is updated almost every evening, so verify the latest availability before driving.
Carroll County Animal Shelter Quick Facts Before You Visit
Carroll County Animal Shelter is the county-run shelter at 251 Automation Drive in Carrollton, Georgia. It provides shelter services, adoption listings, intake by appointment, reclaim support, microchipping, community-cat TNR, foster opportunities, volunteer programs and rehoming guidance for local pet owners.
The biggest user mistake is mixing up Animal Shelter and Animal Control. The shelter handles adoption, housing, reclaim and intake questions. Animal Control is the separate enforcement and dispatch route for stray-animal pickup, cruelty or neglect reports and ordinance concerns. Carroll County specifically says the shelter does not pick up stray animals; Animal Control dispatch should be contacted for that service.
What This Carroll County Animal Shelter Guide Covers
Carroll County Animal Shelter Hours, Address and Phone Number
Carroll County Animal Shelter is located at 251 Automation Drive, Carrollton, GA 30117. The main shelter phone number is 770-214-3590. Official shelter hours are Monday through Wednesday from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday closed.
The shelter is also closed on the last Friday of every month. That matters because a visitor who only checks a normal Friday schedule may waste a trip if they arrive on the monthly closure day.
251 Automation Drive, Carrollton, GA 30117
Use this location for adoption visits, reclaim questions, microchipping and official shelter appointments.
770-214-3590
Use for lost pets, intake appointments, reclaim questions, microchip service and general shelter help.
Mon–Wed: 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: closed.
Closed the last Friday of each month.
Verify the date before a Friday visit.
How to Adopt a Pet From Carroll County Animal Shelter
Carroll County’s official adoption page sends users to the shelter’s Petfinder listing for currently available animals, and the county says that page is updated almost every evening. This is the strongest first step because an old social media photo may no longer reflect current availability.
Start with official available-animal listings
Open the county Animals Available for Adoption page and use the official Petfinder route linked by the shelter to see current pets.
Check availability again before driving
Because listings are updated frequently, verify the animal is still listed before you plan a trip to Carrollton for one specific dog, puppy, cat or kitten.
Visit during public shelter hours
Plan your visit around the official shelter schedule, especially the longer Thursday window and the monthly last-Friday closure.
Ask practical pet-match questions
Ask about age, activity level, medical notes, behavior, other pets, children, housing fit, energy needs and what care has already been completed for that animal.
Confirm the current fee and records
Ask whether any monthly adoption special is active and request the records available for that specific pet before completing the adoption.
Carroll County Animal Shelter Adoption Fees, Impound Fees and Microchip Costs
Carroll County lists a $50 adoption fee for dogs or puppies and a $50 adoption fee for cats or kittens. Livestock adoption fees are listed from $20 up to $150. The county also says to ask about monthly adoption specials, so the actual amount may sometimes be lower during a promotion.
Official fee information also lists impound fees, rabies-quarantine charges and owner-surrender fees. The shelter fee page lists dogs or cats at $20 for impound, rabies quarantine at $25 per day and owner-surrender fees at $25 per dog, cat or exotic pet. However, the main shelter page currently states that the shelter is not accepting owner surrenders because of the overwhelming number of stray animals entering the facility.
Adoption fee: $50.
Ask whether a monthly adoption special is active.
Adoption fee: $50.
Verify the current listing and current fee before visiting.
Dogs or cats: $20 impound fee listed.
Rabies quarantine: $25 per day, paid on intake.
Microchip fee: $20 per pet.
Listed service times are Monday–Friday 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Before paying any Carroll County shelter fee
- Confirm the current fee for the exact service you need.
- Ask whether a monthly adoption special is active.
- Ask what records are available for the pet you plan to adopt.
- Do not assume an owner-surrender fee means owner surrenders are currently accepted.
- For reclaim, call first because official pages use separate impound and reclaim wording.
How to View Carroll County Adoptable Dogs, Cats, Puppies and Kittens Online
The county’s official Animals Available for Adoption page sends visitors to the shelter’s Petfinder profile and states that the listing is updated almost every evening. That means the official county page is the safest starting point for current adoptable pets.
Do not promise readers that a specific pet will still be available. A listing can change after adoption, reclaim, transfer, medical review or shelter update. The practical user path is to check the current official listing, then call if one pet is the reason for the trip.
Use County-Linked Listings
Start with the official county adoption page instead of copied screenshots or random rescue reposts.
Updated almost nightlyCall for Specific Pets
If you are traveling for one animal, verify availability before driving to the shelter.
Avoid wasted tripsLost a Pet in Carroll County? Call the Shelter First
Carroll County Animal Control directs people looking for lost pets to contact the Carroll County Animal Shelter at 770-214-3590. If your pet is missing, call quickly, provide a clear description and be ready to ask whether a matching animal has entered the shelter.
Do not assume a microchip can be tracked like GPS. Carroll County’s official FAQ explains that microchips must be scanned by a veterinarian or shelter after the pet is found. A microchip is valuable, but it does not replace active searching, current contact information and visible identification.
770-214-3590
Call the shelter to ask about a missing pet.
Have photos, breed, color, sex, collar, microchip, last-seen location and contact information ready.
Microchips help after scanning, but they do not show live GPS location.
Check again because shelter intake and matching information can change after your first call.
Lost pet steps that actually help
- Call Carroll County Animal Shelter as soon as the pet is missing.
- Give a complete description and current contact details.
- Update your microchip registration immediately.
- Share recent, clear photos through responsible local channels.
- Check neighboring areas if the pet may have crossed county or city boundaries.
- Call back if new information becomes available.
Found an Animal in Carroll County? Intake Is by Appointment Only
Carroll County Animal Shelter currently handles intake Monday through Friday by appointment only. The county states this is done to better serve people and animals and to improve outcomes. If you found an animal, call the shelter during normal business hours before bringing it in.
The official FAQ says there is no charge to bring a stray animal to the shelter, but intake still requires an appointment. That distinction matters: free intake does not mean unscheduled drop-off.
770-214-3590
Schedule an intake appointment during normal shelter hours.
Official FAQ states there is no charge to bring a stray animal to the shelter.
Intake is by appointment only Monday through Friday.
If the animal is dangerous, injured or needs dispatch, use Animal Control rather than trying to handle it yourself.
Carroll County Animal Shelter vs Animal Control — Use the Correct Phone Number
Carroll County’s official FAQ states that the shelter does not pick up stray animals. Stray animals should be reported to Carroll County Animal Control so an Animal Control Officer can be dispatched. The official Animal Control phone number is 770-834-8150.
Animal Control also handles cruelty or neglect reports, and the official page lists Animal Control hours as Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The shelter phone remains the correct route for lost-pet inquiries and shelter-specific questions.
770-214-3590
Use for lost pets, adoption, reclaim, microchips and intake appointments.
770-834-8150
Use for stray-animal pickup, officer dispatch, cruelty or neglect concerns and ordinance issues.
Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The shelter houses and adopts animals; Animal Control handles field enforcement and dispatch.
How to Reclaim an Impounded Pet From Carroll County Animal Shelter
If your pet is at Carroll County Animal Shelter, call 770-214-3590 before pickup and ask exactly what is due. The official shelter-fee page lists an impound fee for dogs or cats, while the FAQ uses separate reclaim-fee wording. Because those official pages use different terms, confirmation by phone is the safest step before arriving.
The official FAQ states that reclaimed animals must show proof of rabies at pickup, or the owner must complete the rabies requirement within 48 hours and return or fax proof to the shelter. Failure to do so may result in Animal Control issuing a citation with a fine up to $1,000.
770-214-3590
Confirm the amount due, documents needed and pickup process.
Bring proof of rabies at pickup or complete the requirement within 48 hours as instructed by the shelter.
The shelter recommends microchipping and lists public microchips at $20 per pet.
The shelter fee page says impound and boarding fees may be waived if you choose to have the pet spayed or neutered with the shelter.
Rehoming a Pet, Owner Surrenders and Community Cat TNR in Carroll County
Carroll County currently states that the shelter is not accepting owner surrenders because of the overwhelming number of stray animals entering the shelter. The county’s official rehoming page points owners to the free Home To Home service, where owners can post pets and connect directly with people looking to adopt.
This is not just a backup option; it is usually a better outcome when safe and practical. Direct rehoming lets the current owner meet the new adopter and saves shelter space for animals with no family or home.
The shelter page states that owner surrenders are currently not being accepted because of heavy stray intake.
Use the official Home To Home rehoming page linked by Carroll County if you need to place a pet.
Carroll County offers a Trap Neuter Return program for feral cats by appointment only on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Cats are dropped off between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. and picked up the same day between 4:00 and 4:30 p.m.
What the official TNR program includes
- Spay or neuter for feral cats.
- Vaccination.
- Ear-tipping.
- Appointment-only service on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Hard/soft carriers or live traps required.
Carroll County Foster, Volunteer and Come Over Rover Programs
Carroll County Animal Services offers several ways to help beyond adoption. Official volunteer roles include administrative assistant, adoption assistant, dog walker, cat enrichment, dog enrichment and event assistant. Volunteers are asked to commit at least one one-hour shift per month for a minimum of three months.
The official foster page says the shelter’s biggest foster needs include medical cases, babies and large dogs that need a little training. The shelter says it supplies most foster needs, such as medications, nursing-baby supplies and crates, while food may sometimes be requested if supplies are low.
Administrative, adoption support, dog walking, cat enrichment, dog enrichment and event assistance.
At least one one-hour shift per month for a minimum of three months.
Medical animals, babies and large dogs needing extra growth, healing or training time.
Dog day-out pickups are listed Monday–Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Carroll County Animal Shelter Georgia vs Other Carroll County Shelters
The search phrase “carroll county animal shelter” can lead to shelters in Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Illinois and other places. This article covers Carroll County Animal Shelter in Carrollton, Georgia, not a similarly named shelter in another state.
Carroll County Animal Shelter, Georgia
251 Automation Drive, Carrollton, GA 30117.
Carroll County shelters in Kentucky, Maryland, Illinois or private humane-society organizations using similar names.
Wrong county means wrong hours, wrong fees, wrong phone number, wrong intake process and wrong lost-pet route.
Confirm the state, official county domain, address and phone number before visiting or sharing information.
Official Carroll County Animal Shelter, Adoption and Animal Control Links
Use these official county resources first. This protects users from old hours, stale adoption screenshots, wrong-state shelter pages, expired fee claims and confusion between shelter services and animal-control dispatch.
🏠 Animal Shelter
Main Carroll County Animal Shelter page with hours, address, phone and current intake notice.
Open Animal Shelter🐾 Available Animals
Official county adoption page that links to current shelter pets.
Open Available Animals💳 Shelter Fees
Official adoption, impound, quarantine and surrender fee resource.
Open Shelter Fees🚨 Animal Control
Official animal-control page for officer dispatch, lost-pet direction and ordinance concerns.
Open Animal Control❓ Shelter FAQ
Official reclaim, microchip, intake, stray pickup and holding-period answers.
Open Shelter FAQ🐈 Community Cat TNR
Official Trap Neuter Return program details for feral cats in Carroll County.
Open TNR Program🤝 Re-homing Your Pet
Official Home To Home rehoming route for owners seeking alternatives to surrender.
Open Rehoming Page🙋 Volunteer Information
Official volunteer roles, commitment and shelter-support options.
Open Volunteer Info🏠 Foster Information
Official foster guidance, animal needs and foster application route.
Open Foster InfoPhone, address and contact details
251 Automation Drive, Carrollton, GA 30117
770-214-3590
770-834-8150
Carroll County Board of Commissioners
323 Newnan Street, Carrollton, GA 30117
Carroll County Animal Shelter Map and Visit Location
Carroll County Animal Shelter is located at 251 Automation Drive, Carrollton, GA 30117. Use this location for adoption visits, reclaim appointments, microchipping, approved intake appointments and official shelter services.
Carroll County Animal Shelter
Address: 251 Automation Drive, Carrollton, GA 30117
Carroll County Animal Shelter FAQs
What are Carroll County Animal Shelter adoption hours in 2026?
Carroll County Animal Shelter is open Monday through Wednesday from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and closed Sunday. The shelter is also closed on the last Friday of each month.
Where is Carroll County Animal Shelter located?
The shelter is located at 251 Automation Drive, Carrollton, GA 30117.
What is the Carroll County Animal Shelter phone number?
The main shelter phone number is 770-214-3590.
How much does it cost to adopt from Carroll County Animal Shelter?
The official shelter-fee page lists $50 for dogs or puppies and $50 for cats or kittens. The county also says to ask about monthly adoption specials.
Where can I see Carroll County adoptable pets?
Use the official Animals Available for Adoption page on the Carroll County website. The county links to its Petfinder page and says it is updated almost every evening.
What should I do if my pet is lost in Carroll County?
Call Carroll County Animal Shelter at 770-214-3590 to ask about your lost pet. Have photos, color, breed, sex, collar, microchip and last-seen details ready.
Does Carroll County Animal Shelter pick up stray animals?
No. The shelter FAQ says stray animals should be reported to Carroll County Animal Control at 770-834-8150 so an officer can be dispatched.
Do I need an appointment to bring in a found stray animal?
Yes. Carroll County Animal Shelter states that intake is by appointment only Monday through Friday. Call the shelter during normal business hours before bringing in an animal.
How do I reclaim an impounded pet from Carroll County Animal Shelter?
Call the shelter first to confirm the amount due and required documents. The FAQ states that proof of rabies must be shown at pickup or completed within 48 hours and returned or faxed to the shelter.
Can I microchip my pet at Carroll County Animal Shelter?
Yes. The official FAQ lists public microchips at $20 per pet, available Monday through Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Is Carroll County Animal Shelter accepting owner surrenders?
The current official shelter page states that the shelter is not accepting owner surrenders because of the overwhelming number of stray animals entering the facility. Owners are directed to consider the official Home To Home rehoming option.
Does Carroll County offer a feral-cat TNR program?
Yes. Carroll County offers a Trap Neuter Return program for feral cats by appointment only on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Cats are dropped off between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. and picked up the same day between 4:00 and 4:30 p.m.
Best Way to Use Carroll County Animal Shelter in 2026
The best path is simple: use the official Carroll County shelter page first, verify current hours before visiting, check the official available-animal listing for adoptable pets, call 770-214-3590 for lost-pet or shelter questions, and use Animal Control at 770-834-8150 for field-dispatch needs such as stray-animal pickup or cruelty concerns.
For the focus keyword carroll county animal shelter, this guide covers the full user intent: adoption hours, address, phone number, adoptable pets, fees, monthly specials, lost pets, found animals, intake appointments, reclaim steps, rabies proof, microchips, animal control, rehoming, TNR, foster, volunteer, map and official links. That is the difference between a useful county shelter page and a thin article that only repeats an address.
Important Notice: This article is an independent informational guide and is not Carroll County Government, Carroll County Animal Shelter, Carroll County Animal Control, a veterinarian, law enforcement, or a legal authority. Shelter hours, adoption availability, fees, monthly specials, reclaim totals, intake appointments, owner-surrender status, microchip service, TNR scheduling, foster needs and animal-control procedures can change. Always verify urgent or official matters directly with Carroll County Animal Shelter, Carroll County Animal Control, emergency services, or the appropriate official agency before acting.