Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter

06/08/2026

🚨🐷 STRAY ALERT!!! 🐻🚨

Uh oh… looks like Miss. Piggy and Fozzie Bear took a wrong turn on their way to the Muppet reunion and somehow ended up here at the shelter! 😳😂

These two adorable cuties have officially made their way to the shelter and are now searching for their family! 💕

🐷 Miss. Piggy: Probably wondering where her dressing room and snacks went.
🐻 Fozzie Bear: Still trying out his stand-up routine… *Wocka Wocka!* 🤪

Do these sweet faces belong to you? Do you know where they came from? If you are the owner or have any information, please contact the shelter ASAP!

📞 Call the shelter at: 706-356-5363

📢 Please share to help these Muppet stars find their way home! ❤️🏠

06/07/2026

We are forever thankful for the support and kindness Donna Madkiff has shown to animals of our shelter but also all animals in Hart & Franklin Counties.

𝑨 𝑴𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑭𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓:

Dear Rescue Family and Supporters of the Hart County Humane Society,

For the past 21 years, I have been dedicated to providing affordable spay/neuter assistance and helping rescue animals in need. It has been an honor to serve alongside the volunteers, supporters, and advocates who share a commitment to improving the lives of animals in our community.

I am especially proud to be part of an organization whose mission aligns so closely with saving the lives of dogs and cats at Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter . Together, the Hart County Humane Society has helped rescue 7,827 dogs and cats and provided spay/neuter assistance to thousands of families, making a lasting impact throughout our region.

It is with a heavy heart that I share my decision to step away from my active role due to ongoing health concerns. This work has been more than a commitment— It has been a meaningful part of my daily life and a passion that has brought me great purpose and fulfillment.

I sincerely ask that you continue supporting the mission of the Hart County Humane Society and the animals cared for at Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter. Your compassion, generosity, and dedication are essential to ensuring that this important work continues for years to come.

I am deeply grateful for the friendships, support, and understanding I have received along this journey. The relationships I have built through this mission are a gift that I will always cherish.

Thank you for allowing me the privilege of serving our community and its animals.

With heartfelt appreciation and gratitude,

Donna Madkiff
Founder and President
Hart County Humane Society

06/07/2026

We often find that people confuse feral & stray. Our shelter (and many others) can’t take in feral cats. Knowing the correct term can make a big difference for some animals in need.

06/06/2026

🚨🚨 STRAY ALERT 🚨🚨

‼️ FOUR LAB MIXES HAVE ARRIVED ‼️

We currently have **4 stray Lab mixes** — **3 males and 1 female** — that were **found in the Canon area**, and we need YOUR help finding their families! 🐾

These sweet pups were brought in safely, but we know someone may be missing them. Please share, tag friends, neighbors, community groups, and help us spread the word! ❤️

📸 **Photos coming soon!**

If you are the owner or have ANY information about these dogs, please contact us as soon as possible. Proof of ownership will be required.

⚠️ Time matters — the sooner we find their families, the better! Please SHARE SHARE SHARE! 🐶🐶🐶🐶

📞 Contact the shelter for information.

06/06/2026

🐾 Good Evening 🐾

It's been a busy week for us here at the shelter.

Please excuse us for posting late on stray dogs.

We are currently under staffed.

If you are missing a dog please reach out to us via calling the shelter or FB Messenger.

Will update over the weekend with the strays that have came in.

Our sincere apologies.

06/05/2026

Pilots saving puppies is one of our favorite things! We couldn’t be more thankful for the rescue that saved our little royal family & the pilot that was kind enough to spend his day flying them to their rescue! These puppies are out of our overcrowded shelter thanks to No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue & Pilots To The Rescue

06/03/2026

👅 Tongue Out Tuesday! 👅

And boy, is this week off to a rough start.

We opened our doors this morning already over our target capacity and ended the day even further over, with a growing intake waiting list and an inbox full of stray reports waiting in the wings.

Folks, please be kind to animal welfare professionals. We are not okay.

Shelter staff across the country are trying to empty the ocean with a tablespoon in the middle of a downpour. Hearts break every single day, but the work continues because the animals need us. We did not create this crisis, and we are not the enemy. A lack of accountability is.

The reality is that shelters cannot solve pet overpopulation alone. We need our communities to help slow the flood.

Here’s how you can make a difference:

💉 Microchip your pets AND register the chip. A microchip only works if the information is current.

👔 Use collars and tags. Even a simple collar with your phone number written in Sharpie can help a lost pet get home without ever entering a shelter.

✂️ Spay and neuter. Reach out for assistance before puppies and kittens are born.

👷 Lend a hand. Share posts. Donate. Transport. Volunteer. Foster. Adopt.

Every action helps.

If you’re looking to add a furry family member to your home, please consider adoption. Visit Negas.org to meet the wonderful animals currently waiting for homes.

The animals need us. The shelters need you. ❤️

05/31/2026

You have until next week to help us Phill the box fundraiser.
We will take clothes, shoes, purses, anything fabric.

We have just 19 days left in our Phill the Box Fundraiser! That’s only 19 more days to clean out those closets and turn unwanted items into lifesaving support for animals in need.

This is one of the easiest FREE ways to help displaced animals in Hart County and Franklin County. Every donation helps raise funds that will go directly toward food, shelter, and medical care for the animals who depend on us every day.

How It Works:

✔️ Clean out your closets
✔️ Gather clean, gently used clothing, bedding, shoes, and accessories
✔️ Bag everything up
✔️ Drop donations off at Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter
✔️ Head home and enjoy your clutter-free closet knowing you helped save lives!

Your unused items can make a real difference. Please donate, share this post, and help us Phill the Box before time runs out! 🐾

05/29/2026

We are humbled and incredibly grateful for the generosity of the Arby’s locations in Lavonia & Commerce and their amazing patrons. Every person who chose to round up their purchase helped make this donation possible.

As a nonprofit shelter, we rely heavily on the support of our community to continue caring for the homeless animals that depend on us each day. This generous donation of $4,220.00 will help our operations tremendously and will directly support the animals in our care.

Thank you to everyone who contributed and to Arby’s for choosing to support our mission. Your kindness truly makes a difference.