Pet Events in Gwinnett County, Georgia

== UPCOMING EVENTS ==

Ongoing: Gwinnett Animal Shelter is at Critical Capacity

We’re currently at critical capacity and want to let you know that NOW is the time to adopt and foster!

Come in and find your new furry friend today! All adoptions fees are currently waived and still include spay/neuter, microchip, up to date vaccines, and heartworm treatment if needed.

Check out who’s waiting: SEE AVAILABLE PETS

Where: Gwinnett Animal Shelter, 884 Winder Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA, United States, Georgia

UPCOMING PET ADOPTION EVENTS

1) See Planned PEThood of GA Events
📅 June 29: Bottle Baby Kitten Care Class

2) Pet Adoption Event with Paw Project of Georgia
Events
📅 July 12 (12-3pm):
1) Pet Supermarket Suwanee
2) Petco Duluth
📅 Aug. 9 (12-3pm): Pet Supermarket Suwanee

3) Pet Adoption Event with MACS Friends Animal Rescue Events
📅 Sat July 19 (1-4pm) in Snellville

4) Pet Adoption Events with Bossy Paws Rescue Events
📅 July 5(1-4pm): Pet Supermarket Suwanee

5) Pet Adoption Event with Pup & Cat Co
📅 June 28 (12pm-3pm): Hall and Hound Brewery in Cumming

6) Pet Adoption Events with Dirt Road Doggies Rescue
📅 June 21 (11am-3pm): Petsmart in Gainesville

7) Pet Adoption Events with Boop The Snoot Rescue
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(Sunday, June 29): Bottle Baby Class

Free Bottle Feeding Class
Must Register to save your spot

When: June 29, 2025 (2pm)
Where: Planned Pethood of Ga, Duluth
Event Link

(Thursday, July 3): Pet Remembrance Day

“Join us for Pet Remembrance Day, a special event to honor and celebrate the beloved pets who have touched our lives. Through storytelling, crafts, and reflection, we’ll create a space to share memories, find comfort, and commemorate our furry friends.

Pet Remembrance Day is a heartfelt event dedicated to honoring the pets who have brought joy and companionship into our lives. Join us for a day of reflection, as we share stories, create personalized crafts, and celebrate the bond we shared with our furry friends. Whether you’re looking for comfort, wishing to pay tribute, or simply seeking community, this event offers a space to remember and cherish the memories of your pets.”

When: Thursday, July 3, 2025 (4:30pm-5:30pm)
Where: Centerville Library Branch, 3025 Bethany Church Rd, Snellville, GA
Event Link

(July 7): Paws on the Red Carpet

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Master the art of pet photography at this month’s Yappy Hour, Paws on the Red Carpet.

Whether your pet is a camera-shy cutie or a natural diva, we’ll share tips to help you capture silly selfies, paw-fect portraits, and family photos that showcase their unique personality.

No pet? No problem! Join us anyway — a cast of cuddly co-stars await you.

and meet us on the red carpet on Monday, July 7 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm right here at the Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center located at 884 Winder Highway in Lawrenceville!

Check out all of the waiting stars today at GwinnettCounty.com/AvailablePets

Right now, all adoption fees are being waived and come with spaying/neutering, microchipping, certain vaccinations, and heartworm treatment if required! It’s a wonderful opportunity to bring a new furry companion into your home!”

When: Monday, July 7, 2025 (5-8pm)

Where: Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center – Education Room, 884 Winder Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045

Event Link

Monthly – (July 12): AWE Volunteer Orientation

A few ways volunteers can help at the shelter include walking dogs, giving cats individual attention, washing laundry, cleaning kennels, and helping at special and outreach events.

****The minimum age to volunteer is 12 years old. If you are interested in volunteering and between the ages of 12 – 17 years old, a parent or guardian must also register for the orientation and volunteer with you at all times.

For any questions or concerns, please contact AWEVolunteers@GwinnettCounty.com.

When: Monthly: July 12, August 2, Sept 13, Oct 4

Where: Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center – Education Room, 884 Winder Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045

****AGE: The minimum age to volunteer is 12 years old.

*Apply/Register Here*

(August 4): Yappy Hour: Homework, Hugs, & Happy Pets

An evening dedicated to helping your furry friends transition smoothly into the school year routine.

All Ages

Free

When: Monday, August 4, 2025 (5pm)
Where: Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center, 884 Winder Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA
Event Link

Visit the Dog Park at the Peachtree Corners Town Green

Situated behind the CineBistro building near the Town Green, the Peachtree Corners Off-Leash Dog Park is approximately 9,000 square feet and is divided into sections for smaller and larger dogs. This wonderful pet feature boasts both natural and artificial turf areas. The park features a plaza with a shade sail, water fountains, pet waste containers, shaded benches, and enhanced landscaping.
Address: 5140 Town Center Blvd, Peachtree Corners, Ga.

🐾Take your pup to one of Gwinnett’s 11 dog parks!

They have separate fenced areas for large and small dogs, shaded areas, agility equipment, benches, and water fountains! Please remember to pick up after your pets. See List Here

=VOLUNTEER=

1) Volunteers Needed: Planned PEThood of GA (Duluth) –
Ages: Some volunteer opportunities allow kids and teens to help out.
Location: 2860 Buford Hwy, Duluth, GA, United States, Georgia
see more

2) Volunteer with Gwinnett Animal Welfare & Enforcement
Ages: Currently you must 18 years old to volunteer. Ages 12-17 may volunteer with parent volunteer.
Location: Gwinnett Animal Welfare & Enforcement, 884 Winder Hwy. see more

3) Volunteers Needed with Canine Pet Rescue
Canine Pet Rescue needs kennel volunteers who can come out and care for our kennel dogs. WEEKDAY MORNINGS AND AFTERNOONS NEEDED ASAP!
Ages: Ages 18 and up are welcome to volunteer solo. Ages 13 – 17 are welcome with parent/legal guardian supervision/help.
Location: Dacula Ga

Ongoing: Gwinnett’s Dog Day Out program

Make a difference in the lives of animals

Gwinnett’s Dog Day Out program provides tail-wagging fun for shelter dogs and animal lovers. Local organizations, businesses, and service clubs can help socialize adoptable dogs by taking them on an outdoor adventure at Rhodes Jordan Park in Lawrenceville, improving their chances of finding a forever home. To bring some sunshine into a shelter dog’s day, email AWEVolunteers@GwinnettCounty.com.

The Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center is also seeking volunteer foster homes to provide temporary care for shelter animals in need. If you’re unable to foster, consider volunteering onsite to help exercise and socialize adoptable animals and support the center’s mission. Learn more at VolunteerGwinnett.net.

Ongoing: KIRA Club

KIRA (Kids Interested in Rescuing Animals): Monthly meetings for kids ages 5-17 with Planned PEThood of GA in Duluth.

Learn more and sign up for upcoming meetings: https://pethoodga.org/get-involved/kiraclub

Free Pet Treats From Restaurants

Here are a few places that could give your pup a free treat and get that tail wagging.

Starbucks: Ask your barista for a Puppuccino the next time you stop by and you’ll receive a free cup of whipped cream for your furry friend. (Some charge $1)
Dunkin’ Donuts: They will sometimes provide your pup with a free treat, such as a cup of whipped cream (aka a puppy latte).
Dairy Queen: Ask for a Pup Cup at the drive-thru and you may just get a free vanilla ice cream with a dog treat on top.
Chick-fil-A: Ask for a dog treat at the drive-thru, and your pup may get a free Milk-Bone.
Culver’s: You may be able to grab a free dog treat at the drive-thru.

These free deal vary by location. Just Ask!