Cobb County's Rugged Rescues

Meet Mel, a one-year-and-four-month-old American Pit Bull Terrier mix who arrived at Cobb Animal Services on May 6th. She is a striking black and white girl with a beautiful white blaze across her face, a broad chest, and warm brown eyes that look right at you. At 61 pounds and nearly at her adult size, Mel is estimated to stay right around 60 to 65 pounds.

Mel is a nice girl who knows what she wants she has already mastered sit, and with someone who makes training engaging and rewarding, she will keep right on learning. She will thrive with an adopter who turns every lesson into quality time together.

Mel's journey to get here was not a simple one. She was rehomed by her owner and ended up at a shelter in Spalding County. Her former owner was contacted and actually flew to Georgia to retrieve her but rather than taking her home, brought her here and left no information and no path forward for her. Through no fault of her own, Mel found herself here, starting over and waiting for the home she deserves.

Mel is ready for someone who will see her for what she is a good girl who just needs the right person to stick around. She has so much to give, and all she is asking for is a chance. If you are looking for a loyal, beautiful companion to grow with, Mel might just be exactly who you have been looking for.

Forrest – ID #18616 – Kennel #46
Arrived April 29th as a stray – German Shepherd/Akita Mix – Tan & Black – Male – 10 years old – 81 lbs – Up to date on vaccines – Heartworm negative

Meet Forrest — a magnificent and deeply soulful tan and black German Shepherd and Akita mix with the warmest amber eyes and a gentle, dignified presence that is simply impossible not to fall in love with. This sweet old soul was found as a stray on April 29th with no one to come forward for him, and at 10 years old this extraordinary boy now waits in Kennel #46 for someone to give him the warm and loving home he so deeply deserves.

Forrest knows sit, stay, down, and shake — four commands that speak volumes about the love and time someone once invested in him. He clearly had a person who cared for him deeply, and yet here he is, alone and waiting. That loyalty and training he carries with him every single day is a testament to the incredible dog he is and has always been, and he deserves a family who will honor that.

At 10 years old Forrest is a senior gentleman who has lived a whole lifetime of quiet devotion, and every single remaining day of his golden years deserves to be spent in a soft and peaceful home with someone who will cherish every moment with him. He is heartworm negative and up to date on all of his vaccines — and due to his age he will not be neutered prior to adoption, meaning he is ready to go home right away to the person who chooses him.

Senior dogs like Forrest are the most heartbreakingly overlooked animals in shelters, and yet those who open their hearts to a senior will tell you it is one of the most profoundly meaningful and deeply rewarding experiences of their lives. If you have room in your heart and your home for this magnificent old soul, please come meet Forrest in Kennel #46. He has so much love and dignity still to give — all he needs is someone to give him the chance to give it.

Oreo is Mr. Personality! His owner could no longer take care of him and he arrived to the shelter on 3/12. Oreo is 1 year old and weighs in at 51 pounds. He is a bit afraid of the shelter but once outside his personality comes through. He loves to walk and is a perfect gentleman on a leash. He loves to have his picture taken and poses for them. This boy is precious, handsome and full of love to give to a new family. Wouldn't you like to wake up to that face every morning? Ask for ID # 17515 Run 23. He is neutered and will be micro-chipped upon adoption. He has tested negative for heart worms.

Val – ID 17124 – Kennel 79
Arrived February 22 – American Pit Bull Terrier Mix – Brown and White – Female
1 year old – 47 lb (estimated adult weight 48–52 lb)
Will be spayed prior to adoption – Up to date on vaccines – Heartworm negative
Dog friendly

Val is as sweet as her name suggests. This adorable brown and white girl has a happy smile and a playful spirit that makes her so much fun to be around. At just one year old, she’s still young and full of life, but she already has some great manners to go with her bubbly personality.

She knows how to sit and lay down when asked and walks nicely on leash, making outings enjoyable and easy. Val is dog friendly and would love a home where she can play, explore, and soak up attention.

Cute, sweet, and full of personality, Val is ready to be someone’s loyal companion and best friend. If you’re looking for a playful, affectionate girl who’s ready to share adventures and cuddles, Val is waiting to meet you.

Quincy is a super sweet guy who arrived at the shelter on 2/25. He is well behaved and quiet in the kennel. Quincy is playful, curious and enjoys outdoors. He knows multiple commands including sit down and shake. Quincy is house trained and gets along well with children and other dogs. He is eagerly waiting to meet his new FOREVER family.

Quincy is 7 years old and weighs 56 pounds. He has tested negative for heart worms and is UTD on vaccines. He is also neutered and microchipped. Please stop by and meet this cutie in run 833; his ID # is 17173.

Scooter is an adorable 2 year old boy that was found as a stray on 2/17. He has the cutest ears and smile. He sits nicely for treats and is great on the leash. He has not been claimed yet, could you be his forever person? He’s up to date on vaccinations, heartworm negative and will be neutered and microchipped upon adoption. Come meet this sweet boy in kennel 809, his ID is 17025.

This girl with the beautiful smile is Kyla! She arrived at the shelter as a lost dog with ID on 3/1, and sadly, her people never came to reclaim her. It appears as though she recently weaned some pups, but she's now taken the "no more puppies" pledge so that she can live her best life! The volunteers describe her as friendly, though initially shy. The loud, overwhelming shelter can be a lot for some dogs, so we imagine once in a loving home she'll open up and relax. Kyla looks forward to her daily walks at the shelter where she can get some fresh air and love from the volunteers. She is such a pretty dog, and she does know how to sit nicely when asked. If you have a soft spot for the shy kids, please come to the shelter and ask to meet Kyla!

Kyla is approximately 5 years old, and weighs 46 lbs. She is spayed, UTD on vaccines, has been microchipped, and did test negative for heartworms. Kyla is waiting patiently in kennel 57; her ID # is 17291.

Introducing this handsome guy named Stone/Chaos! He was brought to the shelter on 3/7 because his former pet parent could no longer take care of him properly. So he is on a quick search for a forever and committed home. Stone is only a year and 4 months and weighs a mere 43lbs. The volunteers describe him as a great dog who is super sweet and really cute. He loves his walking adventures when he leaves his kennel to sniff anywhere and everywhere and he walks really well on a leash. So he is anything but Chaos! He is a smart young man and can understand simple commands such as sit when asked especially for treats. So make sure you have plenty on hand! He stays quiet in his kennel while he patiently waits for his new family. Please take some time and visit with him in Run 58; his ID is 17436. He is waiting for you! Please help him find his way out of the shelter and into your heart, home and family.

Stone is current on vaccines, will be neutered and microchipped and tested negative for heartworms. Please take some time and schedule to meet this awesome kiddo and get to know him a little better. Stone is probably what you have been looking for all this time.

Clara is a gorgeous 2 year old medium hair girly that was found while out on an adventure on 4/19. Shes currently searching for her forever home! Shes up to date on vaccinations, combo tested negative, and will be spayed and microchipped upon adoption. Come meet this sweet baby in kennel 635, her ID is 18405.

This handsome boy is Kayo! He arrived at the shelter as a lost dog on 1/18, and sadly, no one has come to reclaim him. The volunteers describe Kayo as a very good boy! For being a young dog he has been fairly chill and has an easygoing personality. We imagine outside of the loud, overwhelming shelter environment he will be a more lively and energetic boy! He knows his basic commands including sit, down, and stay. Please ensure you have the time, patience, and energy to commit to Kayo before adopting. Kayo is approximately 10 months old, and weighs 46 lbs. He is UTD on vaccines and did test negative for heartworms. He will be neutered and microchipped upon adoption. Please come meet Kayo in kennel 800; his ID # is 16449.