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Athens Area Humane Society celebrates 10th annual Kitten Shower

Athens Area Humane Society celebrates 10th annual Kitten Shower

The Red & Black — "The Athens Area Humane Society celebrated its 10th annual Kitten…
May 4, 2026
Calendar Pick: 10th Annual Kitten Shower

Calendar Pick: 10th Annual Kitten Shower

Flagpole — "The Athens Area Humane Society’s Kitten Shower invites community members to meet the…
April 29, 2026
Athens Humane Society hosts ‘Purr-dgerton’ kitten shower

Athens Humane Society hosts ‘Purr-dgerton’ kitten shower

Athens Banner-Herald— "The Athens Area Humane Society is hosting “Purr-dgerton” on Sunday, May 3, as…
April 27, 2026
Athens Area Humane Society expands pet food program, helps families keep pets

Athens Area Humane Society expands pet food program, helps families keep pets

Athens Banner-Herald— "A pet food program based at the Athens Area Humane Society in Athens…
March 2, 2026
Featured Athens Area Humane Society addresses pet food insecurity through Full Bellies Food Bowl program

Featured Athens Area Humane Society addresses pet food insecurity through Full Bellies Food Bowl program

The Red & Black— "Approximately 20 million pets across the United States experience poverty alongside…
February 16, 2026
Athens Area Humane Society Expands Pet Food Bank Three-Fold in 2025, Delivering 959,200 Meals to Pets in 39 Georgia Counties

Athens Area Humane Society Expands Pet Food Bank Three-Fold in 2025, Delivering 959,200 Meals to Pets in 39 Georgia Counties

ATHENS, GA (January 27, 2026). Economic pressures force impossible choices. When families cannot afford pet…
January 30, 2026
Gunner Stockton Teams Up with Athens Area Humane Society for NIL Deal

Gunner Stockton Teams Up with Athens Area Humane Society for NIL Deal

Yahoo! Sports — "Before he begins his first year as Georgia’s starting quarterback, Gunner Stockton adopted a pet from…
August 16, 2025
Athens Area Humane Society Hosts Multi-Day, 200+ Community Cat Spay/Neuter/Vaccine Event

Athens Area Humane Society Hosts Multi-Day, 200+ Community Cat Spay/Neuter/Vaccine Event

Athens Area Humane Society Hosts Multi-County Community Cat Spay/Neuter/Vaccine Event   ATHENS, GA: The Athens Area…
July 21, 2025
Five ways to keep pets safe in the summer heat

Five ways to keep pets safe in the summer heat

The Red & Black — "Summer is a great time to let pets run around…
June 30, 2025
Athens Area Humane Society Hosts ‘One Day, 100 Community Cats’ Spay/Neuter/Vaccine Event

Athens Area Humane Society Hosts ‘One Day, 100 Community Cats’ Spay/Neuter/Vaccine Event

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Athens Area Humane Society Hosts ‘One Day, 100 Community Cats’ Spay/Neuter/Vaccine Event…
June 6, 2025
Athens Area Humane Society to host free pet vaccine and microchip clinic

Athens Area Humane Society to host free pet vaccine and microchip clinic

The Red & Black — "The Athens Area Humane Society will host a free pet…
May 16, 2025
Featured Ninth annual AAHS Kitten Shower homes over 19 kittens

Featured Ninth annual AAHS Kitten Shower homes over 19 kittens

The Red & Black — "The Athens Area Humane Society hosted its ninth annual Kitten…
May 7, 2025
PHOTOS: Athens Area Humane Society’s ninth annual “Kitten Shower.”

PHOTOS: Athens Area Humane Society’s ninth annual “Kitten Shower.”

The Red & Black — "The Athens Area Humane Society held it's ninth annual “Kitten…
May 5, 2025
Too Many Cats, Not Enough Homes: Athens Area Humane Society Helps Overpopulation in Athens One Cat at a Time

Too Many Cats, Not Enough Homes: Athens Area Humane Society Helps Overpopulation in Athens One Cat at a Time

"Blue Turtle, a stunning two-year old tortie cat, arrived at Athens Area Humane Society after…
May 2, 2025
Athens weekend preview: AAHS Kitten Shower, Athens Comedy Fest, StudioFest and more

Athens weekend preview: AAHS Kitten Shower, Athens Comedy Fest, StudioFest and more

The Red & Black — "Athens Area Humane Society will host its ninth annual Kitten…
May 1, 2025
Painting the town: The story behind Athens’ iconic bulldog statues

Painting the town: The story behind Athens’ iconic bulldog statues

The Red & Black — "Vibrant colors swirl on fiberglass material to create one of…
March 22, 2025
Techno Speakeasy Athens supports local community through raves and live music

Techno Speakeasy Athens supports local community through raves and live music

The Red & Black —While the similarities between a jazz lounge in the 1920s and…
March 12, 2025
AAHS to host free vaccination clinic Saturday, Feb. 8

AAHS to host free vaccination clinic Saturday, Feb. 8

The Red & Black — The Athens Area Humane Society will host a free vaccine…
February 5, 2025
Athens Area Humane Society offers Doggy Day Out Program

Athens Area Humane Society offers Doggy Day Out Program

The Red & Black — Athenians looking to volunteer in their community or just hang…
January 17, 2025
Athens Area Humane Society celebrates 125th anniversary with adoption deal

Athens Area Humane Society celebrates 125th anniversary with adoption deal

The Red & Black — Now celebrating their 125th anniversary, the Athens Area Humane Society…
November 22, 2024
Athens Area Humane Society to host free vaccine clinic Saturday

Athens Area Humane Society to host free vaccine clinic Saturday

The Red & Black — The Athens Area Humane Society will host a free vaccine…
November 22, 2024
Athens Area Humane Society’s ‘Mutt Strut’ wags tails

Athens Area Humane Society’s ‘Mutt Strut’ wags tails

The Red & Black — On Saturday, Oct. 26, Athens area dogs and their owners…
October 27, 2024
Athens Humane Society to host Mutt Strut, ‘Best’ in Show Dog Show

Athens Humane Society to host Mutt Strut, ‘Best’ in Show Dog Show

The Red & Black — On Saturday, Oct. 26, Athens Area Humane Society will host…
October 26, 2024
Athens Area Humane Society to give out free vaccines

Athens Area Humane Society to give out free vaccines

The Red & Black — On Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., the Athens Area…
October 21, 2024
Athens Area Humane Society to host free pet vaccine and microchip clinic

Athens Area Humane Society to host free pet vaccine and microchip clinic

Banks News Today — The Athens Area Humane Society will host a free pet vaccine…
October 17, 2024
Free vaccines for pet dogs and cats offered Saturday at Athens Area Humane Society

Free vaccines for pet dogs and cats offered Saturday at Athens Area Humane Society

Online Athens, Athens Banner-Herald — The Athens Area Humane Society will host a free pet…
October 17, 2024
UGA Students give back to Athens-Clarke County

UGA Students give back to Athens-Clarke County

The Red & Black — More than 500 University of Georgia students participated in Dawg Day…
September 24, 2024
Dawg Day of Service: UGA students bridge campus and community

Dawg Day of Service: UGA students bridge campus and community

The Red & Black — The University of Georgia’s fall “Dawg Day of Service,” the…
September 23, 2024
Hundreds of students serve the Athens community

Hundreds of students serve the Athens community

UGA Today — On Sept. 21, more than 500 University of Georgia students participated in Dawg Day…
September 23, 2024
Shocktoberfest, Beetlejuice and a Cat Video Festival

Shocktoberfest, Beetlejuice and a Cat Video Festival

Athens Banner-Herald — A compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos. Tickets are on…
August 29, 2024
The Athens Area Humane Society Turns 875 Years Old (in Dog Years)

The Athens Area Humane Society Turns 875 Years Old (in Dog Years)

Flagpole — The Athens Area Humane Society is 125 years old this year, making it…
July 31, 2024
How I ended up with a kitten

How I ended up with a kitten

Banks News Today — I had no plans to get another cat so soon after…
July 19, 2024
Athens Area Humane Society offers free vaccines to 200 pets

Athens Area Humane Society offers free vaccines to 200 pets

Athens Banner-Herald — The Athens Area Humane Society is hosting a free pet vaccine clinic…
July 19, 2024
Athens Area Humane Society to host free pet vaccine and microchip clinic

Athens Area Humane Society to host free pet vaccine and microchip clinic

Jackson Herald Today — The Athens Area Humane Society will host a free pet vaccine clinic…
July 16, 2024
Athens Area Humane Society to Host Free Pet Vaccine and Microchip Clinic

Athens Area Humane Society to Host Free Pet Vaccine and Microchip Clinic

Athens Area Humane Society to Host Free Pet Vaccine and Microchip Clinic Athens, Georgia (July…
July 15, 2024
Luna, 2024’s longest resident at the Athens Humane Society, adopted

Luna, 2024’s longest resident at the Athens Humane Society, adopted

Red & Black — On June 12, this year's longest term resident of the Athens…
July 8, 2024
5 things to do this weekend: Fireworks, Makers’ Market, Athens Showgirl Cabaret and more

5 things to do this weekend: Fireworks, Makers’ Market, Athens Showgirl Cabaret and more

Athens Banner-Herald — Though there's never a shortage of festivals, markets and other cultural happenings…
June 27, 2024
New Tunes from Shehehe, And More Music News and Gossip

New Tunes from Shehehe, And More Music News and Gossip

Flagpole — THE PUPS ARE DIGGIN’ IT: Fact is, Georgia summers are just too hot,…
June 26, 2024
Entangled Cat Cafe: Watkinsville Business Creates Interactive Feline Haven

Entangled Cat Cafe: Watkinsville Business Creates Interactive Feline Haven

Flagpole — The cat cafe craze has been long established in Asia, but the attraction—a…
May 23, 2024
Athens Area Humane Society to host free rabies vaccination clinic

Athens Area Humane Society to host free rabies vaccination clinic

The Red & Black — The Athens Area Humane Society will host a free rabies…
April 29, 2024
‘A lot to be learned’– ServeUGA provides students service opportunities outside UGA

‘A lot to be learned’– ServeUGA provides students service opportunities outside UGA

Red & Black — ServeUGA is an organization at The University of Georgia whose mission…
April 26, 2024
How Pets Affect Physical and Mental Health

How Pets Affect Physical and Mental Health

UGA Today — You won’t find the words “dog” or “cat” on a prescription bottle,…
April 17, 2024
New study offers promising results for both shelter cats and older adults

New study offers promising results for both shelter cats and older adults

American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) — The results of a recent study suggest that fostering…
March 6, 2024
Puppies and Yin Yoga event

Puppies and Yin Yoga event

Red & Black — The Puppies and Yin Yoga event was held at Fuel Hot Yoga…
February 26, 2024
Everyday Heroes: Dr. Amanda Calvird

Everyday Heroes: Dr. Amanda Calvird

Atlanta Journal Constitution — "Dr. Calvird, a veterinarian, is helping save the lives of underserved…
January 12, 2024
Comparing Overcrowding In Athens-Clarke County’s Animal Shelters

Comparing Overcrowding In Athens-Clarke County’s Animal Shelters

Grady Newsource — When the COVID-19 pandemic began, people were given stay-at-home orders. To cope…
December 4, 2023
5 Amazing Volunteer Organizations In Athens

5 Amazing Volunteer Organizations In Athens

Patch — Volunteering is a wonderful way to give back and get involved in your…
October 16, 2023
Local Athens animal services discuss Animal Pain Awareness Month

Local Athens animal services discuss Animal Pain Awareness Month

The Red & Black — Every September marks Animal Pain Awareness Month, which is dedicated…
October 6, 2023
The Amazing Acro-Cats “purrrform” for sold out crowds

The Amazing Acro-Cats “purrrform” for sold out crowds

The Red & Black —The Amazing Acro-Cats is a renowned circus ensemble of domestic cats…
October 3, 2023
‘A lot of cuteness’: Rescued beagles brought to Athens a year ago reunited at Humane Society

‘A lot of cuteness’: Rescued beagles brought to Athens a year ago reunited at Humane Society

Athens Banner-Herald — In Athens, calling out the dogs generally involves a Saturday afternoon, a…
August 28, 2023
Athens Area Humane Society Selected as International Project with Purpose Site

Athens Area Humane Society Selected as International Project with Purpose Site

Athens Area Humane Society Selected as International Project with Purpose Site Athens, Georgia (August 11,…
August 11, 2023
Athens Humane Society Opens the Betty White Bark Park

Athens Humane Society Opens the Betty White Bark Park

The Flagpole — Beloved actress and pop icon Betty White is still remembered fondly a…
May 24, 2023
Athens Area Humane Society to host annual Kitten Shower

Athens Area Humane Society to host annual Kitten Shower

The Red & Black — An event for all cat-lovers and friends of felines, the…
May 1, 2023
Athens Area Humane Society Building Agility Course to Honor Betty White

Athens Area Humane Society Building Agility Course to Honor Betty White

The Red & Black — In February, the Athens Area Humane Society will unveil their…
January 25, 2023
Athens News Matters: UGA Veterinary School and Humane Society Shelter Partnership

Athens News Matters: UGA Veterinary School and Humane Society Shelter Partnership

WUGA — In 2021, the UGA vet school and the Athens Area Humane Society partnered…
December 8, 2022
Athens Area Humane Society Unveils New Mural

Athens Area Humane Society Unveils New Mural

The Red & Black — A new mural by local artist David Hale was revealed…
December 8, 2022
Beagles Rescued from Breeding Facility for Medical Experiments go to Foster Care in Athens

Beagles Rescued from Breeding Facility for Medical Experiments go to Foster Care in Athens

Athens Banner-Herald — The doors to a van opened late Wednesday afternoon at the Athens Area…
December 8, 2022
It’s cat adoption month. Here’s what you need to know about finding a feline friend

It’s cat adoption month. Here’s what you need to know about finding a feline friend

Athens Banner-Herald — Anais was a stray cat, recently taken off the streets and living…
December 8, 2022
Athens Area Humane Society Hosts Fall Festival Adoption Event

Athens Area Humane Society Hosts Fall Festival Adoption Event

The Red & Black — From corgis and cotton candy to basketball toss and boradors,…
November 14, 2022
Athens Humane Society Unveils New David Hale Mural

Athens Humane Society Unveils New David Hale Mural

Online Athens | Athens Banner-Herald — The Athens Area Humane Society unveiled a new mural…
November 14, 2022
Pet Ownership as a UGA Student

Pet Ownership as a UGA Student

Pet Ownership as a UGA Student Apartments for Athens — "There are many properties that allow…
November 3, 2022
AAHS and UGA Partner to Meet Community Needs

AAHS and UGA Partner to Meet Community Needs

AAHS and UGA Partner to Meet Community Needs UGA Today - New Shelter Medicine Program…
October 13, 2022
Athens Area Humane Society Welcomes Dr. Amanda Calvird to its Growing Spay/Neuter Clinic and Wellness Center

Athens Area Humane Society Welcomes Dr. Amanda Calvird to its Growing Spay/Neuter Clinic and Wellness Center

Athens Area Humane Society Welcomes Dr. Amanda Calvird to its Growing Spay/Neuter Clinic and Wellness…
September 15, 2022
UGA’s College of Veterinary Medicine Shelter Medicine Program Adds New Faculty Member

UGA’s College of Veterinary Medicine Shelter Medicine Program Adds New Faculty Member

UGA’s College of Veterinary Medicine Shelter Medicine Program Adds New Faculty Member The University of…
July 11, 2022
AAHS Welcomes Two Veterinarians To Its Veterinary Clinic

AAHS Welcomes Two Veterinarians To Its Veterinary Clinic

Anticipating Growth, Athens Area Humane Society Welcomes Two Veterinarians to its Veterinary Clinic. Drs. Christina…
April 21, 2022
Jed Kaylor of the AAHS Receives Prestigious Certified Animal Welfare Administrator Credential

Jed Kaylor of the AAHS Receives Prestigious Certified Animal Welfare Administrator Credential

ATHENS, GA – Jed Kaylor, Program Director at the Athens Area Humane Society recently earned…
March 29, 2022
AAHS Recognizes Georgia Spay and Neuter Awareness Month

AAHS Recognizes Georgia Spay and Neuter Awareness Month

ATHENS, GA. In recognition of Governor Brian Kemp’s proclamation that February is Spay and Neuter…
February 1, 2022
AAHS Plans Celebration In Honor of Betty White’s 100th Birthday

AAHS Plans Celebration In Honor of Betty White’s 100th Birthday

ATHENS, GA - The Athens Area Humane Society announces that it will host a birthday…
January 17, 2022
Engenius received Silver w3 Award for Athens Area Humane Society website

Engenius received Silver w3 Award for Athens Area Humane Society website

Who's on the Move, UpstateBizSC - An Upstate digital marketing agency, Engenius, was presented with…
December 20, 2021
Doggie Determination – How AAHS Landed $2.2 Million in Gift Commitments in a Few Short Months

Doggie Determination – How AAHS Landed $2.2 Million in Gift Commitments in a Few Short Months

Turn Two Communications Planned Giving Accelerator program - AAHS quickly ran into a common dilemma…
December 6, 2021
A look at the Athens Area Humane Society’s new, expanded Mitchell Bridge Road facility

A look at the Athens Area Humane Society’s new, expanded Mitchell Bridge Road facility

Online Athens | Athens Banner-Herald  - The Athens Area Humane Society is now open for…
September 14, 2021
Athens Area Humane Society celebrates new location

Athens Area Humane Society celebrates new location

The Red & Black - After more than 15 years on Mars Hill Road, the…
September 11, 2021
Athens Area Humane Society holds grand opening for new facility

Athens Area Humane Society holds grand opening for new facility

Athens Banner-Herald  - Scenes from a ribbon-cutting ceremony and tour of the Athens Area Humane…
September 9, 2021
Athens Area Humane Society Moving into New Shelter

Athens Area Humane Society Moving into New Shelter

WUGA - The Athens Area Humane Society is expanding. The new shelter will officially open…
August 11, 2021
TNR Program Helps Manage Feral Cats

TNR Program Helps Manage Feral Cats

WUGA - About ten years ago, the Athens community was sharply divided, and rising tensions…
August 11, 2021
Athens Area Humane Society wants to know community members better, and have the community get to know the new us.

Athens Area Humane Society wants to know community members better, and have the community get to know the new us.

Five Points Living - At the Athens Area Humane Society, we want to get to…
August 1, 2021
Athens animal shelters see an increase in animal intakes

Athens animal shelters see an increase in animal intakes

Kaylor encourages the Athens community to get involved with the local shelters and ACC Animal…
June 28, 2021
Athens community turns to animal shelters for companionship during COVID-19

Athens community turns to animal shelters for companionship during COVID-19

The Athens community has found companionship through the adoption of pets due to spending more…
April 3, 2021
The Athens Humane Society Is Expanding, With Help From a Hiker

The Athens Humane Society Is Expanding, With Help From a Hiker

Shelter space for homeless pets is always at a premium, especially in Athens, so when…
March 26, 2021
Work begins on new Athens Area Humane Society facility

Work begins on new Athens Area Humane Society facility

The Athens Area Humane Society began construction this month on a new clinic and adoption…
November 6, 2020
Dr. Cook English Joins Athens Area Humane Society as Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Cook English Joins Athens Area Humane Society as Associate Veterinarian

The Athens Area Humane Society welcomes Dr. Cook English to clinical staff in advance of…
November 6, 2020
Athens Area Humane Society Bark & Brew

Athens Area Humane Society Bark & Brew

The Athens Area Humane Society hosted Bark & Brew on Sept. 12, 2020. The event…
November 2, 2020
How the Athens Area Humane Society is handling COVID-19

How the Athens Area Humane Society is handling COVID-19

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Athens Area Humane Society has worked to address the needs…
November 2, 2020
State agriculture department awards grants to AAHS

State agriculture department awards grants to AAHS

Almost a dozen animal shelters and humane societies in Northeast Georgia were among 150 facilities…
August 6, 2020