Animal Rescue and Adoption in Kennesaw, Georgia


Adoptions held every Saturday at the Barrett Parkway PetSmart

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Please come see us:
  • Every Saturday, 11:30 - 4:00 at PetSmart on Barrett Pkwy just west of I-75
  • 1st and 3rd Sundays each month, 11:00-4:00 at PetCo on Barrett Pkwy between I-575 and Bells Ferry, in Town Center Prado shopping center
  • 2nd and 4th Sundays each month, 11:00-4:00 at PetSmart in Acworth next to Best Buy, (subject to change, please call 770-325-7390 to confirm)

The shelter is NOT open to meet the dogs during the week. Please see the schedule and locations above to meet our dogs.

Our pet adoption fee is $175 and includes spay/neuter, micro-chipping, all shots up to date and all dogs over 6 months old tested for heartworm. Download our Adoption Application

A Mostly Mutts representative is available to speak at your organization. We are available to Scouts, School Clubs, Religious organizations, and all other groups.

Contact
The address below is mailing address only.
2774 N. Cobb Parkway, Suite 109-189, Kennesaw, GA 30152
phone: 770-325-PETS

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News

04.24.2009: T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, and Hoodies
Thanks to our new sponsor, Commercial Equity Parntership, we are now have some very impressive clothing items.

They make fantastic gifts for... Read More

03.06.2007: Stop LITTERing, Spay/Neuter Campaign Luncheon
We are very excited to announce that we kicked off the Stop LITTERing, Spay/Neuter Campaign.  We had two luncheons at Chattahoochee Tech Culinary School.  A tremendous thank you to Chef... Read More

Information

Training Tips - Regression
Was your dog potty trained, and now he's not?
Did she listen to you and now she won't?
This is called 'regression' and it's to be expected.

Why do dogs regress?
Once you think your dog is totally potty trained,... Read More

Training Tips - Chew on This
There are a few things that we can guarantee a puppy will do and that is to pee, poop, eat and chew.

Do not punish.  Teach them what they are allowed to chew on and never punish them for chewing.

Make a toy... Read More

Training Tips - Teach, Don't Punish
Our biggest fear of adopting a dog is that the family hits or kicks the dog when it misbehaves.  This is unacceptable.  Training a dog takes a lot of patience and consistency.  Teach them, don't punish them and NEVER use your hands or... Read More

Training Tips - Introducing a New Pet
PREPARATION:
Know where your new dog will spend their days and nights before you bring them home.
 
Work on solidifying your obedience with your dogs at home so you can control them when introducing them to a new dog. Read More

Training Tips - Teach a Dog to Make Good Decisions
Remember: A behavior that is rewarded will be repeated.
 
Initially, do not talk to or touch a dog when training.
 
Ex:  Pushing the rear end down into a "sit" is YOUR decision.  You want to... Read More

Training Tips - Loose Lease Walking
Goal:  To teach your dog that they never walk in front of you. It's REALLY simple. 
 
You will need a 10 foot or longer leash or rope.
 
*  Hold the leash in your hand and place your hand on... Read More

Anxiety in Dogs
Over time, it is possible for your dog to develop anxiety about certain things such as water, storms, fireplaces, other dogs, etc. Many dogs, some who have been neglected by a previous owner, can develop an intense fear of being left alone -... Read More

Heartworm Prevention
Heartworm prevention, along with regular vaccinations, is one of the most important things you can do to keep your pet healthy and happy.

Heartworms are transmitted via mosquitos that bite an infected dog and digest heartworm larvae... Read More


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