Athens Area Humane Society
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Athens-Clarke County
Comparing Overcrowding in Athens-Clarke County’s Animal Shelters
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, people were given stay-at-home orders. To cope with the loneliness, many Americans adopted a pet. However, as COVID-19 restrictions were lifted and online work became restricted, some pets were returned back to shelters, leading to high intakes. Shelters across the nation have reported return…
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Athens-Clarke County
Hurricane Florence Evacuees Can Find Shelter Just Outside Athens
Hurricane evacuees are finding shelter just outside of Athens. Fort Yargo State Park is one of many state parks accepting evacuees and their pets. Julia Autry, the park manager, said they are expecting evacuees to begin arriving as the hurricane heads closer to land. Explore Georgia, which promotes tourism, tweeted Tuesday that…
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Athens-Clarke County
Classic City Brew Fest Raises Money for Animals
Athens, GA — Athens is on the cutting edge of the newest brewing trend — craft beers. This past weekend the 18th annual Classic City Brew Fest gave people a chance to sample hundreds of the unique beers, but there was more to the event than the taste of ales…
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Athens-Clarke County
Pitbull Attacks Child
Athens, Ga– The father of a little boy attacked by a pitbull last week says he never saw this coming. Reporter Hannah Patrick said, “Exactly. They trusted the dog. His son Dominic knew the dog for 2 years prior to this attack. He did not want to do an on…
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Athens-Clarke County
Local Tattoo Event Raises Money For Humane Society
Athens, Ga.– Pain and Wonder Tattoo and the Athens Area Humane Society are teaming up today for “Get Inked for the Animals.” This is the second time the two have paired up for the event. Their goal is to raise money for animals for adoption and awareness on the importance…