Heard County Animal Control is a rural animal control in Franklin, GA. The animal control has limited space with little publicity. This page has been created to bring attention to the dogs who are often overlooked in this rural area.

FRANKLIN, HEARD COUNTY, GA (60mi SW of Atlanta, GA):

8 Dog Runs
All dogs are listed as URGENT due to this facility not being a no-kill shelter at this time

-All dogs are vaccinated with DHLPP and dewormed on intake as of 2/13/17

-Strays have a 3 DAY stray hold plus 14 DAYS (17 days total) to be adopted, rescued, or reclaimed

-Owner turn-ins (OTI) are available once signed to facility - 14 Days total to be adopted or rescued

-Exceptions for health or behavior issues and court cases

-Rescues will need to place holds before the end of the total period and pick the dog up from the facility by that date

Heard County ACO Hours
Mon, Tues, Thurs: 8:30-12:00, 1:00-5:00 EST
Wed: 8:30 -12:00 EST
Fri: 8:30-12:00, 1:00-4:00 EST
Sat: 8:30-12:00 EST
Sun & Holidays: CLOSED
Fax: 706-675-3572

Visit the shelter at 11810 Hwy 100N, Franklin, GA.
*IF GPSING FACILITY: ENTER 11820 TO NOT BE LED ON A WILD GOOSE CHASE BY YOUR GPS SYSTEM.