Oconee Regional Humane Society

We are dedicated to bringing people and adoptable animals together for lifelong relationships through rescue and adoption.  We are committed to reducing animal over population in our community through public outreach and low/no cost spay/neuter programs.

Important Announcement

Oconee Regional Humane Society is open by appointment only. 

If you are interested in one of our pets please contact us at  orhspets@gmail.com or 706-454-1508.

What does this mean?

  • All of our pets are still being cared for daily by staff and volunteers that are able to feed, clean and provide enrichment while following proper social distancing techniques to ensure their health and safety. 
  • Interested in adopting?  We can help with that!   Please go to our Adopt a Dog or Adopt A Cat pages which outline our new adoption process.
  • We are still here as a resource.  Please reach out to us if you are in need.  Orhspets@gmail.com  706-454-1508
  • Want to support pets in our community?  Click here to donate.

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About Our Shelter

ORHS works to end animal overpopulation and disease through an aggressive spay/neuter program for the pets of low-income residents in our community.  We know of no other community spay/neuter program that offers NO-COST surgeries for the pets of needy residents.

We help needy families feed and care for their pets, serve as advocates for animals and their people, and educate the public about compassion and responsibility toward all animals.

Our adoption center is a no-kill facility where all incoming animals accepted are evaluated, medically treated and rehabilitated when needed. ORHS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that does not receive any government funding and relies on the goodwill and generosity of individuals and corporations.

Featured Dog:  Smokey

This eight-year-old puppy is patiently awaiting his forever home. He lives life with a bounce in his step and appreciates the little things.

Smokey has been spending his days in foster care, spooning on the couch, gazing into the lake, and soliciting belly rubs. He takes belly rubs very seriously and will physically place your hand on the sweet spot!

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Featured Cat:  Fred

This sweet one year old young man was left behind by his family at a local campground.  Fred is a young adult that has been the most fun since coming to ORHS not that long ago.  He’s very playful and adjust quickly to new things and new surroundings.  The only thing we can find that Fred is not a fan of is young children.  He is looking for someone that loves to play, too, but also someone he can snuggle with at night.  What a true love bug!