This page covers pet ownership, animal care trends, welfare initiatives and local adoption resources. Reporting follows the intersection of human and animal life across the city.
The new off-leash area in downtown Atlanta includes separate small and large dog sections and was delivered alongside a refreshed playground and accessibility upgrades.
Live Poll
Should your city spend public money on new dog parks?
Live Poll
Do you plan to visit the new panda exhibit at Zoo Atlanta?
The Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove, home to giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, is scheduled to welcome visitors on Friday, November 6, 2026.
Live Poll
Should the government compensate citizens for property seized during investigations even if charges are later dismissed?
A panel of judges evaluates whether the county owes compensation for animals seized during a dismissed 2016 cruelty case.
Authorities removed 44 animals and fish from a local home during a police search.
The board officially names Travis Burke as president and CEO following his tenure as interim leader.
Day to day, that means pet food safety alerts, local veterinary care standards, animal welfare initiatives and adoption trends. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Seasonal changes often affect adoption rates and the demand for outdoor pet care services throughout the area. Safety recalls and the evolving standards for veterinary treatment surface most frequently as the central points of interest.
