Walker County Animal Shelter to Participate in Prison Dog Program

Front of the Animal Shelter building

The Walker County Animal Shelter and Walker State Prison will join forces in early 2023 to launch a new prison dog program. The program is designed to provide inmates with the opportunity to give back to the community by fostering and caring for homeless shelter dogs. In addition, inmates will learn a new skill set … Continue reading Walker County Animal Shelter to Participate in Prison Dog Program

Walker 180 for December 2022

Developers unveil plans for a new subdivision, the county teams up with the state for a new prison dog program, and connecting the Chickamauga Battlefield to Chickamauga... all ahead in this month's edition of Walker 180. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch the video version of this production. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed

Board of Commissioners Meeting Audio – 11-10-22

The following occurred at this meeting -Veterans Day Proclamation -Sewer Use Ordinance update -Transit Grant Application -Acceptance of Sheila Gail Lane as a public road -Animal Assistance Agreement with the Georgia Department of Corrections -October 2022 Stats -Appointment of new Police Chief SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this meeting. http://walkercountyga.gov/tag/podcast/feed

Walker County Animal Shelter to Hold Second Free Vaccination Clinic on April 30th

Animal Shelter Director, Emily Sadler explaining microchipping.

Chickamauga, GA - The Walker County Animal Shelter will hold an additional free pet vaccination clinic on Saturday, April 30th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. In order to encourage pet parents to keep their pets up to date on vaccinations, Petco Love has provided free pet vaccines to the Walker County Animal Shelter for … Continue reading Walker County Animal Shelter to Hold Second Free Vaccination Clinic on April 30th

Public Health Officials Confirm Walker’s First 2021 Animal Rabies Case

Rabies flyer

The following information comes from Northwest Georgia Public Health: LaFayette, GA - A skunk has tested positive for animal rabies, prompting public health officials to remind Walker County residents about the potential dangers of rabies and urge them to make sure their pets are vaccinated against the potentially deadly disease. This is the first confirmed … Continue reading Public Health Officials Confirm Walker’s First 2021 Animal Rabies Case

Walker County Low Cost Drive-Thru Rabies Clinics on May 23 & 30

An animal getting a rabies vaccine

LaFayette, GA - Walker County Extension and your local veterinarian have teamed up to provide low cost rabies clinics again in 2020. The dates are a little later this year due to COVID-19 and will feature drive-thru service. Protect your family from rabies by bringing your dog and/or cat to one of the locations listed … Continue reading Walker County Low Cost Drive-Thru Rabies Clinics on May 23 & 30

November Dates Added for Low Cost Pet Care Services

Staff from "My Kids Have Paws"

Rock Spring, GA – My Kids Have Paws will return to Walker County in November to host additional spay/neuter + walk-in vaccine clinics.  The Dalton-based clinic offers many common preventative shots at a low cost to the public. The My Kids Have Paws mobile clinic will set up shop at the Walker County Ag Center on Tuesday November 5th and Wednesday … Continue reading November Dates Added for Low Cost Pet Care Services

Walker County Promotes Special Adoption Pricing, Rabies Clinics to Raise Awareness About Pet Health Issues

Commissioner Whitfield with Milo at the Animal Shelter

LaFayette, GA – Walker County Sole Commissioner Shannon Whitfield hopes to raise awareness about the importance of responsible pet ownership. During his most recent meeting, Whitfield proclaimed April 30 through May 5 as “Pet Health Awareness Week” in Walker County. The week will be observed with special pricing at the Walker County Animal Shelter and … Continue reading Walker County Promotes Special Adoption Pricing, Rabies Clinics to Raise Awareness About Pet Health Issues

$25 for 25 Days Sweetheart’s Deal at the Walker Co. Animal Shelter

Dog with lipstick kisses on his face

Find the next love of your life at the Walker County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center. With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, take advantage of our $25 for 25 Days Sweetheart's Deal.   Now through February 15th, adopt a dog from us for just $25. Want a cat instead? Our frisky felines are just $14 during … Continue reading $25 for 25 Days Sweetheart’s Deal at the Walker Co. Animal Shelter

Wally’s Friends resumes low cost spay/neuter service for Walker County residents

Dogs and cats in crates after being spayed or neutered

Rock Spring – Wally’s Friends, a low cost, non-profit spay/neuter organization, will start offering transport services once again in Walker County. Pet owners in Walker County can now schedule an appointment for their dog or cat to be picked up at the Walker County Civic Center campus by the Agriculture building, transported to the clinic … Continue reading Wally’s Friends resumes low cost spay/neuter service for Walker County residents