PAWS Atlanta, a DeKalb County animal welfare group, has launched a new program that seeks to match senior pets with older owners.

The group, formerly known as the DeKalb Humane Society, is discounting adoption fees to $60 for anyone over 60 years old who adopts a pet that is 6 years old or older.

More information and to view available animals: www.pawsatlanta.org.

Featured

Managing Partner at Atlantica Properties, Darion Dunn (center) talks with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens during a tour following the ribbon cutting of Waterworks Village as part of the third phase of the city’s Rapid Housing Initiative on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025.
(Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez