Resources

Assistance for Pet Owners for Medical Care, Spay/Neuter, and more - Click Here

Please keep in mind that each organization is independent and has their own set of rules and guidelines. You will have to investigate each one separately to determine if you qualify for assistance.

Pet Food Pantries

Glynn County Animal Service's Pet Food Pantry is open any time our shelter is open. No appointment is needed.
Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia
Animal Refuge Foundation of Wayne County (ARF), Jesup, GA
Akin Memorial United Methodist Church, Hortense, GA

Bringing Home a New Pet

https://www.realtyhop.com/blog/guide-to-bringing-home-a-rescue-pet/
https://www.realtyhop.com/blog/introduce-new-pet-to-kids/
Pet Dangers & Poisons - Hazards to Your Pet's Health

Dog Behavior

Guide to Bringing a New Dog Home: https://bluemandog.org/new-dog-help/
Training Guidebooks & Directory of Trainers: Association of Pet Dog Trainers
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/dog-care/common-dog-behavior-issues
https://www.hillspet.com/dog-care/behavior-appearance/types-of-common-dog-behavio

Cat Behavior

Cats are sensitive to changes that often occur in a household. Here are some useful resources about cat behavior:

http://bestfriends.org/resources/cats/cat-behavior-problems-prevention
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/cat-care/common-cat-behavior-issues
Adopting an FeLV+ cat - Healthy living for a cat with Feline Leukemia Virus
Adopting an FIV+ cat - Healthy living for a cat with Feline Immunodeficiency Virus

Local Petsitters, Boarding & Temporary Pet Caregivers

Petsit.com
The Dog Stop
Underwood Pet Sitting
St. Simons Petsitting
The Dog Den
Golden Isles Animal Hospital
Island Animal Hospital
Petsitting & More
St. Simons Puppy Paradise
The Dog House
Yappy Days Pet Boarding

Resources for Rehoming Pets (skip the shelter!)

DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: Any advice provided by Glynn County Animal Services (GCAS) is for informational purposes only. Behavior and training advice and suggestions provided are not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a professional dog trainer or qualified animal behaviorist. GCAC expressly disclaims any and all liability, expressed or implied, with respect to the service and advice received. You should always consult your own veterinarian, pet behaviorist or other applicable professional for advice before making important decisions about your pet.