A North Georgia animal rescue organization stated they might be forced to euthanize over 70 dogs by Friday, February 27th, if they do not receive urgent placement commitments from licensed rescue groups.

Cause: Large-Scale Animal Hoarding Incident

According to God Only Knows Animal Rescue, the overcrowding stems from an ongoing animal hoarding investigation, primarily involving hounds and mixed-breed dogs of various sizes and ages.

The facility is licensed to house a maximum of 40 animals, but currently has only 11 empty kennels. This sudden influx of dogs has pushed the center far beyond its legal capacity and disrupted daily animal control operations.

The organization stated they cannot continue to hold these dogs past the deadline because they need empty kennels to fulfill their mandated municipal duties.

"This is a genuine plea for help. We are not equipped to care for such a large number of dogs," a representative from the organization said.

Urgent Needs: Space and Funding

The dogs, though reportedly fed, were kept in "cramped kennels." The center stated they need space to decompress, which the current facility cannot provide.

The center is appealing for donations to cover costs:

  • Vaccinations
  • Flea and tick treatment
  • Health certificates
  • Transportation

Public support can be sent via PayPal: admin@thecoulterfarm.com

Or mail to: God Only Knows Animal Rescue, PO Box 725, Chatsworth, GA 30705

Priority for Licensed Rescue Organizations

The center encourages licensed rescue organizations—capable of taking three or more dogs—to contact them via Facebook Messenger or visit the facility directly.

Several litters of puppies are currently not eligible for public adoption and require immediate transfer to licensed rescue organizations, including:

  • One Red Heeler mother and her 4-week-old litter
  • 5 German Shepherd mix puppies
  • 3 Boxer mix puppies
  • 10 Staffy mix puppies

The center emphasized: "Space is the deciding factor. Without placement commitments, we will be forced to euthanize."

The incident raises concerns about overcrowding at animal shelters in the North Georgia region.