PALS Animal Alliance, helping dogs find their furever homes.

Established in 2013, PALS Animal Alliance (formerly Full Circle Rescue) has supported our local Carroll County Animal Shelter for over a decade.

Our mission is to improve the lives of animals at the Carroll County Georgia Animal Shelter through strategic support and community education—funding shelter needs, supporting foster and transport programs, and educating our community about adoption, responsible pet ownership and the importance of spay/neuter.

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While at the shelter, we want the animals to have the best experience we can offer. 

We want to help make their stay as short as possible. We cannot do this without you and your support.

Meet some of the adoptable dogs in Carrollton, Georgia.

Meet Houston

Houston is an almost 1 year old male Hound mix, whose friendly engaging personality is sure to win your heart! This affectionate lovebug will make a wonderful companion, always eager to join you for whatever the day brings - whether that’s a walk around the neighborhood, a jog through the park, or simply relaxing together at home. Playful and full of life, Houston loves chasing balls and has an endearing way of galloping with his front legs stretched out, showing off his joyful spirit. Houston also politely greets other dogs and enjoys running along the fence with nearby pups, showing signs that he is dog-friendly and social. Beneath his playful energy is a sweet, gentle side - he will gladly roll over for belly rubs and soak up all the affection you’re willing to give.

Hound

Meet Alvin

Alvin is an almost one year old male Lab/Pit mix with a happy-go-lucky personality that will keep you smiling from the moment you meet him. He has a sweet, friendly nature and truly loves being with people. There’s something incredibly endearing about his precious little grin - he gently bows his head as if humbly waiting for you to fall in love... and that’s exactly what happens. This joyful boy also has a playful spirit and enjoys greeting other dogs along the fence line, happily joining them for a fun run. Alvin is the total package - sweet, fun, affectionate, and full of love. All he is missing is a family to call his own. Come meet Alvin soon, and let this special boy fill your days with sunshine, laughter, and a lifetime of unconditional love.

Retriever & Pit bull mix
Shephard & Hound Mix

Meet Kelson

Kelson is a 1.5 year old male Hound/Shepherd mix who is the definition of a happy-go-lucky companion. With his easygoing personality and sweet, gentle nature, he’s the kind of dog who just makes life feel a little lighter. This handsome boy has a beautiful coat of rich browns and golden tones - and a smile to match his kind heart. He absolutely loves being with people and is happiest right by your side, soaking up attention and sharing his calm, friendly energy. Kelson does great on leash once he gets that initial burst of excitement out, then settles into a nice, enjoyable walk - perfect for exploring together. He also seems good with other dogs, greeting them politely, offering adorable play bows, and happily running along the fence to share in the fun

For all available dogs:

FAQ’s:

  • To meet the animals before adopting- please visit the shelter during their adoption hours.  There you will be able to see and meet all the adoptable animals at the shelter.  There are bonding areas to play with the dog and if you have dogs at home, we recommend you bring your current dogs to let them meet and make sure they would be great companions.  We have bonding areas for cats for you to play and get to know each other.  You can also visit Fur Babies Cat Cafe- 301 South St, Carrollton, GA.  Phone (678) 890 1860. They have a partnership with the Carroll County Animal Shelter - they offer only fully vetted, adoptable cats for you to visit, get to know and hopefully adopt. (All from the Carroll County Animal Shelter )

  • We will be posting information and photos  on our facebook page as well as on this website to keep people updated on all we are accomplishing! You can also tour the shelter to see all of this first hand. 

  • Please contact the animal shelter at 770 214 3590 to find out more about our relationship with the Carroll County Animal Shelter, how we have helped in the past and our plans to support them in the future.   You can reach out to Jill Pierce- by emailing her at palsalliance@gmail.com. She will be happy to answer any questions you may have .

  • Adoption fees are $50 for dogs and $50 for cats ( since cats do so much better with a friend, the shelter offers adopt one for $50, the second adoption is free)


  • The adoption fees covers, micro chip, spay/neuter, deworming, flea treatment and being fully vetted to age (all shots that can be given based on how old they are)


  • Adoptable Pets of Carroll County Facebook page and Petfinder.com.

  • Call Carroll County Animal Shelter if during hours at (770) 214-3590 and if after hours call Carroll County Animal Control at (770)-834-8150.

    They will walk you through the process of helping the owner’s find their dog and taking them to the proper shelter.

    If you are able to keep the dog at your home, while the owner is found, that is an option to keep them out of the shelter, otherwise animal control will come pick it up.

    Rescues and foster dog parents cannot take a dog in until it has properly gone through the channels of the shelter.

    Find more information here.

  • Please call the Carroll County animal shelter at 770-214-3590 to see if your pet has been brought in. Also the use of social media is helpful as well.

    Check out the Carroll County, Ga lost and found pets Facebook page as well.

Ways you can help

Financial Donations

None of the work we do is possible without your gracious financial donations! Thanks to your support and donations we are able to build more runs, build shelters, supply basic needs for the shelter and help provide surgery equipment and spaces for more spays and neuters!

You can donate through our Venmo or Bank transfer on our donations page, and can see more of what your donations have helped do for our four legged friends!

Volunteering at the shelter

The Carroll County Animal Shelter always needs volunteers! And A lot of our hands on projects need extra them as well. Carrollton has lots of events in the city that we like to bring the adoptable dogs too, and volunteers are needed for these.

You can also foster dogs and cats to help them find forever homes, or you can take a dog out for a day and take them around town to meet people and get out of their kennel, take a nice walk, and more!

Adoption Success Stories/Volunteer Reviews

  • A lot of my volunteer time is spent walking dogs, which helps them physically, mentally and socially. All of the dogs benefit from this and then show much better for adopters. It also allows me to know key information and lovable traits about each dog, so that I can help adopters find a good match that works for everyone involved - humans and dogs. In addition, I help coordinate dog adoption events by working with shelter staff and other volunteers.

    I also work on a lot of “advertising” for the wonderful pups we have by making cage tags and binder sheets for each dog, so adopters can browse through key info when at the shelter. Plus I write dog bios that another volunteer posts onto PetFinder and AdoptaPet, and I also help with Facebook posts and write the Pet of the Week features for the Times-Georgian. Basically, I try anything that helps get the word out about the “hidden gems” at the shelter waiting for their forever family.

    Overall, we have an incredible team of highly dedicated volunteers. Each of us brings our own unique skills and ideas on how to help, and we each feel truly rewarded by the joy we see on every dog and cat’s face. And even more rewarding is to see one of our “hidden gems” get adopted and go to a loving home.

  • I adopted Maxx years ago (he was a Rockstar) from the shelter.  He worked at Cheers the liquor store every day.  He was recognized at fast food drive throughs, embraced with incredible LOVE by the  Bowdon Vet…. As he struggled and did all we could to keep him comfortable til the end.  My heart was beyond broken, this animal was amazing.  He was a picture on Facebook, just as Blaise was.  I knew the moment I looked into those brown eyes…. I was coming to get you as soon as I could and bring you home.  Maxx was the best family member I’ve ever known.  I miss him every day still.  Then there’s Blaise… I’m pretty sure Maxx knew I needed him. Blaise is so much like Maxx.  I don’t know how I got so blessed with two amazing children from the Carroll County Animal Shelter.  I say  Children, cause that’s how they should and are treated with me.  Jill, you’re an Angel without wings. Posting the picture of Blaise … looking sad, changed both of our lives.  It’s big love between us.  Please consider adopting from Carroll County Animal Shelter.  I’ve been beyond Blessed Twice.  Blaise is sincerely living his best life.  Be that Heart.

  • I currently foster dogs at from the CCAS along with volunteering at shelter.  I started fostering last year during a deep freeze - taking (2) 6 month old dogs home.  Within 2 days upon returning to shelter - both were adopted ( to the same home ).  I was able to inform the potential adopter all about those wonderful pups which really helped them with the adoption decision.

    I have had 12 fosters since last January - only my last dog which just returned Tuesday 1/27 remains at the shelter and awaiting adoption.

    It doesn’t take an enormous amount of time as you may think.  I have 5 animals of my own -and a family - so once you get into a routine - it works wonderfully.  Recently,  I read an article that stated shelters that utilize a foster program have 30% more adoptions than those that don’t have a foster program.  Amazing percentage!

    Fostering is rewarding for you as well as beneficial to the dog/ cat - knowing you can increase their chance of adoption by providing useful information to potential adopters!

    It really does make a difference ! I’ve seen the results first hand !

Resources for pet owners:

You can find more information for pet owners at the Carroll County Humane Society website as well.

For cat adoptions and available cats click here