It's almost time for Mother's Day, and though we celebrate amazing moms everywhere, Fix Georgia Pets (FGP) remains steadfast in its mission to prevent Georgia's dogs and cats from repeatedly becoming mamas! Why? Because we rank 5th in the U.S. for euthanizing unwanted pets, including puppies and kittens.
Just in time for Mother's Day, Fix Georgia Pets is offering a unique way to pay tribute to a loved one or pet. A tribute donation is a meaningful way to recognize and acknowledge the people and pets who have had a profound impact on your life while helping to save the lives of companion animals in Georgia. It is truly a gift from your heart. Click herefor more information and to pay tribute this Mother's Day.
In this issue, hear about how we're spreading our message and 'tails' across Georgia to fight pet overpopulation through spay/neuter. We'll cover:
Post Spring Wine Fling Success + Pictures
Fix Georgia Pets at Paw Palooza in Ellijay, May 24th
Spay/Neuter Impact of FGP Pawtner in Coastal GA
Your ongoing support IS making a difference. So, stick with us! We've got more events on the horizon—and more success stories every month from every corner of Georgia.
With Gratitude,
The Fix Georgia Pets Team
Upcoming Events
May 24th: Paw Palooza 2025
Mingle with animal-supporting organizations like Fix Georgia Pets and MUSH Rescue in Ellijay on Saturday, May 24th. It's a perfect time to visit the North Georgia mountains to enjoy nature's beauty and wines at Engelheim Vineyards.
Paw Palooza is a family-friendly celebration of our four-legged friends that aims to benefit animal rescues and local businesses. There will be adoptable dogs, items for sale, swag, a magician, face painting, BBQ, live music, wine, beer, and more!
Tickets are free, but let friends know you'll be there and invite them to join with the link on our Paw Palooza page. The more the merrier—see you there!
Thank you to all who contributed to the success of our 3rd Annual Spring Wine Fling. In addition to doubling our success from the previous year, a good time was had by all. The weather paired perfectly with wine, spritzers, music by Lanre, and The Masters! Kudos to Kimberly Evans Photography for capturing the day with these amazing pictures.
Island Cats Feral Project (IFCP), based in Savannah/Chatham County, used our most recent grant to trap, neuter, vaccinate, and return (TNVR) a total of 60 community cats—at an average cost of just $55 per cat. Way to go, team!
As anyone working in TNVR knows, every cat has a story, and around every corner, there is another in need. On a recent TNVR, an IFCP volunteer took a wrong turn and spotted a yard full of cats. After a few kind conversations, the caretaker agreed to let them TNVR 28 cats—about 18 more than he estimated. Now, the entire area is safer and more stable. There's nothing like a Post-Surgery Release Video that says 'Success!' in preventing more unwanted litters.
But TNVR isn’t always about numbers. Sometimes, it’s just about helping one cat, like Macha. He is a feral cat being fed by Heather and her husband, Joe. They met an IFCP volunteer at Kroger and explained they couldn’t afford vet care. Heather is currently undergoing chemotherapy and the family is getting by on one income. IFCP stepped in, and Macha was safely neutered, giving this family one less thing to worry about.
Whether it’s 28 cats or just one, every life matters. The Fix Georgia Pets grant program makes this work possible, and Islands Feral Cat Project is just one of many hardworking FGP Pawtners across the state.
Help us support lifesaving work in all 159 Georgia counties.
Network of 53 spay/neuter partners spanning 142 of 159 Georgia counties.
*Estimate based on the average cost of spay/neuter surgery; actual costs vary by size, sex, and condition of the animal at the time of surgery.
About Us
We're on a mission to ignite a transformation in Georgia, one spay/neuter at a time. By funneling resources and grants directly to 'boots on the ground" heroes—the dedicated teams tirelessly battling pet overpopulation—we're not just saving lives but fostering a future where every pet in Georgia thrives. Join us in this crusade to end the cycle of euthanasia for healthy companion animals, because together, we can turn the tide and celebrate a new era of pet well-being in our state.
Did You Know?
The Georgia Pet Foundation's Buy a Tag, Save a Life program generates funds for our spay/neuter grants through specialty license tags, available at your local county tag offices throughout Georgia. Help us spread the word so we can deliver more funds to our 'boots on the ground' partners.
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