Pets all across the region were adopted as part of the annual Clear the Shelters event. For little to no cost at all families were able to adopt pets from many different shelters.
This year's nationwide Clear the Shelters adoption event will be held August 17. People across South Georgia will be able to adopt pets with little or no fees.
Mitchell County animal shelter leaders are encouraging all pet owners to keep them hydrated and in cool areas during the dangerous heat. They said heavy panting is a sign your pet is overheated.
Dog owners are being warned about the dangers of toxic blue-green algae after three dogs in North Carolina died within hours of exposure to the harmful algae bloom.