Georgia Pet Foundation was established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in April 2016 when Governor Deal signed legislation approving our specialty license tag. 

In 2025, almost 30,000 pets were euthanized due to overpopulation and lack of space in overcrowded shelters.  Since COVID, the dumping of companion animals has increased dramatically.

In addition to the Georgia Pet Foundation license plate program, we also focus on public education initiatives to increase community awareness of the benefits of spaying and neutering Georgia’s pets.

By purchasing a “Georgia Pet Foundation license plate”, you help fund free and/or low-cost spay/neuter programs across the state.

Georgia Pet Foundation is not a shelter or rescue. However, below are some links for assistance:

• County Animal Shelters – links by county 
• AnimalShelter.org – Great resource of GA shelters, Veterinarians, Kennels, Adoptable Pets
• Georgia Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA) – Pet owner resources for locating a veterinarian or specialist