About Sissy(RM)

Sissy has struggled to since her arrival mid-March to feel secure that new people will not hurt her. As staff/volunteers socialize with her to build confidence, she may retreat from visitors and prefer to observe from a safe distance until feeling more sure of them. This is not unusual behavior for dogs with backgrounds that were not nurturing. Sissy is learning and would do well if someone will give her the chance to blossom. It takes courage to trust and Sissy needs for someone to bring joy into her life. Sissy came into the shelter from Animal Control with brother Dexter who was adopted. She is 1 year old. Sissy arrived March 15, 2018 at age 9 months. Adoption fee $100. More photos below in Comments. Her photo in Comment 1 shows her peeking around the corner and observing from a distance until she feels it is safe to meet this new person holding a camera that is pointed at her. Please address any questions to the office at 706-865-4135. The approval process can take 1 to 3 days and for anyone traveling a distance to meet a dog/cat, it is suggested that the process be done first so that the applicant will know if they are approved to adopt. If you can provide a safe indoor home, submit an application online or at the shelter after a get acquainted visit. Application can be submitted online at: https://www.charlessmithgallhumanesociety.org/page/dog-adoption-application . The online form may generate a ' Fatal Error' message after submission which is to be ignored. It is a system glitch and the submission HAS gone through. Adopters must complete an approval process which involves a reference check with current/recent vet, a call to landlord if renting and a brief home visit if located in the immediate area. Those who are not in a nearby community will have a virtual home visit. Out of state adoption is allowed. Adopters MUST come to the shelter to transport their new family member home. Charles Smithgall Humane Society (CSHS) is a No kill shelter. Animals remain in care for however much time is necessary to find a safe and appropriate home. Resident animals are primarily owner relinquished and also accepted from local Animal Control facilities. The facility usually is operating at capacity with a list of animals waiting for space to open. Adoption hours are Thurs Fri 1-4, Sat 10-4 and Sun 1-4. Closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Location: 4823 Helen Hwy. 75N, Sautee, GA 30571, Phone: 706-865-4135 Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smithgallhumanesociety/ The shelter is located in Sautee about 3 miles south of the alpine town of Helen in northeast GA.

White County
Sautee, Georgia 30571