Gwinnett Humane Society is a non-profit, charitable organization founded in 1979. We strive to promote animal welfare, to prevent cruelty to animals, and to reduce pet overpopulation by educating the public regarding the humane treatment of animals and responsible pet ownership, encouraging the spaying and neutering of companion animals, and encouraging adoption of companion animals. Gwinnett Humane Society does not operate a shelter and receives no government funding; we rely solely on donations from individuals and companies to support our programs and on volunteers who donate their time and energy to carry out our mission.