Jewish Atlanta Pets of 2025

The first place winner went to Cielo of Midtown. Oiro of Dunwoody came in second place. Third place went to Hannah of Brookhaven. Candle lighting Pancake, of Toco Hills, graces our cover this issue. Prizes are sponsored by Big Daddy Biscuits. Each winner’s owner will be contacted about prize delivery.

1st Place

Cielo
8.5-year-old Mix Siberian Husky
Hodaya Inbar Aharon of Midtown

Cielo’s superpower? Unlocking cages to set bunnies free — he believes all animals deserve playtime and no one should live behind bars!

2nd Place

Oiro
3-year-old Golden Retriever
Erica Plofsky of Dunwoody

Oiro is a true people dog. He will run up to any person willing to give him attention and lean his 90 pound frame on them while wagging his tail.

3rd Place

Hannah
8-year-old Chihuahua Jack Russell Terrier
Eileen Reuben & Rochelle Reuben of Brookhaven

She is Proud to be JEWISH! Looks at the TV and then at us to put on The Sunday Morning Show with Jane Pauley and she “sings” to the trumpets!

COVER WINNER

Pancake
4-year-old Mixed breed
Jennifer Friedman of Toco Hills

Pancake can let herself into the house by opening the door when she is done playing outside.

Anakin & Bella
16.5-year-old
Australian Labradoodles
Babz Jacoby-Fishman of Sandy Springs

Both pets are retired therapy dogs that went to schools and senior facilities, specifically memory care.

Bellaluna
3-year-old Parsons Russell Terrier
Deborah Singer of Sandy Springs

Very playful and friendly. She likes chasing the deer when we go to the country.

Boba
7-year-old Golden doodle
Lauren Gorvy of Sandy Springs

Sweetest, friendly, food and ball- motivated pup there is.

Casey
5-year-old Yorkshire Terrier
Jill Cohen of Buckhead

Casey loves to play ball and catches everything! Her idol is Ozzie Albies.

Ceci
4-year-old Lagotto Romagnolo
Tiffany Gelbaum of Dunwoody

Ceci is a mama’s boy who wants to love on everyone he meets. He spends his days chasing chipmunks in the backyard, taking walks with his people, pushing his “Play Outside” button, and protecting the house from bunnies and deer.

Chance
6-year-old Border Collie mix
Stacy Alexander Morris of Dunwoody

Chance is just the GDOAT! At least to us he is! Recognized throughout the hood and often seen with his head out the window eager to see people and other animals! He is our breath of fresh air!

Cocopuff
2-year-old Australian Labradoodle
Marilyn Arkin of Sandy Springs

Cocopuff loves car rides, playing on the beach, hiding her bones & play dates with her puppy friends.

Doozy
4-year-old Tabby
Martha Jo and Jerry Katz of East Cobb

Our bird and squirrel watcher kitty has many unique features. Her DNA shows Rag Doll, Maine Coon, and other exquisite breeds. A wonderful rescue bringing happiness to all.

Fozzie Yogi and Chip
14,12,19-year-old Bichon Frise
Marnie Levy of Smyrna

Known as the Three Bichon Brothers on social media. They have a following of 1,500+ Facebook and 6,500+ IG.

George
6-year-old Chihuahua
Tracy Dankberg of Dunwoody

George has an alligator’s mouth on a mosquito’s body. Funniest thing he does: takes something he knows he’s not supposed to, drops it, and looks up at us for his treat.

Guinness
8.5-year-old Miniature Poodle
Hallie Pinstein of West Midtown

Guinness is a miniature poodle with a refined demeanor and an unwavering love for his ball. Playful and energetic, he can happily engage in a game of fetch for hours!

Hudson
10-year-old Tuxedo
Charna Perloe of Virginia Highland

My formal name is Sir Hudson of the Highlands. My human keeps telling me how smart I am. I’ve been trained to do all kinds of tricks like shake, do a high 5, floppy over, and go outside on a leash.

Izzy
11.5-year-old Multi Poo
Marvin & Susan Boaz of Dunwoody

She is a great friend and companion. She loves walks, sleeping in, watching Animal Planet and new clothes.

J.J.
12-year-old Ausiedoodle
Ross Cooper of Sandy Springs

Call him Tom Cruise because he doesn’t age and no door is an impossible mission for him to get through.

Junebug and Lucinda
6-year-old Yellow Lab & Maltese, Shiatzu, Havana & Super Mutt
Jacquelyn Allen of Eastlake

Both dogs are rescues, Junebug came first then Lucy. They get along like sisters. Junebug is low key, she believes she is as small as Lucy and believes your lap is just for her. Lucy is sweet one moment and doing Zoomies (running around in circles as fast as she can with no where to go).

Kiki
10-year-old Morkie
Greg Smith of Sandy Springs

Plays nose soccer with Chuckie her ball.

Lacey
10-year-old Hound Mix
Rachelle Schaffer of Johns Creek

My constant companion; Follows me everywhere; Sits next to me as I work; Barks to let me know it is time for daily walk.

Maddie, Josie and Huckleberry
5,12,6.5-year-old
Australian Shepherds
Pam Williams of Toco Hills

We have the sweetest pack of Aussies and are always attacked with kisses. Maddie is the Mom of 128 puppies – two are Huck and Josie.

Maeve
3.5-year-old Schnauzer
Lauren Selby of Woodstock

My Mini Schnauzer is beyond amazing. She learned to jump in the air to catch frisbees, she decided to become a swimmer and her face just melts my heart. Maeve has a big fan club, she has personality and so much love.

Maisey
5-year-old Mixed breed
Jennie Kaufmanof Peachtree Corners

Maisey loves to open packages and always wants to cuddle & give kisses. Her favorite things to do are lay in the sun and play with her squeaky toys.

Matzo Ball
2-year-old Mutt
Lori Herman of Johns Creek

Matzo Ball is the most loving little guy around. He’s always down for a cuddle and loves splashing in any water he can get.

Mazel
6-year-old Puggle
Susanne Katz Karlick of Sandy Springs

Mazel is a loving, caring little girl who has many friends and caring neighbors.

Milo
18-month-old Terrier mix
Rhonda Povlot of Milton

Milo is very loving, snuggly and fun. His high energy has really gotten my husband and me out of the house going on multiple walks a day. He has an arch nemesis in the squirrel in the backyard. Milo makes us laugh. He is extremely happy to see us every time we come home. He wags his whole body not just his tail. As we are fairly new empty nesters, Milo has brought new energy into our home.

Mistee
7-year-old Yellow Lab Mix
Donna Goldenberg of East Cobb

Mistee is an amazing rescue dog who joined our family right before COVID. She has been the perfect companion ever since, bringing us so much love and joy. Mistee loves giving and getting kisses, and we can’t imagine our lives without her!

Moca
5-month-old Mixed-Breed Pupp
Lital Ahrfi of Midtown

Moka is a sweet and playful 5-month-old puppy who loves belly rubs, crunching on cucumbers, and going on walks especially with other dogs. She brings joy and wiggles wherever she trots!

Moosie
7-year-old Wheaton Terrier
Jodie & Steven Jackson of Sandy Springs

Moosie rolls over for treats & likes to go for boat rides in Blue Ridge.

Nala
Tabby cat
Stacy Blaiss of Johns Creek

Nala loves to pet and purrs so much – it’s so calming, like having a built-in stress reliever curled up next to me!

Oscar
7.5-year-old Cavachon
Dani Weiss of Decatur

Oscar is the friendliest, loudest and cuddliest companion. He makes all the squirrels run for cover.

Peachy Pony & Mink
8,9-year-old Havanese
Margie and Becca Good of Chastain Park

They are social butterflies who have never met a stranger. They love people!

Pete
10-year-old Flame Point Siamese Cat
Renay Blumenthal of Buckhead

Pete thinks he is a dog! He rolls on his back and waits for us to rub his belly, and brings us his toys – all while working us with his cute blue eyes!

Prince Leo
1-year-old Pekingese
Rebecca Glatzer & Tameeka Hunter of Atlanta

Very paternal —He “carries his suffed baby around in his mouth!”

Remy & Martin
3,2-year-old Toy Poodles
Heidi and Paul Lipman of East Cobb

They love to wear clothes and sleep on their backs.

Rider
2-year-old Giant Schnauzer
Diana Weitz of Alpharetta

This “adventure” package comes in 90 lbs of boundless energy with daily doting. When not posing for Instagram he is playing catch or parkour in the living room.

Rosie
18-month-old Havanese
Patty Small of East Cobb

She’s the sweetest girl ever. She loves her two older rescue brothers. She doesn’t miss bringing us her favorite toy every night before we go to bed.

Roxie
12-year-old Standard Poodle
Cecily and Fred Ross of Sandy Springs

We rescued Roxie seven years ago. Her favorite catch toy is her stuffed musical dreidel. Whenever she hears the dreidel song, she comes running to play.

Sammy & Maggie
9-year-old Mixed Breeds
Micah and Evan Staley of Brookhaven

Sammy and Maggie love walks and snuggles. They are sweet pups and love their new baby sister.

Sydney
6-year-old Chiweenie
Gerrie Schwartz of Dunwoody

He has ME so well trained!

Taco
4-year-old Canaan
Lorin & Anna Maugery of Toco Hills

We saved Taco from a refuge in Israel after he was apparently abused in Negev region (ears were cut at very young age). Taco is the most loyal and protective dog ever.

Teddy
8-year-old Maltese
Joyce Banner of Brookhaven

Teddy is my constant companion. He’s always by my side and keeps getting sweeter, cuter and smarter. He even helps me sort my tiles when I play mahjong.

Thomas and Edison
9,8.5-year-old dorky and schnauzer mix
Bonnie Besmertnik of Dunwoody

Thomas and Edison are our pride and joy. They love to be with their family. Thomas loves to play with his squeaky duck.

Winston
2.5-year-old Mini Golden Doodle
Eileen Shaw of Johns Creek

Winston is the most active doodle, loves going to Newtown Dog Park, has the ability to speak when asked, is friendly, good disposition, loves to dress up in a tuxedo, and loves “giving five.” He is a favorite pet in our household and a true companion to those who love him.