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Small Breed Rescue of East TN

Dog rescue in Knoxville, TN

Small Breed Rescue of East Tennessee, Inc. (SBRET) is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to finding forever homes for displaced or abandoned small breed dogs. We are also dedicated to educating the public about pet overpopulation, the benefits of spaying/neutering, and the horrors of puppymills.

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P.O. Box 22482
Knoxville, TN 37933
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Adoptable pets at Small Breed Rescue of East TN

We'll also keep you updated on Taco's adoption status with email updates.
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Taco

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Knoxville, TN
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Kia

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Knoxville, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Raven's adoption status with email updates.
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Raven

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, Young
Knoxville, TN
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Rescue FAQs

East Tennessee area

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Take the Pet Home
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

All our dogs are spayed or neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, receive heartworm/flea prevention, have dental cleaning when required and medical care. Our adoption fees help cover these expenses but we also rely heavily on donations.

https://sbret.com/donations.htm

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We'll also keep you updated on Fruitcake's adoption status with email updates.
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Fruitcake

Great Pyrenees/Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs
Knoxville, TN
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Dusty Leigh

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
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Danica Shardae Kentucky4461

Boston Terrier

Female, Young
Maryville, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Henry's adoption status with email updates.
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Henry

Greyhound

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Knoxville, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Boo's adoption status with email updates.
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Boo

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Knoxville, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Otto's adoption status with email updates.
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Otto

Australian Cattle Dog/Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 mos
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