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Puppies and dogs in Knoxville, Tennessee

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Knoxville, Tennessee. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Stella

Whippet Chihuahua

Female, Adult

Corryton, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

We rescued Stella from Union County Humane Society back in Nov. 2017. She was just a couple months old at the time and living with mostly cats at the shelter. We brought her home and she has been a great addition to our family . She is shy and sweet and loves attention. I think she is best suited for a single dog household . She is an active dog and loves walks and playtime. We are wanting her to go to a very loving family who will treat her like a daughter. She has never been crated and wouldn’t want that for her.If you need to crate please look elsewhere. She also sits on the sofa with us and sleeps with us. I’m sure she could be trained to sleep in a dog bed and sit on the floor but she is very clean and we have no problem giving her run of the house. We have a fenced yard and will walk her on leash around the block. We NEVER let her wander on her own. She does get anxious when we go to work but she just sits on the sofa waiting for us to come home.

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ADIRI

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 2 yrs 9 mos

Knoxville, TN

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Adira was found running at large in Memphis and was subsequently brought to a veterinary clinic by a kind MPD Officer. She was severely emaciated and scared. “Addie” as she has come to be known, quickly made herself at home at her Foster’s farm while she gained weight and recuperated. She is now around 65 pounds and estimated to be 2-3 years old. Addie loves to play ball, go on long walks through the woods, run, ride in cars, and snuggle. She is wonderful for baths, tolerates nail trims, and more than anything, just wants to be anywhere her human is. Although she is high energy when the opportunity presents itself, Addie would make a suitable apartment dog for someone who works from home. Her foster family works from home and she spends the entire workday snuggled on her bed beside her foster mom while she works. Addie is kennel trained, but she is a large dog and would not be suited for kenneling all day while family or individual works. Addie will do best with an active lifestyle and plenty of time for play. She does need to be the only dog as she is an alpha female and does not share her humans or her territory. Addie is deeply loyal and very protective. She is friendly to new people if her person is friendly to them. Once adopted she will travel via private transport Rescue Vet (transport cost is $160.00) to a location closest to you. If you would like to make this wonderful girl part of your family please follow the link below to our application. https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9

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RUFUS

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos

Knoxville, TN

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Good ole Rufus Thomas. Rufus has a MAJOR LOVE for humans. Rufus is up to date on shots and flea/tick preventives and he is neutered. He has so much love to give his happiness can light up a room! Rufus does great with other dogs and would love a playmate to match his energy. The foster’s cats walk right by him without a second thought so he must not put off any aggressive energy. He has been in his foster home for over a month is around his foster’s chidren and other pups.Rufus is approximately 2 years old. Here is a list of his pros: • Update to date with shots • Neutered • House trained. • Loves other dogs. • Great around kids Our transport heads to the north east every week. RescueVet transport goes all the way up to Rhode Island, delivering fur friends to their forever homes. If you’d like to make this handsome fella part of your family, please follow our link below to fill out an adoption application. https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9

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JAX

German Shepherd Dog Rhodesian Ridgeback

Male, 10 mos

Knoxville, TN

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Everyone meet Jax! This super sweet shy guy is one amazing pup with a huge heart. Jax is going to need someone very patient with him. He needs time to adjust. That’s all he needs is time and patience. He’s timid initially, but once warmed up, he steals the show and your heart at the same time. He would probably do better with someone with another dog. Jax is great with other dogs and puppies and they help him feel more comfortable which allows him to come out of his shell quicker. He loves walks and car rides!!! Jax has fostered with two of our fosters here in Memphis and they would both be happy to give you a little more information about him. We can’t wait to find him a wonderful home of his own so he can settle in and adjust for good. Once adopted, Jax will travel via RescueVet Transport to his new family. They travel each and every weekend from Memphis, Tennessee to the north east, delivering pups along the way as far north as West Greenwich, Rhode Island. Transport is an additional $185. If you would like to make this amazing guy part of your family please follow the link below to our adoption application. Our turnaround time is typically less than 24 hours so please be prepared before you submit your application. https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9

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PEPPER

Great Dane Boxer

Female, 7 mos

Knoxville, TN

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

What an adorable little firecracker !! FULL of personality and afraid of nothing! She is confident, curious, LOVES the water and her baby pool. Often times she's the only one willing to get in. LAMAREY lives to be with other dogs and especially adores her humans. She is literally always happy! You cannot rain on her parade! She is kennel trained and almost house trained! She is a joy to have as part of our foster family. LAMAREY is with me in my home in Memphis, Tn. Once adopted , she will travel via Rescue Vet Transport to her new forever family. Once an application has been submitted and approved , I would be happy to speak with you and tell you all of the wonderful things about her ! You will find our volunteer team to be very responsive so please refrain from submitting an application until you are ready to welcome a new forever family member. Transport runs each weekend, leaving Memphis Tennessee Friday morning around 6 AM at which time they start a group chat with the two drivers and all the adopters who have a A Pet on board. Transport is an additional $185.

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SOCKS

Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Schnauzer (Miniature)

Male, Puppy

Knoxville, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet SOCKS! 🐾 Just absolutely adorable. We have a male and female very similar and siblings. These two will steal your heart and run off with it. They have the bubbliest of personalities and just loved to be held. They will brighten up even the darkest of days. Winter is coming and everyone needs a snuggle bunny to chill out on the couch with. SOCKS is waiting on you! 🏡 They are approx. 7 wks old, full of energy and life and ready to shower you with lots of cuddles. Might one of these be your new best friend? 💖 Personality: SOCKS is every bit of typical puppy, goofy and playful. They can definitely wear themselves out playing and rough housing until they crash for long puppy naps. Both are great with all people and other dogs and would do great in a home where someone has time and patience to teach them all kinds of social skills and tricks. SOCKS is going to be great family companion and they are ready to be welcomed into your heart and home! 🏡 Ideal Home: SOCKS would do great in a family that has space to roam and explore, and maybe even another doggy sibling to make friends with. She would also be fine as a single pup. If you looking for a life long companion and friend this little doll is perfect for you. If you’re ready to give SOCKS a lifetime of belly rubs, treats, and a cozy bed, please reach out! Let’s find these sweet pups their forever home they deserve. 🐶💕 Once adopted Socks will travel via the Rescue Transport to their new family. They travel each and every weekend from Memphis, Tennessee to the north east, delivering pups along the way as far north as West Greenwich, Rhode Island. Transport is an additional $185. If you would like to make one of these cuties part of your family please follow the link below to our adoption application. Our turnaround time is typically less than 24 hours so please be prepared before you submit your application. https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9

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Dog shelters and rescues in Knoxville, Tennessee

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Knoxville, Tennessee. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Blind Dog Rescue Alliance - TN

Knoxville, TN 37901

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Pooches On the Move Pet Rescue--TN

Knoxville, TN 37901

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

RescuesForJoJo

Knoxville, TN 37918

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Open Hearts Animal Rescue

Knoxville, TN 37917

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Shizzy's Doggy Haven

Knoxville, TN 37917

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Save A Bully Rescue

Knoxville, TN 37917

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Rustic Rover

Knoxville, TN 37924

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals

Rescue

Australian Shepherds Furever - Knoxville, TN Chapter

Knoxville, TN 37914

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Lytle Animal Care & Control - TN transport

Knoxville, TN 37902

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Central Veterinary Hospital

1212 W. Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Puppies and dogs in Knoxville, Tennessee

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