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Puppies and dogs in Shelbyville, Tennessee

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Shelbyville, Tennessee. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Chicca's adoption status with email updates.
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Chicca

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Shelbyville, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This is Chicca, a sweet and energetic 5-year-old chihuahua mix looking for her forever home. She is very alert and playful. Loves cuddles and car rides. Great companion dog. Has done well with my kids and large male dog. Takes a little time to warm up at first, but once she trusts you, she is very loving. I've had her for about 3 months. Her previous owners relocated. If you are interested, please message me.
We'll also keep you updated on Sobble's adoption status with email updates.
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Sobble

Mountain Cur

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Shelbyville, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We are a first come, first serve only facility. Please call us at 931-684-6552 immediately if you have any questions!
We'll also keep you updated on Samson in TN's adoption status with email updates.
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Samson in TN

Dachshund

Male, Adult
Shelbyville, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.When you adopt 1 you save 2. The one you adopt and the one you make room for! CITY, STATE:  Knoxville, TN NAME:  Samson AGE:  7 ½ yrs   (DOB 07/29/18) SEX:  Male WEIGHT: 15 lbs. COLOR:  Red Boar COAT:  Smooth UP TO DATE:  Yes SPAYED/NEUTERED:  Yes     DATE:  11/24/25 DHPP:  Yes             DATE:  11/24/25 RABIES:  Yes         DATE:  09/18/25 (3 yr) TAG NUMBER:  038669 ADOPTION FEE:  $375 + $25 microchip fee HOUSETRAINED:  Working on it but is good with a doggie door or a schedule CRATE TRAINED:  Yes LEASH TRAINED:  working on it and doing very well FENCED YARD NEEDED:  Yes SPECIAL NEEDS:  No HOME W/ SMALL CHILDREN: No, small children would scare him possibly children 10 years of age or over HOME W/ OTHER DOGS:           MALE:  Yes         FEMALE:  Yes HOME W/ CATS:  Yes MICROCHIP BRAND and #:  AKC ReUnite  956000005940679 MONTHLY HEARTWORM DATE:  17th of each month FOSTER HOME:  Cathy,  allamericandachshundrescue@gmail.com RESCUE #:  2025-11-15-01 BIO UPDATE (12/28/2025):  Are you ready for a project? Samson knew nothing about being a pet before coming to us. He was used just for stud and never held, cuddled, or loved. Everything is new to him, every sight, sound, or person. If you are chosen it will be your goal to make him the pet he should have been 7 yrs ago. Are you up to the challenge, please help him. The look in his eyes tells us he wants to be loved and to trust but it will take time and patience.   Samson is doing great in his foster home with the cat and dachshund foster siblings.  He is walking well on his leash and enjoys his walks around the neighborhood with the big dogs.  Samson is working hard on his potty training and is doing well if kept on a schedule.  Since coming into rescue, little guy has learned so much about being a pet and a member of the household, leaving his life and habits as a breeder dog behind.  His foster mom tells us he is a great little traveling companion! BIO:  Samson is a retired breeder dog who needs a patient, loving home where he can lay his head.  Would that be you?  He is a shy boy but with love and patience we know he can be the most loving little boy you have ever had.  However, you need to have patience for him to come out of his shell and learn to be a pet not a breeder dog.  You can see the longing in his eyes when you look at him.  He wants to trust, but he is just not sure, give him that reassurance. He gets along with other small dogs.  As Samson settles into his foster home, think about adopting him and giving him your love.  We will update his bio as we learn more about him. In the meantime, our must haves are: A fenced in yard Another small, adult, well socialized dog for him to learn from Someone that can be home more than not or a newly retired person that has breeder dog experience No apartment, high rises, condos or town-houses If you are wanting to adopt him then go to our website www.allamericandachshundrescue.org and fill out our online adoption application. ============== Information for All Dogs/Adopters ============== AADR does not recommend dachshunds for families with children under 5, or families planning to have children during the dog's lifetime. Dachshunds are often not patient with little kids, and kids can accidentally hurt a dachshund’s back or get bitten. If you have questions about this dog, please feel free to contact the foster home at the email address listed on the bio form.  They have the most up-to-date information concerning the dog and would be happy to answer any questions about the animal.  There will be an additional $60 fee added for a required Health Certificate if traveling out of the state in which they are being fostered.  We will not adopt into CT, RI, NH, ME, or MA due to strict laws regarding importation of dogs into those states.  If you have any issue with this, you will need to take this up with your legislatures. To understand the adoption process through AADR, please review the Adoption Information on our home page.  Transportation options are outlined on that page in Step 3. Click this link to apply: https://www.allamericandachshundrescue.org/apply, it will take you to the application form. Please don't let the distance stand in your way of finding your newest best friend.  We have volunteers who will help your 'new friend' get up and down the East Coast or Midwest. We just can't get them from one coast to the other.  Please look for dogs on your coast.  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.AADR does not recommend dachshunds for families with children under 5, or families planning to have children during the dog's lifetime. Dachshunds are often not patient with little kids, and kids can accidentally hurt a dachshund's back or get bitten. Please don't let the distance stand in your way of finding your newest best friend. We have volunteers that will help your 'new friend' get up and down the East Coast and mid-west. We just can't get them from one coast to the other. For now, please look for dogs on your coast.  December 29, 2025, 12:08 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Marowak's adoption status with email updates.
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Marowak

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 7 yrs 1 mo
Shelbyville, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We are a first come, first serve only facility. Please call us at 931-684-6552 immediately if you have any questions!
We'll also keep you updated on Smeargle's adoption status with email updates.
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Smeargle

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
Shelbyville, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We are a first come, first serve only facility. Please call us at 931-684-6552 immediately if you have any questions!
We'll also keep you updated on Cara in WI's adoption status with email updates.
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Cara in WI

Dachshund

Female, Young
Shelbyville, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.When you adopt 1 you save 2. The one you adopt and the one you make room for! CITY, STATE:  Marinette, WI NAME:  Caramela (a.k.a Cara) AGE:  16 mos. SEX:  Female WEIGHT:  13.3 lbs. COLOR:  Red COAT:  Smooth UP TO DATE:  Yes SPAYED/NEUTERED:  Yes    DATE:  Before coming to rescue DHPP:  Yes    DATE:  10/27/25 RABIES:  Yes    DATE:  10/27/25    TAG NUMBER:  1983 ADOPTION FEE:  $475.00 + $25.00 (microchip fee) HOUSETRAINED:  Yes, on a schedule or using a doggie door CRATE TRAINED:  Yes LEASH TRAINED:  Yes FENCED YARD NEEDED:  Yes SPECIAL NEEDS:  No HOME W/ SMALL CHILDREN:  Children 8 years and older who are respectful of the dog’s space HOME W/ OTHER DOGS:           MALE:  Yes         FEMALE:  Yes HOME W/ CATS:  Probably not MICROCHIP BRAND and #:  HomeAgain  985141008187617 MONTHLY HEARTWORM DATE:  2nd of each month FOSTER HOME:  Tony and Terry, allamericandachshundrescue@gmail.com RESCUE #:  2025-10-18-01 BIO:  Cara came from Alabama when her owners were unable to care for her because of their job duties. She was scared when she first came into rescue, but with kind words and time, she relaxed and got comfortable in her new surroundings. She loves playing with the other younger dogs we have here because she is a young dog herself. We try not to crate her too much because she has done fine out with several of the other dogs in our care or with our dogs. Understand she will be scared and shy at first but just go slow with her and she will come around.   Our must-haves for pretty Cara include: A fenced yard Another young, small dog for her to play with and pal around with Someone who can be home more often than not or works from home Someone active enough to take her for walks and car rides No apartments, high-rises, or condos in case she barks at noises If you can fill these must-haves and want to add a beautiful little girl to your home, then Cara is the one for you. Please go to our website and complete our online adoption application. ============== Information for All Dogs/Adopters ============== AADR does not recommend dachshunds for families with children under 5, or families planning to have children during the dog's lifetime. Dachshunds are often not patient with little kids, and kids can accidentally hurt a dachshund’s back or get bitten. If you have questions about this dog, please feel free to contact the foster home at the email address listed on the bio form.  They have the most up-to-date information concerning the dog and would be happy to answer any questions about the animal.  There will be an additional $60 fee added for a required Health Certificate if traveling out of the state in which they are being fostered.  We will not adopt into CT, RI, NH, ME, or MA due to strict laws regarding importation of dogs into those states.  If you have any issue with this, you will need to take this up with your legislatures. To understand the adoption process through AADR, please review the Adoption Information on our home page.  Transportation options are outlined on that page in Step 3. Click this link to apply: https://www.allamericandachshundrescue.org/apply, it will take you to the application form. Please don't let the distance stand in your way of finding your newest best friend.  We have volunteers who will help your 'new friend' get up and down the East Coast or Midwest.  We just can't get them from one coast to the other.  Please look for dogs on your coast.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.AADR does not recommend dachshunds for families with children under 5, or families planning to have children during the dog's lifetime. Dachshunds are often not patient with little kids, and kids can accidentally hurt a dachshund's back or get bitten. Please don't let the distance stand in your way of finding your newest best friend. We have volunteers that will help your 'new friend' get up and down the East Coast and mid-west. We just can't get them from one coast to the other. For now, please look for dogs on your coast.  November 24, 2025, 10:06 am

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All American Dachshund Rescue

377 Comstock Rd, Shelbyville, TN 37160

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Bedford County Animal Control

205 Lane Parkway, Shelbyville, TN 37160

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Shelbyville Animal Control

716 Industrial Pkwy, Shelbyville, TN 37160

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The CGFreck Foundation

Wartrace, TN 37183

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Hound Dog Holler Animal Rescue

2720 Toll Gate Road, Petersburg, TN 37144

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Lucky Break Pet Rescue

214 Scenic Rd., Normandy, TN 37360

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Hambrick Animals

301 Wilson Ave, Tullahoma, TN 37388

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Waiting for a Star to Fall Farm

Tullahoma, Tennessee, Tullahoma, TN 37388

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Cosmo's Rescue

TULLAHOMA, TN 37388

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Tullahoma Animal Shelter

942 Maplewood Ave, (P.O. Box 807), Tullahoma, TN 37388

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