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The Stray Connection

Cat rescue in Knoxville, TN

Stray Connection is a small organization of private foster homes (no shelter or store-front) that takes in kittens/cats from shelters outside of Knoxville that are typically high-kill, low-funded. These cats are brought to Knoxville where they receive the necessary vet care. Because our cats live in private homes, we know them well. It is our mission to make the best match of the cat's personality and individual needs with an approved adopter.

Contact Holly Frey
Email hhfrey1@tds.net
Phone (865) 671-4564
Website
Address
Knoxville, TN 37922
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Adoptable pets at The Stray Connection

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Mickey

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Knoxville, TN
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Everest

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Knoxville, TN
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Snickers

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Knoxville, TN
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Saffron

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Knoxville, TN
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Forest

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Knoxville, TN
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Brook

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Knoxville, TN
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We serve Knoxville and the surrounding area.

Additional adoption info

Potential adopters are required to complete our application before adoption. Our adoption fee varies based on the age and breed of the cat. The fee includes testing for feline leukemia and aids, the series of distemper vaccines, the rabies vaccines, wormings, advantage so they are flea free when you take them home, a veterinary exam, and the spay or neuter. Microchipping is available for an additional $45. The adoption fee is waived for qualifying adopters interested in one of our sponsored cats.

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Pets at shelters & rescues near The Stray Connection

Loudon County Animal Shelter

250 Jamie Dr,
Loudon, TN 37774

Pet Path

Athens, TN 37303

Horse Haven of Tennessee

PO Box 22841,
Knoxville, TN 37933

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Starla

Bernese Mountain Dog/Mastiff

Female, Young
Rutledge, TN
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Barbie Anne-4332 Erin, Tennessee

Boston Terrier/Chihuahua

Female, 6 mos
Maryville, TN
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Copper

Australian Cattle Dog/Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 1 yr
Madisonville, TN
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Pixie

Australian Shepherd/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 3 mos
Knoxville, TN
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Shep

Great Pyrenees

Male, 3 yrs 4 mos
Knoxville, TN
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Kira

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Maryville, TN

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