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Humane Society, Tennessee Valley

Animal shelter in Knoxville, TN

Founded in 1885, the Humane Society, Tennessee Valley is the longest standing animal shelter in the State of Tennessee. A stand-alone 501c(3) limited admissions animal shelter, the Humane Society, Tennessee Valley receives no funding from national humane entities or government agencies; relying solely on private donations and grant funding.

Located in Knoxville, TN our organization is committed to our relationships with other shelters in the Tennessee Valley, by transferring animals at-risk for euthanasia, to our shelter for adoption or transport. Our Traveling Tails transport program saves hundreds of lives each month through our partnership with St. Hubert's Waystation Program. Our PetHelp program includes a Wellness Clinic and Pet Food Pantry to help keep Pets and People Together.

Vision: We envision a future in which all animals are treated humanely, with compassion and respect.

Mission: The Humane Society, Tennessee Valley is dedicated to providing lifesaving programs and resources to enrich the lives of people and companion animals in the communities we serve.

Contact Adoption Team
Email adoption@humanesocietytennessee.org
Phone (865) 573-9675
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Address
6717 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919
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6717 Kingston Pike

Knoxville, TN 37919

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Adoptable pets at Humane Society, Tennessee Valley

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Ham Sandwich

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, Puppy
Knoxville, TN
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Hatchling

Labrador Retriever

Female, Puppy
Knoxville, TN
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Big Mac

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Knoxville, TN
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April

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, Puppy
Knoxville, TN
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Petal

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Puppy
Knoxville, TN
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Sonny

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Puppy
Knoxville, TN
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Shelter FAQs

Humane Society, Tennessee Valley serves over 55 shelters and rescues across East Tennessee, Kentucky and Georgia. East Tennessee counties include Knox, Anderson, Morgan, Cumberland, Scott, Polk, Rhea, Meigs, McMinn, Monroe, Rhea, Loudon, Roane, Sevier, Jefferson, Hawkins, Sullivan, Cocke, Hamblin, Campbell, Grainger, Claiborne, Hancock, Washington, Unicoi, and Johnson.

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Submit Application
  • 4. Approve Application
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Our adoption fee covers a veterinary exam, spay/neuter surgery, up to date vaccinations, deworm, and microchip with registration. We also offer a complimentary follow-up wellness visit with one of our local veterinarians if you choose to schedule within 72 hours of adoption.

Adoption application

https://humanesocietytennessee.org/adoption/

https://humanesocietytennessee.networkforgood.com/projects/15159-donate

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CAJC-Stray-ca46

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 7 mos
Jefferson City, TN
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Laz

Greyhound

Male, 2 yrs 10 mos
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Lily

Husky

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Jefferson City, TN
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Timber

Golden Retriever/Great Pyrenees

Male, 13 yrs 4 mos
Knoxville, TN
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Daffodil

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 mos
Madisonville, TN
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Pawlette

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
Maryville, TN

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