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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

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

Great Pyrenees

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Hound (Unknown Type)

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Labrador Retriever

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Longhair

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

Domestic Longhair

Female, Senior
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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We'll also keep you updated on Reese's adoption status with email updates.
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Reese

Domestic Longhair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 2 mos
Jacksboro, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Ivy's adoption status with email updates.
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Ivy

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 7 mos
Madisonville, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Pearl's adoption status with email updates.
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Pearl

Husky

Female, 5 yrs 6 mos
Newport, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Fred's adoption status with email updates.
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Fred

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 1 mo
Knoxville, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Tinsel's adoption status with email updates.
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Tinsel

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Jacksboro, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Mama (Ellie)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Mama (Ellie)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Jefferson City, TN

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