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Humane Society, Tennessee Valley

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
Website
http://HumaneSocietyTennessee.org
Phone
(865) 573-9675
Donation
Donate to this rescue
Email
adoption@humanesocietytennessee.org
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Meet their adoptable pets

6717 Kingston Pike,
Knoxville, TN, 37919

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Adoptable pets at Humane Society, Tennessee Valley
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Smoke

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Knoxville, TN
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Pete Bonded With Max

Boxer

Male, Adult
Knoxville, TN
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Cobweb Bonded With Goblin

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Knoxville, TN
Photo of Goblin Bonded With Cobweb

Goblin Bonded With Cobweb

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Young
Knoxville, TN
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Reyna

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Knoxville, TN
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Elmer Fudd

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Knoxville, TN
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Payne

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Knoxville, TN
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Prada

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
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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Scooter

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
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Chester

Hound (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Madisonville, TN
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Chloe

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Knoxville, TN
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MC ( Momma Cat)

Calico

Female
Knoxville, TN
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BETTY LOU

Australian Shepherd/Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 mos
Knoxville, TN
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Sophie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
Rockwood, TN

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