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Puppies and dogs in Tennessee

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Tennessee. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Buffy

Shih Tzu/Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 8 yrs

Chattanooga, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Meet Buffy! Buffy is a female shih tzu mix. She has a long body and stubby little legs, with an underbite that is sure to steal your heart! She is a super sweet girl, LOVES her belly rubs, and is ready to hop in the car whenever you are! She is about 8 years old, fully vetted, and ready to find her FURever home. She is done jumping from place to place; the next home will be PERMANENT for Buffy <3 Apply to meet Buffy today! ##2621448##

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Oliver

Chihuahua

Male, Young

Chattanooga, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

House-trained,

Story

Sweet Oliver is a young pup who was found wandering the streets and rescued by an incredible woman with a huge heart. She reached out on social media for help, and we are so thankful she was careful, patient, and chose rescue — even though many people were interested in taking Oliver in. Shortly after coming into rescue, Oliver landed in the most amazing foster home. On Thanksgiving night, his foster mama noticed he was lethargic and just not himself. Because of our wonderful rescue partner Brandy Dennison and Dr. Robin, Oliver was immediately seen and tested for parvo. Sadly, the test came back positive. It’s scary to think about what could have happened if Oliver had gone with just anyone from Facebook. Parvo can be deadly, especially when it goes undiagnosed and untreated — and this was Thanksgiving night. Because Oliver was in rescue, he received prompt, top-notch veterinary care that truly saved his life. We are beyond grateful for Brandy and all she has done, once again, to save another precious soul. The good news — Oliver is now testing negative! He remains in quarantine, but we are nearing the end, and he is doing great. This little guy is a fighter. Oliver is a silly, goofy boy who keeps us laughing, and we absolutely adore him. He will require a fenced in yard, as he is a little escape artist. Oliver is now fully vetted, minus one round of vaccines. ##2621456##

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Oscar

Chihuahua

Male, 10 yrs

Chattanooga, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs,

Story

Meet Oscar Oscar is one of those souls you don’t forget. He’s an amazing senior with a heart as big as his personality. While Oscar can sometimes be a little grouchy, he’s most often a total lover who just wants to be close to his people. Oscar’s past wasn’t kind. He came from a hoarding case where he was kept in a crate 24/7. Because of that neglect, his medical needs went untreated for far too long. Thankfully, now that Oscar is safe, his health issues have finally been addressed, and he’s getting the care he always deserved. Oscar will need to remain on heart medication for the rest of his life, and he also has kyphosis, a curvature of his spine. Despite everything he’s been through, Oscar doesn’t let any of this keep him down. He is resilient, gentle, and truly an absolute gem. His favorite things are snuggling and enjoying his favorite treats (“bites”)—simple joys that mean everything to him now. Oscar is neutered, microchipped, and current on all vaccines and preventatives, and he’s ready for a loving home where he can finally relax and be cherished. If you have room in your heart for a senior who deserves nothing but love and comfort, Oscar may be your perfect match. ##2621439##

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Alfie

Chihuahua/Miniature Pinscher

Male, Young

Chattanooga, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Meet Alfie! Alfie, along with his friend Oscar, came to us from a horrible hoarding case in Murray County. Despite what he has been through, Alfie is a happy go lucky guy! He loves people and attention, and he LOVES his doggy friends. He really has a love for life that we have not seen in a while. Alfie is: Fully vetted (neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, healing from some skin issues) Healthy and happy Looking for his FURever home! Apply to meet Alfie today :) ##2621443##

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Dewey

Chihuahua

Male, 9 mos

Chattanooga, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Meet Dewey Dewey is a 9-month-old Chihuahua mix and one of the brave souls from the pack that came out of the woods. At first, he’s very shy — but once Dewey realizes he’s safe, his true personality shines through. He turns into a silly, happy little boy who will absolutely steal your heart. This little guy is a total charmer and an absolute sweetheart. He seems to do well with dogs and cats, and he truly just wants to feel secure and loved. After everything he’s been through, Dewey deserves nothing less than the very best. Neutered Current on vaccines & preventions Microchipped Comes with a geotag We are so grateful Dewey is here and safe. Watching him learn that the world isn’t such a scary place anymore is incredibly special. If you’re patient, kind, and ready to let a shy pup blossom into your loyal little shadow — Dewey just might be your perfect match ##2621436##

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Rezy

Blue Heeler/Rat Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo

Chattanooga, TN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

Rezy Is Available for Adoption… Again This is exactly why we always stay on our microchips. Rezy’s previous family didn’t reach out, didn’t ask for help, and didn’t give us a heads up — they simply surrendered her to a shelter. Thankfully, because Rezy is microchipped, we were notified immediately. Another rescue stepped in without hesitation to hold Rezy safely until we could make the six-hour trip to bring her back home. Because of that teamwork, our girl is safe. Rezy has been let down by humans more times than she ever should have been — and yet she remains loving, loyal, and full of heart. She deserves better, and this time we are committed to getting it right. About Rezy FAITH HEELS GRADUATE — knows basic obedience Very smart and eager to please Potty trained Leash trained Crate trained Truly a well-rounded, amazing girl What Rezy needs most is companionship. She wants a human to love on, a safe yard to play in, and a forever home that won’t give up on her when life gets hard. Rezy has done everything asked of her. Now it’s our turn to show her what forever really means. Please share, advocate, and help us find Rezy the home she deserves — for life. Help us get it right for Rezy. ##2239114##

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Shelters & rescues in Tennessee

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Tennessee. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue TN

PO Box 210830, Nashville, TN 37221

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

White Bluff Animal Control

White Bluff, TN 37187

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Last Chance Pet Rescue, Inc

PO Box 118, White Bluff, TN 37187

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Cheatham County Animal Control

2797 Sams Creek Rd, Pegram, TN 37143

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Rural Animal Rescue Effort (RARE)

Franklin, TN 37069

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Goofy Foot Dog Rescue - Nashville Area

Nashville, TN 37069

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Simply Grace Rescue - Franklin TN Foster Home

FRANKLIN, TN 37069

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Critter Cavalry Rescue - TN

608 East Castle Ct., Franklin, TN 37069

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Rock City Rescue - TN chapter

Franklin, TN 37069

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Rags to Riches Animal Rescue TN

P.O. Box 353, Lyles, TN 37098

Pet Types: dogs

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Popular dog breeds

Labrador Retriever Chihuahua Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier German Shepherd Dog American Pit Bull Terrier Shih Tzu Boxer Dachshund Husky Beagle Maltese Jack Russell Terrier Pomeranian Border Collie Australian Shepherd Golden Retriever Poodle (Miniature) Boston Terrier Great Dane Australian Cattle Dog

Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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