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Small Breed Rescue of East TN

Dog rescue in Knoxville, TN

Small Breed Rescue of East Tennessee, Inc. (SBRET) is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to finding forever homes for displaced or abandoned small breed dogs. We are also dedicated to educating the public about pet overpopulation, the benefits of spaying/neutering, and the horrors of puppymills.

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P.O. Box 22482
Knoxville, TN 37933
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Adoptable pets at Small Breed Rescue of East TN

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

Chihuahua

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

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Knoxville, TN

Rescue FAQs

East Tennessee area

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Take the Pet Home
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

All our dogs are spayed or neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, receive heartworm/flea prevention, have dental cleaning when required and medical care. Our adoption fees help cover these expenses but we also rely heavily on donations.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Small Breed Rescue of East TN

Blount County Animal Center

233 Currie Ave,
Maryville, TN 37804

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 1 yr
Athens, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Little Bit (Bobtail)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Little Bit (Bobtail)

Domestic Shorthair

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

Labrador Retriever

Female, 7 yrs 3 mos
Rockwood, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Sunny's adoption status with email updates.
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Sunny

Australian Shepherd

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 5 yrs
Knoxville, TN

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