Discover endless tail wags and heartwarming purrs at the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County in Blountville, Tennessee.
Adopting is more than just finding a pet; it’s about creating a lifetime bond. Join us in making a difference — for our furry friends and you. Add a special member to your family today by starting your adoption journey and experience the love that a shelter animal can offer.
Our Mission:
Increase awareness in Sullivan County about the humane treatment of animals through responsible sheltering, education, spay/neuter assistance and access to wellness.
Important Information:
The Animal Shelter of Sullivan County, Tennessee, conducts owner surrenders by appointment only. Please call 423-279-2741 to make an appointment. No walk-in surrenders will be permitted.
All animal control calls will be dispatched in a triage fashion, taking into consideration the urgent nature of the call. All strays must be brought in by animal control.
We need your donations!
100% of your tax deductible donation benefits our lifesaving rescue efforts for Sullivan County, Tennessee, animals in need.
Services
The Animal Shelter of Sullivan County has a number of services, including intake, spay/neuter and a vaccine clinic.
Intake
Intake services are available at the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County. Please click here to learn more about our intake process.
Foster
Foster families are essential members of the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County family. Take part of a rewarding program with us.
Programs
Learn about the programs offered at the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County here.
Adopt
Explore our furry friends at the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County. Complete and submit an adoption application here.
Volunteer
If you are searching for a rewarding experience and love animals, we invite you to volunteer with us. Learn more here.
Featured Stars for Adoption
Ready to Adopt? It's simple.
Fill out the application online here or click the button to the side. Once submitted and approved, a team member will contact you to arrange an appointment for the adoption OR visit the shelter during regular business hours to view the animals and complete an adoption application onsite. Once approved, your adoption will be complete, and you can welcome a new member to your family!
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View all of the wonderful animal companions waiting for adoption at our shelter on Adopt A Pet!
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Praying this precious baby gets a forever home!!!🫶🏻❤️🙏🏻
Pretty girl❣️ please adopt🙏
✨ 2025 Year in Review ✨
As we look back on 2025, we are absolutely blown away by what our community helped us accomplish. These numbers represent real lives saved, second chances given, and a future made brighter for so many animals.
None of this would be possible without YOU — our supporters, adopters, fosters, volunteers, donors, rescue partners, staff, and veterinarians. Your compassion, time, and generosity make the impossible possible every single day.
Each year, we strive to do bigger and better things, and 2025 proved just how powerful a community can be when it comes together for animals in need. This is truly amazing, and we are so grateful to everyone who played a part in these successes.
🐶🐱 Thank you for saving lives with us. Thank you for believing in our mission. Thank you for being here.
Here’s to an even stronger 2026 — together. 💚🐾
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WOW! We are almost there! We have 5 beds donated, and enough funds for 2 almost 3 beds! Our GOAL is 10! Thank you so much for your support!GUESS WHAT?! WE DID IT! 🥳 thank you to our wonderful community for stepping up! We couldnt do it without you!
AS OF 1/9: We need one more bed! Yay! We are almost there! 🥳
UPDATE:: We have had 5 beds donated and funds to purchase another in 24 hours!! WOW thank you to our wonderful community!
🛏️ Community Support Needed! 🛏️
Every dog in our care deserves a comfortable place to rest. 🐾
Doggie beds aren’t just a “nice extra”—they help our dogs feel safe, reduce stress, protect their joints, and give them a sense of comfort while they wait for their forever homes.
We are incredibly grateful for the Kuranda ShelterBeds program and the Kuranda beds we already have in our kennels. These beds have made a huge difference for our dogs by keeping them off the cold floor and providing durable, easy-to-clean comfort.
Right now, we are just a few beds short of being able to give every dog their own Kuranda bed. If you’re able to help donate or support this program, it would mean so much to us—and even more to the dogs who rely on us every day.
Cant purchase a full bed? Thats okay, together we can purchase them!
Thank you for supporting our shelter and helping us make our kennels a more comfortable place. ❤️
⭐️Larry one of our residents loves his Kuranda Bed!🥳
shelterbeds.org/donate/402989t
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Just donated a bed for the fur babies.
Our sweet Larry as our model! ♥️
Meow! Adopt 😺♥️🐾
$30 with approved application for January 🏡
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Hey, Google Maps said you were closed today. Are you open tomorrow?
Hannah Baskett
🐾 Help Us Save More Lives — Become a Foster! 🐾
Foster homes are truly the backbone of rescue work, and we are looking to grow our foster program. Without foster homes, many dogs wouldn’t have the opportunity to leave the shelter or move into rescue.
When a dog goes into a foster home, it frees up kennel space so we can help more animals — but just as importantly, it allows that dog to decompress and learn what it’s like to live in a home. This helps us and our rescue partners see how they do in a real-life setting, making it easier to place them with a rescue or match them with the right forever family.
Our foster homes play a vital role in helping dogs settle in, build confidence, and show their true personalities. That information is incredibly valuable to rescues and adopters alike and often makes the difference in saving a life.
As a foster, you get to:
❤️ Provide a safe, loving environment
🐶 Help a dog adjust to home life
📸 Share insights that help rescues and adopters say “yes”
✨ Be a direct part of a dog’s rescue journey
Can you help us, help them?
Want to learn more about fostering?
📩E-mail: asosc.director@gmail.com
Every foster home opens the door for another dog to be rescued. 🐾💙
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Lucy is still waiting for her new family to come along! She is a playful young lady and won’t disappoint! Come meet her ❤️
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Welcome to Fetching Hearts sweet girl. See you soon
GUESS WHAT?! WE DID IT! 🥳 thank you to our wonderful community for stepping up! We couldnt do it without you!
AS OF 1/9: We need one more bed! Yay! We are almost there! 🥳
UPDATE:: We have had 5 beds donated and funds to purchase another in 24 hours!! WOW thank you to our wonderful community!
🛏️ Community Support Needed! 🛏️
Every dog in our care deserves a comfortable place to rest. 🐾
Doggie beds aren’t just a “nice extra”—they help our dogs feel safe, reduce stress, protect their joints, and give them a sense of comfort while they wait for their forever homes.
We are incredibly grateful for the Kuranda ShelterBeds program and the Kuranda beds we already have in our kennels. These beds have made a huge difference for our dogs by keeping them off the cold floor and providing durable, easy-to-clean comfort.
Right now, we are just a few beds short of being able to give every dog their own Kuranda bed. If you’re able to help donate or support this program, it would mean so much to us—and even more to the dogs who rely on us every day.
Cant purchase a full bed? Thats okay, together we can purchase them!
Thank you for supporting our shelter and helping us make our kennels a more comfortable place. ❤️
⭐️Larry one of our residents loves his Kuranda Bed!🥳
shelterbeds.org/donate/402989t
9 CommentsComment on Facebook
Did you all get to use the 8 dog cots I brought y'all?
2 coming your way. Thank you for always making them as comfortable as they can be! 😍😍
Donated !
BIG shout out to our PetSmart partners for their generous food donations to our food pantry! We have the pleasure of working with the Bristol and Kingsport locations, and we truly couldn’t do this without their continued support. Thank you for helping us help pets in our community! 🐾💙
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Thank you Petsmart! I am going to call them and thank them personally! It means a lot to me especially since all my pups are rescues!
Thank you Petsmart!
New year, new rescue! Come meet your new best friend, regular shelter hours this week 🐾🧡
Mon-Wed & Fri-Sat 1230-530 PM
380 Masengill Rd Blountville
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Sunday Shelter Successes 🐾
Happy New Year and happy life to our babies that got forever homes 🏡
😺 4 kitties
🐶 2 dogs
🐕 2 Reclaimed
🧡
Come adopt your new best friend
Mon-Wed & Fri-Sat 1230-530 PM
380 Masengill Rd Blountville
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Bless all who adopted.
Whom ever adopted the cat on the bottom row I knew him very well . His name is Chess (short for Cheshire) he loves attention and is a big 💕 love. He was called Chessie and Chessie cat.
Update : reclaimed!
Courtesy posting for Bristol city Tennessee animal control picked up on 24th St. please call 423-989-5600 with information
8 CommentsComment on Facebook
There was a post of similar/this (?) dog lost. Can’t recall which site the dog was posted on tho.
If not claimed I would love to get her
Yayyyy!!
Courtesy posting for Bristol city AC. Picked up on Martin Luther King Blvd 01/02/26
Please call their non emergency number at 423-989-5600
5 CommentsComment on Facebook
Does he have a hurt paw and is he a boy does he answer to chase
I am the one who found him, hope this pic helps. He is the absolute sweetest.
That's him I meet him at the library his name is chase we're did you take him
Our first adoption event of the year!!
Come find your new best friend 🐾
See you tomorrow ❤️
The shelter will be open also, so come on by!! 🏡
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**Owner Found**❤️
💔 Not a post we ever want to make 💔
Earlier today, Animal Control received a call about an injured dog and immediately responded. Upon arrival, we found this sweet pup suffering from what appears to be a gunshot wound to the face.
He was rushed straight to Indian Ridge Animal Hospital, where he is currently receiving emergency treatment. Right now, our focus is on stabilizing him and relieving his pain.
👉 Do you know this dog?
If you recognize him or have any information that may help us identify an owner, please contact us as soon as possible.
🐾 How you can help:
Emergency medical care is costly, and we are asking our community for support. Donations will go directly toward his veterinary care and recovery.
Every share helps. Every donation matters. And every ounce of kindness gives this pup a better chance.
Thank you to Animal Control for their quick response and to Indian Ridge Animal Hospital for acting swiftly to help save his life. Thank you to our community for always standing with us — especially on the hard days.
💙 Donation link: animalshelter-sullivancounty.networkforgood.com/projects/204694-support-the-animal-shelter-of-sul...
📞 If you have information: Animal Control: 423-279-2741 option 1
45 CommentsComment on Facebook
This happened to Lobo a couple years ago yall found a blue eyed husky that was shot
I wonder if it was the same person that shot Neptune? Strange that 2 different aussies got shot within days of each other.
Some people deserve the treatment they give to animals.
Start the New year off with a RESCUE!
Come see us Saturday and find your new best friend 🎉
Dogs $60 & Kitties $30 with approved application 🐾 for January.
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Have a Meowy New Year
$30 with approved application 😺
3 CommentsComment on Facebook
Praying for all these cuties 🙏🏻🐾🙏🏻
Interested in Lasagna please
Shared 🙏
Sunday Shelter Successes 🐾
We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday, we know these babies sure did!
Congratulations on getting a Forever Home for the Paw-lidays 🐾
Happy life 🏡
🐈 8 kitties
🐕 2 dogs
🐶 2 Reclaimed & 6 to Rescue
❤️
1 CommentComment on Facebook
Courtesy posting for Bristol city Tennessee animal control picked up on Sherry Drive 12/26. Please call the nonemergency number at 423-989-5600.
9 CommentsComment on Facebook
I think I saw a post where someone was looking for this dog. Let me see if I can find the post
Shared with prayers
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We want to wish our wonderful community a very Merry Christmas! 🎄❤️
Thank you for all of your support this year — we truly couldn’t do what we do without you.
A huge thank-you to our incredible staff and volunteers for their hard work, compassion, and dedication to our animals every single day. You are the heart of our shelter!
Now we’d love to see yours — show us your fur babies enjoying their Christmas festivities! 🐶🐱🎁
21 CommentsComment on Facebook
Anakin is enjoying his first Christmas at home after being adopted from Sullivan County last month!!
Merry Christmas to all & I love fur babies!
Rosco is enjoying his first Christmas in our home! Thank you all for the amazing work you do to get the animals in your areas a furever home!
Enjoy time with your families and EAT! 🤪
Thanks volunteers and Happy Howlidays 🐾
Come adopt this Saturday ❤️
5 CommentsComment on Facebook
This is great!!
So cute!! Come adopt this Saturday 🐾
Mr Larry is heading up the video! We all love ❤️ him!
🎅✨ Holiday Hours Update ✨🎅
The shelter will be closed December 24–26 for the Christmas holiday.
We’ll be back and ready to help on Saturday, December 27th!
Thank you for your continued support—we wish you and your families a Merry Christmas! 🎄🐾
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Thank you from our friends at Tennessee Department of environmental and conservation- Johnson City environmental field office!
4 CommentsComment on Facebook
Are you open on Christmas Eve and if so what time?
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Praying this precious baby gets a forever home!!!🫶🏻❤️🙏🏻
Pretty girl❣️ please adopt🙏
✨ 2025 Year in Review ✨
As we look back on 2025, we are absolutely blown away by what our community helped us accomplish. These numbers represent real lives saved, second chances given, and a future made brighter for so many animals.
None of this would be possible without YOU — our supporters, adopters, fosters, volunteers, donors, rescue partners, staff, and veterinarians. Your compassion, time, and generosity make the impossible possible every single day.
Each year, we strive to do bigger and better things, and 2025 proved just how powerful a community can be when it comes together for animals in need. This is truly amazing, and we are so grateful to everyone who played a part in these successes.
🐶🐱 Thank you for saving lives with us. Thank you for believing in our mission. Thank you for being here.
Here’s to an even stronger 2026 — together. 💚🐾
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
WOW! We are almost there! We have 5 beds donated, and enough funds for 2 almost 3 beds! Our GOAL is 10! Thank you so much for your support!GUESS WHAT?! WE DID IT! 🥳 thank you to our wonderful community for stepping up! We couldnt do it without you!
AS OF 1/9: We need one more bed! Yay! We are almost there! 🥳
UPDATE:: We have had 5 beds donated and funds to purchase another in 24 hours!! WOW thank you to our wonderful community!
🛏️ Community Support Needed! 🛏️
Every dog in our care deserves a comfortable place to rest. 🐾
Doggie beds aren’t just a “nice extra”—they help our dogs feel safe, reduce stress, protect their joints, and give them a sense of comfort while they wait for their forever homes.
We are incredibly grateful for the Kuranda ShelterBeds program and the Kuranda beds we already have in our kennels. These beds have made a huge difference for our dogs by keeping them off the cold floor and providing durable, easy-to-clean comfort.
Right now, we are just a few beds short of being able to give every dog their own Kuranda bed. If you’re able to help donate or support this program, it would mean so much to us—and even more to the dogs who rely on us every day.
Cant purchase a full bed? Thats okay, together we can purchase them!
Thank you for supporting our shelter and helping us make our kennels a more comfortable place. ❤️
⭐️Larry one of our residents loves his Kuranda Bed!🥳
shelterbeds.org/donate/402989t
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Just donated a bed for the fur babies.
Our sweet Larry as our model! ♥️
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