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.
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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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Meet Nancy, the tortoiseshell queen of sass with a *big* personality and an even bigger attitude. She’s bi-polar, but not in the fun, quirky way—more like in the “one minute she’s giving you head-butts of love, and the next she’s dramatically flipping her tail and pretending you don’t exist” way.
Nancy LOVES attention… when *she* wants it. One minute, she’s purring like a motorboat and demanding belly rubs (but don't get too comfy—if you’re not quick enough, you’ll get a gentle reminder in the form of a swat). The next, she’s scowling at you from across the room as if you’ve personally offended her by, well, existing. She believes every chair, couch, and piece of furniture is her throne, and you’ll just have to deal with that. She’ll act like you’re not worthy of sharing her space, but if she’s in the right mood, she’ll climb into your lap and make you question why you ever doubted her.
Nancy’s idea of affection is 50% love, 50% “you’re here to serve me, peasant.” She’ll give you just enough snuggles to make you fall in love, but don’t be surprised if she suddenly ignores you for an hour because she’s busy plotting her next move.
Nancy will keep you on your toes—confused, entertained, and occasionally wondering if she’s secretly plotting world domination. If you’re up for the challenge of living with a lovable little butthead who’ll make you laugh, roll your eyes, and feel incredibly lucky to be her human, Nancy’s your gal.
Ready for a rollercoaster of affection, sass, and unpredictable moments? Nancy’s waiting for you.
Fill out the link below and Godspeed 👇
service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=sctnas&method=online_form_html&formid=3
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Mark your calendars for our Spring Outreach!
A couple of our adoptable dogs will make an appearance! We will have goodies to hand out- popsicles, temporary tattoos, stickers, crayons with coloring books (while supplies last).
We will also have a table where you can find out all about our wonderful programs. Our T-shirts and other merchandise will be for sale.
There will be a sign up sheet to tour the shelter every 30 minutes from 12 to 2:30 pm. The shelter will be providing 3 inflatables- 2 bouncy houses and 1 obstacle course inflatable with prizes.
There will be food trucks and many vendor booths for you to check out.
The Easter Bunny will also be there! Bring your dogs and kids to get their picture taken!
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Sunday Shelter Successes 🐾
Here's a Snapshot of our adoptions this week. We also had one senior dog reclaimed.
Happy life to all our sweet animals and new families 🏡❤️
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How wonderful.
Vaccine Clinic tomorrow, March 20th 🐾
🚨 APRIL 3rd Clinic CANCELLED 🚨
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Is the next one 04/03 or 04/10 cause this flyer says 04/03 and another says 04/10
Is this still happening today?
Are you still having it today?
Found 3-17 on Hwy 421
Please have proof of ownership ready and call 423-279-2741 option 2. Leave a message with name and number if no answer
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Shared with prayers for a loving and forever home 💜
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Found 3-17 on Hwy 421
Please have proof of ownership ready and call 423-279-2741 option 2. Leave a message with name and number if no answer
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Awwwwww.poor baby
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Found 3-17 on White Top Road
Please have proof of ownership ready and call 423-279-2741 option 2. Leave a message with name and number if no answer
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Boy or girl?
He/she looks alot like my baby boy
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Sunday Shelter 🙌 Successes 🐾
Here's a Snapshot of our awesome animals that found their forever homes this week 🏡
Congratulations to each family and their new additions. We love our community.
Happy life 😁
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I'm so glad I decided to adopt thru u all
Wonderful for these doggies.
R U NOT GOING TO HELP THE GERMAN SHEPHERD THAT WASHINGTON COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER REPORTED TO U. IT WILL NOT LIVE MUCH LONGER.
UPDATE 3/19/25: At this time, no more dogs have been found sick and the others have recovered well. Animal control is still investigating this situation to find answers.
🚨 Bluff City, TN - 3/14/25❗️Attention❗️Statement from Sullivan County Animal control :
On March 13,2025 several dogs from the area of Bunker Hill Road, Perry Road and Mt. Holston Road of Bluff City have been reported with signs with poisoning. Most of the dogs have been treated by local and emergency animal vet clinics. One dog did pass away this morning, despite medical intervention.
Symptoms have been consistent among all the dogs : lethargy, neurological symptoms, staggering, seizures, excessive drooling, and vomiting a meat like substance.
If you live in this area and your dog is experiencing any of these symptoms, get your pet to your veterinary office immediately. We are asking pet owners to be hyper vigilant; do not leave your pet unsupervised outside for any length of time. Check your property for any suspicious substances such as raw meat, deceased animals etc
We are also providing a tip line for reports. If you live in this area and notice any suspicious activity, please email ASOSC.caninesupervisor@gmail.com or call 423-279-2741, hit option 1 and leave a message for AC Officer Gamble.
Please note, it is illegal to poison ANY animal outside of using mouse poison with intention for mice. Persons may not poison cats, dogs, coyotes etc for any reason. It is also unlawful to allow your dog to run at large, and it can be dangerous for them. Keep your animals safe and keep them at home.
This is an ongoing investigation with the assistance from the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office and local vet clinics. At this time we do not know if the poisoning was intentional, or coincidental.
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I hope they identify the person doing this and charge them!! What a terrible human being. 😡
Just about as sorry as anyone could get. So sad.
My brother's baby was one of them. Thank God he made it
Two more days....come find a furry friend. We have so many great dogs waiting for YOU! 🏡🐕
FRI-SAT 1230-530 PM
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Update : a second brown dog just showed up at the same place
Do you know me? I’m currently on Gottland Shoals road, contained at a nice ladies house. We are hoping to help me get home instead of having to come to the shelter 😔 I’m a young guy and might just be learning to be a LDG.
Please call 423-279-2741 option 1 (leave a message) if you know where I belong
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Update - second brown dog (pictured) showed up
Has anyone claimed the beautiful white dog? Blessings, Pam
What city?
Courtesy posting for Bristol city TN animal control. Found West Cedar Street 3/13/25
Please call their non emergency number at 423-988-5600
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Courtesy posting for Bristol City TN animal control. Found on Florida Ave 3/12/25
Please call their non emergency number at 423-989-5600
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THIS ENDS SATURDAY!!
Come find your forever friend! We have lot of fur babies looking for their forever homes ❤️🐕Continued reduced fee this week. Come meet your new family member 🐾
Hope to see you soon 🏡
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Courtesy posting for Bristol City Animal Control, picked up on Booher Road 3/11/25. Please contact their non emergency dispatch number at 423-989-5600
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Pretty ❣️
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Meet Nancy, the tortoiseshell queen of sass with a *big* personality and an even bigger attitude. She’s bi-polar, but not in the fun, quirky way—more like in the “one minute she’s giving you head-butts of love, and the next she’s dramatically flipping her tail and pretending you don’t exist” way.
Nancy LOVES attention… when *she* wants it. One minute, she’s purring like a motorboat and demanding belly rubs (but don't get too comfy—if you’re not quick enough, you’ll get a gentle reminder in the form of a swat). The next, she’s scowling at you from across the room as if you’ve personally offended her by, well, existing. She believes every chair, couch, and piece of furniture is her throne, and you’ll just have to deal with that. She’ll act like you’re not worthy of sharing her space, but if she’s in the right mood, she’ll climb into your lap and make you question why you ever doubted her.
Nancy’s idea of affection is 50% love, 50% “you’re here to serve me, peasant.” She’ll give you just enough snuggles to make you fall in love, but don’t be surprised if she suddenly ignores you for an hour because she’s busy plotting her next move.
Nancy will keep you on your toes—confused, entertained, and occasionally wondering if she’s secretly plotting world domination. If you’re up for the challenge of living with a lovable little butthead who’ll make you laugh, roll your eyes, and feel incredibly lucky to be her human, Nancy’s your gal.
Ready for a rollercoaster of affection, sass, and unpredictable moments? Nancy’s waiting for you.
Fill out the link below and Godspeed 👇
service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=sctnas&method=online_form_html&formid=3
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Mark your calendars for our Spring Outreach!
A couple of our adoptable dogs will make an appearance! We will have goodies to hand out- popsicles, temporary tattoos, stickers, crayons with coloring books (while supplies last).
We will also have a table where you can find out all about our wonderful programs. Our T-shirts and other merchandise will be for sale.
There will be a sign up sheet to tour the shelter every 30 minutes from 12 to 2:30 pm. The shelter will be providing 3 inflatables- 2 bouncy houses and 1 obstacle course inflatable with prizes.
There will be food trucks and many vendor booths for you to check out.
The Easter Bunny will also be there! Bring your dogs and kids to get their picture taken!
This content isn't available right now
When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Check out our spay/neuter clinic page! We will be adding monthly stats and more! 🐈❤️🐕
www.facebook.com
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit spay/neuter clinic providing low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination services to help reduce the number of animals coming into shelters. We are located inside the Animal Shel...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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