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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Come find your new best friend.
New Year, New Rescue 🧡
$60 with approved application 🐾
Mon-Wed Fri-Sat 1230-530 PM
380 Masengill Rd Blountville
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Prayers‼️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
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Sunday Shelter Successes 🐾
Another great week of adoptions! Ended our week with 2 events.
Happy life to all our sweet animals that found a forever home. 🏡
Our community is amazing, thank you for your support 🧡
27 Adoptions
😸 24 Kitties
🐕 3 Dogs
🐶 1 Reclaimed & 5 to Rescue
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Courtesy posting for Bristol city animal control. This pup was found 2 days ago near Hainesfield Elementary. Please call 423-989-5600 for information
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Stop by Petsmart in Bristol tomorrow and adopt. Koozie, our longest resident, will be ready to meet you! 🐾
See you there!
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My daughter said somebody has little puppies in a crate in front of hobby lobby again selling them out here in this weather. I do not remember what happened the last time, but I don't think this is legal or moral. I'm just letting you know because I don't know who else to let know
Come meet our adoptable animals at our Petsmart-Kingsport, Joy Event this Saturday. 🐾
Lots of dogs and kitties will be available and we will have some shelter swag, too! See you this weekend 🧡 #adoptdontshop
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01/13/2026
📵 Our phones have been down a good bit of the day; we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience!! 📵
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Courtesy posting for Bristol city Tennessee animal control- found on Island road. Please contact their nonemergency number at 423-989-5600 with questions or if you have information.
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Bless It! That baby needs care and love! I would take this baby and spoil it.
Its very skinny. Hip bones are sticking out 😭..... however, what kind of dog was it that ran off when the car it was in wrecked on the interstate a couple months ago....?
Praying this poor dog does not go back to its owners because they clearly can't take care of it. This is so sad to see. Praying it gets care and a loving home.
Courtesy posting for Bristol city Tennessee animal control found on Highway 11 W near the pinnacle . Please contact their nonemergency number at 423-989-5600 with questions or if you have information.
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Do you know me? Found near Patrick Henry Circle in Kingsport TN. This dog has a chip, but unfortunately it isn’t registered. Please call 423-279-2741 option 2, or come to the shelter during regular hours. Must have proof of ownership.
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He looks identical to my Fernie boy. I bet he/she is from the same litter. His litter was separated between 2 shelters December 2024 (I want to say they said he was a part of a litter of 14). We got him from Washington County. Are you able to reach out to the shelter if that is where the microchip was done at to get more information?
Hope he gets to go home and pray it’s a good home!
A very sweet dog that I took for a walk yesterday at the shelter
Meet Max! 🐾
Max is a 3-year-old, 55-lb teddy bear who is full of love and charm. He absolutely adores attention and will happily soak up all the pets you’re willing to give. Toys are one of his favorite things, and he shines in play group—Max is dog-friendly and loves romping around with his canine friends!
Max has been patiently waiting at the shelter for 37 days, and while his family made the tough decision not to keep him anymore, Max hasn’t let that dampen his sweet spirit. He’s still hopeful and ready to find a forever home where he can finally settle in and feel loved.
If you’re looking for a fun, affectionate, and loyal companion, Max is ready to make your house a home. 🏡
Come meet sweet Max—you just might fall in love! 💕
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I'm interested in adopting him. I've done an application and tried to call but the line was busy all day today
Sunday Shelter Successes 🐾
What a great week of adoptions 🏡
Huge thank you to our community for your support and providing homes for so many of our babies. Happy life!!
38 Adoptions:
😺 28 Kitties
🐕 10 Doggies
🐶 3 Reclaimed & 9 to Rescue
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Found in near Flatwoods road by a kind gentleman. If you recognize this dog, please call us at 423-279-2741 option 2 or 3
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Found one many years ago in same area. Been the best boy I have ever had. He is now old and fat like his owner.
Poor baby
This lovely look pretty hungry
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She’s an amazing sweet girl. She loved everyone including kids. She loves to lick your face and did great in the car. She’s a big love bug!! She was adopted and returned because of cats so she needs a no kitty home.
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
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Just donated a bed for the fur babies.
Our sweet Larry as our model! ♥️
How much is a bed??
Meow! Adopt 😺♥️🐾
$30 with approved application for January 🏡
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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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Updated: She left for rescue! 🐾🫶🏼
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
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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
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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.
Julie Reynolds Holbrook
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.
Come find your new best friend.
New Year, New Rescue 🧡
$60 with approved application 🐾
Mon-Wed Fri-Sat 1230-530 PM
380 Masengill Rd Blountville
4 CommentsComment on Facebook
Prayers‼️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Shared
Sunday Shelter Successes 🐾
Another great week of adoptions! Ended our week with 2 events.
Happy life to all our sweet animals that found a forever home. 🏡
Our community is amazing, thank you for your support 🧡
27 Adoptions
😸 24 Kitties
🐕 3 Dogs
🐶 1 Reclaimed & 5 to Rescue
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