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.
We’re here to help- What to know before you visit!
At The Animal Shelter of Sullivan County, Tennessee, we’re proud to offer a variety of services to support pets and the people who love them. From low-cost vaccine clinics and spay/neuter services to our pet food assistance program and community adoption events, we’re here to help keep pets healthy, in loving homes, and out of the shelter whenever possible.
Owner surrenders are accepted by appointment only so we can give each pet the time and care they deserve. Please call us at 423-279-2741 to schedule your appointment. We are unable to accommodate walk-in surrenders at this time.
For animal control calls, our team responds based on urgency to ensure the most critical situations are handled first. If you have found a stray animal, please contact animal control, as all strays must be brought in through their services.
Thank you for helping us care for our community’s animals! 🐾
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.
Rehome your Pet
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!
View all our Adoptables
View all of the wonderful animal companions waiting for adoption at our shelter on Adopt A Pet!
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🇺🇸 Memorial Day Closure Notice 🇺🇸
The Animal Shelter of Sullivan County will be CLOSED on Memorial Day as we take time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. ❤️🤍💙
We will reopen during normal business hours on Tuesday. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our shelter pets and staff!
We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. 🐾
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Courtesy posting for Bristol city TN animal control. This dog was found at Bass pro at the pinnacle. It is chipped but the owner hasn’t registered it yet. Please call 423-989-5600 to reclaim
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Sunday Shelter Successes 🐾
Another amazing week of adoptions for our babies ♥️
Congratulations to each family and happy life 🏡
24 Adoptions
😸 21 Kitties
🐕 3 Dogs
🐾 4 Reclaimed & 6 to Rescue
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Prayers for all these cuties 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
This dog was found and brought to the airport emergency vet. There is a chip but the number is dead. Please call 423-279-2741 option 2 or 3 if this is your dog.
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Owner on way to pick up
Was this Claire??
Awww just lost my 18yr old chawauwa there couple weeks ago 😭
Come to PetSmart-Bristol for an Adoption Event. See you Saturday ❤️
ADOPT!!
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Come see us Saturday, May 23rd at Petsmart-Kingsport for our Adoption Event. Come adopt, donate, or buy some shelter swag! We are collecting kitty donations, too!!
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Come see us today!!! 🐾❤️
Do you have a link that I can send a large bag of food through Amazon?
Operation Safe Pet microchipping kits are now in the hands of Bristol City patrol officers! 🐾 We are so thankful for our partnership with Bristol City and their Animal Control team.
These scanners will help more lost pets get identified quickly and reunited with their families faster. Microchips are such an important tool because collars and tags can fall off, but a microchip is permanent and can help shelters, veterinarians, and animal control officers find an owner when a pet is lost. ❤️
We also offer microchipping services at the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County by appointment! If you would like to get your pet microchipped, please visit our website for an appointment
🌐animalshelter-sullivancounty.org
Every microchip gives a lost pet a better chance of making it back home safely.
📸Pictured today: Edeania Parr (ACO) , Chief Austin, Brandi Perkey (Director) Tyler Thomas(patrol),Kevin Testerman (ACO) and Major Bush
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Big shout of to Holston Reality for the wonderful donations! Thank you for your support! ❤️
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Thanks to all involved in this generous donation.
Thats awesome, thank you!!
Courtesy posting for Bristol City Animal Control. Found at Deer run apartments. Please call 423-989-5600
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This sweet pup has been rescued 🐾
Poor baby so skinny 😥
Please don’t give back to the owner!Looks like skin and bones.
This little baby was found on Sunny Lane in Kingsport. Please call 423-279-2741 if this is your dog
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I need the man that runs the Cat area to call me back i didn't get the correct email address i think his name was nick the dang message he left got deleted 😭.... I need that man to call me over reached out and called and re called and still cant get him again sorry i left this under here BUT im in desperate times... Thanks
So glad she was saved. Her photo was on ND by a girl that saw her but couldn’t take her to safety. Everyone that saw her post couldn’t figure out where the pup was located to help Thank you The Animal of Sullivan County 💯❤️I wonder if the owner is out of town or hospitalized and the pup escaped from someone caring for this dog ?
If no one claims him I’ll take him
Courtesy posting for Bristol city, Tennessee animal control. Picked up on 6th Street. Please call their nonemergency dispatch number for information 423-989-5600.
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Puppers are waiting for YOU!
$60 Adoption fee with Approved Application for May
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Do you know me? I was found Rock Hold Methodist Church in Bluff City. I’m very scared. Please tell my family where I am. Please call the shelter at 423-279-2741 option 2 or 3 with any information.
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Was the dog microchipped? I had about 4 -5 dogs with markings like that. They would be older dogs now. They were puppies when adopted.
I just got off work the shelters done closed. If u can call or text me please and let me know what I need to do.im so excited to see her omg
I totally agree, not the same dog. Look at the white streak on the forehead, between the eyes. I do hope that you do find your lost dog safe and sound.
Do you know me?! Was found on Buffalo Rd in Bluff City
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What kind of dog do you think that is?
What a beautiful furbaby prayers it finds a forever loving family and home 🏡 ❤️ 🙏
Cutie
Sunday Shelter Successes 🐾
What a PAW-some week of adoptions. So happy for our babies and their new family members ❤️
Happy life!!! Congratulations 🏡
34 Adoptions:
😺 26 Kitties
🐕 8 Dogs
🐶 3 Reclaimed
🐾 9 to Rescue
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Come join us for some block party fun!!!! Come meet some adoptable dogs and bring a donation 🐾
We will have shelter swag, too 👕
Can't wait to see you and partner with Holston Realty! See you soon 💖
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Is Hooligan still there??
*Not at the shelter, finder is holding * Found near the dollar general on Hwy 93 in fall branch. Please call 423-279-2741 option 1 if this is your dog and we will put you in touch with the finder.
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😳 5-6 found pibbles in 2 days? That reminds me of when a greeder or other (bad word) starts dumping. I hope they all actually have homes and love
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We love good adoption updates for Throwback Thursday 🐾
Love seeing our adopted babies happy in their homes. Why we do what we do ♥️
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Awe Iggy.... have a happy life.
April showers, Bring May Adoptions 😺
$30 with Approved Application 🐾
Come adopt this Fri-Sat 1230-530 PM
📫380 Masengill Rd Blountville
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Loving the little guy I got from you all!❤️
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I eent to adopt and had the worst experience with the lady at the counter. She was so rude. I dont think ill ever promote your animal. By rude; thats putting it nicely. She is aggressive, combative. Treated me like i was stupid, had no oh im sorry youre denied. It was basically youre denied and get out . Should I apologize for coming in that day?
🐱 Kitten Season is HERE… and these tiny babies can EAT! 🍼💕
Our shelter is officially in full swing of kitten season, and we are going through food faster than we can keep the shelves stocked. Every day we are caring for hungry kittens that need bottles, canned food, and lots of love while they grow big and strong.
Right now our biggest needs are:
🐾 Purina Kitten Chow
🐾 Fancy Feast Kitten canned food
🐾 Canned wet food for mama cats and adult kitties
This food helps not only the kittens here at the shelter, but also all of the kittens in foster homes for us as well! Our fosters are caring for babies around the clock, and keeping them stocked with food is a huge part of saving lives during kitten season. ❤️
We’ll be adding our wish lists for:
🛒 Chewy
www.chewy.com/g/animal-shelter-of-sullivan-county-inc_b75988837
🛒 Amazon
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Every bag, can, share, and donation truly helps us feed these little lives. 🐾💕
Thank you for always supporting our shelter, foster families, the mama cats, and the tiniest members of our community!
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Do you know me? I’m not really happy I was caught on Beaver Creek Rd in Bluff City, but if you see my family can you tell them where I’m at? Please call the shelter 423-279-2741 with any info.
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I think I saw a pic of the dog on tri cities list and found they were looking for him or her
Hope ur baby comes home
Prayers for his safe return home ❤️ 🏡 🙏
🇺🇸 Memorial Day Closure Notice 🇺🇸
The Animal Shelter of Sullivan County will be CLOSED on Memorial Day as we take time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. ❤️🤍💙
We will reopen during normal business hours on Tuesday. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our shelter pets and staff!
We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. 🐾
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Courtesy posting for Bristol city TN animal control. This dog was found at Bass pro at the pinnacle. It is chipped but the owner hasn’t registered it yet. Please call 423-989-5600 to reclaim
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