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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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.
🚨 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
What city?
Poor Babies. Thank you for helping these babies and trying to find the owners. You are a great person.
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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Come meet Colt!
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We are looking for sponsors for our Spring Outreach. Please contact one of the emails on the flyer if you wish to provide a donation! Thank you!
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Do you know? I was found on Hawk St blountville. Please bring proof of ownership.
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Do you know Me? I was found on Ridgemomt Dr in colonial heights. Please come with proof of ownership!
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Do you know me?! I was found Shipley ferry rd, please come with proof of ownership. I’m missing my family.
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Where was it near found?
Is it a boy? Fixed? He looks like my lost dog. Thx
This looks alot like my aunts dog that went missing in 2023, her dogs name is winston please try calling this dog by the name Winston to see if he responds if you still have him.
Continued reduced fee this week. Come meet your new family member 🐾
Hope to see you soon 🏡
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💜Sunday Shelter Snapshot 🐾
Another amazing week for our animals and their new forever families.
Congratulations and happy life 🏡
Our community rocks 🪨
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3/7/25
Found on Big Ridge Road in Kingsport. Has been there for several days.
Please have proof of ownership ready and call 423-279-2741 option 2
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💞 What a cutie❣️
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Come out today, Saturday, March 8th for sponsored adoptions fees with approved application 🐾
All dogs 3 months or older qualify. We have so many great dogs waiting for YOU! 🏡
It's a perfect day to find your new best friend 🧡 1230-530 PM
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Come adopt your new best friend tomorrow. All dogs are sponsored with approved application.
Come to PetSmart Bristol, VA and check us out!!
See you soon 🐾🏡
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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.
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