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!
View all our Adoptables
View all of the wonderful animal companions waiting for adoption at our shelter on Adopt A Pet!
Events
News
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Thank you squabble state for hosting this wonderful event! The pups and volunteers had a great time, and one of them found their forever home! We appreciate you!
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A gentleman is actively searching for his two missing dogs. We do not have a picture but the information is below. Please give him a call if you have information. They do not have on their ID tags currently.
1. female rottie mix named Roxie
2. Male Bernese mountain dog mix named Budah
Missing from Chaney Point area of Kingsport.
Please call Keith at 407-446-6821
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This is my neighbors dogs if anyone could help us get with Heather. I private message her and gave his number.
Could this be them??
So many cute kitties 😸 waiting for their second chance at forever.
$30 with approved application 🧡
Mon-Wed Fri-Sat 1230-530 PM
380 Masengill Rd Blountville
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So adorable but I think five is enough
Found off 421 in Bristol, collar was placed on by the finder. Please call 423-279-2741 option 2
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Courtesy posting for Bristol City TN animal control. Found on Edgemont Ave . Please call their non emergency number at 423-989-5600
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Courtesy posting for Bristol city TN animal control . Found on Holston Dr. please call their non emergency number 423-989-5600
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We all need a second chance 🧡
Come adopt one of our little turkeys and find your new family member. Thankful for the unconditional love animals give us!
November Adoption Special:
$60 dogs 🐕 and $30 kitties 😸 with approved application🏡
Mon-Wed & Fri-Sat 1230-530 PM
380 Masengill Rd Blountville
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Come buy this am for your livestock a snack. Happy Halloween 🎃
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Come see these PAW-SOME dogs this Saturday! They are all up for adoption. We will also collect donations for the shelter.
See you there! Come Sit, Sip & Stay! Sip, Sit, Stay at Squabble State | Benefiting the Animal Shelter of Sullivan County ❤️ 🐾
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Its National Cat Day!
Come and join kitty world.
Adopt 😺 Dont Shop
Petsmart Kingsport & Bristol also have kitties for you.
Mon-Wed & Fri-Sat 1230-530 PM
380 Masengill Rd Blountville
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Meow Monday!
Come adopt your BOO👻 this week before October is over.
$30 with approved application 😺
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Any Torties?
Do u still have,eve
Come fall in love with your BOO 👻
$30 Adoption Special for October with approved application 🐾
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Sunday Shelter Successes 🐾
Great week of adoptions! We had events, sponsored adoption fees, and it was a GREAT week! 27 Adoptions!!
Thank you and congratulations to all the families. Happy life 🧡
Stats:
🐕4
😸23
🐶 3 reclaimed & 1 to rescue
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Flower (Thursday) is loving her new home 💕
27 lives saved and 27 happy hearts of humans that are blessed to have those babies love them ❤️🙏
This is wonderful news!
Starting today, our pumpkin Patch will be discounted.
Our community has been so supportive and we are ready to finish up strong!!
Come see us today, Sunday 1-7 PM and this week, Mon- Thurs, 3-7 PM.
Thursday is our last day of sales 🎃
See you at the Patch!
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Come see us at Stickleys Farm from 11-3pm today for Trunk or Treat and car show! Thank you to Kimberly Cares for hosting and your support 🫶🏻
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Tonya Burchfield even better of a reason to go today!
Come out and see us!Come see us this Saturday, 10/25 for waived adoption fees with approved application 🐾
Come to the shelter or both Petsmart locations: Kingsport & Bristol 🧡
Come find your new best friend!
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Meow! Come adopt your BOO👻
Fri-Sat 1230-530 PM
380 Masengill Rd Blountville
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I hope all of these babies get a good home 💖💖💖
My mom wants eve but she won't get make it tommorw
Sebastian Ramos 🥺
Come see us this Saturday, 10/25 for waived adoption fees with approved application 🐾
Come to the shelter or both Petsmart locations: Kingsport & Bristol 🧡
Come find your new best friend!
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Are there any small dogs?
Is Larry going to this event?
Animal control is searching for the owner of this dog found on Highway 75, blountville TN.
Please call 423-279-2741.
This baby is currently receiving medical care.
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What happened to him? Was he hit or has he mange?
I hate animal abuse as much as anyone. I used to work/volunteer at your shelter. But don't be too quick to judge. The owner could be elderly/in poor health and on a fixed income, unaware of resources that are available to help. They may actually love this dog and feel guilty about not being able to give it the care it needs...just saying.
Is this a husky? There’s a girl who is missing 2 huskies from blountville area that her dog sitter stole from her. (I’m sure someone else can remember it better than me). I wonder if this could be one of them?
Come meet these awesome kitties and doggies. 🐾
It is National Adoption week and this Sunday, there will be treats for your pets at Petsmart-Kingsport. Come trick or treat with your pet and add a new furry friend to your home!
Merchandise or donations can be purchased. See you Sunday 👻🧡
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I hope no one adopts those black kitties for weird reasons 🙏
Rick Milhorn
It's National Adoption Week!
We have a few adoption events this weekend.
Come find your new best friend 🧡 Kitties & doggies are waiting for YOU!
Bristol, VA PetSmart, Exit 7🐾
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Owner found!
Courtesy posting for Bristol City TN animal control. Found on Lily st near King College. Please call 423-989-5600
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I found a dog in Kingsport on American Way I can't keep him but I brought him home to feed him until I am able to bring him to the shelter. My boss let me bring him inside if I promised to take him home and help him find a loving home.
This guy was found on BelleBrook Rd in Bristol. He's been running loose for at least a couple weeks. Anyone recognize him? He had a collar on so I'm guessing he wasn't just dumped.
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Sullivan County Animal Control recently responded to a neglect case involving four dogs in Bloomingdale area. All four dogs are now safe and receiving care.
An investigation is underway, and charges are pending. We appreciate the community’s continued support in reporting neglect and helping us protect animals in need.
Enjoy the slow mo video ♥️
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Thank you for pursuing charges: it takes a lot of perseverance and hard work to hold people accountable. Sincere “hats off” to you!
Thank you for rescuing these babies ❤️
Bless you for saving them.
✨ Shelter Update! ✨
Our shelter just got a major refresh — and our furry friends are loving it! 🐾
🐱 New ceilings in the cat rooms (no more lost heat & AC — thanks, mice 🙃)
🐶 A fresh new look for the dog meet & greet area
💡 Bright new lighting throughout the space
These upgrades make the shelter more comfortable, safe, and welcoming for pets and people. 💕
None of this would’ve been possible without the support of our amazing community — thank you! 🏡🐾
#ShelterUpdate #CommunitySupport #HappyPets #AnimalShelter #AdoptDontShop #MakingADifference
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Oh yay!! It looks awesome
Beautiful job, looks great.
It looks great. Do you know when the next trap neuter release date is approximately?
Thank you squabble state for hosting this wonderful event! The pups and volunteers had a great time, and one of them found their forever home! We appreciate you!
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
A gentleman is actively searching for his two missing dogs. We do not have a picture but the information is below. Please give him a call if you have information. They do not have on their ID tags currently.
1. female rottie mix named Roxie
2. Male Bernese mountain dog mix named Budah
Missing from Chaney Point area of Kingsport.
Please call Keith at 407-446-6821
5 CommentsComment on Facebook
This is my neighbors dogs if anyone could help us get with Heather. I private message her and gave his number.
Could this be them??
So many cute kitties 😸 waiting for their second chance at forever.
$30 with approved application 🧡
Mon-Wed Fri-Sat 1230-530 PM
380 Masengill Rd Blountville
1 CommentComment on Facebook
So adorable but I think five is enough
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