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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So many licks.....so little time!
Come get some doggy love this February. 👄
$60 with approved application ❤️
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Hey can you guys do a Welfare check on these dogs in this marketplace post? www.facebook.com/share/14UvatAhjRy/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Come "Fall in Love" with your new best friend 😺💕
$30 with approved application 💝
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‼️ The power of sharing! ‼️
Sweet Nelson had been missing for a week. This senior guy is deaf and almost blind, and his family was so worried.
Today, a kind gentleman brought him into the shelter, and one of our amazing receptionists recognized him from a Lost & Found post she had seen shared online. Thanks to everyone who shared and helped spread the word, Nelson was reunited with his family today 🐾❤️
To top it off, Nelson also received a microchip so he’ll always find his way home.
This is why sharing matters. This is community. 💕
We have lots of followers! We ask that you share our post 💕 Adoption happen, reclaims happen! Lives are saved daily because of a simple share!
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So happy for you all! I had a scare like that once with my senior girl that was losing eye sight so from then on I became her seeing eye human 😉 and she never went out the front door to use the bathroom without a leash.
Wonderful! I just love a happy ending
Great News!
Courtesy post. This dog is not at the shelter. Please contact the number on the flyer if this is your dog.
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Thank you for caring and sharing.
Shared
**This is not Nelson. We are still looking for this pets owner**
Do you know me? I was found on Ridge Rd. in Blountville. Please tell my family where I am. Call 423-279-2741 option 2.
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I want it if not claimed. It is a Yorkipoo
I have one but different colors. Looks like he’s taking care of, his hair doesn’t look tangled. I bet they are looking for him. I hope they find him. These dogs are very special to me because I have one and they are really good for anxiety at least for me.
ADORABLE ❤️
🐾 Pet of the Day: Dan the Man! 🐾
Dan the man, Dan is THE man! 😎🐶
This playful, energetic boy is about 1 year old and weighs 50 lbs of pure fun. Dan loves other dogs and is always ready to play—he’s the kind of pup who keeps life exciting!
He’s looking for an active family who can keep up with his energy and give him the loving home he deserves. 💙
🏡 Think Dan might be your perfect match?
Come meet him and see why everyone falls in love with Dan the Man!
#PetOfTheDay #DanTheMan #AdoptDontShop #ShelterDogs #DogsofInstagram #PlayfulPup #ForeverHome #animalshelterofsullivancounty
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He’s so handsome!
Dan enjoyed his afternoon hanging at our adoption event Tractor Supply Co. in Bristol!
Gorgeous dog!♥️
Sunday Shelter Successes 🐾
We had a great week of adoptions. Congratulations and happy life to our families 🏡
19 Adoptions
😺 16 Kitties
🐕 3 dogs
🐶 8 to Rescue
💕
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Awesome
Another baby that needs our help 😢
“Just another Pitty story? No, I’m Pitty-ful!”
Heard it here first folks, Shari was carried in today feeling sick as a dog. 👀 These nice ladies in the clinic couldn’t get their paws on her fast enough, but as soon as they did they got her perked up, vaccinated, and looking her best. Shari has only one request from you guys though, these eyes. They need some veterinary intervention so she can happily see her way into someone’s loving home.
You want her to see how happy she makes you, right?..
If you answered no, then why have you even made it this far down the post? Weird.
Whether it’s a share, like or donation Shari is ulta-MUTT-ly grateful.
Thank you Shari much!
Ways to donate!
Venmo:
venmo.com/code?user_id=4526141637396502430&created=1770326443.167356&printed=1
Website:
animalshelter-sullivancounty.networkforgood.com/projects/204694-support-the-animal-shelter-of-sul...
Or the link below ⬇️
5 CommentsComment on Facebook
Let's get these Cherry eyes fixed up right!
Donated! Sweet girl, we will take great care of you!
What did you do just five dollars for a donation!?
Come out and see us! These babies are excited to bust out for the day ❤️Come meet some PAW-SOME dogs at our Tractor Supply Adoption Event. 🐾
See you on Saturday!!
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Courtesy posting for Bristol city Tennessee animal control picked up on Broad Street February 4, 2026. Please call their nonemergency number at 423-989-5600.
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I live in that neighborhood and saw someone walking this dog just a few days ago. Unfortunately, I don't remember where exactly or what the person looked like. But this dog definitely has a home. Sharing! Definitely needs to go in the NextDoor app, too.
Beautiful fur baby!!
Beautiful
🎸🐾 THANK YOU, Hard Rock! 🐾🎸
We are incredibly grateful to the amazing employees at Hard Rock for their generous donation to our shelter today! Because of their kindness, we can continue our mission and support the animals and people in our community.
We may be a small shelter, but with support like this, we make a big impact. If you’d like to get involved and help our shelter, we’d love to hear from you—please reach out! ❤️🐶🐱
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Holy smokes, that's a big ole check! Thank you, employees of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol!! Y'all have made a big difference in a lot of animals' lives. Except Sonny, I'm busting hisself out of there in the morning - LOL!! Seriously, that's really amazing. Y'all "ROCK HARD"! ❤🐾
That is major praise God!!!
That's amazing! ❤️
ADOPTED ♥️
**Meet Baby, 7month old male**
Hi! My name is Baby, and I am a big love bug. I adore curling up in laps, purring, and cuddling for as long as you’ll let me. I’m affectionate, gentle, and happiest when I’m close to my people.
I do walk a little differently than most cats and can be a bit wobbly on my feet. Sometimes I get around using a modified “army crawl.” I’ve had X-rays, bloodwork, and a thorough veterinary exam, and the conclusion is that I was likely born this way, possibly due to trauma to my spinal cord during the birthing process. The good news is that I am otherwise healthy and have a clean bill of health.
I get around just fine in my own unique way, even if I look a little different doing it. Despite my mobility challenges, I am 100% reliable with using the litter box. I’m also playful and enjoy having fun when the mood strikes.
I would love a calm, loving home where I can feel safe, secure, and cherished for exactly who I am.
Please fill out the application !
service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=sctnas&method=online_form_html&formid=3
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we LOVE having baby in our home!! thank you The Animal Shelter of Sullivan County for the opportunity to love this sweet boy❤️
Black cats are great buddies and lap cats.
What a handsome boy!! Praying your happily ever after is coming very soon sweetie! 🙏🏼❤️
Come meet some PAW-SOME dogs at our Tractor Supply Adoption Event. 🐾
See you on Saturday!!
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🐈 ♥️✂️🙀💔🐈⬛
ASOSC Spay/Neuter Clinic are fixing your Ex’s! 🙀
💘 February is Fix Your Cat Month! Your donation helps prevent unwanted kittens and keeps community cats healthy.
For $25, we’ll name a feral cat after your ex… then spay or neuter them 😼✂️ We’ll even share a pic of the newly fixed kitty!
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Do you need a VALENTINE ?? 💝
💕 Send a valentine to a shelter pet! 💕
For just $5, you can brighten a shelter pet’s Valentine’s Day with extra love, treats, and attention 💋
Your name will be added to a Valentine heart displayed on their kennels— showing our pets they’re not forgotten.
💌 Donate today and be a shelter pet’s furry Valentine! 🐈🐕
Pledge your $5 to any dog or cat & note your name/message for the valentine 💕
-Come by in person to donate & choose an animal as your valentine
-Use donate button on our website, please note name/info in the comment box!
animalshelter-sullivancounty.networkforgood.com/projects/204694-support-the-animal-shelter-of-sul...
-We are excited to provide a vemno link now!
donate & note a special animal/message in comments!
venmo.com/code?user_id=4526141637396502430&created=1770326443.167356&printed=1
**Your heart can go to any cat or dog and leave a special message, who its from or "in memory of 😇" **
We will take pictures and video of the sweet messages on Valentines Day 🐾
Thank you for making our shelter animals feel loved 🥰
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Thank you to everyone who has donated and shared! We are excited to share some pictures and videos on Valentine’s Day! 💕
Love to see you guys get a Venmo !
Donated ❤️
❄️ Snow Day Check-In! ❄️🐾
Do your pets LOVE the snow… or want nothing to do with it? 😂
☃️ Drop a ❄️ if they’re snow lovers
🔥 Drop a 🔥 if they’re staying cozy inside
📸 We want to see them!
Share a photo of your pets in the snow in the comments—we’d love to see those winter cuties!
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🤯🐾 WOW! Look at all the animals spayed and neutered in January 2026!
These numbers represent fewer unwanted litters, healthier pets, and a stronger community. Spaying and neutering is one of the most impactful ways we can reduce pet overpopulation and help animals live longer, healthier lives.
💙 A huge THANK YOU to our incredible veterinarians and medical team for their dedication, compassion, and tireless work. This wouldn’t be possible without you! 💪
📅 Need assistance or want to schedule an appointment?
Please visit our website to book an appointment.
Animalshelter-Sullivancounty.org
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AWESOME
Hey, if I can share a photo, it's been a few minutes.But can you find a dog for me that was turned into you guys by someone , my cousin dated , and he would really love to have her back
Pet of the Day: Lucy
🐾 Meet Lucy! 🐾
Lucy is a 3-year-old gentle giant with a heart full of love. She’s playful, friendly with other dogs, and adores attention. 🐶❤️
She’s also a staff and volunteer favorite—everyone who meets her falls in love with her sweet, loving personality!
Lucy is patiently waiting for her special person to give her the forever home she deserves. Could that be you?
🎥 in comments! 🎥
📅 Come meet her today!
#AdoptLucy #PetOfTheDay #AdoptDontShop #DogsOfInstagram #GentleGiant #ForeverHomeNeeded #ShelterDogs #StaffFavorite #animalshelterofsullivancounty
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Courtesy posting for Bristol city tn animal control, 1st dog found on Virginia ave and the last two on sweet knob trail . Please call 423-989-5600 with information
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These poor babies Thank you for saving them
I pray these sweet dogs have not been outside long during this cold 🥶 weather. Thank you shelter for bringing them in to care for!💜
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
🥳BIG SHOUT OUT to Rural King in Bristol VA for this BIG Pallet of food! We didn’t get to have our event due to weather but we thank you for your support!
Also shout out to Jake our animal control for going to get this and cat litter ( 100bags) today and unloading on his own 💪 we have an amazing team at the shelter!
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Nick! Miss you buddy!
The weather cancelled the event two weekends in a row ,but we promise to get their soon for and ever. Thank you for the donations and Jake my hero for always going above and beyond to take care of anything that needs done!
Thanks guys! It’s great how Rural King is so generous ! And how Jake goes above and beyond for our cats and dogs !!
So many licks.....so little time!
Come get some doggy love this February. 👄
$60 with approved application ❤️
1 CommentComment on Facebook
Hey can you guys do a Welfare check on these dogs in this marketplace post? www.facebook.com/share/14UvatAhjRy/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Come "Fall in Love" with your new best friend 😺💕
$30 with approved application 💝
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
‼️ The power of sharing! ‼️
Sweet Nelson had been missing for a week. This senior guy is deaf and almost blind, and his family was so worried.
Today, a kind gentleman brought him into the shelter, and one of our amazing receptionists recognized him from a Lost & Found post she had seen shared online. Thanks to everyone who shared and helped spread the word, Nelson was reunited with his family today 🐾❤️
To top it off, Nelson also received a microchip so he’ll always find his way home.
This is why sharing matters. This is community. 💕
We have lots of followers! We ask that you share our post 💕 Adoption happen, reclaims happen! Lives are saved daily because of a simple share!
19 CommentsComment on Facebook
So happy for you all! I had a scare like that once with my senior girl that was losing eye sight so from then on I became her seeing eye human 😉 and she never went out the front door to use the bathroom without a leash.
Wonderful! I just love a happy ending
Great News!
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