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  • About
  • Team
  • Adopt
    • Dogs For Adoption
    • Adoption Process
    • Your New Best Friend
    • Why Dogs & Cats Do This
    • How to Train Your Dog
    • Training Videos
    • Veterinary Care Clinics
  • Donate
    • Donations
    • Support Our Cause
    • Partners
    • Corporate Support
  • Foster
    • Fostering a Pet
    • Foster Form
    • Surrender your Pet
    • Surrender Form
  • Volunteer
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  • Therapy Ranch
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  • Success Stories
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    • Tennesse Laws
    • Animal Cruelty
    • Animal Controls
    • Wild life and Horses

Charlie's Angels

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 In memory of Charlie in Milan TN, who touched so many hearts and his story went viral in so many ways. I have decided that he will never be forgotten because now a foundation in his memory has  been  founded through SPCA of Tennessee call "Charlie's Angels" - nothing is impossible if we can make it happen. We will never stop working in what we believed. Please help us make this happened!!!


Address: P.O. Box 1014 Brentwood, TN 37024-1014  

 

adoptable dogs

Grace Bloodhound Mix

Asher Ploott Hound/Aussie Mix

Grace Bloodhound Mix

FOSTER HOME NEEDED!!! Meet Grace she is a Bloodhound Mix. She is smart, gentle, loving, sweet, she loves people and other dogs. She will be good with children. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

Eliza Coonhound Mix

Asher Ploott Hound/Aussie Mix

Grace Bloodhound Mix

Meet Eliza she is 1 year old. She is shy, sweet, gentle. She will go best in a home that is laid back. She gets along with dogs that are not high energy. She will be best with older children. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in fostering or adopting please fill out an application on our website at www.spcatn.org

Asher Ploott Hound/Aussie Mix

Asher Ploott Hound/Aussie Mix

Asher Ploott Hound/Aussie Mix

Asher 2 year old Plotthound/Aussie mix. Sweet, loving, playful. He 40/45 lbs. Cat friendly, good with most dogs, crate trained, quiet, loving, playful, good on leash, loves car rides, loves to play and have fun. He will do great with older children and loves everyone. He is eager to learn and he is treat motivated. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


P.S. Asher has been fully vetted and you are interested in adopting him please fill out an adoption application on our website www.spcatn.org

Oreo Great Dane Mix

Swayze Catahoula Leopard Dog

Asher Ploott Hound/Aussie Mix

  Meet Oreo a 1-2 year old Great Dane mix. He is a great dog good with children, dogs, people, loves to cuddle and play. He loves to ho for walks on the woods. He will love to have a yard to play. For more information please contact Celina 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please go to our website at www.spcatn.org

Louie Basset/Lab Mix

Swayze Catahoula Leopard Dog

Swayze Catahoula Leopard Dog

 Meet Louie is a 5 months old and he is extremely fun and loving he will be great with children and lives other dogs. He has the cutest basset legs. He will be wonderful to any family who loves a sweet cuddling dog. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org 

Swayze Catahoula Leopard Dog

Swayze Catahoula Leopard Dog

Swayze Catahoula Leopard Dog

Meet  Swayze he is 1 year old. He is shy, sweet, gentle. He loves his foster dad and loves he loves to snuggle He gets along with dogs. He will be good with children and loves people.   For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting  please fill out an application on our website at www.spcatn.org

adoptable dogs

Shiloh Border Collie/Lab Mix

Willow English Springer Spaniel

Willow English Springer Spaniel

   Shiloh is a 14 months old Border Collie/Lab Mix. He is sweet, observant & intelligent. Does great with other dogs & small animals. Warms up quickly to people. Shiloh is crate trained and house trained. He is doing well in leash walking. He's eager to please & picking up things quickly. So far, he has enjoyed brushing, expressed interes

   Shiloh is a 14 months old Border Collie/Lab Mix. He is sweet, observant & intelligent. Does great with other dogs & small animals. Warms up quickly to people. Shiloh is crate trained and house trained. He is doing well in leash walking. He's eager to please & picking up things quickly. So far, he has enjoyed brushing, expressed interest in toys, loves cuddles & playing with other dogs. He will be great in a home with other dogs and children and he will enjoyed a fence in yard. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531. 


P.S. Shiloh has been fully vetted and you are interested in adopting him please fill out an adoption application on our website www.spcatn.org

 

Willow English Springer Spaniel

Willow English Springer Spaniel

Willow English Springer Spaniel

 Willow is an English Springer Spaniel/Bernese Mountain Dog Mix. He is extremely  sweet and he is well behaved. He is extremely playful and loves other dogs and people. He is housebroken and does well with other dogs. Please contact Celina at 615-354-3531 for more information.


I met Willow today he is amazing. He knows basic commands loves

 Willow is an English Springer Spaniel/Bernese Mountain Dog Mix. He is extremely  sweet and he is well behaved. He is extremely playful and loves other dogs and people. He is housebroken and does well with other dogs. Please contact Celina at 615-354-3531 for more information.


I met Willow today he is amazing. He knows basic commands loves all

People and got along with all dogs at Petco having all his vaccines. He got microchipped and he is Heartworm negative. He will be great to have a playmate and will do well with children and dogs.


PS If you like to adopt Willow please go to our website at www.spcatn.org

Tess Feist Mix

Willow English Springer Spaniel

Tess Feist Mix

 Meet Tess a sweet loving girl that just wants to be love. She is sweet and loves to cuddle next to you. She will do well with children and people. She is great with other dogs and will make a great addition to any family. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

Adoptable dogs

Finn American Bulldog/Boxer Mix

Finn American Bulldog/Boxer Mix

Finn American Bulldog/Boxer Mix

  Finn, approx 2 yr old American Bulldog/Boxer Mix. Finn is deaf and he knows some American sign language. He is fully vetted, good with other dogs, loves to play, housebroken, crate trained, loving, he will be best with older children. Finn loves people and other dogs. For more information Please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you 

  Finn, approx 2 yr old American Bulldog/Boxer Mix. Finn is deaf and he knows some American sign language. He is fully vetted, good with other dogs, loves to play, housebroken, crate trained, loving, he will be best with older children. Finn loves people and other dogs. For more information Please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting Finn please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

  

Jack Pit Bull Terrier

Finn American Bulldog/Boxer Mix

Finn American Bulldog/Boxer Mix

 Meet Jack he is such a sweet loving boy He is around 2 years old. He is great with everyone. He loves people and loves to play with his foster brother. He will be great with kids and loves loves belly rubs. Jack is around 2 years old and he is extremely playful and fun. For more information please for more information please contact Celi

 Meet Jack he is such a sweet loving boy He is around 2 years old. He is great with everyone. He loves people and loves to play with his foster brother. He will be great with kids and loves loves belly rubs. Jack is around 2 years old and he is extremely playful and fun. For more information please for more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please go to our website at www.spcatn.org and fill out an adoption application.

Scooby Boxer Mix

Finn American Bulldog/Boxer Mix

Scooby Boxer Mix

 Scooby is about a 9 month old Boxer mix pup. He is sweet & loving & loves playing with other dogs. He's doing well on house & crate training, doing excellent on the leash & does well in car. Scooby would make an excellent addition to any family looking for an active & loving pup. He loves all people & is a very happy guy. Please contact 

 Scooby is about a 9 month old Boxer mix pup. He is sweet & loving & loves playing with other dogs. He's doing well on house & crate training, doing excellent on the leash & does well in car. Scooby would make an excellent addition to any family looking for an active & loving pup. He loves all people & is a very happy guy. Please contact Celina at 615-354-3531 for more information.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out an adoption application

on our website at www.spcatn.org

adoptable dogs

Leni Hound Mix

Arvin Shepherd/Lab Mix

River Lab/Husky Mix

Meet Leni she is a 8-10 weeks puppy. She is precious and so loving she will do great with any family who will want to have someone to cuddle with. She is sweet with children and people. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org





River Lab/Husky Mix

Arvin Shepherd/Lab Mix

River Lab/Husky Mix

River is a 1-2 year old Lab/Husky Mix. He is a sweet loving soul. He loves kisses, hugs and he is housebroken and crate trained. He is laid back and loves he is chill at the foster mom house. He is so good with other dogs and he will be best in a home with older children.

River is an awesome dog, he will do well with dogs. He loves to play

River is a 1-2 year old Lab/Husky Mix. He is a sweet loving soul. He loves kisses, hugs and he is housebroken and crate trained. He is laid back and loves he is chill at the foster mom house. He is so good with other dogs and he will be best in a home with older children.

River is an awesome dog, he will do well with dogs. He loves to play and get attention from the owners. He will be best with older children. He loves to be brush and be spoil. He is crate trained and potty trained.


LOVES car rides. Very good rider. Sits in seat & looks out windows. No barking messing around.  Waits in car patiently. He is leash trained.

Please contact Celina at 615-354-3531 for more information.



P.S. If you are interested in adopting him please fill out an adoption application on our website www.spcatn.org

Arvin Shepherd/Lab Mix

Arvin Shepherd/Lab Mix

Arvin Shepherd/Lab Mix

  Arvin is 10 months old Shepherd/Lab mix. He will do well with a family who will pampered him and love him. He is sweet and gentle and a little  bit shy. He loves other dogs and people and he will do well with children. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531. 


PS If you are interested in Arvin please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

adoptable dogs

Trixie Cathoula Leopard Dog

Bernie Anatolian Shepherd/Pyr Mix

Bernie Anatolian Shepherd/Pyr Mix

 Meet Trixie she is a gorgeous sweet girl that came from a neglect place where she was not being care for. She is 1 year old and she needs to gain some weigh.  She will be vaccinated but she needs to heal and gain some weigh. She went to the vet today and got antibiotics snd dewormer. She got only the bortadella due to her being so thin. 

 Meet Trixie she is a gorgeous sweet girl that came from a neglect place where she was not being care for. She is 1 year old and she needs to gain some weigh.  She will be vaccinated but she needs to heal and gain some weigh. She went to the vet today and got antibiotics snd dewormer. She got only the bortadella due to her being so thin. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in fostering or adopting please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org 

Bernie Anatolian Shepherd/Pyr Mix

Bernie Anatolian Shepherd/Pyr Mix

Bernie Anatolian Shepherd/Pyr Mix

Bernie is a 8 months old Anatolian Shepherd/Pyr mix. He is sweet, loving soul. He loves other dogs, people, children. He is doing so well at his foster home and loving life rolling on the grass and playing with his foster siblings. Please contact Celina for more information at 615-354-3531.


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Bernie is a 8 months old Anatolian Shepherd/Pyr mix. He is sweet, loving soul. He loves other dogs, people, children. He is doing so well at his foster home and loving life rolling on the grass and playing with his foster siblings. Please contact Celina for more information at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

Bandit German Shepherd Mix

Bernie Anatolian Shepherd/Pyr Mix

Bandit German Shepherd Mix

 FOSTER HOME NEEDED!!! Meet Bandit a 2 year old sweet German Shepherd mix. He loves dogs, people and he will do well with children. Please contact Celina at 615-354-3531 for more information.


PS If you are interested in fostering or adopting please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

adoptable dogs

Ike Plott Hound Mix

Max Belgium Shepherd/Malinois Mix

Max Belgium Shepherd/Malinois Mix

Ike is around 4 years old Plott Hound mix. He is shy but very sweet & happy. Takes minimal effort to warm up. Cat friendly, good with other dogs. BEAUTIFUL howling voice at sirens, otherwise fairly quiet. Crate trained, housebroken. Good on a leash. He is good riding in the car. Ike is shy towards new people. It will be best with older ki

Ike is around 4 years old Plott Hound mix. He is shy but very sweet & happy. Takes minimal effort to warm up. Cat friendly, good with other dogs. BEAUTIFUL howling voice at sirens, otherwise fairly quiet. Crate trained, housebroken. Good on a leash. He is good riding in the car. Ike is shy towards new people. It will be best with older kids. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out and adoption application at www.spcatn.org

Max Belgium Shepherd/Malinois Mix

Max Belgium Shepherd/Malinois Mix

Max Belgium Shepherd/Malinois Mix

 Max is a 3 year old Belgian Shepherd/Malinois 65.2 pounds. His father is from Belgian and his mon is a retired bloodline  Belgian Shepherd champion. Max is fully vetted and he gets along with other dogs small or large and he does well with cats. He is truly a working dog and he will be great with a family who is active and knows the bree

 Max is a 3 year old Belgian Shepherd/Malinois 65.2 pounds. His father is from Belgian and his mon is a retired bloodline  Belgian Shepherd champion. Max is fully vetted and he gets along with other dogs small or large and he does well with cats. He is truly a working dog and he will be great with a family who is active and knows the breed. He loves to play and run and have fun. He is very athletic. He loves to work and learn. He needs a strong leader to keep working with him.


PS If you are interested in adopting Max please contact Celina at 615-354-3531

You can also fill out awn adoption application on our website www.spcatn.org

Sora Chocolate Lab Mix

Max Belgium Shepherd/Malinois Mix

Sora Chocolate Lab Mix

 Sora is a 1 year old Chocolate Labrador retriever Mix. He is a total blast, playful energetic and so full of like. He will be great with an active family as well as someone who loves to goo for runs and loves to play ball. If you are interested in more information about Sora please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


He is very loyal and will

 Sora is a 1 year old Chocolate Labrador retriever Mix. He is a total blast, playful energetic and so full of like. He will be great with an active family as well as someone who loves to goo for runs and loves to play ball. If you are interested in more information about Sora please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


He is very loyal and will get attached to you quick. He absolutely does not like being in a room alone or in a kennel. Loves to play with toys and play ball.  Sora is a really good boy but needs training to become the complete package. He’s truly amazing baby boy. He’s needs a family with other dogs or kids. He’s lives around a cat and 3 other dogs. 

 

PS If you are interested in adopting Sora please fill out an adoption application on our website at 615-354-3531.

adoptable dogs

Blu American Stafordshire Terrier Mix

Blu American Stafordshire Terrier Mix

Blu American Stafordshire Terrier Mix

 Meet Blu he is a 1 year old Staffordshire Terrier  mix. He is a doll extremely sweet and loves everyone. He will do well with dogs, people and children. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in fostering or adopting please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

 

Millie American Bulldog

Blu American Stafordshire Terrier Mix

Blu American Stafordshire Terrier Mix

Meet Millie a 3 year old sweet girl. Her owner is sick and can’t take care of her anymore. She is good with other dogs, people and children. She is a little shy at first but she warms up to you. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please go on our website and fill out an adoption application in our website www.spcatn.org

Rex Puggle

Blu American Stafordshire Terrier Mix

Rex Puggle

 Meet Rex..... He is a 8-9 years old Pug mix. He is well trained quiet and good with dogs and cats. Perfect dog for anyone, loves people, children everyone. He will be good apartment dog. Please contact Celina for more information at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

adoptable dogs

Foster Home Needed!! Luca German Shepherd

Foster Home Needed!! Luca German Shepherd

Foster Home Needed!! Luca German Shepherd

 Meet Luca a 2 year old German Shepherd. He will be a great dog for a family who knows German Shepherds. He is great with people and older kids 8 and up. He is a loyal, sweet dog who will be a great addition to a family who loves the breed. For more information contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested please fill out an adoption application on our website st www.spcatn.org


Daisy Aussie Mix

Foster Home Needed!! Luca German Shepherd

Foster Home Needed!! Luca German Shepherd

Meet Daisy she is a 3 years old sweet girl. She will be great with other dogs children and people. She has the most beautiful eyes you ever seen. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please go in our website at www.spcatn.org and fill out an adoption application.

Captain German Shepherd

Foster Home Needed!! Luca German Shepherd

Captain German Shepherd

 Captain is a 14 months 100 pounds old German Shepherd . He is extremely smart and sweet. He will do well with a family who loves the German Shepherd breed as they are working dogs and they love to play and go for walks. He needs someone familiar with socializing him. Captain is good with kids and loves people. He needs a strong leader to

 Captain is a 14 months 100 pounds old German Shepherd . He is extremely smart and sweet. He will do well with a family who loves the German Shepherd breed as they are working dogs and they love to play and go for walks. He needs someone familiar with socializing him. Captain is good with kids and loves people. He needs a strong leader to keep teaching him how to interact with new people. He loves to play fetch. Please contact Celina at 615-354-3531 for more information. He is not ready for adoption just yet.


If you are interested in Captain please fill out an adoption application on our website ww.spcatn.org

adoptable dogs

Henry Dachsund Mix

Henry Dachsund Mix

Henry Dachsund Mix

  Henry is a 8 year old Dachshund mix. He was attacked by another dog she he was found. He went to the vet and his injuries are healing and he will be for adoption as soon as all his vetting is completed. He is a sweet heart and loves everyone including children. For more information contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested

  Henry is a 8 year old Dachshund mix. He was attacked by another dog she he was found. He went to the vet and his injuries are healing and he will be for adoption as soon as all his vetting is completed. He is a sweet heart and loves everyone including children. For more information contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out an adoption application on  our website at 615-354-3531.

Hattie Beagle

Henry Dachsund Mix

Henry Dachsund Mix

  Hattie is a 5 year old sweet Beagle who has been through a lot the past 2 years. She has cherry eyes who are going to be taking care of and her skin was a really mess and she is doing better everyday. She has learned to use the doggie door and playing with her foster siblings. Hattie won’t be ready for adoption until she has been healin

  Hattie is a 5 year old sweet Beagle who has been through a lot the past 2 years. She has cherry eyes who are going to be taking care of and her skin was a really mess and she is doing better everyday. She has learned to use the doggie door and playing with her foster siblings. Hattie won’t be ready for adoption until she has been healing completely. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS if you are interested in adopting please fill out an application on our website www.spcatn.org

Duck Mountain Cur

Henry Dachsund Mix

Duck Mountain Cur

FOSTER HOME NEEDED!! Meet Duck he is such a gentle soul. He has been chain because the lady can’t take care of him like the other dogs. He is a lovable boy and we need a foster home for him. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PSIf you are Interested in fostering or adopting please fill out an application on our website at www.spcatn.org 

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Phoenix Siberian Husky

Phoenix Siberian Husky

Phoenix Siberian Husky

 Phoenix : 10 month old Siberian husky needs a home. He is fully vetted and neutered. He is extremely friendly and shows no aggression whatsoever, but is high energy. He is house-trained. He needs a home with people who will commit to exercise and training. ?This dog is so sweet and has a great personality. He will be best with an active 

 Phoenix : 10 month old Siberian husky needs a home. He is fully vetted and neutered. He is extremely friendly and shows no aggression whatsoever, but is high energy. He is house-trained. He needs a home with people who will commit to exercise and training. ?This dog is so sweet and has a great personality. He will be best with an active family an older children and a yard to run. Please contact Celina for more information

at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out and adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

Boss Mountain Cur

Phoenix Siberian Husky

Phoenix Siberian Husky

Meet Boss he is a Mountain Cur Mix. He is such a wonderful dog. He will be going to his foster mom tomorrow. He is sweet,  loving and gets along with other dogs and he will make a great family pet. Please contact Celina for more information at 615-354-3531. 


He does better with females dogs.


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Meet Boss he is a Mountain Cur Mix. He is such a wonderful dog. He will be going to his foster mom tomorrow. He is sweet,  loving and gets along with other dogs and he will make a great family pet. Please contact Celina for more information at 615-354-3531. 


He does better with females dogs.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out and adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

Archie Aussie Mix

Phoenix Siberian Husky

Archie Aussie Mix

 Meet Archie he is the black an white pup. He is Chloe’s brother. He is sweet, gentle, playful and loving. He will do great with any family as his personality is so mellow. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

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Chloe Aussie Mix

Chloe Aussie Mix

Chloe Aussie Mix

 Meet Chloe the tricolor girl in the picture. She is 8 weeks old and she is extremely sweet and playful. She will do great with a family who can spoiled her and love her. For more information please contact Celina at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting go to our website at www.spcatn.org 

Balto Aussie Mix

Chloe Aussie Mix

Chloe Aussie Mix

 Meet Balto he is a 10 weeks old sweet pup. He will be a great fit for a family who is looking for a sweet loving dog. Please contact Celina for more information at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested in adopting please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

Rex Puggle

Chloe Aussie Mix

Rex Puggle

Meet Rex. He is a 8-9 years old Pug mix. He is well trained quiet and good with dogs and cats. Perfect dog for anyone, loves people, children everyone. He will be good apartment dog. Please contact Celina for more information at 615-354-3531.


PS If you are interested please fill out an adoption application on our website at www.spcatn.org

Adoption Information

Commitment in Adopting



 Adopting a pet is a SERIOUS COMMITMENT: We strongly encourage anyone thinking about adding a furry member to their family to do their research and to be ready for this commitment. Take a moment to read through this helpful Adopting a Pet page. The SPCA of TN will be happy to work with you in finding out what kind of pet is best for you. If you want to have a pet please make sure you can make a 10-20 year commitment to your pet. If you are not sure about adopting at this time, you can consider fostering for us. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at spcaoftn@gmail.com



We will work directly with you providing individualized attention and support in order to help you find the perfect pet(s) for your family. We also suggest you take the time to read through the many resource documents on our website and other sites to prepare yourself for your pet.



You will first be required to complete our application form and agree to our adoption contract. We will require a copy of your driver license and 3 personal references.



In our agreement, we require that every animal be spayed and or neutered (if not prior to adoption) by a specific date. This is VERY important as the overpopulation of dogs and cats in our country is a sad result of too many unplanned litters. If for any reason the match is not as perfect as we all had hoped, 


  • IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT OF THE SPCA OF TN: THE DOG OR CAT MUST BE RETURNED TO THE SPCA OF TN AND NOT GIVEN AWAY OR TURNED IN TO ANOTHER SHELTER. 



Note: The SPCA of TN requires adopters to be at least 21 years of age  


The SPCA of TN adoption fees range depending on type of animal, the originating shelter and the vetting the animal has received. Our adoption fees are set to allow us to cover our expenses as well as to help other animals in our program that require additional care. Our fees cover vetting costs, shelter fees, boarding (if needed), behavioral training and additional medical care if the animal require it. By adopting from the SPCA of TN you are not saving just one life, you are helping to save others as well.


In general, you will follow these steps when go to our SPCA of TN website to adopt an animal companion:

  1. Visit the animals available for adoption to find the one(s) who might be right for you on line to www.spcatn.org
  2. Fill out an adoption application (at the top of this page) that tells us about yourself and your household so we can facilitate the match-making process.
  3. Talk to a staff member to learn more about your prospective companion and to determine if the pet you are choosing is truly right for you.
  4. Decide whether or not to adopt.
  5. Go through the adoption materials with the Adoption Coordinator. You will receive information about your animal’s vaccination history, as well as other information that will help you once you get your new companion home.
  6. There is a Contract to finalize the adoption process (at the top of this page)
  7. A home visit is require to make sure your future companion will be a good fit for you and your family.


Why do I love older dogs? Why NOT? Older dogs, first of all, are some of those in most urgent need of homes. They’re often the first to be put down at kill shelters. They’ve lived their whole lives just hoping for the perfect family, and often they’ve been neglected or mistreated for much of their lives. Then they end up in a shelter and watch while people walk past their hopeful eyes and their gray muzzles, choosing younger, more playful dogs instead. Don’t they deserve to live their golden years being spoiled and loved, just like all the younger dogs will eventually do? I say YES!


Older dogs require far less training than younger dogs. They’re curious but not destructive. I don’t come home to find that older dogs have chewed my couch apart. They are already house broken much of the time, and if they’re not, they’re far easier to housebreak. They’re almost always already crate trained, too! They are typically very mellow – all they want to do is be with their family and feel safe. And they still come with all the benefits you get with a young dog. They’re loyal, protective, loving, and even playful! They may tire more easily, but isn’t that what you want? Who has the energy to entertain a young, crazy, four-legged fur ball ALL THE TIME? Not me. I find I can play with my older dogs for a little while, but then, when it’s time for me to get to work or clean the house, they’re content just plopping down to watch me. We have our time together, but then I have the very important ME TIME. It’s a perfect balance.


The next time you’re at a shelter, please give some serious consideration to those graying faces and those tails that might not wag as quickly. If you’re looking for a new friend online, do the same. Remember that all dogs get older, and by adopting an older one, you’ll be with your new best friend during the best years of his or her life…and they will be forever grateful.

Pet Owners Guide


Good Afternoon SPCA Tennessee team, I just wanted to quickly thank you! I'm a librarian running a fun pet project for 2nd-6th grade students (a few of the kids are welcoming new pets into their families) where we're learning about the work and responsibilities that go into caring for a family pet, and I thought you all might enjoy hearing that we were able to get some great use out of your organization's educational tips list. We were even able to use some of this information for our most recent group project. Thanks so much for sharing! One of our youngest, Olivia has also asked me if I could share the article where she and her siblings first researched information on pet care together with you all, "The New Pet Owners Guide - Health, Safety and Savings". Initially I was a little hesitant to reach out, but I thought this could actually be a really great addition for any other new pet owners coming across your information, like Olivia! I wondered if you wouldn't mind adding this one to your list? I find a little encouragement goes a long way, and would love to show Olivia and the rest of the library group if you do choose to include it! spcatn.org/educational-tips Thanks so much, Anna Jones https://couponfollow.com/research/pet-owner-guide

 



As a library media specialist I've been handed the task of updating our media center's pet care reference guides with the help of some student volunteers. We're currently gearing up for our annual 'Clear the Shelters' pet adoption drive we host every Spring, and the library really wanted to revamp our pet guides for the new parents! Your page led us to some great websites to check out, so the team and I wanted to make sure we thanked you :)


I'd be delighted to show Megan - my volunteer who found it! It's always nice to get some recognition for a job well done, especially during this difficult year. Megan is planning on adopting a senior cat with her family, so was very excited to work on this guide with me. I'm sure she would be thrilled to know she could help others too!


Thank you Megan for taking the time to fine an article to help the community in Tennessee to  adopt more Senior Cats

A New Owner's Guide to Adopting a Cat

https://www.grove.co/welcome/cat-adoption-guide/ 

Files coming soon.

Search and Rescue

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Dogs have some amazing abilities, not just as our companions, but as working dogs that help save lives. Such as search and rescue dogs (SAR), with intensive training, they are tasked in extreme circumstances to do unimaginable. Working alongside a trained K-9 handler, they work together as a team, against insurmountable obstacles to find, rescue, and save people from tragedy around the globe. Do you have the desire and skills to train for search and rescue? Does your best friend have the ability to become a search and rescue dog? We sat down with Trupanion claims manager adjudicator, Aaryn Peterson, a SAR K-9 handler and trainer of five years to discuss the world of search and rescue dogs, her retired SAR pup Aspen, and how to get involved in the search and rescue field. 

How to get involved with search and rescue dogs 

What are search and rescue dogs (SAR)?

Search and rescue dogs are working dogs that are used in the field to track and find people in extreme circumstances. Also, they work as a team, alongside their K-9 handler. These pups are highly skilled in a specific set of disciplines to help in their mission. In addition, they’re just one albeit important part of a search and rescue tool kit.

A Personal story from the field: the search and rescue journey

The beginning of a search and rescue dog’s story can start from an unlikely circumstance. Aaryn Peterson’s story is no exception. “I just moved to a new town with my husband and Aspen, and I didn’t know very many people yet. Naturally, one day the then-leader of the search dog team in my area showed up at the veterinary hospital where I worked at the time. Later, the topic came up, and before I knew it, I had been invited to visit training, and pretend to be a “lost” person. Naturally, from there, I was hooked and began getting all the training I needed to order to start as a general SAR volunteer, and as a K-9 handler,” states Peterson. 

The essentials of search and rescue dogs training

An essential component of search and rescue dog training is first and foremost working as a team. “If you already have a dog you’d like to train, it is always a good idea to have a solid foundation of obedience and a relationship of trust that you can build upon” points out Peterson. 

If you have an interest in search and rescue dogs training, consider these necessary factors: 

  • Find a search and rescue team to learn from 
  • Teach your dog to be confident in many different situations 
  • You, the handler, decides the work hours 
  • Make sure it is a good fit for you and your dog 

Additionally, it’s important to know the different types of disciplines in the search and rescue field. If you’r deciding if search and rescue is a potential fit for you and your canine, consider the following. 

Disciplines of search and rescue dogs

Airscent

Airscent working dogs use their nose to track the air and are more likely to be off-leash when area searching. In addition, this is typically done in a wilderness setting. Also, airscent searches are influenced by:

  • Weather 
  • Time of day
  • Terrain 
  • Vegetation 

Avalanche (AVI) 

Avalanche search and rescue dogs are the most known discipline of the search and rescue dog’s hierarchy. Also, they are similar to airscent dogs that they work off-leash and grid up the avalanche on their mission. Further, they typically have the most sponsors and are often employed by ski-resorts.

Tracking/Trailing

A tracking/trailing working dog is trained to focus on the individual scent on the ground when on a mission. Additionally, it takes a longer time to search and follows the direction that the person travels in. For instance, tracking/trailing working dogs are used a lot in law enforcement as police dogs. 

Disaster

Disaster search and rescue working dogs are sent into an area after a natural disaster has taken place. Naturally, their job is to locate the scent to start the rescue efforts. In addition, these canines are typically off-leash, and the handlers follow into the situation with the dog. Likewise, this can be a treacherous environment for the canine, as such the surroundings might be unstable. 

Human Remains Detection (HRD) 

A human remains detection (HRD) canine identifies different types of deceased odors in an environment. Further, these working dogs are often used in water to indicate the deceased. For instance, while on their mission a positive search an HRD canine might indicate: 

  • Dog points in wind
  • Jumps in water 
  • Laps in circles 
  • Divers will go in to further investigate

What a successful K-9 and handler team looks like

Preparation is a key indicator of success for K-9’s and their handler’s. Likewise, each team member has their own skill-set that they must acquire before becoming a part of the team. 

Peterson weighs in on what makes for a successful K-9 team-mate. Consider the following: 

  • Breed 
  • Physical Ability 
  • Desire to work 
  • Drive 
  • Ability to learn and respond 
  • Courage 
  • Tenacity 

In addition, the dog’s breed might not always play a factor in their ability to be a successful team-mate. For instance,” a smaller dog, such as a cocker spaniel or beagle, can fit in small spaces and can be less alarming to kids, “states Peterson. Definitely, something to consider when choosing your K-9 team-mate. 

Beginning the role of K-9 handler

If you are pursuing becoming a K-9 handler, dive into volunteering and become familiar with search and rescue programs near you. Also, you will need to attain certifications and acquire any/all gear needed to negotiate the outdoor elements common in your region and the types of rescues you will perform. For instance, consider emergency tools such as maps, compass, and GPS to add to your search and rescue kit. In addition, once you are certified, have your kit and car ready to go, so you can accept a mission as soon as you get the call. 

How to get started in search and rescue 

  • Educate yourself on search and rescue 
  • Cultivate necessary skills and start training 
  • Start volunteering 
  • Prepare yourself (physically, emotionally, and mentally) 
  • Find a search and rescue team 
  • Acquire a mentor/trainer in search and rescue 
  • Evaluate your dog 
  • Build a solid foundation for your dog

From the field: life-time teamwork 

“Aspen and I have always done “teamwork” activities together, like sheep herding when she was younger, and have always been adventuring in the mountains. Also, I’ve always had a passion for volunteering and giving back. So, when I had a chance to take the teamwork relationship Aspen and I had built over the years to the next level, and do some real good for people in the process, there was no decision to make. Naturally, it was the obvious next step for us,” says Peterson. 

Consider teamwork activities as a way to strengthen your bond and test your canine’s abilities. 

Search and rescue dogs: true teamwork

If you choose to get involved with search and rescue dogs team, take into consideration the time commitment it could have on your schedule. For instance, a call could come in for a mission in the middle of the night. Also, be mindful of the impact it can have on your dog. Granted, your pup will let you know when they are ready to retire. Certainly, if you have the drive and determination, have an interest and passion to learn the craft, and have a strong bond with your canine, a search and rescue team might be a wonderful fit. In essence, search and rescue is a further way to bond, learn, and grow with your canine teammate. 

Additional resources for search and rescue 

  • National SearchDog Alliance
  • National Association for Search and Rescue 
  • FEMA
  • Scientific Working Group on Dog and Orthogonal Detector

Highlight- during their search and rescue career, Peterson and Aspen, logged over 2500+ mission training hours from 2012-2018, with over 400+ hours per year. We thank this team for invaluable rescues and appreciate the dedication, hard work, and determination that was shown on and off the field.

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Emotional Support Pet

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WHAT IS AN EMOTIONAL SUPPORT DOG (ESA)?

An emotional support animal (ESA) is a different from a service dog. Unlike a service dog, an emotional support animal does not need specialized training to handle a task. Instead, Emotional Support Animals provide healing to their owner through affection and companionship. 

However, they still have special rights. Read on to understand the basics of registering your dog as an Emotional Support Animal.

Please go to www.usservicedogs.org

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 Qualifying Conditions:

Mobility problems, paralysis, diabetes, asthma, autism, depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), speech problems, social anxiety, epilepsy, blindness, deafness.

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Teach Your Children To Be Responsible

 Always teach your children to take care of their pets from the moment you get a dog or a cat in your care.- However make sure you don't let your children by themselves without proper supervision. To be a responsible dog owner every day, you should prioritize some key aspects of caring for your pet. Here are some highlights:

  1. Veterinary Care – Making sure your pet has a reliable vet is one of the best things you can do to be a responsible dog owner. When possible, choose a vet that you trust and visit their practice consistently so they can provide continuity of care. Your vet will recommend a schedule of vaccinations and help you make the best decisions for the needs of your individual pet.
  2. Microchipping – Having a microchip in place is one of the best things you can do to help recover a lost pet. Making sure your contact information is accurate in the registry is crucial when it comes to having your dog returned to you when they are lost, so check to be sure your registration is up-to-date. First, you’ll need your pet’s microchip number. If you can’t find it, the veterinary office who administered the chip should have a record of it. Then you can create an account with the chip manufacturer, or update your existing account. If your pet isn’t already chipped, consider scheduling this simple procedure as soon as possible.
  3. Training – A responsible dog training program is much more than learning basic commands like “sit” or “stay.” Effective training will help you build a positive relationship with your dog, increase your dog’s ability to socialize with both people and other dogs, create habits that avoid problem behaviors, and establish a common language to increase trust. Plus, a well-trained dog who consistently responds to your commands will be safer when stressful or dangerous situations arise!
  4. Socialization – Just like people, some dogs are naturally more social than others. But no matter your dog’s personality, helping establish a solid foundation of socialization is essential. The process is typically easier for puppies, but dogs of any age can learn new socialization skills to help lessen anxiety in new situations, increase the fun factor when it’s time to play, and give them confidence in themselves.

Your new Best Friend

Lucky the German Shepherd with his brother at his forever home.


Dogs are pack animals — they depend on you for love and protection, so keep them inside, take them for walks, and make them a part of your family.


Dogs left unattended in their own yards, even for a few minutes, have been stolen, poisoned, and beaten. They can suffer from stress and loneliness, heatstroke in the summer, and frostbite, hypothermia, and dehydration in the winter.


Because of the danger and cruelty that it poses, several communities have banned the chaining of dogs. Chained dogs kill as many children as do firearms, and they kill more than falls from trees, playground equipment, and fireworks accidents put together.

You and your dogs speak different languages. Humane, interactive training gives dogs greater freedom and a better understanding of our world. Untrained dogs are often punished for their “improper” behavior. Be the one to train your dog—you are the one who will need to know how to communicate with him or her, but get help from a humane dog trainer if you run into problems. 


Compassion, clarity, and consistency are the most important elements of dog training. Training should not include any activity or device that endangers animals (e.g. electric shock collars) or puts undue stress on them. Good books on the subject include A Well-Trained Dog by Deborah A. Jones, Ph. D; The Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller; and for solving dog behavioral problems, If Only They Could Speak, Dogs Behaving Badley, and The Dog Who Loved Too Much, all by Nicholas Dodman. 

Puppies should be taken out at least once every two hours (or within a half hour after eating or drinking) and guided to the same spot where they can smell having relieved themselves before. Immediately after they “do their business,” they should be praised lavishly in a high-pitched, excited voice. Crate training does not speed up the housebreaking process: Puppies do not develop full bladder control before 6 months of age and are physically incapable of “holding it” for very long.


Take your adult dog out at least four times a day and allow him or her time to linger and smell the area. If you cannot go home at lunchtime, enlist the help of a neighbor or a professional dog-walker. 


Crating has recently become a popular practice often used on adult dogs by people who say that they are protecting the dogs. However, the true reason is often related to protecting the dog from damaging furniture or out of convenience. This practice deprives the dog of basic necessities, such as the freedom to walk around and look out of the window, the opportunity to relieve itself, and the comfort of stretching. 

Dogs are safest and most comfortable wearing a nylon harness, not a collar, when out walking. Choke and prong collars can be painful and injure your dog. For a dog who pulls too hard, try the Easy-Walk™ harness (available online), which discourages pulling without discomfort to the dog. "And recommended by www.Spots.com            

 


Animals get depressed if deprived of adequate social interaction, so let them “chat” and play with other dogs on walks and at parks. A happy dog’s life is not one long series of commands: Let them live a little, make choices, and take their time. Animals are very sensitive and can become easily frightened, so speak softly to dogs. Don’t fight or shout in their presence, and give them their own hiding places to dash into when they want to be alone.

Sterilizing (Spay and Neuter) dogs helps stem the tide of companion-animal overpopulation. Spaying female dogs reduces the stress and discomfort endured during heat periods, eliminates the risk of uterine cancer, and greatly reduces the risk of mammary cancer. Neutering makes male dogs much less likely to roam or fight and prevents testicular cancer.

Never wait to take your dog to a veterinarian if there is any sign of illness or injury, but do not leave your dog with the vet for any longer than absolutely necessary or allow the vet to refuse you to let your to see him or her upon request. Just like your home, a pet is YOUR property and not theirs, unless they detect neglect or abuse.


If you have been feeding your dog or cat commercial pet foods, you are jeopardizing his or her health in the long-term. Cheap, supermarket pet foods are composed of ground-up, moldy, and/or diseased parts of animals deemed by Agriculture Department inspectors unfit for human consumption. 



Feed dogs first, before you eat. To keep dogs from begging at the dinner table, teach them the simple phrase “All done!” (You must be consistent with this—absolutely no more food can be given after saying the phrase, or the meaning will be lost.) After they understand “All done!” you will be able to feed your dogs something from the table without becoming the target of any begging after you stop.

 



Take care to keep your dog safe in the car: Even on a 78°F day, the temperature inside a shaded car is 90°F, while the inside of a car parked in the sun can reach 160°F in minutes. Animals don’t perspire as we do and can quickly succumb to heatstroke.

 



Countless animals are killed, injured, or lost on commercial flights each year. Temperatures can become extremely hot or cold in airplane cargo holds, and the noise is deafening. Kennels can be stressful and scary and even harbor disease. Travelers should have a trusted friend or relative look after their dogs at home, where they’ll be the most comfortable.

Updated March 2023

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