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Miss Fancy
Our petite Aussie mix 5 year old beauty is called Miss Fancy. A dainty little Tennessee Treasure that is looking for a special family to bless with he…
Critter Cavalry Rescue • Franklin, TN
Dogs for Adoption in Tennessee
495 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Tennessee. Showing 1–30 of 495 below.
Every dog in Tennessee deserves a forever home — from puppies taking their first steps to adult dogs who are calm, house-trained, and ready to bond right away. All listings shown here are real dogs currently available for adoption from shelters and rescues in Tennessee. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
25 shelters and rescues in Tennessee currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Tennessee
Tennessee's dogs are posted mostly by rescue groups, with Chattanooga, Nashville and Franklin accounting for many listings. A rescue group tends to keep dogs in foster homes and begins with an application, while a municipal shelter usually keeps walk-in hours and lets you meet dogs without an appointment.
Find a dog, open the profile, and contact the organization listed. There is usually an application or a conversation, then a meet and greet, and an adoption fee set by that organization, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. With listings concentrated in a few cities, many groups help arrange transport within Tennessee for the right match. The organization on the profile can answer questions about that dog's history, requirements and availability.
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Puppy Tilly
This beautiful white Great Pyr/Australian Shepherd mix girl is a 6 month old cloud of love and her name is Tilly. We could not offer a nicer and sweet…
Critter Cavalry Rescue • Franklin, TN
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Max
Meet Max! ❤️ Max is a 2-year-old, 50-pound dream of a dog with a heart as big as his smile. Despite everything he’s been through, he remains one of th…
Critter Cavalry Rescue • Franklin, TN
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Woody
To adopt please fill out an adoption Application Woody is a 1 yo male German shepherd mix dog who was rescued as a stray in Memphis. Friendly, sweet t…
Happy Dog Rescue • Germanton, TN
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Kenny
Kenny is the kind of dog who lives life with his whole heart. This 2-year-old, 57-pound Shepherd mix wakes up each day ready for his next adventure, w…
Critter Cavalry Rescue • Franklin, TN
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Sissy
To adopt please fill out an adoption Application Be sure to watch her video! Sissy is a 7 month old female lab/ Terrier mix puppy who was rescued just…
Happy Dog Rescue • Germanton, TN
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Ruthie
MEET RUTHIE — A GENTLE, CLUMSY GIRL LOOKING FOR HER PERSON Ruthie is a beautiful 1.5–2-year-old, 59 lb. yellow dog who looks like she may have some An…
Critter Cavalry Rescue • Franklin, TN
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Sunny
Sunny Needs a Hero This young 1 year old, 30 pounds Terrier mix boy has been through a super tough first year that reads like one of those rescue stor…
Critter Cavalry Rescue • Franklin, TN
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Spinach (m)
Meet Spinach! Spinach is a sweet, social little boy who is ready to find his forever family! He and his eight littermates came to us after being dumpe…
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN
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Radish (m)
Medical Notes: Neutered Vaccinated Dewormed Microchipped Maintained on monthly preventatives 30lbs as of 9/20/26
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN
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Kale (m)
Meet Kale! Kale is a sweet, social little boy who is ready to find his forever family! He and his eight littermates came to us after being dumped in a…
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN
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Pumpkin (m)
Meet Pumpkin! Pumpkin is a sweet, social little boy who is ready to find his forever family! He and his eight littermates came to us after being dumpe…
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN
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Arugula (f)
Meet Arugula! Arugula is a sweet, social little girl who is ready to find her forever family! She and her eight littermates came to us after being dum…
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN
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Broccoli (m)
Meet Broccoli! Broccoli is a sweet, social little boy who is ready to find his forever family! He and his eight littermates came to us after being dum…
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN
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Potato (f)
Meet Potato! Potato is a sweet, social little girl with a big heart and an adorable personality! She and her eight littermates came to us after being …
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN
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Gunner
This dog is in Tennessee. Adoption Donation $200 if picked up in TN, $275 plus transport fee for out-of-state adoptions. Gunner believes with his whol…
A.A.R.F. - All About Rescue and Fixin' Inc. • Cookeville, TN
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Cauliflower (f)
Meet Cauliflower! Cauliflower is a sweet, social little girl who is ready to find her forever family! She and her eight littermates came to us after b…
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN
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Pippa
Meet Pippa Pippa is a fun-loving, loyal and energetic girl who’s always ready for her next adventure! She’s incredibly smart and athletic. She does we…
Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue • Nashville, TN
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Roscoe
Hi, I'm Roscoe! I was born on May 25th, one of six puppies in my litter. I don't remember much from those early days, except that nobody was really wa…
Almost Home Animal Rescue • Maryville, TN
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Duke
Hi, I'm Duke! I was born on May 25th, one of six puppies in my litter. I don't remember much from those early days, except that nobody was really watc…
Almost Home Animal Rescue • Maryville, TN
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Taz
️ Taz: More Sweetheart Than Tasmanian Devil ️Taz is a 2-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix weighing 53 lbs whose name may suggest chaos, but underneath he’…
Maryville Alcoa Animal Rescue Center • Maryville, TN
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Belle
Hi, I'm Belle! I was born on May 25th, one of six puppies in my litter. I don't remember much from those early days, except that nobody was really wat…
Almost Home Animal Rescue • Maryville, TN
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Flossy
Hi, I'm Flossy! I was born on May 25th, one of six puppies in my litter. Life didn't start out easy for us. Nobody in our family really watched out fo…
Almost Home Animal Rescue • Maryville, TN
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Buttons
I am a very good looking fellow and was recently adopted then returned. SHe had a cat and another dog and I would prefer to be the one and only. I jus…
Humphreys County Humane Society • Waverly, TN
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Tennessee
Programs that help Tennessee adopters keep a dog healthy on a budget. Each page was checked on 2026-09-10; confirm current hours and eligibility with the organization.
- Spay / neuterSpay Tennessee (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — Nonprofit connecting Tennessee residents with affordable spay and neuter services in most counties.
- Spay / neuterPet Community Center, Spay and Neuter (opens in a new tab) — Nashville nonprofit clinic offering affordable spay and neuter surgery with assistance for qualifying Davidson County residents.
- Low-cost vet careYoung-Williams Animal Center, Low-Cost Care Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Knoxville clinic providing affordable preventative and wellness veterinary care, excluding emergencies.
- Low-cost vet careHumane Society of Memphis & Shelby County, Low-Cost Community Vet Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Affordable non-emergency veterinary care for Memphis and Shelby County pet owners receiving income assistance.
- Spay / neuterChattaNEUTER (opens in a new tab) — Chattanooga clinic offering low-cost spay and neuter surgery for dogs and cats.
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Adopting a dog in Tennessee — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Tennessee?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Tennessee, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Every Dog's Chance gathers listings in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local shelter or rescue.
Are the dog listings in Tennessee up to date?
Listings are refreshed regularly from participating shelters and rescues. Because dogs are adopted and new ones are added constantly, availability can change between updates — always confirm a specific dog is still available with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
How much does it cost to adopt a dog in Tennessee?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue. Many organizations include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and a health exam in their fee. Open any dog's profile and contact the organization directly for their current fee and what it covers.
Can I adopt a dog from another city in Tennessee?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Tennessee welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them how their process works.
Can I foster a dog in Tennessee instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Tennessee offer foster programs, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering gets a dog out of a kennel and into a calm home while they wait for their forever family. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are the dogs in Tennessee good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than anything else. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, and other dogs. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
