Friends of the Blount County Animal Center

Friends of the Blount County Animal Center Friends of BCAC, aka Smoky Mountain Animal Care Foundation, is the non-profit partner of BCAC.

PHONE: (865) 980-6244

ADOPTIONS by Appointment Only
Tues-Fri: 11am-4:30pm
Sat: 10am-2pm
Sun & Mon Closed to the Public

SURRENDERS by Appointment Only
Tues-Fri: 11am-2pm
Sat: Adoptions Only - NO Intakes
Sun & Mon Closed to the Public

VOLUNTEERS- HOURS OF OPERATION:
Sun-Sat: 8am-Close. LINK to AMAZON WISHLIST:
https://smile.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/2R5XPZ0VS0F2Q

🎆🐾 New Year’s Eve Pet Safety: What to Do if You Lose or Find a Pet 🐾🎆Loud fireworks, parties, and celebrations can be st...
12/30/2024

🎆🐾 New Year’s Eve Pet Safety: What to Do if You Lose or Find a Pet 🐾🎆

Loud fireworks, parties, and celebrations can be stressful for pets, and every year, many animals go missing on New Year’s Eve. Here’s what to do if you lose or find a pet:

🐾 If You Lose a Pet:
1️⃣ Act Quickly: Search your neighborhood right away and call your pet’s name calmly.
2️⃣ Notify Local Shelters: Contact Blount County Animal Center at (865) 980-6244 and report your pet missing.
3️⃣ Post Online: Share clear photos and details about your pet on local community Facebook groups and lost pet websites.
4️⃣ Check Your Pet's Microchip: Ensure your contact info is up-to-date with the microchip company.

🐾 If You Find a Pet:
1️⃣ Keep Them Safe: If the pet is friendly, secure them in a quiet space away from loud noises.
2️⃣ Check for ID Tags: Look for a collar or any visible identification.
3️⃣ Contact Local Shelters: Call Blount County Animal Center to report the found pet.
4️⃣ Share on Social Media: Post photos and details in local lost-and-found pet groups.

🐾 Prevention Tip for Pet Owners:

Keep pets indoors during fireworks.
Ensure they have proper ID tags and microchips.
Create a quiet, safe space for them to relax.
Let’s work together to keep our furry friends safe and home where they belong this New Year’s Eve! ❤️🐕🐈

It's getting to be that time of year.....Are you setting New Year's Resolutions?
12/29/2024

It's getting to be that time of year.....
Are you setting New Year's Resolutions?

When the holiday gift giving didn't go exactly as planned....
12/28/2024

When the holiday gift giving didn't go exactly as planned....

💸✨ It’s the Final $5 Friday of 2024! ✨💸As the year comes to a close, there’s still time to make a difference for the ani...
12/27/2024

💸✨ It’s the Final $5 Friday of 2024! ✨💸

As the year comes to a close, there’s still time to make a difference for the animals at Blount County Animal Center. 🐾 Whether it’s helping a pup like Bruce find his forever home or making sure our kittens stay warm and well-fed, every $5 donation helps us care for the animals who need us most.

🎁 End the year on a high note by giving back to our furry friends! Your donation not only helps provide food, shelter, and medical care, but it also ensures we’re ready to jump into 2025 strong and prepared for whatever comes our way.

🐶🐱 Make your final 2024 gift count — click that donate button below and let’s make this last $5 Friday one to remember!

Thank you for being part of our BCAC family and for making a difference all year long. ❤️

🐾 Meet Bruce – Your New Best Friend Awaits! 🐾Say hello to Bruce, the sweetest two-year-old Hound pup you’ll ever meet! W...
12/26/2024

🐾 Meet Bruce – Your New Best Friend Awaits! 🐾

Say hello to Bruce, the sweetest two-year-old Hound pup you’ll ever meet! With his stunning chocolate brown coat and friendly personality, Bruce is ready to charm his way into your heart and home. 🐶❤️

Weighing in at a perfect 48 pounds, Bruce is the ideal size for adventures, couch cuddles, and everything in between. He was found all on his own on Peterson Lane, but his story is just waiting for the perfect family to give it a happy ending.

Bruce has a heart full of love and a tail that never stops wagging. Whether it’s a walk in the park or a lazy Sunday afternoon, Bruce will be right by your side.

🐕 A meet and greet is required for any other dogs in the home to ensure a great fit.
📞 Call (865) 980-6244 to schedule an appointment and meet Bruce today!

Come meet this wonderful boy and see if Bruce is the missing piece to your family puzzle. 🏡❤️

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Blount County Animal Center! 🎁🐾Wishing all of our amazing supporters, volunteers, adopters, and ...
12/25/2024

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Blount County Animal Center! 🎁🐾

Wishing all of our amazing supporters, volunteers, adopters, and friends a joyful and love-filled Christmas! ❤️ Today, we celebrate the warmth and happiness our furry friends bring into our lives every day.

Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and continued support in helping us care for and find loving homes for the animals who need us most. 🐕🐈

May your day be filled with wagging tails, cozy cuddles, and all the magic this season brings.

🎅🐾 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at BCAC! 🎄❤️

🐾 Meet Grover: Your New Best Friend Awaits! 🐾Grover is a lovable 3-year-old Boxer/Bulldog mix with a heart as big as his...
12/24/2024

🐾 Meet Grover: Your New Best Friend Awaits! 🐾

Grover is a lovable 3-year-old Boxer/Bulldog mix with a heart as big as his smile! 🥰 Found on Beaus Bend Rd, this happy boy is all about cuddles, kisses, and making friends—both with people and other dogs.

At 48 pounds, Grover is the perfect medium-sized companion for adventures, couch snuggles, and everything in between. While he might need a little training on the finer points of indoor living, his eager-to-please attitude will make him a quick learner.

🐕 A meet-and-greet is required for any other dogs in the home to ensure a good fit.
📞 Call (865) 980-6244 to schedule an appointment and meet Grover today!

Give Grover the loving home he deserves—he’s ready to be your loyal sidekick and forever friend. ❤️🏡

Nothing can spoil good cheer like an emergency trip to the veterinary clinic. These tips can help keep your winter holid...
12/23/2024

Nothing can spoil good cheer like an emergency trip to the veterinary clinic. These tips can help keep your winter holiday season from becoming not-so-happy—for your pet and for you.

Plan in advance
Make sure you know how to get to your 24/7 emergency veterinary clinic before there's an emergency. Talk with your veterinarian in advance to find out where you would need to take your pet, and plan your travel route so you're not trying to find your way when stressed. Always keep these numbers posted in an easy-to-find location in case of emergencies:

Your veterinarian's clinic phone number
24/7 emergency veterinary clinic (if different)
ASPCA Poison Control Center: 888-426-4435
Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7661

Food
Keep people food away from pets, and instruct everyone else to do the same. If you want to share holiday treats with your pets, make or buy treats formulated just for them. The following people foods are especially dangerous for pets:

Chocolate is an essential part of holidays for many people, but it is toxic to dogs and cats. It's safest to consider all chocolate off limits for pets, even though the harm it can cause varies based on the type of chocolate, the size of your pet, and the amount eaten.
Other sweets and baked goods also should be kept out of reach. Not only are they often too rich for pets; they may contain the artificial sweetener xylitol, which has been linked to liver failure and death in dogs.

Table scraps – including gravy, sauces, dressing, and meat or poultry fat or skin – should be kept away from pets. During the holidays, when our own diets tend toward extra-rich foods, table scraps can be especially hard for pets to digest and can cause pancreatitis. Bones can cause choking or intestinal blockage. Plus, many foods that are healthy for people are poisonous to pets, including onions, raisins, and grapes.
Unbaked yeast dough can cause problems for pets, including painful gas and potentially dangerous bloating.

🌺🚫 Pretty but Problematic: Poinsettias & Pets 🚫🌺Poinsettias are a holiday favorite with their bright, festive blooms, bu...
12/22/2024

🌺🚫 Pretty but Problematic: Poinsettias & Pets 🚫🌺

Poinsettias are a holiday favorite with their bright, festive blooms, but they’re not so cheerful for our furry friends. While not highly toxic, poinsettias can cause irritation to your pet’s mouth and stomach, leading to drooling, vomiting, or discomfort if ingested.

If you have pets at home, keep these plants out of reach—or opt for pet-safe alternatives to keep your holidays merry and mishap-free! 🐾🎄

Who is feeling the same way right now?!?   got it exactly right!
12/21/2024

Who is feeling the same way right now?!? got it exactly right!

🎄🐾 $5 Friday: Spread Holiday Cheer at BCAC! 🐾🎄This holiday season, let’s make sure every tail wags and every purr echoes...
12/20/2024

🎄🐾 $5 Friday: Spread Holiday Cheer at BCAC! 🐾🎄

This holiday season, let’s make sure every tail wags and every purr echoes with joy at Blount County Animal Center! Our furry friends deserve a little extra love, and you can help make their holidays bright.

🎁 Looking to make a difference? Check out our Amazon Wishlist! Your purchase could bring cozy blankets, yummy treats, or fun toys straight to the shelter—presents our animals will adore.

💵 Don’t have time to shop? Donate just $5 today, and we’ll make sure your contribution goes toward creating the merriest holiday for our deserving pets.

Help us fill the shelter with joy and make this holiday season unforgettable for the animals still waiting for their forever homes.

Click here for our wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2R5XPZ0VS0F2Q/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_5

🎅🐾 Together, we can make tails wag and hearts warm this Christmas!

🎉 Renee is Ready for Her Forever Home! 🎉🐾 Meet Renee, the six-month-old Plott Hound who’s been patiently waiting for her...
12/19/2024

🎉 Renee is Ready for Her Forever Home! 🎉

🐾 Meet Renee, the six-month-old Plott Hound who’s been patiently waiting for her big break at BCAC for 90 days! 🐾

Renee is a true gem with her stunning brindle coat and charming personality. At just 42 pounds, she’s the perfect size for cuddles on the couch or adventures on the trail. Renee is already a rockstar when it comes to manners—she’s leash trained, house trained, and crate trained, making her the total package for anyone looking for a loyal companion.

This sweet girl has a mix of playful energy and a loving heart, ready to light up your life. Whether it’s brisk walks, fun playtime, or just hanging out together, Renee is eager to be by your side every step of the way.

💖 After 90 days at BCAC, Renee deserves a home where she can finally shine. Could that be with you?

🐕 A meet and greet is required for any dogs in your home to ensure Renee feels comfortable.

📞 Call (865) 980-6244 to schedule an appointment and meet Renee. Let’s make sure this sweet pup finds her forever family this holiday season!

🎄 Holiday Treats for Your Pup: Naughty or Nice? 🐾Has your dog made the "Good Boy" list this Christmas? (Of course, he ha...
12/18/2024

🎄 Holiday Treats for Your Pup: Naughty or Nice? 🐾

Has your dog made the "Good Boy" list this Christmas? (Of course, he has!) While those pleading puppy eyes might make you want to share your holiday feast, it’s essential to keep safety in mind. Some festive foods can be dangerous for dogs, even if they’re tempting to share.

Here’s the deal:

Yes, you can treat your pup! But stick to safe, dog-friendly options and keep portions small. Many holiday foods are high in calories, and overindulging can lead to weight gain or upset tummies.
Avoid human foods that are toxic to pets. From chocolates to certain spices, some treats are better left off your dog’s menu.
For a complete guide to what’s safe and what’s not, consult your vet or a trusted source. Let’s keep the holidays merry, bright, and healthy for everyone—tails included! 🐶🎅

🐾 Meet Haven – A Shy Beauty Ready to Blossom! 🖤🤍Haven is a stunning two-year-old black and white Pit Bull Terrier with a...
12/17/2024

🐾 Meet Haven – A Shy Beauty Ready to Blossom! 🖤🤍

Haven is a stunning two-year-old black and white Pit Bull Terrier with a heart full of potential. Found in the Chris Haven Rd area of Seymour, she’s been through a lot and needs a family willing to give her the patience and love she deserves.

Haven is quite shy at first, but don’t let that fool you—once she feels safe, her true personality shines through. With gentle encouragement and time to adjust, Haven will reward her new family with loyalty, affection, and companionship.

This gentle girl has medium playful energy and is great with people. She would thrive in a calm, loving home where she can continue to build her confidence and trust.

🐶 A meet and greet is required for any dogs in the home to ensure a good fit.

If you think Haven could be the perfect addition to your family, give her a chance to show you just how special she is.

📞 Call the shelter at (865) 980-6244 to schedule an appointment to meet Haven. Let’s find this sweet girl her forever home where she can truly thrive!

🎄🐾 It’s National Ugly Sweater Day! Let’s See Your Festive Fur Babies! 🐾🎄Today is all about embracing the wonderfully tac...
12/16/2024

🎄🐾 It’s National Ugly Sweater Day! Let’s See Your Festive Fur Babies! 🐾🎄

Today is all about embracing the wonderfully tacky, over-the-top, and hilariously festive side of the holidays—ugly sweaters! And who wears them better than our adorable pets?

We want to see your furry friends rocking their holiday best (or worst) in their favorite ugly Christmas sweaters! Whether it’s silly, sparkly, or just downright outrageous, share your pet’s sweater photo in the comments below.

📸 Don’t forget to tag us so we can feature your festive fur-baby! Let’s spread some holiday cheer and showcase the paws-itively amazing fashion of our four-legged friends.

🎅🐕🐈✨

🎄🐾 Support the Animals at BCAC Through Our Angel Trees! 🐾🎄This holiday season, you can make a difference for the animals...
12/15/2024

🎄🐾 Support the Animals at BCAC Through Our Angel Trees! 🐾🎄

This holiday season, you can make a difference for the animals at Blount County Animal Center by donating through our Angel Trees, now set up at:

📍 Ricky’s Pet Depot – Farragut, TN
📍 Smoky Mountain Pet Supply – Alcoa, TN

Each tree is adorned with ornaments listing items needed to care for the amazing pets waiting for their forever homes. Simply pick an ornament, shop for the item, and drop it off to make a shelter animal's holiday a little brighter.

Your kindness helps provide food, treats, toys, and other essentials for the cats and dogs in our care. Let’s come together as a community to spread holiday cheer and show these animals the love they deserve.

Stop by today and help us make this season paw-sitively magical! 🎁🐕🐈❤️

Getting all the blankets just to survive the day!
12/14/2024

Getting all the blankets just to survive the day!

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233 Currie Avenue
Maryville, TN
37804

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 4:30pm
Thursday 11am - 4:30pm
Friday 11am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+18659806244

Website

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2R5XPZ0VS0F2Q/ref=nav_wishlist

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BLOUNT COUNTY ANIMAL CENTER

NOTE: This page is volunteer-run and not a direct link to shelter staff. To talk to staff at the shelter, call or visit during open hours.

PHONE: (865) 980-6244, Ext. 3

ADDRESS: 233 Currie Ave, Maryville, TN 37804 ADOPTION- HOURS OF OPERATION: Tues-Fri: 11am-2pm Sat: 10am-1pm Sun & Mon Closed to the Public

CLOSED ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS