Smoky Mountain K9 Search And Rescue

12/03/2024

Folks- this is a crazy time- it’s cold- and we have these three and a few more strays needing help- two have been out over 1 yr- and no- animal control cant get them- We are working with fosters, and humane society for two- and they are all in different counties. It’s Christmas- I get it- but can you spare $20-$50-$100 to help us with gas, expenses, food, shelter- we are overwhelmed with requests and these strays are NOT PAYING INCOME JOBS- except for one, who the humane society covered our expenses for one.

We need your help- I still have my own bills, physical therapy, and everyday we get calls on strays in cold, some pregnant 🤦‍♀️. This has to stop- unbelievable that the city and county animal control will not get out of their hot trucks and do their jobs- yet me and my assistants, sit out in cars, all night long- watching traps- and feeding these dogs.

People call, text, message- we are not a an animal shelter or lost dog sanctuary- believe me- I wish I could take them all, get them veterinary care, and get them homes. I just can’t do this on my own- who wants to help us help some strays- gas, food, charcoal, meat, lighter fluid, batteries, zip ties, these dogs need out of the cold- and were going to help them no matter what.

You all have graciously stepped in and donated, helped Helene victims, me and my staff- and we need help for these multiple county strays in East Tennessee. Call or text if needed. Number is 865-318-3088

Thank you!

Cash App
Angela Fayard

Venmo -Ritchey

Paypal @gmail.com
Rita Ritchey

Zelle (865)318-3088

Fb pay Angela Marie Fayard

Apple Cash (865)318-3088

12/03/2024

Furry fugitive apprehended in Morristown!

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving To All Of You!
Love the people and pets God gives you, because one day, he will want them back. Count your blessings and be thankful!!

11/19/2024

Lumi- headed home to Florida!

11/19/2024

Giving God all Praise !! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
All tucked in and ready to rest.
I rescued this beautiful but skinny girl- “Lumi” off Eagle Pointe Way- she escaped from resort next moutain over- owners had to leave so they asked for our help- we worked with owners of the beautiful Magnolia Wedding Venue- and they allowed us access to set traps- with bears all around- we had to be cautious- we caught this beautiful girl within 12 hrs of setting her trap.
We set a feeding station- and she took off with her owners socks- we set trap and she returned for her grilled dinner.

She’s now safe and spending the night with me, shes been fed, has a warm crate, and water. Hopefully her owners will come tomorrow for her. Shes been through hell on earth this poor dog.
Thanks to my helpers for the assistance.
Welcome back Lumi! You’re on house arrest girl!

11/19/2024

Sevierville, Top of Morning- Lumi!

11/12/2024

In a world full of negativity- there’s always hope. When a dog is pulled from a shelter- or you adopt from a rescue, you don’t know the dogs background, what it fears, or what triggers them. We get numerous calls of “Dogs getting away from fosters or newly adopted owners.”

This week- there were two dogs who ran off and we caught two in two days in two different states- why? Because I care about what these dogs and owners are going through. I often have to stand firm, and stay tough- in order to get the job done- but my heart is with my clients always. When a dogs life is on the line, and my life and my dogs life is on the line- you betcha- I am gonna be cautious and careful.

This boy is handsome, he ran off in campground with leash attached, it finally broke off, and with the campground closing for the season, and cold weather approaching- no time to wait- and coyotes howling in the woods where this boy ran off- we got the call- we went- we set traps. He danced around, pawed at traps, but last night- he was cooked steak, hamburgers, and a rotisserie chicken- after we bbq’d- I heard him bark twice- like “Hey, where’s mine”… 😂👍🥰so I cut up his sirloin, broke apart his hamburger, pulled his chicken, and set his traps with his food and scent lure. We caught him within 30 minutes of cooking.

I spent the night in my vehicle at campground, pitch black- fending off feral cats left and right. All the hard work paid off, because it ain’t just about setting some trap- it’s what we do, how we do it, and where. It’s called “Trap Placement & Trap Preparation.”

You work towards the goal of capturing the dog, no matter what, miles and miles of driving, sitting, cleaning, loading, preparing, cooking- all for these dogs to be safe.

Two in two days- in two states- Im tired- but I am happy- because they are home- safe!

Welcome home “LuckyBoy”! I’m so happy you were trusting that delicious smell, to walk in the jail cell! Lol- you’re on house arrest- furry fugitive apprehended! Nuff said 😊👍

11/10/2024

Welcome Home Kobie!!! This boy is safe! Trapped him this morning after running Sims Rd and Flat Creek Sevierville, TN.
God is good!!!! Kobie, you’re on house arrest Furry Fugitive!! Thank you to all the residents who kept eyes and ears open, and thanks to my friend Mike, Garrett, and Even Stay Fly Drone Service LLC who was willing to come from Virginia to fly the thermal drone on Sunday night if needed.

Thank you Rita for always caring for my dogs when I’m in the road, making flyers and signs, and maps. You’re a faithful friend.

Last, but never least- my sweet friend and assistant Doris Hatton- thank you for always being there to help these dogs- I called- you answered- you got there and assisted owners in making sure Kobie got out of kennel trap and home safely. Your loyalty and friendship is treasured.

I love all of my friends and team members who are a part of my heart, and willing to step in and help your dogs get home safe!

11/05/2024

Contest Winners For Halloween Contest!

Lisa Blair-Rogers “Count Barkula” for cutest!

Sandra Donoho “Annie” Scariest

Sheila Haga “Sascie” Best Costume

Please private message us- so we can get details to send prize/gift!

Thank you all for participating! Everyones dog was absolutely adorable!

SMK9 S&R Team

11/01/2024

Ya’ll this is definitely the absolute best costume “Ollie” could have worn! Furry Fugitive! Lol ! She was running in North Knoxville til we got the call to set up her jail (trap) and apprehended her.. lol! Send me your photos below ⬇️ so that I can see your pets costumes! We will pick three to receive a gift- 1) For Cutest 2) For Scariest
3) Best Costume
(Winners will be chosen November 5th)
Let’s see your furry friends ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

10/25/2024

Thank you God!!! Thank you to the gentleman who secured him, thank you Cocke County- thank you Dianna, Gary, Lori, Jade, Sage, and everyone who helped search for Moose! I got to spend some time loving on this boy, he’s going home!!!

10/24/2024

Update- Moose is safe!!!
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Live- Flying High in Newport, TN with Garrett- searching for Moose the 10 month old Shepherd.

10/23/2024

WARNING- this video shows graphic details- this is in case owners of this dog are looking for the dog- down from Grill 73 in Newport off Highway 73 in curve right hand side right st guardrail-
also, please - MICROCHIP- Collar and tag your dogs in case they go missing- please. ⛔️⛔️⚠️⚠️💔💔💔🐾🐾🐾

My day aint going well…. Rest in peace sweet pup-

10/23/2024

10/23/2024

Update- Moose is safe- and these two dogs are still on run- we will continue to try and get them to safety.

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These two are need to be rescued. We just have to locate them- and get them to safety- the shelter is going to take them both- be on lookout. Hwy 73 campground area Edwina-

10/18/2024

We’re not giving up on these girls- one on a mountain and one off interstate 81- soon- they’re going to be safe!!!
I don’t understand how people think animal control deserves to be paid and leaves these dogs to fend for themselves. Yet I go after them on my time and dime to save them. Why? Because I care! While Greene County failed these dogs- rest assured- I will capture them- and then have a talk with their captain and mayor…
Why is it ok for me to go 2 hrs plus one way to help an animal while animal control gets paid and does nothing??? Like I don’t have bills to pay myself and my own counties to help. These dogs will be rescued. Then I’m gonna start sending invoices to county mayors !!! 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🐾🐾

10/18/2024

Thank you all for your help and support! We’re delivering a load for North Carolina flood victims tonight. Y’all have been so supportive and helpful! We know the folks in NC appreciate the help and we appreciate you that made this possible.
Together- we are making a difference!!!

10/13/2024

Thank you Miss Donna, and precious Dog “Grace” for your donation and beautiful card, and picture of Grace. It truly is nice to know people care about us, and our mission to help animals. Grace was an absolute doll- and we just love her. Thank you again, for taking the time to meet us, and share Gods Grace, and your grace. We appreciate you both so much!