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Animal Neglect/Cruelty

Anderson County Animal Care and Control strives to protect the animals in our county. Please report any suspected cases of animal neglect or cruelty by calling us at (865) 457-6244.

Barking Dogs

If you have a concern about barking dogs, please consider the following guidance and also the ordinances covering the issue.

Citations

If you were issued a citation for any county animal related ordinance violation.

Dog Bites

Dog bites should be promptly reported to Anderson County Animal Care and Control. The animal must be located, vaccination status verified, and quarantined for a period of 10 days from the date of the bite.

Dog Parks

Information about dog parks in our area.

Large Animals \ Farm Animals

Actions for large animal or livestock issues.

Leash Law For Dogs

All dogs in Anderson County must be on a leash, behind a fence, or on the dog owner’s property under the owner’s supervision at all times when outside.

Licensing

Anderson County does not require licensing of animals; however, if you are a resident of a municipality, please check with your municipal government as licensing may be required within the city limits.

Microchips

Anderson County Animal Care and Control encourages microchip technology as an added measure of protection in case your pet becomes lost.

Owner Relinquishment \ Surrender

Information about the difficult decision to relinquish your pet.

Rabies Vaccinations

Tennessee State laws requires the vaccination of dogs or cats (6) six months of age or older.

Spay/Neuter

ACACC encourages all pet owners to have their animals spayed or neutered.

Wildlife

Homeowners are responsible for the removal of any uninjured nuisance wildlife in your home or on your property; however, ACACC can offer guidance and possible assistance in emergency situations.

Contact Form

    Business Hours

    You may contact the Anderson County Animal Shelter at (865) 264-6315 to schedule Return-To-Owner or Animal-Receiving. The Animal Shelter is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday (closed Wednesdays) and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday. The facility is also closed each weekday from 12 to 1 p.m. for lunch.