Dogs from LA We have not taken any pets from the LA area to date. We have been contacted and are working with local and national agencies to coordinate rescue efforts and expect to receive and/or transport animals in the coming weeks. We want to help in this crisis to the extent that we’re able. Just as we assisted multiple … Read More
If you’ve ever watched a cat leap effortlessly onto the top of a bookshelf or perch proudly on a high window ledge, you’ve witnessed one of their core instincts in action—their love for vertical space. For cats, climbing isn’t just a quirky habit; it’s a deeply ingrained behavior rooted in their evolutionary need to survey their surroundings, find safety, … Read More
Young-Williams Animal Center has received $250,000 from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of the shelter’s lifesaving work for pets in Knoxville. Shelter representatives and adoptable animals celebrated the grant with check presentations at the Kingston Pike and Farragut Petco locations on May 30, 2024. “By Petco Love making this lifesaving investment, we can expand our reach to aid even … Read More
Young-Williams Animal Center has received $200,000 from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of the shelter’s lifesaving work for pets in Knoxville. Shelter representatives and adoptable animals celebrated the grant with check presentations at the Kingston Pike and Farragut Petco locations on Wednesday. “A lifesaving investment of this value will allow us to assist even more vulnerable animals in our community,” says Janet … Read More
Our 16th Annual Mardi Growl, presented by Merchants of Beer, was a huge success! The weather was perfect and we hope you and your pets had an amazing time! Thank you to all of our furry friends who brought their humans out for a pawty on the World’s Fair Park Performance Lawn! Knoxville you really are one of the … Read More
Save the Date: Our 16th Annual Mardi Growl is coming to World’s Fair Park on Saturday, March 4, 2023! Calling all pet owners, animal welfare advocates, and people searching for a fun family-friendly time! Young-Williams Animal Center invites you to the 16th annual Mardi Growl – Knoxville’s favorite pet parade and party – on March 4, 2023. Our famous pet … Read More
Make Your Valentine’s Day Un-fur-gettable by reserving a Doggie Date Trip! If you’re looking for a unique way to spend Valentine’s Day, consider showing some love to an adoptable dog at Young-Williams Animal Center. Our lovable canines would love to hang out with you at a park, go for a hike, see the sites downtown, or whatever suits your … Read More
Known by many for her role as Rose Nylund on The Golden Girls, we invite you to join us in honoring Betty White’s incredible legacy, which extends far beyond her role as a comedienne on our television and movie screens. For nearly a century, she was devoted to being an advocate for animals, both domestic and wild. Along with … Read More
Each year, thousands of animals come through the doors of Young-Williams Animal Center. Whether they are lost, stray, abused, or abandoned, our goal is the same — to find a home for every pet. On our mission to end pet homelessness, promote animal welfare and enhance the human-animal bond, in 2022 alone, Young-Williams found homes for more than 6,000 pets. … Read More
Just as winter begins, East Tennessee is bracing for a cold front that will bring frigid temperatures to our area. Young-Williams Animal Center wants to remind pet owners to take extra precautions to ensure our four-legged family members remain safe and warm. MAKE SURE YOUR PETS ARE HEALTHY AND COMFORTABLE WITH THESE TIPS If it feels too cold for you, … Read More
