More animals made it out of the Young-Williams Animal Center alive in 2017 than ever before. Almost 1,300 fewer animals were euthanized last year than in 2016. That brings the shelter’s current save rate to more than 84 percent. That means 84 percent of the animals at the shelter are adopted, reclaimed or rescued instead of put down. Here are … Read More
At Young-Williams Animal Center, we’re busy planning the 9th annual Mardi Growl pet parade, and we can’t wait to celebrate with the community on Saturday, March 5. The event will begin with a pet-friendly parade at 11 a.m. and continue with a festival on Market Square from noon to 2 p.m. It’s a great event for dogs of all … Read More
Purchase a Frisbee for your best buddy at any Froyoz location throughout Knoxville, and support our Spay/Neuter program! Our spay/neuter services are available to anyone, regardless of residence. Young-Williams Spay/Neuter Solutions offers subsidized, low-cost services to pet owners who want to do the right thing but may not be able to afford to have a pet spayed or neutered without … Read More
When you shop at Kroger you can help fur babies in need! Do you plan to shop at Kroger this holiday season? Did you know Kroger will donate a percent of sales to Young Williams Animal Center if you link your Kroger card to support this organization? Its fast, easy and costs you nothing! Please take a moment to go … Read More
As a 501-(c)(3) organization, we rely on charitable donations to feed, house and care for more than 12,000 animals annually. Funding from the Pet Memorial program helps stock shelter shelves with supplies, keep kennels clean, improve facilities, expand enrichment programs for pets, provide medical care, and ensure that more adoptable pets find forever homes. Every client receives a card from … Read More
Loud, crowded events with fireworks are no fun for pets. Fireworks and thunderstorms are the best known causes for pet anxiety so please resist the urge to take them to Independence Day Festivities. Instead, keep your pets safe from the noise in a quiet, sheltered and escape-proof area at home, and take special precautions: Make sure your pets are placed … Read More
