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
Young-Williams Animal Center must be on Santa’s nice list this year! Thanks to a very generous donor, you can make your gift go further this holiday season. Our Secret Santa has pledged to match dollar-for-dollar donations up to a total of $5,000. But act now – we only have until December 31, 2022 to claim these additional funds! Secret Santa … Read More
Click here to open the 2022 Cause for Paws Digital Program Click here to learn more about the Animal Compassion Fund Thank you for attending Cause for Paws, the signature fundraising event for Young-Williams Animal Center. As Knox County’s official animal shelter, we care for nearly 10,000 stray, lost, injured, abused or neglected pets annually. This event celebrates our … Read More
BISSELL Pet Foundation Sponsor Reduced Adoption Fees Across the Country Young-Williams Animal Center part of 275+ shelters participating in the spring “Empty the Shelters” event Knoxville, TN —As shelters across the country face overcrowding, BISSELL Pet Foundation is aiming to “Empty the Shelters” by sponsoring reduced adoption fees to $25 from May 2-15. This event will be hosted in more … Read More
Did you know? Cats are seasonal breeders. This means that during the winter months, cats generally aren’t reproducing, but come spring, cats begin to seek a mate and that means a huge uptick in litters of kittens needing our help. While we love caring for these sweet babies, shelter resources are stretched thin during Kitten Season. We will see thousands … Read More
Re: Knoxville Police Department Animal Control statement (linked here) Earlier this evening, Young-Williams Animal Center received two dogs and one cat who were confiscated by Knoxville Police Department Animal Control during an animal cruelty investigation. The three pets appear to be in fair condition and are being examined by our veterinary team. We will provide more updates as available. The … Read More
Young-Williams Animal Center is aware that a rare rabbit disease, rabbit hemorrhagic disease or RHDV2, has been found in two rabbits from the same household in Blount County. The cases are the first known in Tennessee. To protect pets in our community, the shelter is taking measures to prevent the spread of the disease and assisting animals in our care. … Read More
