+Barn Cats - PAWS now accepts sign ups for adoptions of "barn" or "micer" cats! Contact PAWS for more info.

+Next Volunteer Orientation - Dec. 8, 8 a.m. - Can't make this one? No problem! Orientations are held 1/month on Saturday mornings. Click here for more info.

+"15 Days of Christmas" - Dec. 9-23 - ALL adoption fees WAIVED to good homes, thanks to adoption sponsors, "Middle TN Staging"! Plus, all adopters will be entered to WIN a $50 Visa gift card, also courtesy of "Middle TN Staging"! Click here for more info.

*See holiday closing dates under "Hours & Location".

Hours & Location

*NOTE: PAWS will be CLOSED Dec. 24-25 for the Christmas holiday. We will reopen Dec. 26. For emergencies only please contact your local law enforcement. Thank you!

Adoptions*, Reclaims* & Animal Viewing:

Monday-Friday, 12-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Sunday, 12-4 p.m. 

*Adoptions and reclaims must be processed 30 minutes prior to closing time.

Pet Surrender: 

Please call the PAWS Animal Resource Desk at 615-907-DOGS to schedule an appointment to bring in an animal(s). The pet surrender area is closed on Sundays (& closed holiday dates) & animals can not be accepted at the shelter. Please [click here] for more information.

[Click here for Vet Services Hours & Info]

The shelter is closed most holidays.