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Sponsorships are now available at the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter. The sponsorships last for one full year and will be commemorated with plaques above the designated kennels.
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Washington County Animal Shelter

There's a new way for you to help the Washington County Animal Shelter

Want to do more for the homeless animals of Washington County? The local animal shelter has a new way for those who can’t open their homes to animals.

Jan 10, 2019 at 4:14 PM
You can visit the Unicoi County Animal Shelter at 185 N. Industrial Drive in Erwin, or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-743-3071.
jfuller
Fuller Disclosure

Make a list and check it twice before bringing a puppy home for Christmas

Every time I cover a story at the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter, I wish I could leave with a new furry family member.

Dec 18, 2018 at 10:31 PM
The Washington County-Johnson City Animal Shelter is busting at the seams, and the shelter is asking the public for help by adopting a pet, donating time, money or donations to the shelter and spaying or neutering their pets.
jfuller
Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter

What can you do to help the animal shelter?

After shutting down take-ins for a few days due to overcrowding, the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter take-in center has reopened its doors.

But shelter officials are still asking for help from the community.

Aug 20, 2018 at 11:28 PM
Tractor Supply Co. hosts the Out Here With Animals event to support shelter and rescue animals while promoting healthy-living for domesticated pets and livestock.
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Lend a helping hand to your furry friends at Tractor Supply Co.'s Out Here With Animals event

For one week, the store will offer a variety of sale promotions while accepting donations to support neutering and spaying to prevent unwanted breeding and promote more animal adoptions.

Aug 7, 2018 at 7:32 PM
Oliver gives Erin Farris, co-founder of The Pit Crew, a kiss. Oliver will have his own kissing booth at The Willow Tree this Saturday for the first annual Pits, Brews & Tunes fundraiser, which will benefit the Washington County Animal Shelter.
jfuller
Washington County Animal Shelter

Grab a pint, listen to some tunes and donate to the animal shelter this weekend with "Pits, Brews & Tunes"

The shelter is coordinating with a new local organization called The Pit Crew at The Willow Tree Coffeehouse and Music Room this Saturday from 4 to 10 p.m. “Pits, Brews & Tunes” will feature family-friendly activities from 4-6 p.m. which will include a silent auction, pit bull education and dog safety information, kids’ activities and, of course, a kissing booth featuring Oliver.

Updated Jul 16, 2018 at 8:23 PM
You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.
jbentley
Washington County Animal Shelter

WCJC Animal Shelter Cat Photos

You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.

Jul 2, 2018 at 6:55 PM
You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.
jbentley
Washington County Animal Shelter

WCJC Animal Shelter Dog Photos

You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.

Jun 29, 2018 at 12:32 PM
You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.
jbentley
Washington County Animal Shelter

WCJC Animal Shelter Cat Photos

You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.

Jun 29, 2018 at 12:26 PM
You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.
jbentley
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WCJC Animal Shelter, June 29 - VIDEO

There was a big crowd at the shelter during my visit, and it wasn’t just people milling about. People were there to be involved.

Jun 29, 2018 at 12:00 PM
Support Your Local Shelter
jbentley
Videos

WCJC Animal Shelter, June 14 - VIDEO

Wednesday afternoons are not the optimum time to visit the shelter. The lobby and adoption center are closed, so visitors are not able to get inside to see the dogs and cats available for adoption - that means the animals have little or no human Jun 14, 2018 at 12:28 PM

You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.
jbentley
Washington County Animal Shelter

WCJC Animal Shelter Dog Photos

You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.

Updated Jun 14, 2018 at 11:57 AM
You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.
jbentley
Washington County Animal Shelter

WCJC Animal Shelter Cat Photos

You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.

Jun 14, 2018 at 11:49 AM
Mittens is one of the cutest things you’ll ever see at a shelter —a seven-week-old male Polydactyl Tabby (black, gray, and white) who is just about the sweetest kitten I’ve ever been around. He is playful and curious, and has a rambunctious look in his eye that says he wants to play. And he has extra toes, so you can spend hours counting together. Take him home! You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.
jbentley
Washington County Animal Shelter

WCJC Animal Shelter, May 25

Things at the shelter this week were hot and muggy, and the volunteers on hand to walk dogs and take care of cats were obviously feeling it - but they were still there and still working hard to make sure these prospective pets get as much May 25, 2018 at 3:26 PM

Si is one of three ten-to-twelve-week-old female Huskies (Se and Sa are the other two) at the shelter right now, and none of the three are adjusting very well. Timid and scared, and in need of space, she is also adorable and sweet and loving. If anyone could provide this beauty with a good home and an active lifestyle, that would be wonderful. If someone could take all three...? That would be amazing. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.
jbentley
pets of the week

Pets of the Week

Summer may not be here yet, but the heat most assuredly is.

May 24, 2018 at 4:46 PM
Rosetta is a laid back sort for a rabbit. This calico-coated, long-eared adult female still has the heavy breathing associated with her species, but she’s not overly excited or nervous with people. She’d make a great addition to any rabbit-friendly family. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.
jbentley
pets of the week

Pets of the Week

This week’s choices for Pets of the Week offer a little something for everyone. Or at least something new for the hoppy fans out there.

May 17, 2018 at 11:30 AM
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