Report Animal Abuse, Neglect, and Strays
Our Animal Shelter helps keep Loudon County safe and rescues animals in need. Animal Control Officers respond to calls from the public and government agencies seven days a week. If you have a service request please call (865) 458-5593 for assistance.
Recognize Physical Signs
- A person striking or otherwise physically abusing an animal.
- Extreme thinness or emaciation—bones may be visible.
- A tight collar that has caused a wound or has become embedded in the animal’s neck.
- Signs of an illness or injury that is not being treated, including open wounds or broken bones.
- Fur infested with fleas, ticks or other parasites.
- Signs of inadequate grooming, such as extreme matting of fur or overgrown nails that interfere with the animal’s ability to walk or otherwise function normally.
- For signs of dogfighting, please click here for additional information.
Recognize Environmental Signs
- Animals confined outside for long periods of time without adequate food or water.
- Animals confined outside in inclement weather without access to adequate shelter.
- Animals confined to a space that is littered with feces, urine, garbage, broken glass or other objects that could harm them.
- Animals confined in kennels or cages that are too small to allow them to stand, turn around and make normal movements or have sufficient access to food, water or protection from the elements.
Neighbors helping Neighbors
Check these common local Facebook groups for lost and found animals:
