Pet Adoption and Welfare Services - Rutherford County

Address

285 John Rice Boulevard
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

(615) 898-7740

www.paws.rutherfordcountytn.gov

AKA:

Rutherford County Animal Services; PAWS

Description:

Provides pet adoption, rabies control, spay and neuter services, education programs for proper ownership and animal laws, accepts stray, unwanted pets and animal surrender in Rutherford County.

Hours:

Front Desk, Adoption and Reclaims:

Mon - Fri 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sun Noon - 4:00 pm

Rabies and Microchip Services Walk-in Only:

Mon - Thu 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm
Fri 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm

*Closed for lunch Mon - Fri 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Intake Process:

Call or walk in

Program Fees:

Fees vary by service, call for details

Eligibility:

Residents of Rutherford County

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

May 25, 2023

Wishlist:

The animal shelter accepts monetary donations, pet food, cat litter, cleaning and office supplies. See PAWS website for complete wishlist.

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

285 John Rice Boulevard
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Phone Numbers

Main

(615) 898-7740

Pet Resource Desk

(615) 907-3647

Description

Provides animal adoptions for individuals wanting to adopt cats and/or dogs.

Hours

Mon - Fri 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm Sat 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sun 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm

Required Documents

Applicants must be *18 years of age *Provide a photo ID *Provide proof of rabies vaccination for currently owned pets

Eligibility

Open to all

Fees

Fees may vary

Intake Procedure

Call for more information

Service Area

Rutherford County

Geography Served

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    Description

    Call to report information on stray or dangerous animals in Rutherford County.

    Hours

    Front Desk, Adoption and Reclaims: Mon - Fri 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm Sat 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sun Noon - 4:00 pm Rabies and Microchip Services Walk-in Only: Mon - Thu 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm Fri 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm *Closed for lunch Mon - Fri 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm

    Eligibility

    Residents of Rutherford County

    Fees

    No Fee

    Intake Procedure

    Call for information

    Service Area

    Rutherford County

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      Description

      Provides free spay and neuter for pets of residents of Rutherford County.

      Hours

      Mon - Fri 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm

      Required Documents

      Applicants will need: *Photo ID *Proof of residence

      Eligibility

      Pet owners in Rutherford County

      Fees

      No fee

      Intake Procedure

      Call to schedule an appointment

      Service Area

      Rutherford County

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        Description

        Provides rabies vaccinations to every dog and/or cat over three months of age.

        Hours

        Front Desk, Adoption and Reclaims: Mon - Fri 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm Sat 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sun Noon - 4:00 pm Rabies and Microchip Services Walk-in Only: Mon - Thu 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm Fri 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm *Closed for lunch Mon - Fri 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm

        Required Documents

        Call for more information

        Eligibility

        Pet owners in Rutherford County

        Fees

        $15

        Intake Procedure

        Walk in or call for information

        Service Area

        Rutherford County

        Geography Served

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