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Making Adoption Magic
Since 1946, Nashville Humane Association has dedicated our efforts to aiding sick, homeless and at-risk shelter pets in Nashville, throughout Middle Tennessee, and across the globe.
Voted “Nashville’s Favorite Place to Adopt” year-over-year, we pride ourselves on our 99% save rate and making thousands of new families each year, all while focusing our mission on assisting pets and pet-people throughout our community.
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Lifesaving Statistics
Nashville Humane has been saving lives in Nashville, Middle Tennessee, and across the globe for more than 75 years.
With an annual save rate of 99% for more than four years running, we are a safe-haven for ailing, homeless, and at-risk pets throughout our community.
Thanks to our transport program we’re able to assist urban and rural shelters not only in our backyard but all across the country!
Let’s Connect!
It's about time for the big reveal! 👀 Please join us this Thursday, September 29, from 5-7 pm at TailGate Brewery on Charlotte Pike.
We'll be announcing the winners of our Adoption Ale contest and celebrating with a puppy party! Afterward, enjoy movie night at TailGate with a viewing of Homeward Bound at 7:30 pm!
You can taste the brand new Adoption Ale at Dog Day on October 15. Don't have tix yet? Link in bio!
Sep 24
This may be the cutest pair of pibble puppers! 🥰 Domino and Dandelion are both ready for forever homes!
These littermates just returned to NHA from foster. Puppy fostering is one of our greatest needs right now. Typically, it’s a two-week commitment. Sometimes more. Sometimes less. Whatever works for you! Sound like something you’re interested in opening up your home to? Let us know! Please visit our website to learn more about THE MANY lifesaving foster opportunities we have available, or just click the link in bio!
We are open for adoptions Tuesday through Sunday from 10 am-5 pm. Friendly Reminder that on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, we are closed for “Quiet Hour” from 12-1 pm. Please arrive by 4 pm on all the days we are open to give yourself more than enough time to visit all of our pets, fall in love, and ADOPT!
Sep 24
Meet our most adorable little McFamily! Momma McFlurry is 4 years old and weighs 28 lbs. She's been a wonderful mother to her four little pups, but now it's time for them all to find families of their own!
McFlurry recently went on a rovernight, and we're told she was a wonderful houseguest and was friendly with every person and animal she met. She's super duper cuddly! While it seems the ice cream machine may be broken every time you want one, this McFlurry will never let you down. 🍦😉
McFlurry's puppies in order are McGriddle, McChicken, McMuffin, and McNugget. They're just shy of being three months old and they're all sweet little girls ready to go home. Come meet them today!
Sep 23
Each week, Abe (@twopucketts) volunteers to take one of our shelter dogs out for an early run. This week, Frost was the lucky pup who was able to join him! Abe always follows up with photos and a recap:
"Everyone - meet Frost! Frost is a 3-year-old border collie/shepherd mix waiting for a home at Nashville Humane. It was pretty clear that Frost didn't have a normal loving start to her life; the moment I met her, she buried her head in my lap, begging for affection.
That continued on our adventure as every step I took, she had her body pressed against my calves. Always directing me away from traffic - we had just met, but she was already taking care of me. Eager to please, easy to train, and full of love, Frost is a true diamond in the ruff. Imagine being able to hug this dog every single day oh my god.
If you or anyone you know are looking for a loyal and loving best friend, I hope you'll consider Frost The Amazing Shelter Dog at Nashville Humane Association!"
So what are you waiting for? Visit Frost at NHA today! 🥰
Sep 23
Hey friends! We’re in need of fosters for the following animals. If you’re already a foster, please email our foster coordinator. If not, please sign up on our website or just click the link in bio!
Marcia
Foster Length Needed: 3-4 Weeks
Marcia is a 3 year old miniature poodle that is awaiting a dental surgery. She is from the recent hoarding case and is a very fearful girl that will need to be leashed at all times while outside. She would do well with another pup friend at home that can help teach her how to be a dog!
Vinny
Foster Length Needed: Two Weeks
Vinny is a 5 year old Tabby that is showing a lot of anxiety in his kennel. Our vet team would like his foster to keep an eye on him to rule out a neurological issue.
Mary Lauren (Foster found, thank you!)
Foster Length Needed: 2-3 Weeks
She is a 3 year old Pug that was rescued from the recent puppy mill case. She is extremely fearful and shut down - we are hoping to give her a decompression break in a foster home while she is also awaiting a dental surgery.
Wilson
Foster Length Needed: 2-3 Weeks
Wilson is a 3 year old poodle who is currently awaiting a dental surgery. He is from the recent hoarding case and is a very fearful little guy that will need to be leashed at all times while outside. He would do well with another pup friend at home that can help teach him how to be a dog!
Wells
Foster Length Needed: Two Weeks
Wells is a 2 year old poodle awaiting dental surgery. This little cutie is a flight risk and cannot go to a home with children at this time. She is still quite fearful and does not know how to walk on a leash, so a fenced in backyard would be beneficial (& she will need to be leashed at all times while outside due to flight risk). She is dog friendly!
Hoarding Case 9/19:
We recently assisted with a local hoarding case this week and need foster families for multiple new dogs! Similarly to our previous doodle mill case, these dogs will not be potty trained and may not know how to walk on a leash yet. At this time we would prefer to send them to homes without children as many of them are very fearful and flight risks. They were all housed together and are dog friendly!
Sep 22
Come visit! We’re open Tues - Sun from 10 AM - 5 PM. (We’re closed for quiet hour from 12-1). Just look at all these adorable faces excited to see you! 😍
Sep 21
It's time for the next wave of Special Doodle Adoptions! These special little pups are ready to meet their new forever families and go into amazing loving homes. Similar to the last group, we're using our special adoption form linked in our bio. (Go to our profile, tap the link that says linkin.bio/nashvillehumane.org, then tap this post.)
These little ones are amazing. While they've all had a rough start to their story, they're all coming out of their shells and are absolutely special. You're going to be the hero in their stories now. Each and every one is still learning how to be a dog. Basically, they're all still "works in progress", and maybe a little bit scared (understandable given where they came from). But it's pretty amazing to see the big steps they all take every day.
Here's how you apply. Go to the Special Adoption Application page linked in our bio. Complete an application. Even if you've applied before, you'll need to complete a NEW application for one of these pups.
Read the Adoption Page in its entirety. First, it's going to answer your basic questions. But also, it has very important information about each pup. Information you need to know. If you think you'll be a special pet parent to one of these doodles, let us know in your application. We've had hundreds and hundreds of applications in previous rounds.
After you complete an application, if you meet the minimum requirements, you'll be in the pool of eligibles. Then we're just going to start running down the list and reaching out to people. Our Pet Services team will do brief interviews. We'll be scheduling meet and greets. And then, if it's a fit, we'll be finalizing adoptions at the shelter. (Again, you don't have to live in Nashville or be a Tennessee resident, but you have to complete the adoption in our Nashville Shelter.)
Sep 20
Lindy Hop had a fabulous time visiting @waynedshow yesterday for #MuttNationMonday! From the car ride to the studio to all the Pup-Peroni treats, the day was hers to enjoy, and she was living for it. Click the link in bio for video from her big day out at @98wsix!
Lindy is just 1 year old and weighs 57 lbs. While she is a larger dog, she is very gentle and extremely sweet. But she has a very goofy side to her, too! We believe Lindy Hop is part Great Dane, which would explain her clown-like-Marmaduke personality. You've just got to come meet this incredible girl when we open Tuesday at 10 AM. She'll be adopted quickly, so don't miss your chance!
Sep 20
Every week, @wendyjophoto volunteers her time at NHA taking beauty shots of some of our adoptables. Take a look at this week's results! In order: Coco, Lindy Hop, Tito, and Juliette. Even though Juliette has been adopted, we had to include her pics because she is giving some of the best side-eye to ever be seen! 👀 Huge thanks to Wendy Jo for these fantastic photos! Our shelter pets are so lucky to have your support!
View these adoptables and more on our website (updated daily). Link in bio!
Sep 19
Tomorrow, September 20, Walgreens will be onsite at NHA to provide flu shots between 1 PM - 4 PM. Stop by, get your flu shot, and take a peek at our adoptable shelter pets while you’re here!
Sep 19
The Nashville Humane Association (NHA), incorporated in 1946 to protect the well-being of animals in Davidson County, is one of the oldest service organizations in Nashville. We are committed to finding responsible homes, controlling pet overpopulation, & promoting the humane treatment of animals.
