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Lost or found a pet in Knoxville

What to do first in Knoxville, from local animal services’ guidance, and who to call.
What happened?

Young-Williams Animal Services

Holds found strays for Knoxville through managed intake. Call Animal Services dispatch if transport is unsafe or the shelter is closed; healthy outdoor cats are not admitted. Sick or injured cats and dependent kittens may be admitted

865-407-2229

What to do if your pet is missing

  1. Now

    Add a photo and where your pet was last seen. We’ll show you pets posted nearby that could be yours. Each one is a lead to check, not proof.

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  2. Next

    What local animal services ask:

    • Check the current strays linked from Young-Williams’ lost-and-found page.
    • Arrange a shelter visit to identify your pet; phone descriptions cannot confirm it.
    • Check back regularly and ask staff about reclaim requirements and fees.

    FindLostPets and the shelter keep separate reports. It helps to file one with the shelter too.

    How long shelters hold a pet

    Hold times vary; contact the shelter quickly.

    Go in person as early as you can.

    More details about hold times

    Official source:Young-Williams official stray information (opens in a new tab)

  3. Keep checking

    • Look at the shelter’s listings again, and go in person when you can.
    • Open your search here again to see what has been posted since.
    • Write down who you called and any possible sightings, then make a flyer and share it.

What to do if you found a pet

  1. Now

    Answer three quick questions and see if someone nearby is missing them.

    Look for their ownerPrivate until you choose to share. No account needed.
  2. Next

    What local animal services ask:

    • Contact Young-Williams Animal Services about the pet’s condition and where it was found.
    • Ask about managed intake or the optional Friendly Finder program.
    • If you cannot safely care for or transport the pet, ask Animal Services for help.

    FindLostPets and the shelter keep separate reports. It helps to file one with the shelter too.

    How long shelters hold a pet

    Hold times vary; contact the shelter quickly.

    More details about hold times

    Official source:Young-Williams official stray information (opens in a new tab)

  3. Then

    See our guides for a found dog or cat.

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Knoxville guidance through managed intake. Healthy outdoor cats are not admitted; ask about help for sick or injured cats and kittens too young to survive alone.

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