White County Animal Shelter Manager Urges Relocation
Severe overcrowding and limited space at the White County Animal Shelter prompting calls for a larger facility and a more visible location to better care for abandoned and stray animals. White County Animal Shelter Manager Brooke Childress said the current facility is operating beyond its capacity with approximately 35 to 40 dogs housed in only […]
Wild About Cats Earns $5,000 In National Prize Money
Wild About Cats of Cumberland County expanding its lifesaving efforts for local stray cats after winning a $5,000 national prize. President Cindy Hughes said community members and friends advocated for the rescue. Hughes said the national recognition provides a significant financial boost that allows the organization to maintain its focus on reducing the local kitten […]
Livingston Police Strengthen Overton County Animal Welfare
The Livingston Police Department partnering with Friends of Overton County Animals to address animal welfare and overpopulation through a Friday fundraiser. Chief Ray Smith said the department is working to bring awareness to animal welfare needs while supporting fundraisers that provide resources for local rescue efforts. Smith said the department has established strong relationships with […]
Animal Overpopulation, Stray Pet Numbers Rise Across UC
Animal rescue organizations across the Upper Cumberland are reporting a critical surge in unwanted pets as a lack of local shelters and rising economic pressures leave many animals abandoned. Friends of Jackson County Animal Shelter Treasurer Diana Mandli said the number of unwanted pets far exceeds the available homes. Mandli said the organization is performing […]
Overton Executive Candidates Pledge New Animal Committee
Candidates for Overton County Executive have pledged to form a new animal welfare committee to address the local overpopulation crisis. Friends of Overton County Animals Administrator Michelle Lee said the proposed committee would include the county executive, county commissioners, and representatives from local animal rescues. Lee said the group intends to request an ex-officio member […]
Local Ag Officials Keeping Eye On Texas Worm Outbreak
The U.S. Department of Agriculture working to contain an outbreak of the New World screwworm in Texas to prevent the invasive species from spreading to Tennessee livestock and wildlife. White County Ag Extension Director Scott Swoape said the number of active cases in Texas has already doubled. Swoape said pets and animals can be at […]
State Licensure Enhances McMinnville Animal Control
McMinnville Animal Control earned state licensure, allowing the facility to acquire medications directly from suppliers and officially recognizing its high operational standards. McMinnville Public Works Director Lyndon Bussell said the department pursued the certification to demonstrate the quality of the shelter to the community. The facility was already operating under strict internal guidelines before the […]
Local Baxter Pet Business Wants The City To Have Stronger Ordinances For Pet Welfare
A Baxter pet-grooming business is asking Baxter Mayor and Aldermen if there is a way to create stricter animal welfare rules. Baxter’s Dog House Owner Renee Crandall said the current state law only requires animals to have food, water, and shelter. She said after seeing many instances of neglect, including animals covered in urine, feces, […]
