Brownsville Haywood County Animal Shelter in Brownsville, Tennessee

Brownsville Haywood County Animal Shelter is at 217 S Russell St, Brownsville, TN 38012 in Haywood County.

The recorded opening hours are Mo-Fr 08:00-16:00. Adoption hours and intake hours are often different, so check with the shelter at (731) 772-2908 before you go.

Start on haywoodcountybrownsville.com, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.

Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.

Brownsville Haywood County Animal Shelter matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 62-1572457). Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.