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Ruby Tuesday's Community GiveBack - January 30th!
Grab your family and friends and print this flyer. Come out to Ruby Tuesday at 6606 Clinton Hwy on January 30, 2012. Ruby Tuesday will donate 20% of your bill back to the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley!
Don't forget to bring your flyer! Hope to see you there!
Fix-A-Pet Vaccination Clinic
February 11, 2012, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley
Please click here to see pricing. We hope to see you there!
Volunteer Orientation Class
February 21, 2012, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley
The Humane Society welcomes volunteers. There are lots of opportunities for you to give back to the four-legged community. Please click here to register for our next class.
We hope to see you there!
HSTV THANKS THE VOLS FOR COMING
SATURDAY, JANUARY 13, 2012 from 3:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M. Click below to see pictures taken by photographer Tinah Utsman. Thank you Lady Vols and Tinah for volunteering your time.
HSTV After Christmas Wish List - Letter from a Board Member
Holiday Pictures with Santa
First Volunteer Orientation in the New Building
October 20, 2011--Last night 50+ people attended the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley's first orientation in the new building. Thank you to all of you who took the time to come out and support our efforts. Our four legged friends look forward to seeing you in the future!
PRESS RELEASE 9/26/11
Lemonade Stand Brings $969 and One Pence
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Veronica K., Patrick Hackett, DVM & President, and Morgan K.
The K Girls and Their Lemondade Stand
Kids Fundraising for Humane Society during Greek Fest
Two young ladies and a few of their friends are setting up a lemonade/water stand complete with puppies and information to benefit The Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley.
This great idea was thought up by the two girls--Veronica and Morgan. They have been fosters for HSTV for a few years and love giving back through the animals. The girls tested the waters last year and are going full-scale this year.
They have somewhat of a captive audience...with people parking and walking to Greekfest passing right by them!
If you are in the area or doing anything at Greekfest, how about giving a big kudos to these young philanthropic entrepreneurs? Plus a chance to play with a couple of adoptable pups, donors get nice giveaways...
Thank you Killeffer family! Everyone tell your friends to stop on by!
Welcome to Our New Home!
We are proud to announce that this Saturday, September 10, 2011, the Humane Society opened the doors to its new location at 6717 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919. We will no longer occupy space at the pink building on Bearden Hill, but we will not be far away either. We simply moved across the street.
Thanks to a great team, the move was made possible in only four days. Our staff worked relentlessly around the clock preparing the building for our animals and ensuring a very safe and comfortable transition.
Prior to the move-in, Nisha Rensel and her family helped paint the larger community room. A special thanks goes out to them for their efforts. We still need more painting done and welcome volunteers.
Special thanks also goes to volunteer Ginger Browning for all of the hard work she provided by landscaping the main entrance of the building. Longtime volunteer Mary Evon, started us off on the right foot with her weeding skills. Board member Beth Schultheis generously donated plants and material, as well as chipping in to get her hands dirty alongside Ginger.
Note only did we have our first visitors, but we're happy to say that three pets were placed with new parents. Click to view the the happy families and other opening day festivities.
Way to go adopters, staff, and volunteers!. Thank you so much for supporting your local Humane Society, rescuing throughout Knox and the surrounding counties.
A Flash from the Past - Katrina Efforts
The Humane Society recently rescued six dogs from a hoarding situation in Sevier County where 71 were living in one house. This is what makes us special. We are your local Humane Society, taking care of animals in East Tenness for more than 125 years. But as you can see, we aren't afraid to venture out.
Fiscal Director Amy Buttry, who began as a volunteer with Humane Society, can be seen here volunteering for Katrina.
Free Pet Holiday photo and ID tags!
We will be at Grayson Subaru on Saturday, December 18, 10am - 2pm. We will be collecting pet food (prefer Purina) with no red or green dye, blankets, beds, and toys. If you need a furry friend this holiday, drop by and look at our picture boards, pick out a pet for adoption, and Grayson Subaru will match the fee. All pet adoption fees go towards supporting The Humane Society.
Any purchase or lease of a new Subaru through January 3, 2011, Subaru will donate $250 in your name to any of these charities.
- Big Brothers Big Sisters
- Meals on Wheels
- ASPCA
- Habitat for Humanity
- Ocean Conservancy
Help us make this holiday season better for all of those in need.
2011 Fiesta Drive for Charity
December 9, 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., at Calhoun's on the River, 400 Neyland Drive, Knoxville, TN
Come take a Fiesta test drive and Ford will make a $50 donation on your behalf to the Humane Society of Tennessee Valley. Ford makes if fun and easy to give back to your community. Also enter to win a 2011 Ford Fiesta, $500 Apple or Best Buy gift card.
Baby, it's cold outside! Hot Tub Santa Paws!
Have your pet and/or family photographed in a Hot Tub* with Santa!
Saturday, December 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Campbell's Pool and Spa. 5 x 7 prints are available for $10, Christmas cards are available to order as well. Special thanks go to Sterling Photographics for donating their time, expertise and supplies, and to Campbell Pool and Spa for hosting this event.
All proceeds go to benefit the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley, commiteed to rescuing animals throughout nine counties. Help us save lives while Santa keeps your animals warm.
* Hot tub will be dry during shooting. Water shown for effect only.
Theft at the Humane Society
Last night, all of the medium to large carriers and large wire crates were stolen from our adoption center, the pink building on Bearden Hill Knoxville, TN.
We are now seeking donations of crates and carriers to make up for this loss. Please ask your friends and family if they have any to spare. All donations are greatly appreciated! Crates, carriers, and any other donations may be dropped off at Adopt-a-Pet, 6720 Kingston Pike. It is the pink building on Bearden Hill, across from Papermill Drive. All donors receive a receipt for tax purposes.
For more information, please call 865-573-9675 ext. 8 or to make a contribution, just click on the red "DONATE" button to the right of this posting.
Spirited Art Hosting Charity Night for HSTV
Spirited Art, a business that provides people with an opportunity to spend time with friends while painting, is celebrating its grand opening by hosting one week of charity nights for local nonprofits. The Humane Society of Tennessee Valley’s Charity Night will be on November 16, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
You can visit www.myspiritedart.com to view what you would be painting. They provide you the canvas and paint, and teach you step-by-step, how to paint that particular painting. Adults are welcome to bring wine if they like, and at the end of the night each participant leaves with a painting.
There are 60 seats available. The cost is only $35 per person, $25 of which will be donated to HSTV’s cause. It’s going to be a fun, fun, night! So register now and bring your friends and family with you!
“PENNIES FOR PUPPIES “ Local Elementary School Presents Donation
October 11, 2010—The Kid’s Place at Amherst Elementary School held a fundraiser called “Pennies for Puppies” and collected pocket change from students and parents to donate to the Humane Society of Tennessee Valley (HSTV).
HSTV President Patrick Hackett, DVM, attended a ceremony to accept the donation and give an educational chat to students ranging from kindergarteners to fifth graders. Melissa Bull, the site director of Kid’s Place, organized the event to recognize these aspiring young philanthropists.
According to Ms. Bull the children decided to do "Pennies for Puppies" after they talked about “animal abuse and neglect and how important shelters are for our four-legged friends.” Dr. Hackett provided information on animal safety and the importance of properly caring for pets, including the necessity of spaying and neutering.
The children eagerly participated, asking and answering questions. Jan Hackett brought her dog, Whosit, and when asked what type of a dog it was, one boy informed Dr. Hackett that he was holding “a Canine Chihuahua.” Later the children enjoyed petting Whosit. Not only did they have a good time, but the HSTV enjoyed the visit, as well.
We greatly appreciate the effort that these little ones put forth to raise money to help HSTV’s little (and big) furry ones. Special thanks go out to Tanner Grantham, who donated the most pennies, and Rebecca Raney for selflessly donating the entire contents of her piggy bank. All of the children worked very hard and should feel proud to have played a role in saving animals’ lives.
Rebecca Raney, Patrick Hackett, DVM, Kiarah Smith, and Tanner Grantham
Kid’s Place Team with HSTV Development Director Laura Ross, Whosit, and HSTV President Patrick Hackett, DVM
I Paws For Pets Photo Shoot-Out
August 5, 2010
Get photos of your family, friends, or pets, and help us celebrate our 125th anniversary at the UT Gardens!
I Paws For Pets has been moved to August 28th.
August 28, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the UT Gardens.
Five different photographers will be on site, using the beautiful gardens as backdrops, to take photos of visitors and their friends, family, or pets. A small fee will buy a package of prints, with the proceeds going to the HSTV, the only no-kill shelter in East Tennessee.
Donate Blood
June 22, 2010
June 26, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Adopt-A-Pet on Bearden Hill
(6720 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919)
The Humane Society of Tennessee Valley and Medic Blood are having a blood drive. Come out and give blood that could help save someone’s life.
Petco will also be on site providing information, nutrition training, and free samples. Bruster’s will be there with ice cream for you and doggie sundaes for our friends with paws.
This summer, donate blood and be eligible for a weekly drawing to win Two Free Tickets to any Tennessee Smokies home game.
All donor receive a free Chick-fil-A sandwich coupon
Military Members to Assist Texas Roadhouse Personnel with "Tips for Pets" Fundraiser!
June 18, 2010
Saturday, June 19th
Texas Roadhouse, 334 Fountain View Circle, Alcoa
Time: 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Members of the Air National Guard will be deploying to the Texas Roadhouse in Alcoa on Saturday evening, June 19th, volunteering their time to help raise money and awareness at a fundraiser for the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley. You will be in for a big treat that evening as military members* will be working as celebrity waiters and waitresses shadowing the restaurant staff as they help serve food and assist the staff with serving patrons. The name of the fundraiser is called "Tips for Pets".
Basically, each table will be greeted by one of the military members who will then place an envelope at each table in their section. Patrons wishing to leave a tip in the envelope will be supporting the humane society and that tip is in addition to the normal server's gratuity.
*The airmen serving you that evening are from all over the country as they will be in Alcoa attending a two-week long Human Resource Advisor's orientation course at McGhee-Tyson ANG base.
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