We serve our region’s shelters, pets, and the people who love them through wholistic, life saving initiatives and care.

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We do more than just adoptions.

Every companion animal that enters our doors comes to us with a story of abandonment. We give them hope, love and a healthy start on their journey to a new home.

The Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley operates a bit differently than what you might think. We are committed to joining companion animals and people who love them, and keeping them together for the long run. We see ourselves as a part of the wider community and our services reflect that.

We would love you to come meet our current companion animals and adopt or foster someone special.

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How We’re Different

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Collaboration

One of the ways we’re different is the support we provide for our 55 partner shelters. We transfer in animals from throughout the state and beyond. We also partner with vets and businesses within the community to help support adopters in the continued care of their animals.
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Pet Help

Our PetHelp Program strives to keep pets and people together by offering services including a Pet Food Pantry. We provide resources for our community and the animals they love.
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Community

We hold adoption and outreach events throughout the community to raise awareness. We also have programs like Paws to Visit, allowing our animals to visit senior care centers, and a reading program for kids to get involved with the animals. More ›

How You Can Help

Donate

We can only do the work we do because of you! Whether you make a single donation, become a monthly donor, or host a fundraiser for us, you will be contributing to our lifesaving mission.

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Volunteer

With so much to do to care for our shelter pets there are lots of ways to volunteer with us. We rely on the community to lend a hand and are so grateful that they do.

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Foster

It takes a special person to welcome an animal into your home short term. As a foster, you help give dogs a break from stress, raise kittens and puppies until surgery, and generally are our superheroes!

Foster a Pet

Join us for this year’s fundraising gala: Mask-Fur-Ade!

✨ Dearest Gentle Reader, an invitation awaits… ✨Tickets are officially LIVE for the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley’s 2026 Mask-Fur-Ade Gala! 🎭🐾

Step into an evening inspired by the elegance, romance, and mystery of the Regency era on Friday, October 23, 2026, at Bridgewater Place. Don your finest masquerade mask and Regency-inspired attire (yes… think Bridgerton 👑✨) for a night dedicated to unmasking brighter futures for animals in need.

🥂 $250 per person
🍽️ Includes dinner & open bar
🎭 Silent & live auctions
✨ An unforgettable evening supporting lifesaving programs for pets across the Tennessee Valley

🎟️ Don’t wait! Last year’s gala sold out, and seating is limited. Secure your ticket or reserve your table before this year’s grand ball reaches capacity.

Get Your Tickets Here

A special thank you to our incredible Hosting Sponsor, Flatrock Motorclub and the Flatrock Foundation, whose generosity helps ensure that more of every dollar raised goes directly toward giving homeless animals the second chances they deserve. ❤️

Looking to make an even greater impact? Sponsorship opportunities begin at just $1,000, and we’re also accepting donations of unique auction items and experiences.

Every ticket. Every sponsorship. Every bid.
Together, we’re unmasking brighter futures, one paw at a time. 🐶🐱💙

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