*All programs are donation funded only, and so availability is limited.

 
Pay it Forward:
The expression “Pay it Forward” describes the concept of asking that a good deed be repaid by having it done to others instead. This fund was set up so people can donate money to help someone who cannot otherwise afford to get their animal spayed/neutered. We do not give out vouchers. This program is set up for our weekly spay/neuter clinic only.

Sponsor Me:
This program is set up to help with the day-to-day care of the animals. You can pick which animal you would like to sponsor. This fund also allows us to discount our “lonely heart” animals that have been in the shelter for a long time, or really need to get a home quickly because they are not thriving in the shelter.

Diamond Fund:
The Diamond Fund was set up in 2011 when a dog with a gunshot wound in the shoulder came to the shelter. Luckily we were able to raise the money needed for “Diamond” to get her arm amputated and she went on to be adopted and now lives a happy life. This fund helps us cover the cost of dogs and cats like Diamond who need surgery, medication or vet care. This fund does not cover long term or lifelong conditions.

Trap and Release:
The TNR program is set up for people who are willing to trap feral or barn cats, bring them into our weekly spay neuter clinic, and then release these cats back into the wild. This program is set up to cut the cost for these non-owned cats.

Barn Cat Program:
Knox County Humane Society sometimes has cats that cannot live as house pets. Cats in their barn cat program fall into three categories: Cats whose litter box habits make them unsuitable for house pets, cats that are just too independent to appreciate being cooped up in cages in the shelter cats that are shy/fearful of people, and prefer the company of other cats and animals. They do not adopt cats who are suitable to be house pets to barns, only cats without other options. This is the last chance for these cats; they have nowhere else to go - and for some, time is limited. All the selected barn cats will be spayed or neutered, feline leukemia tested, have their initial vaccinations including 1 year rabies, been treated for fleas/ticks/worms.

Pets for Seniors:
Through this program, a select group of companion felines are available for adoption for free for senior citizens. All the selected cat companions will be spayed or neutered, feline leukemia tested, have their initial vaccinations including 1 year rabies, been treated for fleas/ticks/worms.

We also have teamed with Jamie Bell and The Tank Fund:
The Tank Fund was founded in memory of and honor of Jamie’s dog Sedona A.K.A Tank. The mission of this fund is to provide financial assistance to pet owners who are unable to pay for emergency and/or life-saving veterinary care for their companion animals. Please read more about this fund at www.thetankfund.org.