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Dogs over 30 lbs: $75
Cats & Kittens: $50

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Are very own Rye Guy had fun recording for @local3plusyou this morning. Check it out today at 11am where he will show off his true charm💕

Are very own Rye Guy had fun recording for @local3plusyou this morning. Check it out today at 11am where he will show off his true charm💕

Both Emerald & Kahlua came into our care when they were just itty bitty babies. They grew up in foster care and continued to grow up right before our eyes at the shelter. They are not related, but as other kittens came and went, these two bonded over time because they are so close in age. They played together constantly and we were always surprised that adopters did not choose the young social frisky ones in the room. So we sent them to @naughtycatcafe and they were perfectly matched after only one day. We are all so happy they get to bring joy to a family with kids as they are just kids themselves!

Both Emerald & Kahlua came into our care when they were just itty bitty babies. They grew up in foster care and continued to grow up right before our eyes at the shelter. They are not related, but as other kittens came and went, these two bonded over time because they are so close in age. They played together constantly and we were always surprised that adopters did not choose the young social frisky ones in the room. So we sent them to @naughtycatcafe and they were perfectly matched after only one day. We are all so happy they get to bring joy to a family with kids as they are just kids themselves!

The road to adoption is longer for some than it is for others. For Petey, that road was 542 days long. Petey was born at another shelter and arrived at PPC when he was only 6 days old, so shelter life is truly all he has ever known. He was the last one left out of Farina's litter of 8 puppies. Petey went to his home right at the beginning of the new year as a "foster" and he fit in so perfectly that they decided to finalize his adoption last weekend. We LOVE that they have been sending us pictures and updates as that is what keeps the rescue community going💙Have a happy life Petey!

The road to adoption is longer for some than it is for others. For Petey, that road was 542 days long. Petey was born at another shelter and arrived at PPC when he was only 6 days old, so shelter life is truly all he has ever known. He was the last one left out of Farina's litter of 8 puppies. Petey went to his home right at the beginning of the new year as a "foster" and he fit in so perfectly that they decided to finalize his adoption last weekend. We LOVE that they have been sending us pictures and updates as that is what keeps the rescue community going💙Have a happy life Petey!

February is the month of love, and we’re celebrating with reduced price adoptions all month long! We have some truly amazing dogs who’ve been waiting patiently for their furever home, and this month, the adoption fee is only $75 for all dogs over 30 lbs. Act fast and you can even lock down a (4-legged) Valentine’s Date!

(Sound on if you really want your heartstrings tugged.)

February is the month of love, and we’re celebrating with reduced price adoptions all month long! We have some truly amazing dogs who’ve been waiting patiently for their furever home, and this month, the adoption fee is only $75 for all dogs over 30 lbs. Act fast and you can even lock down a (4-legged) Valentine’s Date!

(Sound on if you really want your heartstrings tugged.)

Olive and 4 males dogs were rescued from a filthy hoarding situation in Murray County Georgia where there were more than 70 dogs living in a trailer. She looks to be a Chihuahua and Rat Terrier mix. The vet estimates her at 3 years old and she weighs 12 pounds.

Upon arriving at PPC the 5 dogs were extremely nervous and smelled horrible. All were given baths and Olive was taken into foster on the first day. She was frozen in her surroundings for the first 24 hours and afraid to move. On the 2nd day she began to settle in and move around a bit.

Surviving in a hoarding situation forced Olive to learn to pee and poop in a crate, AND LIVE IN IT, which is totally unnatural! It seems Olive has spent very little time, if any, outside until now so it is a new and fearful experience for her. In foster care Olive is learning to use pee pads. With time and patience, Olive will feel comfortable doing her business outside. She is very smart and a pleaser. When praised for using the pee pads she gets visibly happy and celebratory!

Olive is very affectionate and is what some might refer to as a velcro dog. She sleeps in the bed and sit on the couhc in a pike with other dogs and her foster. She constantly nudges for more petting and flops on her side for belly rubs.

She is healthy, agile, and can easily jump on a chair or bed. She is ok in a crate but will whine a little. She doesn't try to get out but wants to be held, talked to, and loved. Olive probably went without affection for a long time and wants to catch up on what she missed.

Olive is good with a harness and leash. Even though she seems calm and happy in foster care Olive should be treated as a flight risk. She is easily frightened by fast movements. Olive will thrive in a calm, loving, safe environment. She would be thrilled to sit in someone's lap all day. She has not been around children but older calm kids would likely be ok. She is fine with equally calm dogs.

Olive is an angel especially considering the circumstances she endured and survived. She deserves the best possible forever home. Please fill out an adoption application if you are interested in meeting her!

Olive and 4 males dogs were rescued from a filthy hoarding situation in Murray County Georgia where there were more than 70 dogs living in a trailer. She looks to be a Chihuahua and Rat Terrier mix. The vet estimates her at 3 years old and she weighs 12 pounds.

Upon arriving at PPC the 5 dogs were extremely nervous and smelled horrible. All were given baths and Olive was taken into foster on the first day. She was frozen in her surroundings for the first 24 hours and afraid to move. On the 2nd day she began to settle in and move around a bit.

Surviving in a hoarding situation forced Olive to learn to pee and poop in a crate, AND LIVE IN IT, which is totally unnatural! It seems Olive has spent very little time, if any, outside until now so it is a new and fearful experience for her. In foster care Olive is learning to use pee pads. With time and patience, Olive will feel comfortable doing her business outside. She is very smart and a pleaser. When praised for using the pee pads she gets visibly happy and celebratory!

Olive is very affectionate and is what some might refer to as a velcro dog. She sleeps in the bed and sit on the couhc in a pike with other dogs and her foster. She constantly nudges for more petting and flops on her side for belly rubs.

She is healthy, agile, and can easily jump on a chair or bed. She is ok in a crate but will whine a little. She doesn't try to get out but wants to be held, talked to, and loved. Olive probably went without affection for a long time and wants to catch up on what she missed.

Olive is good with a harness and leash. Even though she seems calm and happy in foster care Olive should be treated as a flight risk. She is easily frightened by fast movements. Olive will thrive in a calm, loving, safe environment. She would be thrilled to sit in someone's lap all day. She has not been around children but older calm kids would likely be ok. She is fine with equally calm dogs.

Olive is an angel especially considering the circumstances she endured and survived. She deserves the best possible forever home. Please fill out an adoption application if you are interested in meeting her!

Looking for love this Valentines Day? We can help you find your next sweetheart💜❤️💙

Looking for love this Valentines Day? We can help you find your next sweetheart💜❤️💙

Here are Binx & Binx...the other 2 kittens born on Halloween. You've heard it before and it still holds true that Black Cats Rule!!! They will be coming in from foster care soon🧡

Here are Binx & Binx...the other 2 kittens born on Halloween. You've heard it before and it still holds true that Black Cats Rule!!! They will be coming in from foster care soon🧡

Our handsome 80 pound hunk Tito officially went home last Friday! He had been at our shelter for 226 days and spent time at McKamey for awhile before coming to us. He was positive for heartworms when we took him, but @mckameyanimalcenter provided the treatment needed and now he is cured and heartworm free! Tito is the kind of dog you can take anywhere because he gets along with everyone. He often went on hikes with volunteers and had the best time being a part of the Red Bank Christmas Parade. We will miss his smiling face and happy dance he always did when you had treats in your hand. Have a great life Tito🧡

Our handsome 80 pound hunk Tito officially went home last Friday! He had been at our shelter for 226 days and spent time at McKamey for awhile before coming to us. He was positive for heartworms when we took him, but @mckameyanimalcenter provided the treatment needed and now he is cured and heartworm free! Tito is the kind of dog you can take anywhere because he gets along with everyone. He often went on hikes with volunteers and had the best time being a part of the Red Bank Christmas Parade. We will miss his smiling face and happy dance he always did when you had treats in your hand. Have a great life Tito🧡

A little over a year ago, after a rather bumpy start to life, our sweet boy Picasso found his forever home. Here’s the pupdate from his loving pawrents:

“Picasso is the sweetest dog—seriously, he just makes your heart clench daily—and loves nothing more than to be surrounded by his little brothers all day. You end up wanting to get more dogs just because he loves them so much. I remember Heather Meadows Woods being so excited he might be adopted and have some friends - she was right, he needs buddies to be happy. Our lives would be darker without him in it. We are grateful Ali Dudek and a prescription mix-up brought him into our lives. 💓”

Happy Sunday everyone—hope this post brings some sunshine into your next week!

A little over a year ago, after a rather bumpy start to life, our sweet boy Picasso found his forever home. Here’s the pupdate from his loving pawrents:

“Picasso is the sweetest dog—seriously, he just makes your heart clench daily—and loves nothing more than to be surrounded by his little brothers all day. You end up wanting to get more dogs just because he loves them so much. I remember Heather Meadows Woods being so excited he might be adopted and have some friends - she was right, he needs buddies to be happy. Our lives would be darker without him in it. We are grateful Ali Dudek and a prescription mix-up brought him into our lives. 💓”

Happy Sunday everyone—hope this post brings some sunshine into your next week!

Today is National Change A Pet's Life Day and we have wonderful employees, volunteers, and fosters who do just that everyday! Whether it's a dog hike or adventure, fostering pets in your home, giving a bath, cuddling, playing, or even scooping a litter box, all of these things are a gift of love. Thank you to everyone who is a part this change to make life better for the animals we love!

Today is National Change A Pet's Life Day and we have wonderful employees, volunteers, and fosters who do just that everyday! Whether it's a dog hike or adventure, fostering pets in your home, giving a bath, cuddling, playing, or even scooping a litter box, all of these things are a gift of love. Thank you to everyone who is a part this change to make life better for the animals we love!

This is Hal & Samantha. They were born late in the season on Halloween Day and are now fixed and ready for adoption. Their siblings Binx & Sara will also be ready soon. If you are seeking a pair of kittens, look no more🧡🖤

This is Hal & Samantha. They were born late in the season on Halloween Day and are now fixed and ready for adoption. Their siblings Binx & Sara will also be ready soon. If you are seeking a pair of kittens, look no more🧡🖤

Yesterday, the Murray County Animal Shelter in Chatsworth, Georgia, responded to a call for a hoarding situation involving more than 70 small breed dogs. We became aware of the situation via social media and made contact with the shelter early this morning, and by 11 AM, our Shelter Manager and Board were onsite at the Murray County Shelter to bring dogs back home with us to Chattanooga.

We brought five dogs along on their Freedom Ride to Pet Placement Center…four boys and one girl. These dogs will require vetting and special care for skin issues and possible dental problems. They are not yet available for adoption, but we will share their progress when they become available.

Welcome to Pet Placement Center, Felix, Franklin, Duncan, Nelson, and Olive! These sweet babes are warm and safe and resting comfortably at the shelter and in foster homes. Should you wish to donate to their vetting needs, please visit our web site at https://petplacementcenter.charityproud.org/Donate.

Please note, the last picture is from Murray County’s intake yesterday, and may be hard to stomach. We’re grateful to know these kids will be sleeping safely and soundly in soft, warm beds tonight.

Yesterday, the Murray County Animal Shelter in Chatsworth, Georgia, responded to a call for a hoarding situation involving more than 70 small breed dogs. We became aware of the situation via social media and made contact with the shelter early this morning, and by 11 AM, our Shelter Manager and Board were onsite at the Murray County Shelter to bring dogs back home with us to Chattanooga.

We brought five dogs along on their Freedom Ride to Pet Placement Center…four boys and one girl. These dogs will require vetting and special care for skin issues and possible dental problems. They are not yet available for adoption, but we will share their progress when they become available.

Welcome to Pet Placement Center, Felix, Franklin, Duncan, Nelson, and Olive! These sweet babes are warm and safe and resting comfortably at the shelter and in foster homes. Should you wish to donate to their vetting needs, please visit our web site at https://petplacementcenter.charityproud.org/Donate.

Please note, the last picture is from Murray County’s intake yesterday, and may be hard to stomach. We’re grateful to know these kids will be sleeping safely and soundly in soft, warm beds tonight.

In the sun, on the trail, and in the snow...behold the Majestic Godwin! This handsome guy is a 4 year old Pittie mix that weighs 69 pounds...all muscle. Let's face it, he doesn't get a lot of attention because he is big, black, and has Pit in him. That's 3 strikes in the animal rescue world, but doesn't mean he shouldn't find love and companionship just the same. He’s a really good dog who gets SO excited to go out because he wants to see, smell, and experience it ALL!! He's a perfect gentleman in the car. A leash harness works well on him because he gets easily distracted by squirrels. Once he gets some energy out, he will tune into you and study you with admiration. He's super sweet and extremely treat motivated so will listen to your every command. Even if you are not ready to adopt, how about coming by for a visit or taking him on a hike? The more interactions and experiences the better as it will eventually lead to finding Godwin his home.

In the sun, on the trail, and in the snow...behold the Majestic Godwin! This handsome guy is a 4 year old Pittie mix that weighs 69 pounds...all muscle. Let's face it, he doesn't get a lot of attention because he is big, black, and has Pit in him. That's 3 strikes in the animal rescue world, but doesn't mean he shouldn't find love and companionship just the same. He’s a really good dog who gets SO excited to go out because he wants to see, smell, and experience it ALL!! He's a perfect gentleman in the car. A leash harness works well on him because he gets easily distracted by squirrels. Once he gets some energy out, he will tune into you and study you with admiration. He's super sweet and extremely treat motivated so will listen to your every command. Even if you are not ready to adopt, how about coming by for a visit or taking him on a hike? The more interactions and experiences the better as it will eventually lead to finding Godwin his home.

Teenage kitten alert! We have some new faces in the house. Meet Jenga, Jinx, Aang, and Katara❤️🩷💙💜

Teenage kitten alert! We have some new faces in the house. Meet Jenga, Jinx, Aang, and Katara❤️🩷💙💜

Caturday, Sunday afternoon edition:

“I adopted Muriel, now renamed Juni, back in July of 2023. I had just lost a very special senior kitty back in May and was looking for some kitten therapy through visits to PPC. On my very first visit, this little one kept climbing in my lap and had the sweetest little eyes. Every time I returned throughout the next month after—often just to stop by on my lunch breaks—she without fail would keep crawling back in my lap and loving on me. After a month more of waiting for her vaccines and spay (she was teeny tiny at that point and not quite old enough to be adopted), I finally got to take her home!

“Turns out, a few weeks later, another kitten only a couple months younger than her got surrendered to the clinic I worked at as a vet tech and I couldn't say no to her either—the two, Mei and Juni, have been bonded ever since! Often traveling between Tennessee and Florida (go Gators!) for school as a pre-vet student, these two have been my travel sidekicks and truly chose me. While down here in Florida, I recently also got them an older brother (surprise—another clinic cat case) named Tokyo who has been such a good older brother to them.

“Juni is truly living her best life ever since PPC and I can't imagine us not crossing paths!!! Their instagram is @_nekotokyo if anyone wants to follow their adventures :)” @_nekotokyo

Caturday, Sunday afternoon edition:

“I adopted Muriel, now renamed Juni, back in July of 2023. I had just lost a very special senior kitty back in May and was looking for some kitten therapy through visits to PPC. On my very first visit, this little one kept climbing in my lap and had the sweetest little eyes. Every time I returned throughout the next month after—often just to stop by on my lunch breaks—she without fail would keep crawling back in my lap and loving on me. After a month more of waiting for her vaccines and spay (she was teeny tiny at that point and not quite old enough to be adopted), I finally got to take her home!

“Turns out, a few weeks later, another kitten only a couple months younger than her got surrendered to the clinic I worked at as a vet tech and I couldn't say no to her either—the two, Mei and Juni, have been bonded ever since! Often traveling between Tennessee and Florida (go Gators!) for school as a pre-vet student, these two have been my travel sidekicks and truly chose me. While down here in Florida, I recently also got them an older brother (surprise—another clinic cat case) named Tokyo who has been such a good older brother to them.

“Juni is truly living her best life ever since PPC and I can't imagine us not crossing paths!!! Their instagram is @_nekotokyo if anyone wants to follow their adventures :)” @_nekotokyo

Just before the New Year we also said bye to one of our long termers, Cherry! This 8 year old beauty has been in and out of the shelter since she was a kitten. As you can see, she never minded dress up and was one our model's for last New Year's celebration. We are so excited that she gets to ring this New Year in right and can finally be happy in her forever home!

Just before the New Year we also said bye to one of our long termers, Cherry! This 8 year old beauty has been in and out of the shelter since she was a kitten. As you can see, she never minded dress up and was one our model's for last New Year's celebration. We are so excited that she gets to ring this New Year in right and can finally be happy in her forever home!

Now that Javert has been adopted with his best buddy Bean, he has decided he will take over being doorman at his own house:)

Now that Javert has been adopted with his best buddy Bean, he has decided he will take over being doorman at his own house:)

While Rye absolutely LOVES the outdoors, we also discovered when he was in foster care that he also absolutely loves to chill in a home with the people. We all thought he may be a little hyper once he got out of the shelter, BUT he was so calm, respectful, and he listened really well. Goes to show you can't always judge a dog or cat by their behavior in a shelter envronment. #theresnoplacelikehome

While Rye absolutely LOVES the outdoors, we also discovered when he was in foster care that he also absolutely loves to chill in a home with the people. We all thought he may be a little hyper once he got out of the shelter, BUT he was so calm, respectful, and he listened really well. Goes to show you can't always judge a dog or cat by their behavior in a shelter envronment. #theresnoplacelikehome

Just before the New Year we also said bye to our big boy Stinkbug. This was extra special as Stinkbug is FIV+ (feline immunodeficiency virus) and had been waiting in a foster home for over a year! He even went to a home with someone already familiar with FIV+ cats. In most cases, having a positve cat isn't any different than just having a cat. With regular vet care, they can live normal happy lives and at only 2 years old, we know Stinkbug has a long happy life ahead!

Just before the New Year we also said bye to our big boy Stinkbug. This was extra special as Stinkbug is FIV+ (feline immunodeficiency virus) and had been waiting in a foster home for over a year! He even went to a home with someone already familiar with FIV+ cats. In most cases, having a positve cat isn't any different than just having a cat. With regular vet care, they can live normal happy lives and at only 2 years old, we know Stinkbug has a long happy life ahead!

As a fun ,❄️-filled weekend winds to a close, we’ve got an adoption pupdate to warm your heart:

“We adopted Merlin in 2023, around nine months after we said goodbye to our previous dog, Tavi, from cancer. When we went out looking, we discussed what we were looking for at length and agreed we weren't going to bring home the first dog we saw.

“When we came to PPC, to my surprise, my husband immediately drifted toward Merlin. When we took her into the front office, she greeted everyone cheerfully, including a cat, then settled down with a bone. I guess it was love at first sight because our discussions went right out the window.

“It's been over a year now since we adopted Merlin, and we couldn't be luckier to have found her! She's sweet, smart, silly, talkative, and she she still loves to chew on a bone. She has a little guardian angel too in her big brother Tavi, who taught us so many lessons that have helped us be the best dog parents we can be for the sweetest dog.”

If you’ve been thinking of bringing a new pupper home, we have lots of PAWSOME ones at the shelter right now—come pay us a visit, and maybe you’ll find your perfect match!

As a fun ,❄️-filled weekend winds to a close, we’ve got an adoption pupdate to warm your heart:

“We adopted Merlin in 2023, around nine months after we said goodbye to our previous dog, Tavi, from cancer. When we went out looking, we discussed what we were looking for at length and agreed we weren't going to bring home the first dog we saw.

“When we came to PPC, to my surprise, my husband immediately drifted toward Merlin. When we took her into the front office, she greeted everyone cheerfully, including a cat, then settled down with a bone. I guess it was love at first sight because our discussions went right out the window.

“It's been over a year now since we adopted Merlin, and we couldn't be luckier to have found her! She's sweet, smart, silly, talkative, and she she still loves to chew on a bone. She has a little guardian angel too in her big brother Tavi, who taught us so many lessons that have helped us be the best dog parents we can be for the sweetest dog.”

If you’ve been thinking of bringing a new pupper home, we have lots of PAWSOME ones at the shelter right now—come pay us a visit, and maybe you’ll find your perfect match!

Rye and Farina also went to foster homes before the snow. Both made themselves right at home enjoying the warmth of the indoors more than romping in the snow❄️

Rye and Farina also went to foster homes before the snow. Both made themselves right at home enjoying the warmth of the indoors more than romping in the snow❄️

Almond Joy, aka AJ, still loving the snow! Just look at her go:) She always shows her frisky side when shelter mama Heather is around💜

Almond Joy, aka AJ, still loving the snow! Just look at her go:) She always shows her frisky side when shelter mama Heather is around💜

We were lucky enough to send 7 of our dogs to foster homes to enjoy the snow with other people. Here is Waffles lounging after playing in the snow with his new friend. Even Skyy braved the snow but was happy to climb back up in the couch to snuggle up afterward.

We were lucky enough to send 7 of our dogs to foster homes to enjoy the snow with other people. Here is Waffles lounging after playing in the snow with his new friend. Even Skyy braved the snow but was happy to climb back up in the couch to snuggle up afterward.

We are closed today and hope everyone stays safe and enjoys the snow. Here are Aggi and AJ in their element, clearly reveling in the experience. AJ considers the snow her personal treat and started eating it the minute she went out this morning. We appreciate our staff for making it in to take care of our animals and all of the fosters that took a dog home so our staff could try to get out early today. More updates later!

We are closed today and hope everyone stays safe and enjoys the snow. Here are Aggi and AJ in their element, clearly reveling in the experience. AJ considers the snow her personal treat and started eating it the minute she went out this morning. We appreciate our staff for making it in to take care of our animals and all of the fosters that took a dog home so our staff could try to get out early today. More updates later!

Waffles is making his tv debut today on @local3plusyou at 11 am to wish everyone a Happy New Year. He's such a good boy!

Waffles is making his tv debut today on @local3plusyou at 11 am to wish everyone a Happy New Year. He's such a good boy!

IN NEED OF stuffed toys for our dogs:) Got any medium to large stuffed toys you want to pass on...we'll take them! Our dogs have been hanging out inside more lately because of the cold which means they are spending more time chewing through the toys we have. Help us replenish our supply and give the gift of happiness to our dog:)

IN NEED OF stuffed toys for our dogs:) Got any medium to large stuffed toys you want to pass on...we'll take them! Our dogs have been hanging out inside more lately because of the cold which means they are spending more time chewing through the toys we have. Help us replenish our supply and give the gift of happiness to our dog:)

Since Squeegee has already been adopted, he gets to figure it all out in the comforts of home:)

Since Squeegee has already been adopted, he gets to figure it all out in the comforts of home:)

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