Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if ELIZABETH TA... is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter for details on the pet.
When can I meet ELIZABETH TA...?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for ELIZABETH TA..., they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter, and they'll be happy to help!
Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter's Adoption Policy
HOURS OF OPERATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE ON SHORT NOTICE
Please check our Facebook page for current information https://www.facebook.com/CookevillePutnamCountyAnimalShelter/
or email jtracy@cookeville-tn.gov
**APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED** Please call 931-526-3647 to schedule,
We welcome both local and out of area adopters. Special arrangements may need to be made for out of area adopters so please call ahead to discuss. 931-526-3647
Our regular adoption hours are Monday, Friday and Saturday from 12-5pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 12-6pm. We are closed on Wednesday(temporary effective 12/3/25) and Sunday.
Adopters are encouraged to bring their other dogs to meet any dog they are interested in adopting prior to adoption.
Adopters must be at least 18 years old and present a valid government issued photo ID.
Cash or check only
Puppies under 5 months old--$200.
Dogs 5 months and older adoption fees--$170
Kittens under 5 months old adoption fees--$125
Cats 5 months and older adoption fees $105
Adoption fees include:
Spay/Neuter
Up to date age appropriate vaccinations-must be at least 12 weeks to receive rabies vaccination
Heartworm testing for dogs 6 months old and over
Microchip and registration
Animals that are already sterilized will go home with the adopter same day. Animals requiring sterilization surgery will remain at the shelter until their surgery appointment. Adopter will pick up their animal from the veterinarian after surgery.
ELIZABETH TAYLOR is from Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter