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109 Pine Street
Church Hill, TN 37642
Tiny Paws is a rescue of special needs cats and dogs under 20 lbs. We are unable to take any cats or dogs at this time.
Tiny Paws Sanctuary for Special Needs Animals is nestled in the stunning hills and valleys of East Tennessee. We are a 501(c)(3) organization led by a board of directors. the sanctuary provides a loving home for sick, handicapped, senior, and formerly abused animals. Many of our residents were from puppy mills and hoarding situations, while others come from homes where they faced neglect abandonment due to chronic illnesses. Some even lost their owners and require a special environment due to their medical needs. Our founder and executive director, Jamie Farris, along with treasurer Haseleah Fraysier, are full-time caretakers who live alongside the animals, tending to their needs. They work diligently to feed, medicate, and enrich the lives of our furry friends. Despite their challenging beginnings, Tiny Paws is filled with. The sounds of barking, purring, clucking chickens create a lively atmosphere. We’ve discovered a consistent routine not only simplifies animal management but also helps create a calming environment. This routine fosters trust among our animals as they to anticipate care and affection. We believe in "power of pack love" especially among our dogs. The established pack helps newcomers adapt, showing them that they can trust their caretakers. A few years, Teddy, our pack leader, began a daily howl that has vital in the rehabilitation process, leading to a peaceful atmosphere at Tiny Paws.
Many residents at Tiny Paws have unique physical needs require both prescription and over-the-counter medications, with annual medical expenses ranging from $20,000 to $25,000. This investment ensures that the animals remain comfortable and enjoy a high of life for as long as possible. Several and cats are fed specialized diets, including Hill Prescription C/D and Royal Canin Urinary Cat Food, while those not on prescription food eat Purina One Maturity and Pedigree Chicken & Amazon Basics canned food. Feeding time is a blend of careful organization and joyful anticipation as eager dogs wait for their meals. Our cats eat Purina Cat Chow and A Strong Heart Canned Food. We maintain a daily cleaning schedule to ensure a healthy and sanitized environment for the animals, averaging 1-4 of laundry each day. Feeding and cleaning take 1-2 hours every morning, with cleaning supplies costing approximately $1,600 annually and additional supplies adding another $800. The time and expense involved in caring for these special animals, with their medical needs, past traumas, and behavioral challenges, are truly worth every moment
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