Adoption Event #4: Elst Brewery
Swift is eager to please and enthusiastic! She is approximately 10 months old, 33lbs, and guessing lab/terrier mix Our fourth event will be at Elst Brewery. We invite you out…
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Adoption Event #3: Ijams Nature Center
Heughan (aka Heugh) is a friendly handsome young red heeler mix. He is approximately a year old and 27lbs. Our third event will be at Ijams Nature Center outside of…
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Adoption Event #2: The Bark Knoxville
Ginger loves to dance, dance, dance! She is a happy dog who's tail is always wagging. She is approximately 2 years, 32lbs, and boxer/hound mix. No April Fools here! Our…
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Adoption Event #1: Meadow View Greenhouse
Miss Dolly is friendly, loves a good belly rub, and very positive. She is approximately 2 years, 25 lbs, beagle/heeler mix. Welcome Spring! Our first event will be at the…
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Spring 2023 Class Session
We have chosen the "Fab Five" for the spring session, and they have their photo shoot early this week! We partnered with Young-Williams Animal Center this session. They are with…
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Fundraiser: “E.T. :The Extra-Terrestrial” Movie and Contest! (#3)
To kick off our spring session, we are partnering with our friends at Central Cinema again for a special screening of Steven Spielberg's E.T. : The Extra-Terrestrial! There will also be…
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Fundraiser: “E.T. :The Extra-Terrestrial” Movie and Contest! (#2)
To kick off our spring session, we are partnering with our friends at Central Cinema again for a special screening of Steven Spielberg's E.T. : The Extra-Terrestrial! There will also be…
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Fundraiser: “E.T. :The Extra-Terrestrial” Movie and Contest! (#1)
To kick off our spring session, we are partnering with our friends at Central Cinema again for a special screening of Steven Spielberg's E.T. : The Extra-Terrestrial! There will also be…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
We can wrap the strange shapes too! It's never to early to get in the spirit of the holidays! HALT's elves will be back at Mast General Store ready to…
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Adoption Event #3: Elst Brewing Company
HALT is celebrating 35 years this season and we're happy to introduce our Fall 2022 class! Our third event will be outside at Elst Brewing Company. We invite you out…
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Adoption Event #2: Ijams Nature Center
HALT is celebrating 35 years this season and we're happy to introduce our Fall 2022 class! Our first event will be outside at the beautiful Ijams Nature Center. We invite…
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Adoption Event #1: Meadow View Garden Center
HALT is celebrating 35 years this season and we're happy to introduce our Fall 2022 class! Our first event will be outside at the beautiful Meadow View Greenhouse and Garden…
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Fundrasier: Screening of “Scooby-Doo” (#3)
"Ruh-roh, Raggy! H.A.L.T. is celebrating 35 years this fall!" To kick this season off, we are partnering with our friends at Central Cinema again for a special screening of Scooby-Doo! …
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Fundraiser: Screening of “Scooby-Doo” (#2)
"Ruh-roh, Raggy! H.A.L.T. is celebrating 35 years this fall!" To kick this season off, we are partnering with our friends at Central Cinema again for a special screening of Scooby-Doo! …
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Fundraiser: Screening of “Scooby-Doo” (#1)
"Ruh-roh, Raggy! H.A.L.T. is celebrating 35 years this fall!" To kick this season off, we are partnering with our friends at Central Cinema again for a special screening of Scooby-Doo! …
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Fall 2022 – Happy 35th Anniversary!
Wow! Milestone year for HALT. This class celebrates its 35th anniversary!! We can't thank all of you enough for your support. In case you're unaware, HALT depends solely on supporters…
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Update on Spring 2022 Class
We are happy to share that Tino, Livvie, Millie, Marigold and Franklin have all been adopted! They graduated May 5th, and most went to their new homes within a couple…
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Adoption Event #4: Ijams with Franklin the Fabulous!
We will be at Ijams Nature Center's Visitor complex with HALT dog Franklin! He will have completed 3 weeks of his obedience training and is looking for his forever family…
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Suds, Subs, and Belly Rubs!
Happy Friday to everyone! Tomorrow is a BIG DAY, as we have our next dog adoption event! We'll be at Elst Brewing Company on Central Ave. and handsome HALT dog…
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Fundraiser: Screening of “Best in Show” (#2)
Save the dates! The link to purchase tickets for this showing is listed below. We hope you will come out and watch the ever hilarious movie BEST IN SHOW and…
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Tino – Spring 2022
ADOPTED! Tino is a true gentleman. Don't be fooled by his bat-like ears, he's 100% dog! He's around 32 lbs, 2 years old, and a black & tan beagle-mix. Tino…
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Milly – Spring 2022
ADOPTED! Milly was found as a stray by our partners at Young-Williams Animal Center. She weighs 22lbs, is around 1 yr old, and a hound mix. You can see from…
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Marigold – Spring 2022
ADOPTED! They called her "Gorgeous Girl" at Young-Williams, (100% accurate), but with her flowery personality, we've decided to rename her Marigold! Today, we want everyone to meet Marigold, the third…
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Livvie – Spring 2022
ADOPTED! Livvie was found as a stray by Young-Williams. She's around 1 year old, 32lbs, and a hound mix with brindled speckles (white, black & brown). Livvie is a big…
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Franklin – Spring 2022
ADOPTED! Franklin was found as stray by Young-Williams Animal Shelter. He is approx. 1 year old and a Heeler/Terrier mix. He has gorgeous short brown fur with blonde highlights (I…
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Meet Our Spring 2022 Class!
We are happy to share our new group of dogs participating in our fall class. Meet Franklin, Livvie, Marigold, Milly and Tino! They have their first outing at the adoption…
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Fundraiser: Screening of “Best in Show”
Save the dates! The link to purchase tickets for this showing is listed below. We hope you will come out and watch the ever hilarious movie BEST IN SHOW and…
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Raffle and Adoption Event #3: Elst Brewery
We're happy to introduce our Spring 2022 class! Our third event will be outside at Elst Brewery. We invite you to come by to meet Franklin who is participating in…
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Adoption Event #2: Ijams Nature Center
We're happy to introduce our Spring 2022 class! Our second event will be outside at Ijams Nature Center. We invite you to come by to meet the "Fab 5" that…
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Adoption Event #1: Meadow View Greenhouse
We're happy to introduce our Spring 2022 class! Our first event will be outside at the beautiful Meadow View Greenhouse and Garden Center. We invite you out to meet our…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser Announced!
Don't like wrapping presents for Christmas? Just not good at it? Or maybe you want to help a great cause? We've got you covered! Our little elves will be available…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser – 12/12/21
Don't like wrapping presents for Christmas? Just not good at it? Or maybe you want to help a great cause? We've got you covered! Our little elves will be available…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser – 12/11/21
Don't like wrapping presents for Christmas? Just not good at it? Or maybe you want to help a great cause? We've got you covered! Our little elves will be available…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser – 12/10/21
Don't like wrapping presents for Christmas? Just not good at it? Or maybe you want to help a great cause? We've got you covered! Our little elves will be available…
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Meet Our Fall 2021 Class
We are happy to share our new group of dogs participating in our fall class. Meet Fitz Gerald, Moose, Scarlett, Jolene, and Maple! They have their first outing at the…
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Adoption Event #4 – (Canceled) Mast General Store
UPDATE: All 5 dogs are either finalizing applications or on home visits, so we're canceling this adoption event. We are so excited for our pups! We're so happy to…
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Adoption Event #3 – PetSmart
(Photos coming soon!) We're so happy to start classes back this fall! We'll be outside at PetSmart. Come by to meet our new "Fab 5" that will be participating in…
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Adoption Event #2 – Ijams Nature Center
Fun loving, white and brindle-brown hound mix. About 1 year old and 26lbs. Long and lanky hound legs to go with a sleek fur coat. She is a sweet soul.…
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Adoption Event #1 – Meadow View Greenhouse
We're so happy to start classes back this fall! We'll be outside at the beautiful Meadow View Greenhouse and Garden Center to meet our new "Fab 5" that will be…
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Fall 2021 Class Update
Great news! We will be back this fall! Over the last year and a half, we've been missing our volunteers, kids, and pups. We have a lot of fun with…
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Spring 2021 Classes
The world is making progress, but we will not be holding our Spring 2021 class due to the COVID outbreak. We are hopeful that we will be able to start…
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Fall 2020 Classes
We are sad to announce we will not be holding our Fall 2020 class due to the COVID outbreak. There are improvements, but still so many unknowns. We hope everyone…
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Spring 2020 Class
We are sad to announce we will not be holding our Spring 2020 class due to the COVID outbreak. We hope everyone stays healthy and safe. We are donating what…
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Fall 2019 Class
We are happy to share our new group of dogs participating in our fall class. Meet Fozzie, Lydia, Minnie, Otis and Penny! They have their first outing at the adotpion…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser – Mast General Store
Don't like wrapping presents for Christmas? Just not good at it? Or maybe you want to help a great cause? We've got you covered! Our little elves will be available…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser – Mast General Store
Don't like wrapping presents for Christmas? Just not good at it? Or maybe you want to help a great cause? We've got you covered!Our little elves will be available to…
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Fido Fest 2019 – Turkey Creek
Pinnacle at Turkey Creek is hosting their third annual Fido Fest paw-ty, an outdoor event celebrating our four-legged furry friends, presented by Radio Systems Corporation. Fido Fest will feature food…
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Adoption Event #1 – Mast General Store
Come by beautiful Meadow View Nursery to meet our dogs participating in the spring class. They are looking for their forever homes! They will have finished three weeks of their…
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Adoption Event #4 – Meadow View
Come by beautiful Meadow View Nursery to meet our dogs participating in the spring class. They are looking for their forever homes! They will have finished three weeks of their…
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Adoption Event #3 – Ricki’s Pet Depot
Come by to meet our dogs participating in the spring class. They are looking for their forever homes! They will have finished half of their classes, so they’ll be able…
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Adoption Event #2- PetSmart Morrell Rd
Come by to meet our dogs participating in the spring class. They are looking for their forever homes! They have finished the first week of class, so they’ll be able…
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Spring 2019 Class
We are happy to share the Fab Five participating in our spring class! While the 4 groups of teens are teaching their dogs, they will be learning patience, respect, responsibility…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser – Mast General Store
Don't like wrapping presents for Christmas? Just not good at it? Or maybe you want to help a great cause? We've got you covered! Our little elves will be available…
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Fall 2018 Class
We are happy to share the Fab Five participating in our fall class! While the 4 groups of teens are teaching their dogs, they will be learning patience, respect, responsibility…
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Furry Fall Festival
Shared from Young-Williams: Join us for an upcoming festival hosted by the Young-Williams Animal Center. Furry Fall Festival will give animal lovers the opportunity to learn about pet-related resources around…
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Howl-O-Ween at UT Gardens
UT Gardens and UTCVM are hosting their annual Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade and Pet Expo! This fun event caters to dogs and dog lovers. They will feature a judged costume parade…
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Volunteer Expo
Volunteer East TN is hosting their annual Volunteer Expo at West Town Mall! HALT will be there along with dozens of area organizations on hand to share information about their…
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Adoption Event – PetSmart
Come by to meet our dogs participating in the fall class. They are looking for their forever homes! They will be halfway through the class at this point, so they'll…
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Adoption Event – Meadow View Nursery
Join us at beautiful Meadow View Nursery and Garden Center to meet our dogs participating in the fall class. They are looking for their forever homes! They will be through…
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Adoption Event – CitiFid-O
Join us for our first adoption event of the fall season at CitiFid-O! This will be our Fab 5's first outing before starting classes on 09/10. Come by to meet…
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Beer for a Cause
Schulz Brau Brewing is hosting us for their Spendentag* on Monday, 08/20. A portion of all sales that day will be donated to HALT. Come help a great cause by…
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8th Annual Smokey Day
UT Vols mascot Smokey It's football time in Tennessee!! Join us for our 8th annual photo day with one of the most famous mascots, Univerity of Tennessee's Smokey and the…
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Fido Fest to support Young-Williams
Saturday, May 19th we will be at Fido Fest 2018! This 2nd annual event is being hosted by The Pinnacle at Turkey Creek. There will be lots of vendors, groups,…
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Adoption Event – Village Vet Hospital
Village Vet is having their annual pet fair! Come by to meet our spring class! Cason, Roscoe, Spring, and Velvet will be on hand to show off some of the skills…
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Adoption Event – PetSmart
Come by to meet our spring class! Cason, Roscoe, Spring, and Velvet will be on hand to show off some of the skills they're learning. The dogs will go through…
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Adoption Event – Ricki’s Pet Depot
Come by to meet our spring class! Cason, Roscoe, Spring, and Velvet will be on hand to show off some of the skills they're learning. The dogs will go through…
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Adoption Event – Mast General Store
Come by to meet our spring class! Cason, Roscoe, Spring, and Velvet will have completed their first week of training by this time. The dogs will go through 4 weeks…
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Adoption Event – Meadow View
Join us at beautiful Meadow View Gardens to meet our spring class! Cason, Roscoe, Spring, and Velvet will be on their first outing before starting class on the 10th. The…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
Christmas will be here before we know it! Do you need help wrapping some presents? Our little elves will be available to wrap your presents for the holidays the third…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
Christmas will be here before we know it! Do you need help wrapping some presents? Our little elves will be available to wrap your presents for the holidays the third…
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Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
Christmas will be here before we know it! Do you need help wrapping some presents? Our little elves will be available to wrap your presents for the holidays the third…
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Furry Fall Festival
Young-Williams is hosting their annual Furry Fall Festival! Come out to enjoy lots of family fun, games, pup-kin painting, adoptable pets, food trucks, and more. Our buddy K9 Barnabas will…
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Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade and Pet Expo
UT Gardens is hosting the 4th annual HowlOWeen! There will be pet friendly vendors, rescue groups with adoptable pets, food truck, a pet food drive, and the always fun costume…
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Adoption Event and Volunteer Expo
Volunteer East Tennessee is holding their 3rd annual Volunteer Expo. There will be lots of different organizations will all kinds of opportunities on hand to talk to people about their…
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30th Anniversary Celebration
HALT is celebrating 30 years! We want to celebrate all of our volunteers, HALT Graduates and their families, and those that have supported the program over the years. We look…
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Adoption Event – Mast General Store
Come by to meet our fall class! Half-Pint, Lila, Will, Kate and Petals will be half way through class at this point and will be able to show off some…
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Adoption Event – PetSmart Morrell Rd
PetSmart is hosting their National Adoption event September 15-17. HALT will be there Sunday from 1-3pm. Come by to meet our fall class! Half Pint, Lila, Will, Kate and Petals…
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Adoption Event – Meadow View
Join us in the beautiful setting of Meadow View to meet our fall class! Half Pint, Lila, Will, Kate and Petals will be on their first outing before starting class…
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7th Annual Smokey Day
It's football time in Tennessee!! Are you All Vol? Come by and get your picture taken with UT Vols mascot, Smokey X and the Cheer Squad on Saturday, August 26th! He…
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Adoption Event – Mast General Store
We invite you to come out to Mast General Store to meet our new group of dogs that are participating in the spring class. We will be choosing the dogs…
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Adoption Event – Fluff-a-Palooza
We invite you to come out to Maryville Small Animal Clinic for their 7th annual Fluff-a-Palooza! A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit the HALT program this…
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Adoption Event – Village Vet Fair
We invite you to come out to Village Vet Spring Festival to meet our new group of dogs that are participating in the spring class. We will be choosing the…
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Adoption Event – Meadowview Greenhouse
We invite you to come out to meet our new group of dogs that are participating in the spring class. We will be choosing the dogs early April, and pictures…
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Adoption Event – Fido Fest
Saturday, April 22nd we will be at Fido Fest 2017! This new event is being hosted by The Pinnacle at Turkey Creek. There will be lots of vendors, groups, food,…
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Spring 2017 Dog Selection
We will visit Young-Williams Animal Center the first week of April to meet the dogs available for adoption. Our selection team does a great job pairing dogs up and choosing…
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HALT and 100 Women Who Care
There is a fabulous new organization in Knoxville that started last spring called 100 Women Who Care. Like HALT, sometimes the simplest idea can have a big impact. "100 Women.…
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Holiday Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
Christmas is just a few weeks away! Do you need help wrapping some presents? Our little elves will be available to wrap your presents for the holidays the first weekend…
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Holiday Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
Christmas is just a few weeks away! Do you need help wrapping some presents? Our little elves will be available to wrap your presents for the holidays the first weekend…
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Holiday Gift Wrappipng Fundraiser
Christmas is just a few weeks away! Do you need help wrapping some presents? Our little elves will be available to wrap your presents for the holidays the first weekend…
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Young-Williams Furry Fall Festival
HALT will be there with Abby! Sunday, Nov. 6, pet owners and animal enthusiasts are invited to attend the Furry Fall Festival presented by Petco Foundation to learn more about…
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Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade
Abby - Fall 2016 The University of Tennessee Gardens, Knoxville, is going to the dogs for a Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade and Pet Expo. The event, sponsored by the UT Gardens…
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Adoption Event – Meadow View Greenhouse
Come by to meet our new Fab 5 that will be participating in the fall class. We have Petey, Stewie, George, Pickles and Abby. All dogs are spayed, fully vaccinated,…
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6th Annual Picture Day with Smokey X
It's football time in Tennessee!! Thank you to the University of Tennessee's mascot Smokey X and his handlers, the UT Cheer Squad, Mast General Store, Michele Lewellyn Photography, and everyone…
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Kroger Community Rewards
Here is an easy way for you to support HALT by doing what you already do! It's time for the annual 2014-2015 enrollment in the Kroger Community Rewards Program. They've expanded the program…
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Volunteer Expo
Come out to the Knoxville Volunteer Expo to learn more about opportunities with HALT and many other groups in the area at the 2nd annual Volunteer Expo.
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Adoption Event Mast General Store
We invite you to come out to Mast General Store downtown to meet our new group of dogs that are participating in the fall class. We will be choosing the dogs…
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Adoption Event PetSmart Morrell Rd
We invite you to come out to PetSmart Morrell Rd to meet our new group of dogs that are participating in the fall class. We will be choosing the dogs late…
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Adoption Event West Bearden Vet Fall Festival
We invite you to come out to West Bearden Vet Hospital's Fall Festival to meet our new group of dogs that are participating in the fall class. We will be choosing…
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