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ABOUT US

Animal Harbor is a limited-admission animal shelter facility serving Franklin County, Tennessee. It is operated by a staff and overseen by Executive Director, Emily Holland, and governed by the Board of Directors. Franklin County Humane Society, dba, Animal Harbor is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

HISTORY

Animal Harbor first opened its doors in February of 2003. It was the first animal shelter in Franklin County and was located in a former hog auction barn on David Crockett Hwy, outside of Belvidere, TN. 

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On December 12, 2014, operations began in the current facility, which had been newly built.

 

Our live saving programs and community assistance programs continue to grow to ensure that Franklin County becomes a better place for companion animals to live. 

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2023 marks our 20th year saving lives!

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OUR MISSION

Save Lives. Promote Animal Welfare. Support Community. 

How we do it:

  • Provide health care and temporary shelter for abandoned companion animals;

  • Find new loving homes for these pets;

  • Reduce pet overpopulation by providing spaying and neutering to residents in need;

  • Promote animal welfare through education and public outreach;

  • Maintain a no kill policy

LOCATION & HOURS

Animal Harbor is located at 56 Nor-Nan Road, Winchester, TN. This is just off AEDC Road (Hwy 127). 

 

Tuesday-Friday: Noon - 5:00 pm open phone hours

We are open by appointment Tuesday-Saturday

Call to make your appointement today.

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No intakes on Saturday unless by appointment.

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Emily Holland

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Susan Walton, President

Lawrence Neilsen, Vice President

Lisa Chamberlin, Treasurer

Brenda Butner, Director

Gail Castle, Director

Jim Cortner, Director

Diane Clark, Director

Cindy Janke, Director 

David Janke, Director

Sally Lightner, Director 

Marian Stewart, Director

Karen Warr, Director 

Anne Giles, Emeritus Director

SHELTER ANIMAL STATISTICS

98.34% Save Rate for 2022

Detailed animal statistics are available on this page.
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GIVING MATTER FINANCIALS

Complete financial and background information can be viewed on our profile page at

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FIND US

Physical Address:

56 Nor-Nan Road

Winchester, TN

Mailing Address: 

P.O. Box 187, Winchester, TN 37398

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Contact us:

Phone: (931) 962-4472

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