Making new best friends since 1985

Bring home a new family member

Adoptable Dogs
Adoptable Cats

Adoption Hours

Tuesday ……… 1-5PM

Wednesday ……… 1-7PM

Friday ……… 1-5PM

Saturday ……… 1-5PM

No appointment needed! All adoptions must have an approved application.

If traveling, we encourage potential adopters to submit an application in advance so we can follow up with landlord and vet references ahead of your visit.

Apply in-person at the shelter or
online at
newnodawayhumanesociety.org/adopt

2026 Calendar Revealed!

Celebrate all year with the smiling faces of NNHS alums
with the gift that gives twice!

100% of proceeds benefit our mission so please consider supporting this fundraiser
Available for local pickup or shipping by December 9th

Preview and Pre-Order Through December 8th

Renew your dogs city tags for 2025.

Maryville requires all dogs – with owners living inside the city limits – to be registered and licensed each year.

City Tag Licenses

We are always seeking community members who are willing to open their doors to our animals who need some TLC outside of the shelter.

Support the shelter by fostering animals in need.

Featured Animals

  • Ashton

    He may not play an aloof character on “That 70s Show,” but this Ashton may very well become a star. He’s a 1-year-old Labrador mix who is active and enjoys playing fetch and rough housing.

  • Dawny

    This 2-year-old female domestic medium-haired cat needs your help. Dawny is a special needs cat who needs a little extra TLC as she has a pinched colon and she also had her tail amputated.

  • Cardi Luna

    Meet Cardi Luna, a 10-month-old, Hound mix. She is your typical puppy who will need to be given a little patience. She is active, affectionate and playful. Cardi Luna is good with children and fair with other dogs.

Consider a reoccurring donation.

With our Buddy Program and Angels for Animals, you can provide year round support to an animal and the shelter.

Donation Programs