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Deciding whether a cat or dog should go to the shelter: Do you know the owner? Contacting the owner about a loose dog or cat is always the best, first step. The Bell County Animal Shelter accepts cats or dogs, but currently there is limited space for holding cats. There is no "after-hours" drop area at the shelter, so please don't release any found or stray animals at the shelter site. Has the dog been around for more than 24 hours? Ask whether this could be a lost pet, or is truly an abandoned animal. Does the dog appear ill or injured? If so, please let the warden know. Sick or injured dogs require special attention for the public's safety. Does it cost anything? There is no charge to Bell County residents. For animals dropped off from Virginia or Tennessee, there is a $10.00 fee. The shelter is north of Middlesboro on Hwy 25E, on the Page Cutoff Road. Although it is open between 8:00 am and 4:00 PM on weekdays, we encourage visitors to call ahead (at 606 337-6331) since business sometimes takes the wardens away from the shelter.
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