Tennessee Puppies for Sale

Tennessee is one of the best states in the country to buy, rescue or adopt a puppy. The Golden Retriever is the most popular breed in Tennessee. It’s followed closely by the German Shepherd and the Boxer.  

Whether you’re in town to find German Shepherd puppies for sale or to take your Golden Retriever on an outdoor adventure, you’ll find Tennessee has more than enough dog-friendly activities to keep you busy.  

Are you looking for Boxer puppies for sale in Tennessee? There are nearly seven million dog lovers in Tennessee - If you're looking to become one, there are a few state, county and local requirements to be aware of before you bring home your new puppy.

Yes. According to Tennessee Anti-Rabies Law, “It is unlawful for any person to own, keep or harbor any dog or cat six (6) months of age or older that has not been vaccinated against rabies as required by this chapter… Any person failing to meet any requirements or violating any of the provisions of this chapter commits a Class C misdemeanor with each violation being a separate offense.” 

In other words, you must vaccinate your puppy in Tennessee, or you risk committing a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by up to 30 days in jail.

Yes. According to Tennessee leash law, a pet dog must always be under the control of its owner and may not be permitted to run at large. However, a dog can be on its owner's property without a leash, so long as it cannot stray onto another person's property, into the street or into public areas. 

Though it is unlawful to permit your dog to run at large, your dog is permitted to be off leash so long as it is engaged in LEGAL hunting or herding.

Maybe. According to Tennessee dog law 5-1-120, “Counties, by resolution of their respective legislative bodies, may license and regulate dogs and cats, establish and operate shelters and other animal control facilities, and regulate, capture, impound and dispose of stray dogs, stray cats and other stray animals.” 

That means that you may have to purchase a license for your dog depending on where you live in Tennessee. In Davidson County, for example, dog and cat owners are legally required to license their pets and renew licenses. The fee for a one-year license renewal is $8.00 and 3-year license renewal are $24.00.