Cat-Friendly Dogs for Adoption in Murfreesboro, TN: 11 Dogs Good with Cats
By Dogs of the Day · Updated

Rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Murfreesboro have 11 cat-friendly dogs up for adoption. Here are all 11, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Every dog on this page has been marked by their rescue as good with cats, so they're a good fit if you already share your home with one.
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1. Louie ln
Puppy (4 months 4 days) · Male · Cattle Dog / Mixed (short coat) · 48 mi from Murfreesboro



Louie and his brother Nico were from an unwanted litter of puppies being given away in the Dickson Walmart parking lot. Thank goodness for them, a foster home stepped up so we could take them in to be vetted and adopted to an approved family.
Louie is a calm, sweet boy. He has been around most farm animals, cats, other dogs and has no problems with any of them. He will be neutered prior to adoption. Check him out on our website:
https://lastchancepetrescue.org/adopt/
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
2. Nico ln
Puppy (4 months 7 days) · Male · Cattle Dog / Mixed (short coat) · 48 mi from Murfreesboro



Nico and his brother Louie were from an unwanted litter and being given away in a Walmart parking lot. Extremely fortunate for them, a foster home stepped up and offered to take them in! Sweet, laid back boys. Good with farm animals of all kinds, smart. Scheduled to be neutered prior to adoption.
For more information, check him out under our Adoptable Pets at:
https://lastchancepetrescue.org/adopt/
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
3. Puppy Otis
Young · Male · Labrador Retriever (short coat) · 28 mi from Murfreesboro



If you are looking for a wonderful Lab to join your family then Otis is the ONE!!! This 9 month old 32 pound Lab boy is just like a sponge for love and he would be the best friend to all!!! Otis is a breath of fresh air when you meet him. His enthusiasm for life and his true desire to be friends with all the world is so joyful to watch. He has lived a rather desperate and limited life in the early months with a person who struggled on lots of levels. Despite the chaos of the early months, Otis is a fully engaged and happy dog. A teenager is what we would classify him in regards to human years and yet he is a quick study and certainly ready to graduate to a better home life and people who can guide him to become the smart and well mannered dog he has shown that he is so far.
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He is pretty good on a leash considering no real practice till now and he is housebroken and crate training beautifully. He is surrounded by young children 6 years and above and loves every minute of their attention and hugs. We see this boy being a great running mate, walking partner, trail explorer and sideline soccer cheerleader for his family participants. Otis is a Lab and looks mostly all of that with nothing else. At his current weight of 31 pounds, he is destined to become a 50 pound handsome adult that will make his way in to your heart forever. Otis is a standout and a dog for all seasons and ages in a family's life. Thank you for considering this special boy. Contact Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com if you are interested. He is ready to go!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
4. Roxy in TN
Adult (4 years 8 months) · Female · Dachshund (medium coat) · 27 mi from Murfreesboro







CITY, STATE: Alcoa, TN
NAME: Roxy
AGE: 4 yrs. DOB: 02-14-2022
SEX: Female
WEIGHT: 11 lbs.
COLOR: Wild Boar
COAT: Wire Hair
UP TO DATE: Yes
SPAYED/NEUTERED: Yes
DHPP: Yes DATE: 10-13-26
RABIES: Yes DATE: 10-13-26
TAG NUMBER: 1661
ADOPTION FEE: $450 + $25 microchip fee
HOUSETRAINED: Working on it
CRATE TRAINED: Yes
LEASH TRAINED: Learning
FENCED YARD NEEDED: Yes
SPECIAL NEEDS: No
HOME W/ SMALL CHILDREN: Only children over 7 years old
HOME W/ OTHER DOGS: MALE: Yes FEMALE: Yes
HOME W/ CATS: Yes
MICROCHIP BRAND and #: NanoChip # 990000006407829
MONTHLY HEARTWORM DATE: 5th of each month
FOSTER HOME: Cathy, allamericandachshundrescue@gmail.com
RESCUE #: 2026-10-03-03
BIO: Meet Roxy. What a sweet girl!!
Roxy is such a sweet girl! She is a retired breeder, but that hasn’t stopped her from exploring her new surroundings and learning new things.
Roxy will need another small dog in the home to help her continue learning how to be a dog. Her adoptive family must understand that she will need time to get comfortable with her people, but watching her progress will be incredibly rewarding.
Being all dachshund, she will bark at strangers until she knows they are friendly and willing to give her some attention. Roxy is crate trained and uses a doggie door to go potty outside. She loves being outdoors, exploring all the smells, and is doing great walking alongside two big neighborhood dogs
Our must-haves for Miss Roxy include:
Read more about Roxy in TN
A fenced yard
Another small dog to show her the way
Someone who can be home more often than not
No apartments, or high-rises she likes to bark
An adopter with retired breeder dog experience is very helpful. This experience will aid in your understanding how cautions Roxy is and how to help her be the pet she can be.
============== Information for All Dogs/Adopters ==============
AADR does not recommend dachshunds for families with children under 5, or families planning to have children during the dog's lifetime. Dachshunds are often not patient with little kids, and kids can accidentally hurt a dachshund’s back or get bitten.
If you have questions about this dog, please feel free to contact the foster home at the email address listed on the bio form. They have the most up-to-date information concerning the dog and would be happy to answer any questions about the animal.
We cannot adopt into CT, RI, NH, ME, or MA due to strict laws regarding importation of dogs into those states. If you have any issue with this, you will need to take this up with your legislatures.
To understand the adoption process through AADR, please review the Adoption Information on our home page. Transportation options are outlined on that page in Step 3.
Click this link to apply: https://www.allamericandachshundrescue.org/apply, it will take you to the application form.
Please don't let the distance stand in your way of finding your newest best friend. We have volunteers who will help your "new friend" get up and down the East Coast or Midwest. We just can't get them from one coast to the other. Please look for dogs on your coast.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
5. Otis
Young · Male · Labrador Retriever · 28 mi from Murfreesboro



MEET OTIS — YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE BUDDY AND BIGGEST FAN
Otis is a 9-month-old black Lab with under 40 pounds of puppy enthusiasm and a whole lot of love to give. Playful, affectionate, and a little mischievous, he’s ready to bring fun and companionship to a lucky family.
This sweet boy loves attention and leans right into loving hands. He has the energy for backyard games, neighborhood walks, and adventures with his people—and he’s looking for someone who will make him part of everyday life.
A serious family crisis left his dad unable to care for him. His human aunts stepped in to help, and now Otis has the chance for a fresh start with a family who will love him and show him the ropes.
Otis hasn’t had the benefit of consistent training yet.
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He gets bouncy and sometimes jumps when excited, so he’ll need practice with polite greetings and everyday manners. With kind, consistent guidance, daily exercise, and rewards for a job well done, there’s so much for this young boy to learn.
He can be a little shy while getting to know someone, but his loving nature shines through. His family describes him as very sweet, with “not a mean bone” in his body.
Looking for a young dog to grow alongside your family? Otis brings the affection, personality, and playful spirit. You bring the patience, guidance, and love.
Otis is fully vetted, microchipped, and neutered. He is available for adoption in Middle Tennessee or the Northeast states along Critter Cavalry’s transport route.
To apply or ask questions:Text 615-661-5333.Email ccrtennessee@gmail.com or ccrnewengland@gmail.com, based on your location.
Please include “Otis” and your location.
Adoption process and application request:https://www.crittercavalry.com/adoption
Adoption fees vary depending on each animal’s needs. Typical fees:https://www.crittercavalry.com/Frequently-Asked-Questions
Otis has his whole life ahead of him. Let’s help him spend it being someone’s very best boy.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
6. Gracie
Adult · Female · Beagle · 28 mi from Murfreesboro




MEET MACIE — A LITTLE BEAGLE WITH SO MUCH LOVE TO GIVE
Macie is a 6-year-old female Beagle weighing under 25 pounds. With her small size and calm, gentle nature, this sweet girl has a way of making you want to keep her close. She leans into your hands for affection and is happy just being near someone who cares.
A serious family crisis left her dad unable to care for her. Her human aunts stepped in to help, and now Macie is looking for a forever home where she can feel safe, settle in, and be loved.
Her older sister, Gracie, an 8-year-old Beagle, is also available for adoption.
Macie is fully vetted, microchipped, and spayed, with her dental care taken care of, too.
She is available for adoption in Middle Tennessee or the Northeast states along Critter Cavalry’s transport route.
Read more about Gracie
Could this little Beagle be your new best friend?
To apply or ask questions:Text 615-661-5333.Email ccrtennessee@gmail.com or ccrnewengland@gmail.com, based on your location.
Please include “Macie” and your location.
Adoption process and application request:https://www.crittercavalry.com/adoption
Adoption fees vary depending on each animal’s needs. Typical fees are listed here:https://www.crittercavalry.com/Frequently-Asked-Questions
Please share to help Macie find someone who will love her right back.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
7. Gracie
Adult · Female · Beagle · 28 mi from Murfreesboro



MEET GRACIE — A LITTLE BEAGLE WITH A GENTLE HEART
Gracie is an 8-year-old female Beagle with a sweet, calm nature and so much love to give. She melts into gentle hands, soaks up affection, and is happy just being close to someone who cares.
A serious family crisis left her dad unable to care for her. Her human aunts stepped in to help, and now Gracie is looking for a forever home where she can feel safe, settle in, and be loved.
Her younger sister, Macie, a 6-year-old Beagle weighing under 25 pounds, is also available for adoption.
Gracie is fully vetted, microchipped, and spayed, and her dental care has been completed.
She is available for adoption in Middle Tennessee or the Northeast states along Critter Cavalry’s transport route.
Read more about Gracie
Could you give this gentle girl the loving home she deserves?
To apply or ask questions:Text 615-661-5333.Email ccrtennessee@gmail.com or ccrnewengland@gmail.com, based on your location.
Please include “Gracie” and your location.
Adoption process and application request:https://www.crittercavalry.com/adoption
Adoption fees vary depending on each animal’s needs. Typical fees are listed here:https://www.crittercavalry.com/Frequently-Asked-Questions
Please share to help Gracie find someone who will love her right back.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
8. Winston in LA
Young · Male · Dachshund (short coat) · 27 mi from Murfreesboro








CITY, STATE: Keithville, LA
NAME: Winston
AGE: 2-3 yrs.
SEX: Male
WEIGHT: 16.6 lbs.
COLOR: Red
COAT: Smooth
UP TO DATE: Yes
SPAYED/NEUTERED: Before coming to rescue
DHPP: Yes DATE: 09/29/26
RABIES: Yes DATE: 07/07/26
TAG NUMBER: N/A
ADOPTION FEE: $475 + $25 microchip fee
HOUSETRAINED: Yes, doggie door or schedule
CRATE TRAINED: Yes
LEASH TRAINED: Yes, but likes to pull
FENCED YARD NEEDED: Yes
SPECIAL NEEDS: No
HOME W/ SMALL CHILDREN: Over the age of 8 yrs because if smaller, he may knock them down
HOME W/ OTHER DOGS: MALE: Yes FEMALE: Yes
HOME W/ CATS: Yes
MICROCHIP BRAND and #: Nano Chip 900263007118968
MONTHLY HEARTWORM DATE: 30th of each month
FOSTER HOME: Kendra allamericandachshundrescue@gmail.com
RESCUE #: 2026-09-23-01
THIS BOY IS GORGEOUS!! He's also a goof ball!
BIO: Winston came from a severe hoarding situation where he was locked in a kennel with three inches of waste. Considering everything he has been through, he’s a friendly boy that loves people (once he warms up within minutes) and toys. He will also play with other small dogs but is also fine with bigger dogs as well.
His only issue is he does have some separation anxiety so he would need to be crated should you leave the house. We think that’s why it’s important to have another dog in the household and you to know how to help him over his anxiety. This boy is so worth the effort. He’s a happy and loving boy and would be great with several children over the age of 8 yrs. Younger than that he might knock them over in his joy of playing or just happy to be a part of a family. Give him a chance, won’t you?
Our must haves for him are:
Read more about Winston in LA
Fenced in yard
Someone that could be home more than not
Children over the age of 9yr to play with would be great
Another young dog to play with. He loves to play
No apartments, high rises or condos this boy needs to run and have fun
If you are interested in Winston then please go to our website and fill out our online adoption application, he’s waiting for you.
============== Information for All Dogs/Adopters ==============
AADR does not recommend dachshunds for families with children under 5, or families planning to have children during the dog's lifetime. Dachshunds are often not patient with little kids, and kids can accidentally hurt a dachshund’s back or get bitten.
If you have questions about this dog, please feel free to contact the foster home at the email address listed on the bio form. They have the most up-to-date information concerning the dog and would be happy to answer any questions about the animal.
We cannot adopt into CT, RI, NH, ME, or MA due to strict laws regarding importation of dogs into those states. If you have any issue with this, you will need to take this up with your legislatures.
To understand the adoption process through AADR, please review the Adoption Information on our home page. Transportation options are outlined on that page in Step 3.
Click this link to apply: https://www.allamericandachshundrescue.org/apply, it will take you to the application form.
Please don't let the distance stand in your way of finding your newest best friend. We have volunteers who will help your "new friend" get up and down the East Coast or Midwest. We just can't get them from one coast to the other. Please look for dogs on your coast.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
9. Puppy Winnie
Puppy · Female · Hound / Border Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 28 mi from Murfreesboro




Some puppies are simply easy to picture in your life, and beautiful Winnie is one of those special girl puppies.Can you picture a happy little face following you into the backyard, chasing a ball, exploring every corner, and then coming back to you because being near her people is really the best part? That is Winnie. She is playful without being wild, curious without being reckless, and affectionate without needing to be glued to you every second. She is a puppy who wants to be involved in life with her family.Winnie was born July 11 as one of twelve puppies to a beautiful red, scruffy Border Terrier mix mama.
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She has been raised in a wonderful foster environment surrounded by children, other dogs, and adults who have handled, cuddled, and socialized her from the beginning. Those early experiences have helped Winnie become a confident, loving puppy who is ready to continue learning with her forever family.We think Winnie will be an especially wonderful fit for a family who enjoys being together and wants a dog who can grow up alongside them. She would love a fenced yard for those backyard adventures, a family willing to play fetch and teach her new things, and people who will appreciate her sweet, thoughtful nature. She is smart and eager to learn, so a family who enjoys training and watching a puppy discover her talents will have a lot of fun with her.Winnie is expected to grow into a beautiful 45–50 pound girl with a short coat. She is still very much a puppy, which means she is also in the “everything goes in my mouth” phase. Fingers are currently competing with chew toys for her attention, so we feel older children, 10+, would be the best fit. She will need patient adults who can give her consistent guidance and redirect that puppy enthusiasm toward appropriate toys.But underneath those puppy teeth is a girl with an enormous capacity to love. Winnie is thoughtful, affectionate, playful, and wonderfully curious. She is going to be the kind of dog who learns your routines, knows when it is time to play and when it is time to settle down, and eventually becomes the companion who seems to have always belonged there.If you are looking for a puppy who can be your backyard playmate, your adventure buddy, your student, your shadow, and eventually your best friend, Winnie may be exactly the girl you have been waiting for.Contact Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with cats
- House-trained
10. Rosie in TN
Young (2 years 4 months) · Female · Dachshund (short coat) · 27 mi from Murfreesboro









CITY, STATE: Shelbyville, TN
NAME: Rosie
AGE: 2 yrs. DOB 06/04/24
SEX: Female
WEIGHT: 11.44 lbs.
COLOR: Red
COAT: Smooth
UP TO DATE: Yes
SPAYED/NEUTERED: Yes DATE: 09/08/26
DHPP: Yes DATE: 09/08/26
RABIES: Yes DATE: 09/08/26
TAG NUMBER: 1476
ADOPTION FEE: $475 + $25 microchip fee
HOUSETRAINED: Yes, to a doggie door or schedule
CRATE TRAINED: Yes
LEASH TRAINED: Working on this
FENCED YARD NEEDED: Yes
SPECIAL NEEDS: No
HOME W/ SMALL CHILDREN: 10 yrs and up and respect a dog's space
HOME W/ OTHER DOGS: MALE: Yes FEMALE: Yes
HOME W/ CATS: YES, as long as they don’t run
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MICROCHIP BRAND and #: 911Petchip 991003911570187
MONTHLY HEARTWORM DATE: 9th of each month
FOSTER HOME: Diane allamericandachshundrescue@gmail.com
RESCUE #: 2026-08-19-01
BIO: We can’t say enough good things about this little girl. She came from rural TN and was bred every time she came into season but lucky for her a Good Samaritan saw her plight and stepped in to take her. The Good Samaritan was driven to save her but could not keep her so she reached out to us for help. Rosie is all sunshine and roses and she SMILES! If you talk sweetly to her, she’ll give you her sweet smile. You can see it in one of her pictures.
Rosie didn’t know how to play but she is learning and would be fine with another male or female pup around her age that is socialized. She craves attention because she never had any and she loves it.
Sadly, she came to us with heartworms so she will go through treatment for those and will not be available until the 28th of November, just in time for the holidays. Don’t let the heartworms scare you. She is light heartworm positive and she’ll be clear of them when she goes to her forever home. This delay will give you plenty of time to plan for Rosie and shop for her for the holiday.
Our must haves for this little one are:
A fenced in yard
Another brother or sister to learn to play with, young and small - no big dogs
Someone that can be home more than not
Please no apartments, high rises or condo
If you want years of devotion, then you can’t go wrong with this Rosie. Apply, get approved, and we’ll keep you posted on how she is doing with treatment. If you live close enough, you can come and visit her when approved.
============= Information for All Dogs/Adopters ==============
AADR does not recommend dachshunds for families with children under 5, or families planning to have children during the dog's lifetime. Dachshunds are often not patient with little kids, and kids can accidentally hurt a dachshund’s back or get bitten.
If you have questions about this dog, please feel free to contact the foster home at the email address listed on the bio form. They have the most up-to-date information concerning the dog and would be happy to answer any questions about the animal.
We cannot adopt into CT, RI, NH, ME, or MA due to strict laws regarding importation of dogs into those states. If you have any issue with this, you will need to take this up with your legislatures.
To understand the adoption process through AADR, please review the Adoption Information on our home page. Transportation options are outlined on that page in Step 3.
Click this link to apply: https://www.allamericandachshundrescue.org/apply, it will take you to the application form.
Please don't let the distance stand in your way of finding your newest best friend. We have volunteers who will help your "new friend" get up and down the East Coast or Midwest. We just can't get them from one coast to the other. Please look for dogs on your coast.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
11. Balsam Fir
Young (5 months 23 days) · Male · Labrador Retriever / Australian Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 34 mi from Murfreesboro




Meet Balsam! This sweet boy is a happy, playful puppy with lots of love to give! He is incredibly affectionate, loves meeting new people, and enjoys being around his humans. He also gets along great with other dogs and cats.
Balsam is an energetic pup who loves to play but is happy to settle down for a nap when he’s tired. He’s doing great with leash walking and is learning basic commands like sit. His crate training is coming along nicely, and he’s becoming much more comfortable spending time in his crate.
House training is also going well! Balsam is making great progress and has even started letting his foster know when he needs to go outside. Like any puppy, he’s still learning his manners and will need a family committed to continuing his training.
Balsam is a loving, friendly boy who will make a wonderful addition to a family ready for all the fun that comes with raising a puppy!
Read more about Balsam Fir
Medical Notes:
Neutered
Vaccinated
Dewormed
Microchipped
Monthly flea/tick/heartworm preventative
Weighs 22lbs as of 8/9 /26
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- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
Bringing a dog home to your cat
Tell the rescue about your cat: their age and how they react to dogs. A dog who has lived calmly with one cat may still want to chase a cat that runs.
Introduce them slowly. Keep them apart for the first few days and swap bedding so they get used to each other's scent, then let them meet with the dog on a leash, rewarding calm behavior.
Make sure the cat can always get somewhere the dog can't reach, like a high shelf or a room behind a baby gate, and keep the litter box and cat food out of the dog's way.
Rescues with cat-friendly dogs near Murfreesboro
- Critter Cavalry RescueFranklin, TN · 5 cat-friendly dogs above
- All American Dachshund RescueShelbyville, TN · 3 cat-friendly dogs above
- Last Chance Pet Rescue, IncWhite Bluff, TN · 2 cat-friendly dogs above
- Proverbs 12:10 Animal RescueNashville, TN · 1 cat-friendly dog above
Questions about adopting cat-friendly dogs in Murfreesboro
How many cat-friendly dogs are up for adoption in Murfreesboro?
As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, have 11 cat-friendly dogs up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a cat-friendly dog in Murfreesboro?
The rescues with the most cat-friendly dogs near Murfreesboro right now are Critter Cavalry Rescue (Franklin, TN), All American Dachshund Rescue (Shelbyville, TN) and Last Chance Pet Rescue, Inc (White Bluff, TN). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
How do I introduce a dog to my cat?
Slowly. Keep them apart for a few days so they get used to each other's scent, then let them meet with the dog on a leash, rewarding calm behavior. Always give the cat an escape route the dog can't follow.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.