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Protecting animals. Supporting public safety. Serving with compassion.

Our Field Deputies play a vital role in keeping both animals and people safe across Sumner County. Whether it’s rescuing a stray, responding to a welfare concern, or educating the public, our team approaches every call with professionalism and care.

We understand that reporting an incident can feel uncomfortable — but you can trust that our deputies are trained to respond with discretion and fairness.

Report an Incident

See something concerning? Let us know.

If you witness an animal in distress, encounter a stray, or need to report neglect or cruelty, please don’t wait. You can call our Field Services team directly or file a report online.

Call (615) 452-2400. For Emergency After-Hours Call (615) 451-3838

Field Service Deputy Contact Info

Our Field Services Deputies serve the entire county and are available during regular business hours. For emergencies outside of those hours, please contact the Sheriff’s Office dispatch line.

General Inquiries & Non-Emergency Reports

After-Hours Non-Emergency (via Dispatch)

What We Handle

Our Field Service Deputies respond to a variety of situations, including:

Stray or loose animals
Animal neglect or cruelty concerns
Injured or sick animals
Livestock at-large
Animal bites or aggressive behavior
Welfare checks
Assistance with trapped or confined animals

If you’re unsure whether we handle a specific situation, please don’t hesitate to call us — we’re happy to guide you.

Working Together for a Safer Community

We rely on compassionate community members to be our eyes and ears. If something doesn’t seem right, trust your gut — and let us help. Your call could be the first step in saving a life.