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Welcome
The Friends of Cookeville/Putnam County Animals is proud to present our 20th annual Fur Ball. This event is a black tie affair with cocktails, dinner, auctions, live music, and dancing into the night! We invite you to join in this premier event that offers not only a night of fun, but also a fantastic way to raise funds for the Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter!
If you have not attended the Fur Ball in previous years and would like to receive an invitation, please contact us in the form at the bottom of the web page or at mail@friendsofcpc.org with your name and address!
For other questions, or to find out more about our mission and initiatives, please visit our website at: www.friendsofcpcanimals.org or visit our facebook @cookieandputter.
You can also call us at: 931.510.3576.
Event Details
Don't Miss Fur Ball 2026
Why?
To have fun, of course, while supporting our
Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter!
Theme:
Old Vegas
Think of bright lights, poker chips, show girls and all things vintage/classic Vegas.
You will love it!
Where
This year's event will be held at the Ashraf Islam Engineering Building on the beautiful campus of Tennessee Technological University. See the campus map below to plan for navigating campus and parking locations.
Invitations:
Invitations will be mailed late November to all on our mailing list.
You can request an invitation and add your name to our mailing list by sending the name and address to:
Act quickly!
Don't delay! Send your invitation RSVP card and check in quickly as this event sells out fast each year! The cost is $175 per person and tables for 8 guests are $1400. Reservations can be mailed to:
Mrs. Yvette McCormick | Fur Ball Reservations | PO Box 2615 | Cookeville, TN 38502
Entertainment:
Get your dancing shoes ready because we will be dancing all night long! Be sure to stop by Charles Brown photography for a commemorative photo of this special night.
Attire:
This is a dress-up gala! Black-tie encouraged! Tux can be rented from One-Hour Martinizing at a discount for Fur Ball guests.
Benefits:
This is a purrfect opportunity to support our Cookeville/
Putnam County Animal Shelter! Last year’s proceeds enabled us to do the following:
- Underwrite many adoption events helping hundreds of shelter pets finding homes.
- Assist Senior Care pets with medical treatment.
- Help with cost of numerous spay/neuter surgeries.
- Offer low-cost medical services in collaboration with the Major Mike Shipley Spay/Neuter Clinic.
ttu campus map
Live Auction
Michael Feinstein's Tribute to Tony Bennett
Michael Feinstein's Tribute to Tony Bennett
Michael Feinstein's Tribute to Tony Bennett
Have an evening to remember with four tickets to Michael Feinstein's tribute to Tony Bennett. Enjoy a night out in Nashville including dinner for four at Etch Restaurant and two rooms for one evening at the Westin.
Grilling with Chef Chad Combs
Michael Feinstein's Tribute to Tony Bennett
Michael Feinstein's Tribute to Tony Bennett
Enjoy an in-home grilling class with Chef Chad Combs for up to twelve people. Details can be customized with Chef Chad Combs prior to the event!
Year of Flowers and Fine Dining
Year of Flowers and Fine Dining
Year of Flowers and Fine Dining
Receive a beautiful bouquet of flowers each month from Carol Bartlett of Abel Gardens, a wonderful case of fine wine from Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Sisko, while you enjoy gift certificates for delicious meals at Cookeville's best local restaurants.
Martini Party
Year of Flowers and Fine Dining
Year of Flowers and Fine Dining
Be the first to have your own martini party at The Putnam Room! Grab 19 of your closest friends and enjoy and evening of
martini tasting at one of the best spots in town.
additional opportunities to give
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
In addition to the live auction events, we also feature several other items to bid on, including:
- H.E.A.R.T.S.: Helping Every Animal Receive Treatment and Services ($2500 per event) We partner with Major Mike Shipley's Spay and Neuter Clinic to provide community animals with low-cost vaccines and services. $2500 per event.
- Adoption Events ($1500 per event): Help our shelter pets find the fur-ever home they deserve by sponsoring an adoption event to offset adoption costs.
- Senior Care Package ($500 per package): Our senior pets need extra care and services to ensure they can leave the shelter and enjoy their golden years in good health.
- Rescue and Recover ($250 per package) Help fund specialty medical treatments for animals in need. Money raised helps cover heartworm treatments, injury recovery and other critical care.
- C.A.R.E. Canine Advocacy Rehabilitation and Education ($100 per package) Some shelter pets need a little more time and attention than others to show their full potential. These packages provide needed behavioral training, socialization, and grooming.
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Contact Us
Friends of Cookeville/Putnam County Animals
P.O. Box 2615 Cookeville, TN 38502
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
