06/29/2025
Animal rescue is incredibly rewarding, but also very challenging. Our team is made up of dedicated volunteers who juggle full-time jobs and family responsibilities while doing everything we can to help animals in need.
Right now, the Memphis Metropolitan area is facing a heartbreaking crisis: there simply aren’t enough resources—shelter space, funding, or foster homes—to keep up with the number of animals needing help.
Sadly, when shelters reach capacity, they are often forced to make the most difficult decision—euthanizing animals to make room for others. This is never what anyone wants, and it weighs heavily on everyone involved.
Rescue groups like ours do not euthanize healthy animals. But because we care deeply about the well-being of every animal we take in, we can only accept as many as we can safely house and care for in our homes.
We understand how upsetting it can be to hear “no” when you’re trying to help an animal. Please know that Whisker Wishes makes every effort to respond to every phone call, voicemail, and email because we genuinely care about our community. While most people we speak with are kind and understanding, there are times when responses are hurtful—such as cursing at us or hanging up abruptly.
We kindly ask for your patience and respect. We are doing the best we can with the resources we have, and every interaction matters. Compassion goes both ways, and together, we can make a greater impact.
If you’re looking for ways to help, consider fostering, adopting, donating, or simply sharing our mission. Every bit of support helps us save lives.
