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Memphis Animal Services is the city of Memphis' animal control agency and animal shelter.
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Memphis Animal Services offers a wide range of programs and services including the sheltering of lost and homeless animals, pet adoption and placement, spay/neuter programs, handling of animal control complaints & bite cases, dog licensing, cruelty investigations, humane education, and more. For more information, visit www.memphisanimalservices.com, call 901-636-1416, or visit the facility at 2350 Appling City Cove.

07/25/2024

🚨 We still URGENTLY need a bottle foster for these three adorable bottle babies! Please come by before we close at 6 pm if at all possible! 🍼🐱

Meet our tiny warriors in need of a loving foster home:

Wookie ( )
Cheshire ( )
Periwinkle ( )

These precious furballs require round-the-clock care and bottle feeding. Can you open your heart and home to these little ones? Experience with bottle feeding kittens is preferred but not required - we'll provide training and support!

By fostering, you'll be saving lives and helping these kittens grow strong enough for adoption. Plus, unlimited kitten snuggles!

If you're interested and not currently a foster, please complete our foster application to get started!
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/MAS/Cat

➡ Email [email protected] if you can come by to pick up Wookie, Cheshire, and Periwinkle for fostering before 6 pm TONIGHT. Let's give these babies the chance they deserve! 💕⬅

07/25/2024

🐾 Walk it Out with the Bluff City Canine Crew! 🐾

Join us on July 27 from 9-11 AM for a refreshing morning walk with our shelter dogs at Memphis Animal Services! We have limited spots open for each morning. Register here: https://bit.ly/walkmemane727

☀️ Take advantage of cooler temps
🐶 Help dogs stretch their legs and stimulation
📸 Snap photos to show how adoptable our pups are

Requirements:
✅ Watch our online training video
✅ Fill out a waiver before arrival
✅ Must be 16+ to walk independently
(Under 16 must be with a parent/guardian)

Sign up now and make a difference in a shelter dog's life! Let's get those tails wagging! 🐕‍🦺💖

Register here: https://bit.ly/walkmemane727

07/25/2024

We wrapped up the District 7 Summer Camp Series presented by Councilwoman Michalyn Easter-Thomas and Memphis Parks. The kids learned about various careers and got to meet Latkes, who was patient and enjoyed being spoiled with treats.

07/25/2024

📣 City of Memphis Job Fair This Saturday! 📣

Looking for a rewarding career? Join us at the City of Memphis Job Fair at Gaisman Community Center! http://www.memphistn.gov/careers

📅 Saturday
🕙 10 AM - 1 PM

Memphis Animal Services is hiring for multiple positions:
🐾 Animal Care Technicians (PT & FT)
🤝 Volunteer Outreach Specialist
💼 Pet Resource Specialist
📢 Marketing and Communications Supervisor
🖥️ Support Services Specialist
😊 Customer Care Specialist (PT)
🏥 Veterinary Assistant (FT & PT)
📋 Veterinary Administrative Specialist (FT)

Please visit http://www.memphistn.gov/careers to apply

Come meet our team and learn about these exciting opportunities to make a difference in our community!

07/25/2024

🖤 Meet Chick-fil-A, an adorable black kitten ready to bring joy to your home!

Currently in a foster home, Chick-fil-A is a bundle of fun, sweetness, and affection. This playful kitty is already spayed and litter box trained, making her an easy addition to your family. She gets along great with both cats and dogs, so she'll fit right in. Plus, she sports a unique look with her charming white eyeshadow. 💅

Don't miss out on this delightful kitten who’s ready to fill your days with love and laughter! If you're interested in meeting Chick-fil-A ( ) email your full contact information to [email protected] to have it forwarded to her foster parent. You can also send us an adoption inquiry from her profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾

07/24/2024

"Chandler has been with us a short time, but we are learning more about him every day. He is definitely giving 'Little Rascals' energy. He loves to go on his morning and evening walkies, and is consistently a loose-leash walking buddy. He does all of his business outside, and has had zero accidents.

"We've been doing slow introductions with our resident dogs, but he has been interested in every single dog he has seen.

"His appetite is VERY good. He loves his breakfast and dinner time. He eats fast, so we added a slow feeder and that has helped him a lot. To Chandler, there is no such thing as too many treats, and he is always very gentle in taking them.

"In terms of obedience, he has been very easy to train so far. He consistently follows 'sit' and 'go to your kennel.' He has no problem spending time in his kennel, and has repeatedly gone in there to nap (even with the crate open). He is eager to please, and is so proud when he finally gets a new 'trick.' Boy oh boy, does he love to show you how smart he is!

"Looking for a cuddle buddy? Chandler is your guy. Big on the slow lean move, he loves to just lay on top of you and take a snooze. With his big jowls, it is so cute to hear his little snore while he sleeps." 😍

Chandler is about 2 years old, weighs 42 pounds, and is heartworm NEGATIVE! 💟

➡ Surely Chandler's ( ) foster parent has convinced you to meet him! He needs to be adopted or transferred to another foster parent in the beginning of August, so send your information to [email protected] if you'd like to meet him OR take over fostering him soon! You can also send us an adoption inquiry from his profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾 ⬅️

07/23/2024

Urgent: Foster needed for three adorable bottle babies! 🍼🐱
Meet our tiny warriors in need of a loving foster home:

Wookie ( )
Cheshire ( )
Periwinkle ( )

These precious furballs require round-the-clock care and bottle feeding. Can you open your heart and home to these little ones? Experience with bottle feeding kittens is preferred but not required - we'll provide training and support!

By fostering, you'll be saving lives and helping these kittens grow strong enough for adoption. Plus, unlimited kitten snuggles!

If you're interested and not currently a foster, please complete our foster application to get started!
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/MAS/Cat

Contact us now to learn more about fostering Wookie, Cheshire, and Periwinkle. Let's give these babies the chance they deserve! 💕
"

07/23/2024

DONATION REQUEST 💟

Our sweet kitties are in need of cat food, especially food that will tempt them to break their hunger strike. We are in need of pate-style wet cat and kitten food. Brands like Fancy Feast, Friskies, Applaws, and Tiki Cat are wonderful for keeping them fed and healthy. 😻

If you are willing to help, you can order online and have it delivered directly to us at 2350 Appling City Cv; Memphis, TN 38133.

You can also stop by and drop it off during our business hours--1 to 6 pm on weekdays and 12 to 4 pm on weekends.

We greatly appreciate your kindness! 🥰

07/22/2024

⚡️ Allie has a zest for life! You can tell just by looking at her photo. 😍

Allie is calm in her kennel but bursts with excitement once she's outside. She loves running around the yard and greeting people and dogs at the fence, her tail wagging with enthusiasm.

Allie is very affectionate and adores being petted and getting side rubs. She's also quite vocal when meeting new doggy friends, crouching down and wagging her tail in excitement. This adorable pup loves to explore, meet new people, and soak up all the affection she can get. 🥰

She is estimated to be 4.5 years old, weighed 20 pounds when last checked, and is currently heartworm positive. Don't forget that MAS will help you and your private vet treat her heartworms following adoption though.

If you're looking for a playful and loving companion, Allie ( ) is the perfect pup for you! Come meet this sweet girl and see how quickly she’ll brighten your days. We are open from 1 to 6 pm on weekdays and 12 to 4 pm on weekends. You can also send us an adoption inquiry from her profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/

➡️ If you can't commit to adopting Allie, please consider fostering her! She has been at MAS since the end of June. If you are interested in fostering her, email [email protected]. 🐾

07/22/2024

🌟 URGENT PET SPOTLIGHT 🌟

Meet THE Crimson Chin, a friendly and playful dog ready to bring joy into your life! He’s a true gentleman in his kennel, polite and only pulling slightly on his leash to the yard. Once outside, he quickly does his business, suggesting he might be potty trained!

The Crimson Chin loves to explore the yard, but he always makes time to lean in for some pets, his tail wagging happily with every side rub. He’s a smart boy too, sitting on command without even needing a treat.

His playful side really shines when he’s chasing and batting around a blue ball. He’s also seems to be very friendly to other dogs, wagging his tail and never barking as they walk by.

He is estimated to be 1.5 years old, weighs 56 pounds, and is heartworm NEGATIVE! 🥳

🚨 Come by MAS to meet The Crimson Chin ( ) ASAP! We would love to see him adopted or fostered very soon due to being URGENT! You can meet him between 1 and 6 pm on weekdays or 12 and 4 pm on weekends. You can also send us an adoption inquiry from his profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾

07/21/2024

🥰 Can you see this cutie snuggled up next to you during your quiet times? She sure can! She'd love a chance to be your next best friend and snuggle buddy.

This is Szechaun! She recently went to a foster home, and her foster parent reports she is settling in rather nicely (this photo attests to as much). This girl's foster says she is so snuggly sweet, and loves nothing more than to cozy up next to her or pretend she's a lap dog. 😆

Additionally, she and the resident dog have hit it off and LOVE playing together. She proves she'll fit in nicely with just about any home.

🌸 Each day her personality reveals itself just a little more, delighting her foster parent.

She's about 1 year old, weighs 27 pounds, and is heartworm NEGATIVE! 🥳

Don't miss your chance to meet Szechuan ( )! Email your full contact information to [email protected] to have it forwarded to her foster parent for a meet-and-greet. You can also send us an adoption inquiry from her profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾

07/21/2024

Good afternoon friends we would like to spotlight 2 special pups! Crumble and Pauly

Crumble - is HW positive (remember adopters or rescues we will provide medications to you vet for treatment) but dog friendly. He’s urgent due to stressing in our kennel settings

Pauly - is HW positive (remember adopters or rescues we will provide medications to you vet for treatment). This baby is also friendly and social with other pups. He is urgent due to FAS in the shelter setting.

If you would like to foster or adopt please email us at [email protected] If you’d like to pull at a rescue please email [email protected]

Check out the comments for viedos of these 2!

07/21/2024

IT'S RAINING KITTENS! 🐱☔️

We just got TEN more kittens in late yesterday! Photos attached for you to "ooh" and "ahhh" over with us. 🥹

Several of them ( , , , , , , ) are not old enough for adoption yet, so we need more foster homes! They will need to leave in at least pairs of 2, with one being a group of 3!

As a side note, Alley ( ) and her kitten still need a foster home too!

If you can help, please come by MAS when we are open from 12 to 4 pm today! 🙏

07/21/2024

SPECIAL DONATION REQUEST! 🙏

🚑 Our vet staff is in desperate need of medical gowns, towels, and blankets to use as PPE when handling our most vulnerable pets.

If you can help and would like to donate these much needed items, please drop them off on weekdays between 1 and 6 pm or on weekends between 12 and 4 pm!

We greatly appreciate your continued support! 💚💙

07/20/2024

EDIT: All have found a transport foster. YAY!!

🗣 Calling All Superheroes! 💪

The Guardians of the Puppy Galaxy need fosters quickly; they are leaving for an important mission next Thursday, July 25th. These brave puppies must go in 2s and 3s to foster homes until they can be dropped back off for space travel. 🪐

Gamora ( ), Mantis ( ), Thor ( ), Daredevil ( ), and Wasp ( ) are counting on YOU to be the heroes this week! They will need to go with their sidekicks by 4 pm today, but may be able to be picked up tomorrow morning. 🙏

07/20/2024

⭐️ URGENT PET SPOTLIGHT ⭐️

Toby is a distinguished senior at 10-years-old who urgently needs to be adopted or fostered. His time at the shelter is becoming limited, and he deserves a cozy home to spend his golden years. 🥲

✨ Toby recently spent time with one of our volunteers and showed what a true gentleman he is. He is incredibly calm both in and out of his kennel, and he trots nicely on the leash. Once outside, Toby did his business right away, which is always a good sign of house training!

This independent fella is content doing his own thing and remained calm the entire time. He showed no interest in the nearby dogs, preferring to enjoy the peace of his surroundings. 🐶

Toby weighs about 50 pounds, is heartworm NEGATIVE (!!!), AND is already neutered! 🥳

🚨 Toby ( ) is looking for a loving home where he can relax and enjoy his senior years. Come meet him at MAS soon; he is URGENT! We are open from 12 to 4 pm on weekends and 1 to 6 pm on weekdays. You can also send us an adoption inquiry from his profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾

07/20/2024

Maverick's ( ) foster parent has nothing but ✨glowing✨ things to say about him. Read all about what you can expect if you adopt this boy:

"What is life like with Mr. Tubs? He needs nothing more than a comfy spot to rest his old bones and a good pet behind his ears! He loves chicken nuggets and playing tug-of-war with his rope toy. If you’re around, he loves to be near you. But he’s also perfectly content to lay around by himself on the couch all day, every day.

"He is a very sweet, loyal dog - one of the dogs you can tell appreciates living the 'good life.' He currently lives in a family with an 8-year-old. Tubs has been around a lot of kids from ages 7 & up on a day-to-day basis. He has been introduced to a lot of new people and has been friendly to everyone, usually wanting to play!

"There’s nothing better than coming home to Mr. Tubs – he is always very excited! He hops around and always brings a toy to show off.

"It is best and necessary that Mr. Tubs be in a single-dog household to ensure successful, long-term placement!

"He is used to being on a lead in the yard. He does well with baths and nail trimmings. He sleeps alone and stays home alone during the day just fine. He is potty and kennel trained (though not needed). He is heartworm NEGATIVE and neutered. Mr. Tubs' foster will transport him to any approved adopter in any location.

"Mr. Tubs is hoping to live out his golden years with a loving family of his own! He’s an affectionate, low-energy friend who still has a lot of love to give and life to live."

➡️ You HAVE to meet him! If you are interested, email your full contact information to [email protected] to have it forwarded to his foster parent for a meeting. he MUST be adopted by August 5! You can also send us an adoption inquiry from his profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾

Or maybe you'd like to foster him? You can email us about that too! 💟

07/20/2024

🐾 Paw-some News! It's Fur-doption Time! 🐶😺

Tail-wag your way to PetSmart Wolfchase TODAY, Saturday, July 20, 2024, for our barktastic adoption event!

🏠 Find your furever friend
💉 All pets fully vaccinated
🔍 Microchipped for safety
✂️ Spayed/neutered
🎉 Ready to go home with you

Fees are waived at our adoption events! Don't miss this chance to meet your perfect companion. See you there!

07/20/2024

🐾 Paw-some News! It's Fur-doption Time! 🐶😺

Tail-wag your way to PetSmart Wolfchase this Saturday, July 20, 2024, for our barktastic adoption event!

🏠 Find your furever friend
💉 All pets fully vaccinated
🔍 Microchipped for safety
✂️ Spayed/neutered
🎉 Ready to go home with you

Fees are waived at our adoption events! Don't miss this chance to meet your perfect companion. See you there!

07/19/2024

📢 Great News! Our IT systems have been fully restored and we are back to normal operations. Thank you all for your patience and understanding during the outage.

We're here to assist you with any inquiries or support you need. Your continued support means the world to us and our furry friends! 🐾

07/19/2024

🌸 Meet the gorgeous Georgetta! 🌸

Can you believe this girl has been at MAS since the end of June?! She has only had ONE inquiry! Georgetta is a fun, playful, and affectionate girl who's ready to find her new best friend. She recently spent some time with one of our volunteers and made quite the impression!

🌈 Georgetta walks beautifully on a leash, never pulling, and stays calm even when other dogs bark at her. In the yard, she loves to play with tennis balls, chasing and batting them around with enthusiasm. She seems to be interested in socializing with other dogs, running along the fence with a wagging tail and not a single bark.

When it's time for some affection, Georgetta is all in! She loves to stand next to you for pets and side rubs, her tail wagging so much her whole body shakes. She’s generous with her stand-up hugs but is never mouthy. She’s also quite considerate about doing her business outside, indicating she might be potty trained. 😍

She is estimated to be 1 year old, weighs 39 pounds, and is currently heartworm positive.

If you're looking for a playful, friendly companion who is a joy to spend time with, Georgetta ( ) could be the one! Come meet her at MAS any day of the week. We are open from 1 to 6 pm on weekdays and 12 to 4 pm on weekends! You can also send us an adoption inquiry from her profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾

07/19/2024

📢 Important Update: Due to a worldwide IT outage, Memphis Animal Services will be operating at limited capacity today, July 19th. We will be open to the public from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

☎️ Our phone lines and email are still fully operational, but we are experiencing a higher than normal call and email volume. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding as we work to respond to everyone as quickly as possible.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your continued support and kindness. Thank you for bearing with us! 🐾

07/19/2024

🗣 Calling all fosters with an extra room/closet/bathroom!

We have 3 moms with babies who need a place to stay for a short while. We also have a group of 5 kittens.

✨ Wednesday ( ) has 2 kittens who are 7 weeks old and so precious. Opening your home for 2-3 weeks while they all get adopted would be so helpful! Wednesday is the standing tabby with pink collar.

✨ Dorothea ( ; lying down tabby mama) has 5 kittens who are 5 weeks old. Her kittens still love cuddling and snuggling all day long.

✨ Alley ( ; the tortoiseshell mama) has 1 kitten, who is also 7 weeks old, and needs a comfy place to rest their heads.

✨ The last photo is of 5 kittens who don't have a mom, but are eating on their own! They can go to foster in groups of 2 or 3, and are so adorable. 😻

➡ If you are an approved cat foster parent and can help, please come by the shelter ASAP when we open today! You can email us at [email protected] to let us know you plan to come by. We are open from 1 to 6 pm today. If you are not already an approved cat foster parent but live in the Memphis area and want to help, you can complete the Cat Foster Application found at memphisanimalservices.com/how-to-help/i-want-to-foster/ 🐾

07/18/2024

It was a great day at Dave Wells Community Center at the summer camp presented by Councilwoman Michalyn Easter-Thomas and Memphis Parks. We recruited volunteers and shared with the kids the work that we do, and how to care for and approach dogs. Latkes ( ) did a PHENOMENAL job with all of the sights, sounds, and kids. Nothing phased her.

07/18/2024

⭐️ URGENT PET SPOTLIGHT ⭐️

Meet Canela, a loveable canine that has been at MAS since June 17 with ZERO inquiries! This sweetheart has captured the hearts of our volunteers with her gentle nature and affectionate personality. Canela loves giving hugs and will gently lift herself up to look into your eyes, making you feel like the most important person in the world. 🥹

✨ She walks beautifully on a leash, never pulling, and is a joy to take on walks. Canela knows her basic commands like "sit" and "come," showing off her smarts and eagerness to please. Whether she's inside her kennel or out in the yard, her medium energy level and sweet demeanor shine through. Canela is also polite and curious around other dogs, making her a wonderful companion for a variety of households.

She is about 5 years old, weighs 46 pounds, and is currently heartworm positive. We will assist you and your private vet in treating her heartworms though! Additionally, she is already SPAYED! 🙌

➡️ If you're looking for a dog who loves to cuddle and be by your side, Canela ( ) could be the perfect match for you. Come meet her at Memphis Animal Services. She is URGENT, so we would love to see her adopted or fostered ASAP! We are open from 1 to 6 pm on weekdays and 12 to 4 pm on weekends. You can also send us an adoption inquiry from her profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾

07/18/2024

🌸 It might be kitten season, but as soon as these sweet babies become available for adoption, they are adopted with lightning speed! ⚡️

Here are a couple of kittens that recently became available for adoption, and are currently spending time in a foster home. It's Marzipan ( ; first photo) and Truffle ( ; second photo)! 😻 Here's some information about them:

🍡 Marzipan
"This is Marzipan. She is sweet and loves to be loved on. She will greet you every morning by rubbing her face against yours or wherever she can reach. She likes to be with you everywhere and loves to play with all kinds of toys. She can jump very high and is sweet with other kitties as well. She sleeps wherever I am, follows me, and stays in the rooms I am in. She eats well and loves to drink water. She does not like to be held for long because she wants to run and play. She will lay on you as much as you’ll allow. I’ve had no issues with her at all. She is litter box trained too!"

🍫Truffle
"She loves attention and is very playful. She has a little goatee under her chin and will follow you everywhere. She loves to drink and eat just fine. She is litter box trained. She loves toys and anything she can find to play with, including boxes, tunnels, and cat trees. She will greet you in the morning with kisses and grooms me when she feels like it. She lays on me or right behind my back while I’m sleeping. At times, she will crawl under the covers to sleep."

If you'd like to meet them, email your full contact information to [email protected] to have it forwarded to the foster parent! You can also send us an adoption inquiry from their profiles found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾

07/18/2024

🐹✨ Meet our fabulous foursome of guinea pigs looking for their furever homes! ✨🐹

We have two dynamic duos:
1️⃣ Papa ( ) & Baby ( ) arrived on July 10th and are inseparable partners in cuteness.
2️⃣ Diamond ( ) & Bailey ( ) joined us on July 17th and bring double the joy and squeaks!

Each of these adorable pairs promises endless love, cuddles, and playful moments. Come meet them and let their charm whisk you away! 🌟❤️

07/17/2024

🖤🤍🤎 Meet Charlie, the adorable tri-color pup ready to bring joy into your life! Charlie is a bundle of happiness and playfulness, always eager for a new adventure. He walks like a pro on his leash, adjusting his pace with a gentle tug. We suspect he may already be housebroken, as he took care of business promptly in the yard.

Outside, Charlie's energy shines as he zooms around with pure excitement. He's a social butterfly, friendly with dogs nearby and loves a good game of fetch with a tennis ball. While he's not too interested in treats, he's quick to show off his smarts by sitting on command. ⚡️

🤗 He adores hugs and loves nothing more than being pet, especially when relaxing on a bench with you. With his infectious smile and playful spirit, Charlie is ready to become your new best buddy!

He is about 2 years old, weighs 56 pounds, and is currently heartworm positive. We will help you and your private vet treat his heartworms following his adoption though!

Come meet Charlie ( ) at MAS any day of the week! We are open from 1 to 6 pm on weekdays and 12 to 4 pm on weekends. You can also send us an adoption inquiry from his profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾

Address

2350 Appling City Cove
Memphis, TN
38133

Opening Hours

Monday	1pm - 6pm
Tuesday	1pm - 6pm
Wednesday	1pm - 6pm
Thursday	1pm - 6pm
Friday	1pm - 6pm
Saturday	12pm - 4pm
Sunday	12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+19016361416

Website

http://www.memphisanimalservices.com/

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EDIT: All have found a transport foster. YAY!! 🗣 Calling All Superheroes! 💪 The Guardians of the Puppy Galaxy need fosters quickly; they are leaving for an important mission next Thursday, July 25th. These brave puppies must go in 2s and 3s to foster homes until they can be dropped back off for space travel. 🪐 Gamora (#MASA38866), Mantis (#MASA38867), Thor (#MASA38868), Daredevil (#MASA38869), and Wasp (#MASA38870) are counting on YOU to be the heroes this week! They will need to go with their sidekicks by 4 pm today, but may be able to be picked up tomorrow morning. 🙏

Maverick's (#MASA35827) foster parent has nothing but ✨glowing✨ things to say about him. Read all about what you can expect if you adopt this boy: "What is life like with Mr. Tubs? He needs nothing more than a comfy spot to rest his old bones and a good pet behind his ears! He loves chicken nuggets and playing tug-of-war with his rope toy. If you’re around, he loves to be near you. But he’s also perfectly content to lay around by himself on the couch all day, every day. "He is a very sweet, loyal dog - one of the dogs you can tell appreciates living the 'good life.' He currently lives in a family with an 8-year-old. Tubs has been around a lot of kids from ages 7 & up on a day-to-day basis. He has been introduced to a lot of new people and has been friendly to everyone, usually wanting to play! "There’s nothing better than coming home to Mr. Tubs – he is always very excited! He hops around and always brings a toy to show off. "It is best and necessary that Mr. Tubs be in a single-dog household to ensure successful, long-term placement! "He is used to being on a lead in the yard. He does well with baths and nail trimmings. He sleeps alone and stays home alone during the day just fine. He is potty and kennel trained (though not needed). He is heartworm NEGATIVE and neutered. Mr. Tubs' foster will transport him to any approved adopter in any location. "Mr. Tubs is hoping to live out his golden years with a loving family of his own! He’s an affectionate, low-energy friend who still has a lot of love to give and life to live." ➡️ You HAVE to meet him! If you are interested, email your full contact information to [email protected] to have it forwarded to his foster parent for a meeting. he MUST be adopted by August 5! You can also send us an adoption inquiry from his profile found at memphisanimalservices.com/adopt/available-pets/ 🐾 Or maybe you'd like to foster him? You can email us about that too! 💟

🚨 MISSION IMPAWSIBLE: Shelter Overload! 🚨 Your mission, should you choose to accept it: SAVE THESE POOCHES! We are beyond capacity and need adopters, fosters, and rescues ASAP. 🕵️ Adopt: Be a hero and give a pet a forever home. 🕵️ Foster: Provide a temporary safe haven. 🕵️ Rescue Groups: Partner with us to save lives. This message will self-destruct in 5 seconds (not really). Act now! Visit http://www.memphisanimalservices.com or come by the shelter Mon.-Fri., 1-6 p.m., Sat. & Sun., 12-4 p.m. Our animals need you! 🐱🐶❤️ #MissionImpawsible #AdoptDontShop #FosterPets #RescueNeeded

Memphis Animal Services is at Memphis Pride!!

Please come out and see MAS at Memphis pride today!

Please take a look at the pups that we still have in our CDV exposed area. We would love to get these babies out with rescues, fosters, or adoptions. These dogs are recommended to go to homes where they will be the only dog or with other dogs that are fully/currently vaccinated.

Attention all adopters/fosters/rescues/networkers…Our urgent list had a 1 pm deadline today and y’all have worked so hard to get these pets out! Due to all y’all’s hard work on networking these pups and rescues pulling them, we were able to get all the exposed pets into Dog A this morning. This means we can extend our deadline another 48 hours. Thank y’all for helping us save these babies.

Come see us today at PetSmart Wolfchase.

UPDATE: We got a foster! Thank you so much, everyone. Looking for an owner or stray-wait/transport foster for Strawberry Shortcake #masa36806! If you can help us out please call (901)636-1415 or email us at [email protected] This baby was brought in today, so if you believe this dog is yours please come to 2350 Appling City Cove to reclaim this sweet baby!

Memphis Animal Services Reopens to the Public After Canine Distemper Outbreak Launches Free Dog Adoptions to Prevent Further Transmission (Memphis, Tenn.) - May 7, 2024 - The Memphis Animal Services (MAS) has reopened its doors today after a temporary closure due to the discovery of canine distemper virus (CDV) and canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC) among its residents. With the safety of over 250 animals at the forefront, MAS took swift action on May 3 to contain the spread and is appealing to the public for assistance in safeguarding the pet population and the community. As of the latest May 6 update, 14 confirmed cases of CDV have been identified. To prevent further infections, MAS has implemented rigorous measures including separating exposed and non-exposed dogs, deep cleaning, mass testing, medical treatment, staff training for public education on adopting dogs with CDV, and comprehensive contact tracing efforts. “Shelters around the country are seeing an uptick in viruses like CDV and CIRDC. When you have so many animals in one place coming from different circumstances with varying health challenges it can happen,” said Ty Coleman, Director of Animal Services. “Our team is understaffed, but we work diligently to continuously improve intake processes, increase positive outcomes, and find forever homes for all pets under our care.” Until further notice, MAS will continue to operate on an emergency intake basis, prioritizing animals in situations posing public safety risks. This includes animals needing urgent medical attention, and those facing injury, illness, or active cruelty cases. MAS is now launching an adoption drive to rehome animals and mitigate the risk of further transmission. From now until May 21, all adoption fees will be waived, with additional support provided to prospective pet parents including education, indoor crates, dog beds, and dog food (while supplies last). It is recommended that dogs should only go to

Come on out to PetSmart Wolfchase we are adopting and educating the public.

Dog D meet-n-greet

Since we did Dog B yesterday I thought I’d skip over to Dog D today. Again, if you’re interested in any of these babies, please reach out to us [email protected] or you can call us at 901-636-1416. We may be close to the public, but our staff is still working and answering phone calls/emails.

Check out these pup from Dog A.

If you are interested in any of these pups, please visit our website memphisanimalservices.com to get more information. Also, like I said in the video, we have the attribute saying who has been exposed to canine distemper.

Stray pet alert!

Please check out this little one who just came in. We believe this baby belongs to someone. #masa36521 “May” If you believe is this you baby please call us (901)636-1416 or email us [email protected]

Please join me in meeting some adoptable dogs while I hand out treats!

Please take a minute to listen to Lloyd’s story #masa36352!

Please meet John, one of our volunteers and who found sweet Nannette #masa35567

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Memphis Animal Services is the only open-intake animal shelter in Memphis. MAS works to help keep people and pets safe by enforcing animal care and control laws, caring for homeless pets, and achieving positive outcomes for the pets in their care. The shelter has not had to euthanize a healthy, adoptable cat, small dog, or puppy in three years. Having saved 88 percent of the nearly 9,000 pets in its care in 2018, MAS envisions a day when no healthy, adoptable pet dies in Memphis due to lack of space, every owned pet is well loved and cared for, and no citizen’s safety is put at risk by irresponsible pet ownership. For more information, visit www.memphisanimalservices.com, call 901-636-1416, or visit the facility at 2350 Appling City Cove. Follow Memphis Animal Services on Twitter & Instagram @AdoptMAS.