Memphis Animal Services

Memphis Animal Services

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Open-intake municipal animal shelter serving Memphis. Adoptions/Reclaims: Tues-Fri 1-6PM | Sat-Sun 12-4PM.

Adopt, foster, volunteer, rescue & reunite lost pets with their families. 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.

Photos from Memphis Animal Services's post 05/30/2026

Meet Blue Bell ( ), the dog version of an introvert. 💙

If your perfect weekend involves cozying up at home, taking a leisurely walk, and avoiding crowded social gatherings, Blue Bell just might be your soulmate.

Currently thriving in a foster home, Blue Bell has proven to be one of the easiest fosters around. She's fully potty trained, knows several commands, walks well on a leash, and has a calm, low-key personality. While she can coexist with other dogs, she's perfectly happy being the center of your world and prefers canine friends who respect her personal space.

Blue Bell loves walks, exploring the yard, and a good game of tug-of-war. When she's ready to recharge, you'll often find her tucked away in a quiet spot for some well-deserved alone time. She would do best in a calm home with older children and without cats.

Looking for a loyal companion who enjoys life's simple pleasures? Blue Bell is waiting to meet you. 💕

05/30/2026

Just a friendly reminder that our MAS Splash Party has been rescheduled to Saturday, June 6 from 12–3 PM!

Join us at Memphis Animal Services for an afternoon of fun, adoptable pets, community resources, treats, and plenty of opportunities to learn more about how you can get involved with MAS.

We can't wait to see you there and hope you'll come make a splash with us! 🌊🐶

📍 Memphis Animal Services
🗓️ June 6
⏰ 12–3 PM

See you soon! 💙

05/29/2026

📊 Field Report Friday: May 20–27

Every week, our team works around the clock to care for animals in need across Memphis and Shelby County. Here's a look at what happened this past week at Memphis Animal Services:

🚨 Our Animal Control team responded to 530 calls for service across the community, helping address concerns ranging from stray animals and injured pets to public safety and animal welfare issues.

🐾 340 animals entered the shelter
• 69 owner surrenders
• 247 stray animals brought in by Memphis Animal Control
• 24 stray animals brought in by Shelby County Animal Control

🐶 243 dogs
🐱 93 cats
🐔 2 chickens
entered our care this week.

❤️ Outcomes
• 78 adoptions (52 dogs, 26 cats)
• 21 dogs returned to their owners
• 44 animals transferred to rescue partners (43 dogs, 1 cat)
• 4 cats safely returned to their outdoor homes through our Return-to-Field program

While 147 animals found positive outcomes this week, intake continues to outpace the number of animals leaving our care. When space and resources are limited, difficult decisions sometimes have to be made. These numbers highlight the ongoing need for adopters, fosters, rescue partners, volunteers, and responsible pet ownership throughout our community.

Thank you to everyone who adopted, fostered, volunteered, donated, shared posts, and supported our mission this week. Together, we are making a difference for Memphis animals every day. 💙

05/29/2026

🐔🦆 ANOTHER CALL FOR OUR FEATHERED FRIENDS! 🦆🐔

We still have 2 chickens, 2 roosters, and 1 duck looking for homes!

If you've been thinking about adding some feathered companions to your family, now is the perfect time to stop by. These birds are ready for a fresh start and a safe place to call home.

📍 Memphis Animal Services
⏰ Open today until 6:00 PM

Come meet them before the day is over!

Photos from Memphis Animal Services's post 05/29/2026

Forever home Friday!

A little over a month ago, Steph ( ) left Memphis Animal Services for a new life, and just look at him now. ❤️

Steph isn't just thriving in his new home — he's already taken on new adventures, including visiting a new state and even putting his paws in the sand at the beach! 🏖️🐾

Stories like Steph's are exactly why we do what we do. Every adoption is a chance for a pet to experience love, comfort, and a life full of memories they may have never had otherwise.

Thank you to Steph's adopter for giving him the life he deserves. We couldn't be happier to see this handsome boy living his best life.

Happy tails, Steph! We can't wait to see where your next adventure takes you. ❤️

05/28/2026

🚨 TEMPORARY FOSTER NEEDED FOR LOLA BUNNY TODAY! 🚨

Meet Lola Bunny ( )! We have a rescue interested in helping her, but we urgently need a temporary foster home for her until Tuesday.
Lola Bunny came to us as a stray, so we are still getting to know her, but so far she has been very sweet. 💕

Can anyone open their home to help her for just a few days?

Please message us or come to the shelter before 6pm today if you are in the area and able to help!

Photos from Memphis Animal Services's post 05/28/2026

🚨 LOST FOSTER DOG – PLEASE SHARE 🚨

A foster dog from Memphis Animal Services, Bowie , is missing.

He was last seen near S. Barksdale St. and Lamar Ave. on Tuesday, May 26th.

If you see him:
⚠️ Do NOT chase
📍 Note location and time
📞 Contact Memphis Animal Services officers at (901) 545-COPS

He may respond to treats or food, but patience and distance are key to helping him feel safe.

We want to help get him back to his foster safely. Please keep an eye out and share to help bring him home 💙

Photos from Memphis Animal Services's post 05/27/2026

Foster Found!!

EMERGENCY BOTTLE BABY FOSTERS NEEDED 🚨🍼

After closing tonight, we still have 8 bottle baby puppies in need of foster placement. One of our supervisors is taking some, but we still urgently need help.

We are looking for: • 3 fosters for groups of 3, 3, and 2 puppies OR • 1 foster for 5 puppies and 1 foster for 3 puppies

MAS will provide ALL supplies, and even overnight help makes a huge difference right now. We can meet you at Memphis Animal Services with the puppies.

Bottle babies require feedings every few hours, but you do not need prior experience — we can walk you through everything.

If you can help save these babies tonight, please message us ASAP. Anything helps. ❤️

05/27/2026

Due to the possibility of rain this weekend, we have made the decision to postpone our MAS Splash Party. ☔🐾

The good news? We already have a new date!

📅 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 12–3 p.m.
📍 Memphis Animal Services

We still plan to have all the fun:
💦 Splash zones
🍧 Treats for pups & people
🐶 Meet adoptable dogs
❤️ Learn about fostering & volunteering

Thank you for understanding, and we hope to see everyone next Saturday for a sunny day of fun supporting the dogs of MAS!

Photos from Memphis Animal Services's post 05/27/2026

🍪 Meet Coco Cookie 🍪

Some dogs steal your heart with their energy. Coco Cookie steals it with her hugs.

This sweet girl loves people, loves toys, and loves being part of the action. After a good play session, her favorite place to be is right by your side, burying her head in your lap and soaking up all the affection she can get.

Coco has done great with men, women, children, and other dogs. She starts out a little shy and submissive with new canine friends, but once she gets comfortable, she's ready to play. She's also learning her leash manners and already knows "sit."

Her foster says Coco would do well in almost any home, but she'd especially love a family that has plenty of time for cuddles, playtime, and making memories together.

If you're looking for a gentle, loving companion who gives the best hugs around, Coco Cookie is waiting to meet you. ❤️🐾

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2350 Appling City Cove
Memphis, TN
38133

Opening Hours

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