In 2010, pets found dead in their cages at MAS increased by 40% over 2009. And in 2009, police and the ASPCA said the shelter was starving dogs to death. Died in cage, 2009: 255 Died in cage, 2010: 357 Now keep in mind of course that the webcam photos are only "snapshots in time" … Continue reading MAS Stats and Shots
Month: April 2011
Memphis Animal Services: Kind of a Drag
New and improved MAS: If they won't walk on a leash, carry them. Kinda. Take Action in Support of Pets in Memphis
Open Thread
It's been a long week and you irresponsible public rascals have helped save two pet families from the shelter in Memphis. Now it's time for chit-chat.
Shelter Pets of the Day
Memphis Animal Services 3456 Tchulahoma Road Memphis, TN 38118 Phone: (901) 362-5310 TTY: (901) 576-6501 When calling the shelter regarding this family, ask for Tracy Dunlap. Mama dog's ID # is A224773, kennel # 526. This shelter's kill rate is 77%.
How Are Pets Killed at MAS?
This is a copy of the e-mail I sent to shelter director Matthew Pepper earlier today: While listening to Mr. Cox speak at the meeting last night, I noticed he said he had saved some of his pets from being killed at the shelter. He referred to them as being tied to the wall in … Continue reading How Are Pets Killed at MAS?
MAS Advisory Board Meeting Last Night
Note: I'll be adding to this post if new information comes in during the day. Several dozen animal advocates attended the Memphis Animal Services advisory board public meeting last night to speak up for the homeless pets of Memphis. From a local TV news report: [Shelter director Matthew] Pepper said 127 animals were affected in … Continue reading MAS Advisory Board Meeting Last Night
Shelter Pet of the Day
Info from the FB posting for this dog: My name is BEVERLEY. My Animal ID # is A893048. I am a female br brindle and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years old. I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 04/06/2011 from NY 10040, owner surrender reason stated … Continue reading Shelter Pet of the Day
Welcome Home Charlotte and MAS Meeting Tonight
This cat, now named Charlotte, was rescued from Memphis Animal Services by Meows and Bow Wows. There is a donation link to Paypal on their Petfinder page as well as a snail mail address if you prefer to mail a check. You can specify if you would like your donation to be used only for … Continue reading Welcome Home Charlotte and MAS Meeting Tonight
Shelter Pets of the Day
Submitted by reader Morgana, these two were surrendered by their owner to the Rutherford Co Animal Shelter in NC in February. Rescuers had them treated for heartworm and they are currently in boarding. These two seniors need to be adopted together as they are bonded. Transport can be arranged. The contact person is Diane Cartwright: … Continue reading Shelter Pets of the Day
Update on Memphis Shelter Kitty
I thought everyone would like to know that the poor cat who was repeatedly jabbed by a worker at MAS on Sunday is now safe. As it turns out, she was full term with a litter of kittens at the time the abuse took place. She has since given birth to 4 kittens and been … Continue reading Update on Memphis Shelter Kitty
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