Memphis Mayor AC Wharton says that things at MAS are swell and he has every confidence in shelter leadership. I'm sorry Mr. Mayor, but I just can't reconcile the daily images of needless killing at MAS with the words "every confidence". But I still believe in Memphis. I believe in the kind-hearted people of the … Continue reading I Want to Believe
Author: YesBiscuit
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Light a Candle for the Pets at MAS
This post is for anyone who would like to share a prayer, quote or some words of your own to express why you are lighting candle for the pets at Memphis Animal Services tonight. You may participate by lighting a candle at home and/or lighting a virtual candle here. So many people have been touched … Continue reading Light a Candle for the Pets at MAS
Follow-ups
Many of you have asked about the three dogs featured as Shelter Pets of the Day on May 23. I have been trying to get some definitive information but so far, no luck. I heard the 3 dogs had been pulled by local rescuers but I'm still hoping to get some details to share with … Continue reading Follow-ups
Shelter Pets of the Day
Submitted by Claire, who writes: They are litter mates. They were owner-surrenders, together, and I think in mid-April. The last week of April they started coughing-Marley, the brown one more than Joy, the black one. I volunteer at MAS and offered to foster up to 2 dogs if all the dogs with URI symptoms could … Continue reading Shelter Pets of the Day
A Tale of Two Pets
UPDATED: Dum Spiro Spero
It's the end of the work week and the beginning of a holiday weekend for some. If you will be around tomorrow evening, we are planning to light candles in honor of and in tribute to the pets at MAS, as suggested by reader Morgana. You can participate by either lighting a candle at home … Continue reading UPDATED: Dum Spiro Spero
Snapshots from MAS
If you are like me, you probably think you could not possibly get any sadder right now. Well, forget that. This dog breaks my heart. I just lit a candle for you, Mr. Best Goggie in the World. You are remembered. You are loved. Memphis, please - stop the killing.
Shelter Pet of the Day
Kason, submitted by Gerri. From his Petfinder page: They say Helen of Troy's face launched a thousand ships - but then they never saw Kason! Who could not fall in love with his soulful eyes?! Kason is a lovely purebred male Beagle that is patiently waiting for a forever home. Kason has a super happy … Continue reading Shelter Pet of the Day
Imagine if MAS had a Real Foster Program
If Memphis Animal Services had a true foster program, they could have residents from Shelby Co provide temporary care for orphaned puppies and kittens (among many other shelter pets) and ultimately MAS could adopt them out when the pets were ready. Foster programs save pets' lives and strengthen the shelter's relationship with the community. Many … Continue reading Imagine if MAS had a Real Foster Program
Matthew Pepper – Please Reply
Memphis Animal Services director Matthew Pepper no longer answers my e-mails. Could somebody ask him about these two screenshots? Maybe check with Mayor Wharton as well. Hell, ask anybody in Memphis you think might be able to provide an answer. How much longer do they think they can simply ignore, excuse, and cover up this kind … Continue reading Matthew Pepper – Please Reply
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