This little one made her own fun yesterday at MAS.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

A number of people have shared responses they've received from shelter advisory board member Cindy Sanders (I got one myself) and many of us recall city councilwoman Janis Fullilove's infamous "So what?" reply.  I'm interested in hearing if anyone has received any additional responses. A reader sent me the following reply she received from the … Continue reading Did you receive any replies to your e-mails about MAS?