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Animal Shelters & Rescues in Memphis, TN

8 of the 42 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we list in Memphis are shelter and rescue services.

Organizations vary between open-admission municipal facilities and private, foster-based rescues that do not operate a public viewing kennel. Choosing where to adopt depends on whether you want to walk through on-site kennels or submit an application online before meeting dogs in private homes. Adoption fees, home visit requirements, and hold periods for stray animals differ significantly across locations.

  1. Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby

    935 Farm Rd, Memphis, TN 38134-7994

    Sun 1pm-5pm

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  2. Mewtopia Cat Rescue

    1010 S Yates Rd, Memphis, TN 38119-3708

    Tue 3-5pm, Thu 12-2pm, Sat 12-3pm

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  3. Memphis Animal Services

    2350 Appling City Cv, Memphis, TN 38133-4735

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  4. House of Mews

    933 S Cooper St, Memphis, TN 38104-5606

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  5. Unity For Animals

    1774 Dellwood Ave, Memphis, TN 38127

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  6. Memphis Animal Shelter Office

    3456 Tchulahoma Rd, Memphis, TN 38118-2710

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  7. Memphis Pets Alive

    5883 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119-3949

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  8. Sunny Meadows Safe Haven-pets

    4066 New Getwell Rd, Memphis, TN 38118-6017

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Check visitor policies early. Municipal facilities usually allow walk-in visits during public hours, but private rescues often require an approved application before scheduling a meet-and-greet.

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What is the difference between an animal shelter and a rescue organization?

Shelters typically operate a physical facility that houses stray or surrendered animals directly on site. Rescue organizations are often run by volunteers using network foster homes, meaning animals live in private residences until adoption.

How much does it typically cost to adopt a dog?

Adoption fees typically range from $50 to $350 depending on the organization and the age of the dog. Puppies usually carry higher fees, while standard fees generally include spay or neuter surgery, initial vaccinations, and a microchip.

Can I bring my current dog to meet a potential rescue dog?

Most organizations require or strongly encourage a controlled meet-and-greet between your existing dog and the rescue dog before finalizing an adoption. Staff or foster parents usually facilitate this interaction on neutral ground at the facility or a local park.