The Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby County has worked in the Memphis community since 1933 to give injured and abused dogs and cats a second chance at life. We provide a safe place to recover, nutritious food and outstanding veterinary care for an average of 100+ animals at a time. Our staff and volunteers provide training, affection, and socialization to the animals in our care to help them be adopted successfully into new and loving homes. Our funding comes exclusively from private donations.
To set up an appointment, you must first fill out an adoption application. Once you have filled out an application, you will receive an automated response verifying we received your application. If you do not receive an email verifying your application submission, please fill out the form again. Once you have submitted an application, one of our adoption counselors will reach out to you to review your application, and if approved, to set up an appointment. If you have any questions you can reach a counselor at the front desk by emailing [email protected] or by calling 901-937-3900. Thank you! At the Humane Society, we recognize that pets, like people, are individuals with unique needs and personalities. We have designed an adoption process that strives to make sure each owner and pet we match enjoy a long and rewarding relationship. If you are considering adopting, you will be required to complete an adoption application and undergo a screening process. This determines that the pet is a good match for you, your home and your lifestyle. We also discuss the details of your situation with you in depth. For example, if you rent, we would need to know that your landlord approves of pet ownership. If you have children and pets in your family, we’ll make sure the adopted pet is compatible.