Memphis Humane Society

2238 Central Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38104

Dogs & Cats

About this shelter

Memphis Humane Society in Memphis, TN

Memphis Humane Society is located in Memphis, Tennessee, within Shelby County, roughly 4 miles northwest of downtown Memphis, and is one of 18 animal shelters and rescues serving Shelby County. As a humane society, it works to find loving homes for dogs and other animals through adoption, while also operating a low-cost community vet clinic that offers affordable vaccines and spay/neuter surgeries to Shelby County residents receiving government assistance. This clinic effort began during the COVID-19 pandemic in response to community need and continues today thanks to donor support, with the broader goal of preventing pet overpopulation and reducing animal abuse, neglect, and abandonment in the Memphis area. The organization also supports the community through volunteer and foster programs, humane education, and resources for lost and found pets.

Before you go

Adopting from Memphis Humane Society

Adoption process

Applicants must complete an adoption application and screening process (including landlord approval if renting and compatibility checks with children/other pets), show a valid ID, and visit the location in person to be considered; adoption fees vary by animal type and cover spay/neuter, vaccinations, deworming, microchipping, and testing.

Service area: Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee
County: Shelby County
Animals served: Dogs & Cats