The Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby County - Home Page

There are over 70,000 registered animals in Shelby County and likely a similar number that are not registered.

We are their voice.

We act for them.

We need your help.

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pet of the month

Lost & Found Pets in Memphis

Lost a pet?  Found one? We've set up a Lost & Found service so that the pets of Memphis and the surrounding areas have a place where they can help get re-united with their owners.

Training Cody

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HSMSC news

Reward Offered

for Beating, Stabbing and Spray Painting of Memphis Puppy. More

Memphis City Beautiful

Collect cans at school and help dogs and cats at the Humane Society. Learn more.

Dog Daze in Memphis

The Humane Society of Memphis& Shelby County is seeking artists with an interest in supporting a unique animal welfare, tourism and public art project. more...

Wines for Whiskers

Starting in February 08, Whiskers Wine & Spirits will donate 50 cents for purchases of selected wines. Feb 28, wine tasting. more...

Cans for Pets

Cans for Pets, our recycling program, is an opportunity to turn trash into funds for the Humane Society. New goals for 2008! more...

Training from Talk to the Paw

New classes will be starting at the end of the month. People can access registration information by going to talktothepaw-training.com.

Donations help animals

Weichert, Realtors -- Chapman and Associates, LLC, recently hosted a monthlong donation drive for the Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County at its location, 890 W. Poplar. more...

Young offenders feeling puppy love

Geoff Calkins of the Commercial Appeal covers how the Humane Society pet program opens doors to understanding. more...

New Facility at Shelby Farms

2007 is a big year in the history of the Humane Society. We've got a whole new home out in Shelby Farms thanks to generous donations from our loyal supporters and a new commitment of support from our local governments. more...