Every year, shelters are overwhelmed by incoming dogs, especially during prime puppy season. At Memphis Animal Services, thousands of dogs come through the doors needing care, comfort, and a chance…
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Read our foster blog posts below to learn more about fostering dogs in need. If you’re interested in fostering a dog at risk of euthanasia, please consider filling out a foster application at Memphis Animal Services. Fostering saves lives!
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How to Prepare Your Home for a Foster Dog
Bringing a foster dog into your home for the first time is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. With the right preparation, you can create a safe, calm space…
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How Fostering Changes the Shelter, Not Just the Dog
When people think about fostering, they usually picture the dog. A scared face behind a kennel door. A nervous wag on the ride home. A soft bed replacing a concrete…
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Why Do Shelters Euthanize Dogs? A Closer Look at Memphis Animal Services
Every day, Memphis Animal Services works to care for thousands of lost, surrendered, and stray dogs. But despite the compassion and dedication of staff, volunteers, and foster families, some dogs…
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How Sharing Your Life With a Dog Can Change Everything
Bringing a dog into your life is about much more than companionship. Dogs have a unique way of influencing our routines, our emotional health, and even how we connect with…
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Understanding Black Dog Syndrome and Why It Still Deserves Attention
Many people are surprised to learn that dogs with black coats often struggle to get adopted as quickly as lighter colored dogs. This idea is commonly known as Black Dog…
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Traveling With Your Dog: What to Bring and How to Prepare
Traveling with your dog can make any trip more special. Whether you are taking a short weekend getaway or a longer road trip, bringing your dog adds fun, comfort, and…
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Pet Care Basics for Foster Dogs: What Every New Foster Should Know
Fostering a dog is one of the most rewarding decisions you can make. You are giving a dog safety, stability, and love during a time when they need it most.…
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