Why Do Shelters Euthanize Dogs? And What You Can Do About It in Memphis
If you have ever asked this question, you are not alone. It is one of the most searched animal welfare topics on the internet, and for good reason. Most people…
Why Pit Bulls Make Great Foster Dogs (And Why the Stigma Is Wrong)
If you spend any time at Memphis Animal Services, you will notice something pretty quickly: a lot of the dogs waiting for foster homes are pit bull type dogs. Blocky…
Fostering a Senior Dog: Why the Oldest Ones Need You Most
Everyone wants the puppy. The bouncy, bright-eyed, eight-week-old who practically sells themselves. They get the most applications, the fastest placements, and the longest social media comment threads full of heart…
How to Talk to Your Landlord About Fostering a Dog
"I would love to foster, but I rent." It is one of the most common things people say when fostering comes up. And it makes sense if your lease says…
Why “I Can’t Get Attached” Is the Wrong Reason Not to Foster
It is probably the most common thing people say when fostering comes up in conversation. "I would love to foster, but I know I would just get too attached." It…
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…
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…
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…
When a Foster Dog Needs End-of-Life Comfort
Every dog deserves dignity, comfort, and love, no matter how many chapters they have left. At We Foster Dogs, we believe that even when a forever home is not possible,…
Overcrowding in Shelters: What You Can Do to Help
Across the country, animal shelters are facing a crisis: overcrowding. Too many dogs are entering shelters, and not enough are leaving through adoption, foster care, or rescue. The result is…