In Memphis, countless dogs are waiting for a second chance. At Memphis Animal Services (MAS), space is limited, and every kennel matters. That’s where foster homes come in. By fostering a dog through MAS, you’re directly helping save lives—and it’s easier than you might think.
Why Foster with Memphis Animal Services?
When you foster through MAS, you’re giving a shelter dog a much-needed break from the stress of kennel life. Whether it’s a playful puppy, a nursing mom, or a shy adult dog, your home becomes their safe haven while they wait for adoption.
Even short-term fostering helps reduce overcrowding and gives MAS more flexibility to help incoming animals. Every foster home opens a kennel for another dog in need.
What MAS Provides
When you foster through MAS, you’re never on your own. They’ll provide:
- All food and supplies
- Medical care, including vet visits and medications
- Support from the MAS foster team
- Help promoting your foster dog for adoption
All you need to provide is a safe space and plenty of love.
What Types of Dogs Need Fosters?
MAS is always looking for fosters for:
- Puppies and nursing moms
- Dogs recovering from illness or injury
- Adult dogs in need of socialization or stress relief
- Dogs in the Foster Field Trip program (take a dog out for a day!)
Whether you can foster for a few days or a few months, MAS will work to match you with a dog that fits your situation.
How to Get Started
Becoming a foster with MAS is simple:
- Fill out the short application at https://memphisanimalservices.com/how-to-help/i-want-to-foster/
- Attend a quick orientation session
- Get matched with your first foster dog!
The MAS team will be with you every step of the way.
Why It Matters
Every time you foster, you’re not just helping one dog, you’re helping two. Your foster dog gets a break from the shelter, and the space you open up gives another dog a chance to be saved.
In Memphis, fostering truly saves lives.
Ready to help?
Visit Memphis Animal Services today to learn more and fill out your foster application.
Because sometimes, all it takes to save a life… is a little space in your home.
