Best Friends Animal Society

Individuals & organizations working together to end pet overpopulation through education, spay/neuter, adoption and to ensure the humane treatment of all animals in West Tennessee.

Everyone is welcome! You don't have to live in West Tennessee to be involved! More>
Looking for an older story? Check out the news archives
3rd Annual WTAC Memphis in May Triathlon Coming in May!

3rd Annual WTAC Memphis in May Triathlon Coming in May!

Please help us save lives....we need everyone involved.

New Parvo Virus Discovered

Affects Adult Dogs Too

Be a Part of The Animal World and Memphis Animal Services Pet Adoption Event Saturday, Feb 2!

Saturday, February 2 from 11a-3p

Another Typical Stray Dog in Rural West Tennessee

BEAR, The Friendly Stray – A Success Story!

Fostering Tennessee Animals

Pass it on – it’s a pleasure, a blessing and a joy

2nd Annual Pearls for Paws 2007

Presented by West Tennessee Animal Rescue, Inc. – Saturday, August 18th – All proceeds go to the Spay/Neuter Program for West Tennessee

3rd Annual Tennessee Week for the Animals to be kicked off by Emmy Lou Harris!

Organizations across Tennessee will be holding special events honoring animals September 22-30, 2007

Summer Meeting of the West TN Animal Coalition

People interested in improving animal welfare in West Tennessee are getting together to share ideas Sunday, August 12th, 2007.

Ornamental Horticulture Walking Tour at the UT Extension Service in Jackson, TN

All proceeds will go to Loving Paws, a pet shelter in nearby Chester County

Animals at Jackson-Madison County Humane Society Get New Shelter

City Council approves $50,000 grant - with conditions

Woman surrenders 27 pets

There's a fine line between animal cruelty and someone with a loving heart who hoards animals and can't take care of them

Perfect Rescue Phone Message

This has gone around the Internet and we think it’s RIGHT ON!!!

Trot for Spot and Canine Carnival in Memphis on Sunday April 29

Sunday April 29 at Noon-5 pm

West Tennessee Animal Coalition - Memphis In May Triathlon Fundraiser

We are raising funds for a vehicle to transport animals to low cost or free spay neuter programs in the West Tennessee region.

West Tennessee Animal Alliance presents Pet Adoption 2007!

Join the WTAA and over 15 local Rescue Groups to place a pet in a loving home and for a day full of fun activities, Saturday, March 24 at the Millington Civic Center.

Memphis-Shelby County Humane Society Moves to Shelby Farms

About 100 homeless dogs moved into the Humane Society's new $5.6 million facility in Shelby Farms Saturday afternoon.

WTAC focuses on fund-raising, spay/neuter programs

The West Tennessee Animal Coalition has taken on the enormous mission of facilitating the efforts of animal welfare groups in 26 counties.

Jackson, TN animal shelter at risk of closing

Humane Society needs more money to keep its no-kill facility from closing

Goals and Planning Meeting December 10, 2006

Members of the West TN Animal Coalition work together to set goals and make project plans in Jackson, TN.

Sam: A Neighborhood Treasure

A West Tennessee dog has so much love to give, he needs an entire neighborhood to share it all – he knows he can go to any door and he’ll be let in.

West TN Animal Coalition Annual Meeting: Sunday, September 10th, 2006

Animal advocates work together, sharing experience, ideas & energy to create solutions to overpopulation and humane animal care.

West Tennessee! Become Involved in the 2nd Annual Tennessee Week for the Animals

September 23rd through October 1st, 2006 – there are many ways for you, your business and/or your organization to be involved to help Tennessee’s animals and to bring awareness to how much they mean to us all.

ALL SAVED!!! Savannah/Hardin County Animal Shelter must have ALL animals out by June 29th

Rescues and caring folks from Hardin County banded together and all the animals remaining at the shelter were adopted or relocated - NONE will be euthanized!!!

Animal Cruelty Investigators Find Dozens Of Neglected Dogs

A neighbor says, at last count there were 19 dogs, but since two have had puppies, she’s just not sure.

Boys to perform community service after mutilating puppy in Shelby County, TN

A Juvenile Court referee on June 12, 2006 ordered two boys who cut off a puppy's ears to perform 200 hours of community service.

UPDATE 12-14-06: McNairy County Puppy Farm-CONVICTION

UPDATE:

West TN pet lovers learn the extra steps to care for their pets in an emergency

The Memphis area Red Cross chapter conducts pet first-aid classes about once a month around Greater Memphis, for audiences ranging from show dog owners to hunters to ordinary pet lovers.

Amazing Triathletes Cheer for "Doggie Power!"

Inspired by the fantastic support for a mobile spay/neuter clinic for West Tennessee, triathletes partner with animal organizations and the West Tennessee Animal Coalition to raise funds by participating in the Memphis in May Triathlon.

Triathletes Swim, Bike & Run to Spay/Neuter West Tennessee!

On May 21st, triathletes and relay team athletes will run, swim and bike in the annual Memphis in May Triathlon event – who are they?

Pit Bull Fighting in Henderson County, TN UPDATE 08-29-06

Animal Cruelty Case Held Over To The Grand Jury.

May, 2006 Quote of the Month

For the animal shall not be measured by man.

Gallatin, TN City Court Orders Gracie May Back Out To Pasture


Hardin Co. college student & animal lover trains for triathlon to raise funds for S/N West Tennessee

Hardin County resident, Casey Bonawitz, is now in training.

April Pet of the Month: “Scooby”

A solid, stocky snuggle-buddy who reserves his love For Adults Only!

APRIL, 2006 Quote of the Month

Know what's weird? Day by day, nothing seems to change. But pretty soon, everything's different.

Help Your County Spay & Neuter West Tennessee

Last Call for the Triathlon Fundraiser!!!

Pet of the Month: WILLOW

Willow is available for adoption from Loving Paws Rescue in Chester County, Tennessee

Decreasing the Distance Dilemma

Easy & Ongoing Ways to Help Fund the Coalition

Recycle your newspapers to help the animals

One easy way is to take your old newspapers to Memphis Animal Services. The shelter lines its puppy and kitten cages with old newspapers.

Tipton County Animal Shelter needs to place their animals by March 7th!

Tipton shelter needs to do a thorough deep clean and disinfecting of their facility which means they need most of the animals out of the building by Tuesday the 7th of March.

March, 2006 Quote of the Month

We must remember that one determined person can make a significant difference, and that a small group of determined people can change the course of history.

West Tennessee Animal Advocates Unite

It was Standing Room Only as animal advocates from all over Tennessee discussed working together with respect and kindness towards common goals.

February, 2006 Quote of the Month

You must be the change you want to see in the world.

West TN Animal Coalition Meeting Saturday, January 28th

Advocates for animals are coming together to unite their efforts to improve animal welfare in West Tennessee.

Tipton Shelter Rescue Dog: the latest weapon in Millington’s fight against illegal drugs

Choco, an approximately 2-year-old chocolate Labrador retriever, will begin work soon in the Millington Police Department's new drug interdiction efforts along Highway 51.

Henderson County HS Needs Foster Homes!

The Henderson County Humane Society receives yet another call that a dog has been abandoned.

*ADOPTED* - Meet 'Brooke' our Featured Pet! *ADOPTED*

"Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog."

Happy New Year! January-2006 Quote of the Month

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world, indeed its the only thing that ever has.

Diamond Pet Food Recall UPDATE – 01/01/06: After dog deaths, S.C. Ag Dept. will test pet food for sale


UPDATE 12-31-05 - McNairy Co. Tennessee Shelter closes Jan. 1 - All Animals Have Been Relocated!


Diamond Pet Food Product Recall UPDATE 12/23/05

Cornell animal hospital is caring for dogs poisoned by contaminated commercial food that has killed several pets.

UPDATE: Puppies Killed With Hammer - Meigs County, Tennessee

***07/28/06 UPDATE: Man indicted on animal cruelty charges

Illinois Elephant Herd Moves to Tennessee - UPDATE 12/22/05


Tennessee Animal Cruelty Case Apparently Involves Domestic Violence

Update:

Mid South Therapy Dogs...Bringing Joy To So Many


The NHM Documentary film soon to screen in various cities across the nation


Loving family, abused dog find each other

Pit bull terriers get a bad rap, and some deserve it. But not Walter.

Animal Protection Association Spay/Neuter Clinic Now Open!

Animal Protection Association Spay/Neuter Clinic Now Open!!!

Horse and pony killed in Henderson County, Tennessee

UPDATE 10/30/06 - Next court appearance will be December 12th, 2006.

Feral Cats Receive Love

With holiday season upon us, it is time to take a break from our busy schedules and spend time with loved ones.

Rescued Golden Retriever is New Resident of Retirement Community

It has been proven that people are healthier when they have a pet to love and to love them.

Prepare Your Horses For Winter

As the weather turns cold, many horses are ridden less and less.

More Bunnies in Memphis!

Persephone has given birth to a second litter, adding seven more bunny babies to Memphis.

ADOPTED * Adopt a Tennessee Angel - Update: Still Available for Adoption as of 01/01/06 * ADOPTED!!!

Angel was rescued after being abandoned on a cable cutting through her neck.

Tennessee Residents! Be Sure You’ve Got Animal Friendly License Plates

Tennessee Expands Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Program

Spay and Neuter – It’s an Investment

We have gates across our driveway to keep all of our dogs from running into the street.

Hyperdog Saves Lives

A happy, smiling, young black Labrador retriever mix boy ran up to meet the people who were loading bales of straw in the McKenzie, TN field he had been calling home.

Working Together for the Animals in West Tennessee

The West Tennessee Animal Coalition is a quest to unite organizations and individuals working for the welfare of animals in West Tennessee.
Looking for an older story? Check out the news archives
Welcome to the Best Friends Network!
Join the Best Friends Network today!
It’s the best place online to connect with other animal people, have fun, and help save lives in your community and all over the world. Learn More About the Best Friends Network or Join Now.
Member Log In  
Username or Email:  
Password:
 
 
   
Featured Member
aaronkyle
I am an animal , and nature lover....

Join a Community
Boston
Boston's place on the Best Friends Network
Join a Campaign
First Home Forever Home
A place to learn, commit, and act on behalf of pets and their need for a loving, forever home.

Truth about the Pet Trade

A coalition of kindness to animals caught in the pet trade.