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Good Samaritans for Animals

Animal rescue in Memphis, TN

Our Mission is to promote healthy relationships between people and their pets. We strive to prevent animal abuse, neglect, and abandonment by promoting and providing love and support to the welfare of all animals in need. We are a non-profit ecumenical Franciscan ministry devoted to the love, care, and welfare of all God's creatures.

Contact —
Email revsofmathew@earthlink.net
Phone (901) 396-5926
Website
Address
Memphis, TN 38116
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Adoptable pets at Good Samaritans for Animals

We'll also keep you updated on Lucy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucy

Puggle/Beagle

Female, 3 yrs
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Ruby's adoption status with email updates.
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Ruby

Labrador Retriever/Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Julie's adoption status with email updates.
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Julie

Border Collie/Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Memphis, TN
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Rescue FAQs

We are not just another rescue group but an ecumenical Franciscan ministry devoted to following the example of St. Francis of Assisi in being good Samaritans to all animals in need.
We serve the greater metro area of Memphis, TN.
Primarily Shelby and Tipton Counties of Tennessee

Additional adoption info

Our adoption process begins with the completion of a pre-adoption form. The adoption is completed upon a signed adoption covenant and the receipt of an adoption donation that is based upon the expenses incurred in caring for the animal. The base donation is $50/cat and $150/dog.

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We'll also keep you updated on Dori's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Dori

Kai Dog

Female, 4 yrs
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Gadget's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Gadget

Kai Dog

Male, 7 mos
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Sambrina's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Sambrina

Kai Dog

Female, 2 yrs
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Sarafina's adoption status with email updates.
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Sarafina

Labrador Retriever

Female, 5 yrs 11 mos
Rossville, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Bosley's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Bosley

Siamese

Male, Kitten
West Memphis, AR
We'll also keep you updated on Bonnie's adoption status with email updates.
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Bonnie

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Memphis, TN

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