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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 Rosie's adoption status with email updates.
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Rosie

Labrador Retriever/Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
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 4 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 RAWNR's adoption status with email updates.
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RAWNR

Bombay

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

Ocicat

Female, 7 mos
Memphis, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Maddie's adoption status with email updates.
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Maddie

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Germantown, TN
We'll also keep you updated on Cindy's adoption status with email updates.
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Cindy

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Helena, AR
We'll also keep you updated on Commander's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Commander

Mixed Breed (Large)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young
Memphis, TN

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