MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Representatives with the City of Memphis have confirmed that Ty Coleman, the sitting director of Memphis Animal Services (MAS), is on leave effective immediately. In recent weeks, the shelter has been under public scrutiny after one of the dogs being housed by MAS died from what they claimed to be a […]
Memphis Animal Services temporarily closes due to sickness concerns
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Due to concerns about spreading contagious pet illnesses CDV and CIRDC, Memphis Animal Services is closed to the public. If you are interested in meeting a pet, you can either send an adoption inquiry, email mas@memphistn.gov, or call 901-636-1416 to make arrangements. MAS’s phone lines and emails remain monitored. If you […]
Animal advocates seek prosecution for Snapchat kitten killers
LAFAYETTE CO., Miss. (WMC) – An animal advocacy group is taking action to make sure two North Mississippi men accused of killing cats and filming it on social media will be prosecuted to the highest level. Senior coordinator of In Defense of Animals, Doll Stanley, says she’s not done seeking justice for the kittens killed. Her […]