Open Paws Pet Rescue

Bringing Pets and People Together in Love!

We are a group located throughout the Mid-South area who is dedicated to rescuing homeless dogs from neglected, helpless situations. We have rescued a few felines, bunnies and reptiles as well. We are NOT able to accept owner surrenders or animals from individuals.* Since we do not have a public facility, "foster parents" bring these animals into their homes where they are lovingly cared for, rehabilitated, socialized and carefully placed with compatible people who are willing to be their lifelong friend.

*If you are looking for assistance with placing your rescued animal or pet, please submit a "need to re-home" form along with a picture of your pet, and we will attempt to help you place your animal.

Open Paws Pet Rescue is a non-profit, no-kill, all-volunteer group and all of our expenses for the basic care, medical attention, food, etc. for our rescues are paid for directly by the members of Open Paws and those of you who generously donate to help these precious animals.

Are you looking for a pair of paws to adopt - or are you just curious? Feel free to sniff around!

Be sure to visit often for new rescues!

Open Paws' Adoption Process:

Submit an application or pet request form. Each application is reviewed by a member of Open Paws. If more than one application is received for one animal, the most compatible applicant will be chosen.

Upon approval of your application or notice of a compatible match, contact will be made by an Open Paws' member to set up a convenient time to introduce your family to the pet.

If the pet is adopted, Open Paws allows a two week trial period during which the adopter may decide if that pet is a good fit for his or her household.

If for ANY reason the adoption does not work out, the adopter must immediately contact Open Paws!

All paws available for adoption are:

Up To Date on Shots
On Heartworm Prevention
Spayed/Neutered
Ready to be Loved and Cherished!

NOTE: Puppies and kittens too young for spaying/neutering require a refundable deposit in conjunction with a sterilization agreement.

Adoption Days!

Open Paws Pet Rescue hosts Adoption Days so you can come and meet our wonderful rescues. Everyone interested in adopting can complete and submit our Online Form for approval and assistance in helping us choose which set of paws is just right for you! So if you live in the Memphis area, please contact us for specific dates and times. We look forward to seeing you there!

No events scheduled at this time!

Interested in having us host an adoption day at your location, please e-mail us at: Open Paws Pet Rescue

Foster Homes Needed!!

When a person opens their heart and home, allowing a pet to enter for a short period of time until the animal finds their way to their forever home, that person has 'open paws'! If you can't adopt a forever pet, perhaps you could find a place in your heart and home for a little fosterling? If this is something you are able and willing to do, please contact us via the e-mail link at the bottom of this or any page! Thank you!!

Open Paws = Paws Saved!

RESCUE ME!

Rescue me ... not only with your hands
But with your heart,
I will respond to you.

Rescue me ... not out of pity
But out of love,
I will love you back.

Rescue me ... not with self-righteousness
But with compassion,
I will learn what you teach.

Rescue me ... not because of my past
But because of my future,
I will relax and enjoy.

Rescue me ... not simply to save me
But to give me a new life,
I will appreciate your gift.

Rescue me ... not only with a firm hand
But with tolerance and patience,
I will please you.

Rescue me ... not only because of who I am
But who I'm to become,
I will grow and mature.

Rescue me ... not to revere yourself to others
But because you want me,
I will never let you down.

Rescue me ... not with a hidden agenda
But with a desire to teach me to trust,
I will be loyal and true.

Rescue me ... not to be chained or to fight
But to be your companion,
I will stand by your side.

Rescue me ... not to replace one you've lost
But to soothe your spirit,
I will cherish you.

Rescue me ... not to be your pet
But to be your friend,
I will give you unconditional love.

Please ...

Rescue Me!

Author Terri Onorato - used with permission

In Memory of Slippers

In Memory of Luckee

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NEED TO RE-HOME YOUR PET?

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to Adopt a Friend?
Please feel free to e-mail us at: Open Paws Pet Rescue