Animal lovers hopeful about proposed changes to city ordinances
Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby County staff member Jax Fane visits Tater Tot on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)
Amendments to animal welfare laws could include mandatory microchipping for pets, and modification to policies about dogs “running at large,” which animal welfare organizations see as key to stopping overpopulation and neglect.
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The Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County Memphis Animal Services Donna Fields Steve Mulroy Alexis Pugh Ellen Zahariadis Subscriber OnlyThank you for being a subscriber to The Daily Memphian. Your support is critical.
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Alicia Davidson
Alicia Davidson is a lifelong Memphis resident and graduate of The University of Memphis College of Journalism and Strategic Media. When not scribbling about the latest Memphis news, you will find her reading historical biographies, cooking Italian cuisine and practicing vinyasa yoga.
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