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Memphis Code of Ordinances § 8-5-14
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Sec. 8-5-14. - Adoption of animals. Once an animal becomes the property of Memphis Animal Services by any method described in this chapter, the animal may be adopted in accordance with current adoption policies as enacted by the director of animal services, and upon payment of an adoption fee, licensing fee and fees for any other service supplied by Memphis Animal Services in connection with such animal. Each unaltered dog and/or cat will be sterilized by the shelter veterinarian prior to leaving the shelter, unless it is determined by the director of animal services that the pet should not be altered. Any individual taking an unaltered dog or cat from the shelter must comply with applicable ordinances and policies relating to unsterilized animals. If it is determined that a former owner of an animal is applying for adoption, such former owner may only regain ownership or possession by payment of redemption fees set forth in the current fee schedule as defined in this chapter. (Ord. No. 5843, § 1, 7-11-2023)
Source: City of Memphis, Code of Ordinances and Charter and Related Laws (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/tn/memphis/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT8AN_CH8-5MEANSE_S8-5-14ADANFetched: 10/28/2026

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