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Volunteer Spotlight: Mary Lou Spellmeyer

December 11, 2024
Mary Lou Spellmeyer had been away from the St. Louis area for 20 years and felt disconnected upon moving back. She played tennis and went to lunch with old friends...
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Celebrating the Holidays with Pets: Fun and Safe Ways to Include Them

December 1, 2024
The holiday season is a wonderful time to create lasting memories, and involving our furry companions can make it even more special. Whether you share your home with a playful...
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Six Additional Horses from Substandard Private Barn in Hazelwood

November 21, 2024
 On Nov. 20, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force (ACT) carried out an emergency rescue of additional six horses from a private barn in Hazelwood, Missouri....
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Animal Cruelty Task Force Rescues 15 Dogs from Starvation in Another Polk County Case

November 19, 2024
 This morning, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force (ACT) rescued 15 dogs from a property in Polk County, Missouri. The dogs, which are medium and large...
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Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Pets

November 13, 2024
Thanksgiving is a time for families and friends to gather around delicious food and express gratitude for the blessings in life. Pet owners may want to include their furry friends...
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Animal Cruelty Task Force Rescues 27 Dogs, Some on the Brink of Starvation

November 11, 2024
This rescue resulted from a warrant obtained in cooperation with the Polk County Sheriff after the Task Force visited the property four times over the past 60 days. On Nov....
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Barn Buddies Make Perfect Holiday Gifts!

November 8, 2024
Have you ever wanted a horse or farm animal of your very own, but one wouldn’t fit in your living room? Sponsor a Barn Buddy from the Humane Society of Missouri’s...
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Volunteer Spotlight: Deb Apted

November 7, 2024
Two decades ago, Deb Apted’s husband Dan took her out for a birthday dinner. He handed her a gift in a cute little box that looked like it might contain...
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Welcome, Baby Alpacacino!

October 29, 2024
On Sept. 30, HSMO’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch took in two adult female alpacas from Southeast Llama Rescue. They were in for a big surprise when one of the alpacas gave...
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Animal Cruelty Task Force Rescues 9 Horses from Substandard Private Barn in Hazelwood

October 18, 2024
On Oct. 17, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force (ACT) carried out an emergency rescue of 9 horses from a private barn in Hazelwood, Missouri. The horses...