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Volunteer Spotlight: Ann Coleman

February 6, 2025
Ann Coleman had always wanted to help shelter dogs, and after adopting from HSMO in 2002, she put that passion into action by volunteering as a dog walker. Today, Ann can...
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75 Animals Rescued on HSMO’s 4th Annual Day of Giving

February 4, 2025
The Humane Society of Missouri is receiving 50 dogs from two separate rescues on Tuesday, February 4, including 40 through the National Mill Dog Rescue. The dogs will arrive in...
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Three HSMO Pups Featured in this Year’s Puppy Bowl!

January 14, 2025
  We are so excited to announce that three HSMO pups are participating in this year’s Puppy Bowl on Animal Planet! Astro was surrendered to our Macklind Avenue shelter in July at...
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Volunteer Spotlight: Sharon Arthur

January 7, 2025
Sharon Arthur had enjoyed a long career in the buying offices of Macy’s when the announcement was made that the offices were moving to New York. She decided that instead...
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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....