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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...
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Thank you, corporate volunteers!

October 11, 2024
This year has been an exceptional one for HSMO’s volunteers, and we’d specifically like to shout-out our volunteer groups from St. Louis-area businesses! From small offices to large companies, your...
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Adoption Fees Waived for All Adult Dogs Over 35 lbs in October

October 4, 2024
The Humane Society of Missouri is waiving the adoption fees on their adult large dogs in October, in celebration of National Adopt a Shelter Pet Month. “We have so many...
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Volunteer Spotlight: Polly Ruf

October 1, 2024
Nearly 13 years ago, Polly Ruf was looking for a hands-on way to make a difference in the lives of animals in need. She had been volunteering as a docent...
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Keeping Pets Safe on Halloween

September 30, 2024
Halloween is scary enough without having to worry about the safety and wellness of your pet. The Humane Society of Missouri wants you and your pets to have an exciting...
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HSMO’s Animal Cruelty Task Force Rescues 36 Chihuahuas from Franklin County Hoarder

September 5, 2024
 Acting on a request from a concerned citizen, HSMO’s Animal Cruelty Task Force (ACT) – one of the nation’s largest animal-rescue and disaster-response teams – conducted a rescue of...
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Volunteer Spotlight: Darren Meyer

September 5, 2024
Two years ago, Darren Meyer was driving down Macklind Avenue when people walking dogs caught his eye. He had always loved dogs but didn’t have pets at home, so he...