Celebrating the Holidays with Pets: Fun and Safe Ways to Include Them
December 1, 2025
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...
Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Pets
November 20, 2025
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...
Keeping Pets Safe on Halloween
October 1, 2025
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...
Training Tips with Your Dog: Bringing Out the Best in Your Pup
September 15, 2025
Kim Hyde is the behavior manager at the Humane Society of Missouri, facing a unique challenge every day: helping dozens of dogs develop the behavioral skills they need to thrive...
17 Toxic Plants to Watch Out For
April 23, 2025
Did you know that many common household and garden plants can be highly toxic to pets? Even small amounts can cause serious health issues, especially in cats and dogs. The...
What To Do If Your Pet Is Bitten By A Venomous Snake
March 20, 2025
As spring arrives in Missouri, so do our native snakes emerging from hibernation. While most snakes are harmless, Missouri is home to several venomous species. They all belong to the pit...
Helping Pets Adjust to Back-to-School Schedules
August 16, 2024
It’s back-to-school season! This time of year brings a change in environment to many households, as kids clear out for the majority of the day and pets are left to...
70° and Over, Don’t Take Rover!
July 29, 2024
With the temperatures steadily rising, it’s important for pet owners to remember the Humane Society of Missouri’s life-saving motto: 70 & Over, Don’t Take Rover! HSMO shares the following tips...
Pets and Cicadas: What You Need To Know
May 13, 2024
As billions of cicadas begin to emerge across the U.S., Dr. Jennifer Pearl, chief medical officer at HSMO’s Animal Medical Center of Mid-America, shares tips and advice to help keep...















