We are a privately run, 501(C)(3) Non-Profit Animal Shelter in Kirksville, Missouri. We are working to promote animal welfare through community awareness and responsible pet adoptions. We educate and promote spaying and neutering for all pets and provide financial assistance with our Prevent A Litter (PAL) Program. We help to place and care for our 2500 animals a year. Our goal is to provide homeless and unwanted pets with a safe environment, while trying to find them forever homes. We encourage potential pet owners to never buy from breeders or pet stores while so many homeless or unwanted animals sit in shelters, waiting for homes.
HOURS
Monday thru Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturdays
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sundays & Holidays
CLOSED
See our available pets here - Petfinder.com
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - ASPCA
Prevent a Litter Blog
Visit us on Facebook!
Nita Jeffries – President
Joe Gander – Vice President
Bridget Thomas – Secretary
Jackie Eaton – Director & Treasurer
Lonnie Burns
Kim Smith
Chris Ashford
Linda Hudnell
Dogs (over 6 months of age) - $75.00 and up, includes sterilization
Puppies - $25.00 and up, with a sterilization deposit* of $40.00
Cats (over 6 months of age) - $60.00 and up, includes sterilization
Kittens - $20.00 and up, with a sterilization deposit* of $40.00
Purebreed - $100.00 and up
* You must have an application on file for adoption. You can email the manager to get a copy by clicking here.
**Deposits are refunded when verification of spay or neuter has been returned to the shelter.
Dry Dog Food
Blankets/Rugs
Towels/Rags
Bleach (Clorox)
Laundry Detergent
Clay Kitty Litter
Antibacterial Dish Detergent
Toys for Aggressive Chewers
Rope Toys for Puppies
Collars/Leashes
Treats
Soft/Moist Puppy/Cat Food
Flea/Tick Preventative
Shampoo
Garbage Bags
Anti-Bacterial Ointment
Paper Towels
Socks (We tie them up for chew toys!)
We are very fortunate to have many volunteers that come to the shelter to help with everything from cleaning cages to walking dogs. We have many unsocialized dogs and cats that are able to find homes due to the volunteers that spend time with them.
If you are interested in volunteering, please call (660) 665.8038 for our next scheduled orientation. All volunteers need to be 18 years of age.
If anyone is interested in helping with transporting any of our pets to Rescue Groups, please contact us at (660) 665.8038.
Thank you!
Special Thanks to the Following Community Members:
Feeds and Needs in Downing
Home Depot
Tractor Supply Company
Lacy at Pawsitive Animalworks
Kirksville Feed and More
Lynne Oliver
Rescue Groups and transporters
The dogs and cats have appreciated all of the extra attention and love. We are so fortunate to have so many great volunteers that so selflessly give their time and heart to help the animals at the shelter.
These hard economic times have hit everyone, including our areas homeless pets. Many families are making the difficult decision to find their beloved pet a new home because they have lost their jobs or homes. Everyone is familiar with these stories. They are common from coast to coast. What makes this story different? Here in the Heartland, our community has come together and made it their mission to help these pets. We have had schools, organizations, groups and individuals step forward to help in any way they can. Many are conducting collection drives, fundraisers, and spreading awareness about spaying and neutering pets. The response from the community has been overwhelming. Thank you to our wonderful community members that are so caring and thoughtful.
22376 State Highway 6, Kirksville, MO 63501 - (660) 665-8038 - adairhumanesociety_yahoo.com
