Shep's Place Senior Dog Sanctuary

Shep's Place Senior Dog Sanctuary At Shep's Place, we find old dogs who have gone unadopted in KC shelters, and give them a home.
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Shep's Place is a home for abandoned senior dogs from the KC area, who have gone unadopted in shelters or rescues. We are a 501c3 charitable organization staffed entirely by volunteers. Our facility is a refurbished house in Independence, MO, where the dogs roam freely.

* Rocco Rolls *Our handsome old man, Rocco, has found his forever home! At 20, he is the oldest resident we’ve ever had...
11/28/2025

* Rocco Rolls *

Our handsome old man, Rocco, has found his forever home! At 20, he is the oldest resident we’ve ever had, but he’s still an active, happy boy. In addition to a new mom, he now has a 17-year-old papillon “baby brother”, Marley. They’re both blind, so they should see eye-to-eye. We’re so happy for you, Rocco!

Happy Thanksgiving! Today (and every day) we are grateful for all our supporters, donors, volunteers, and employees! ...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!

Today (and every day) we are grateful for all our supporters, donors, volunteers, and employees! We could not do it without you. Thank you for your continued support and generosity helping give senior dogs a chance to live out their golden years in a home like setting! We ❤️ you all!

For ways to continue helping senior dogs, use the link below for everything from our Capital Campaign, direct donation, to our wishlists and more. We would also love to have your support on Giving Tuesday December 2, 2025! We will be posting that Fundraiser soon.

Last but not least, Ambrose ran his first Turkey Tracks 5K today at Grain Valley High School. We are pretty sure he came in first in his division. 🤣Ambrose is a smart boy who loves to play. He will also happily cuddle on the couch after his zoomies! If you are looking for an active dog that loves to train, then Ambrose is the dog for you! We ❤️ Ambrose!

Ways to help. ⬇️
https://linktr.ee/ShepsPlace

Yesterday, our sweetheart Matilda passed away at age 13. She came to Shep's over a year ago, deaf, blind, and with deme...
11/22/2025

Yesterday, our sweetheart Matilda passed away at age 13. She came to Shep's over a year ago, deaf, blind, and with dementia. She lived in her own little world, but seemed quite happy there, puttering around the yard and sleeping most of the day. Even when her kidneys began to fail, and we thought her time was short, she still carried on being herself for months. We will miss her gentle spirit.

11/15/2025

* Prince of Darkness Meets a Drop of Golden Sun *

Yesterday we welcomed two sweet pups to Shep’s, Ozzy and Rei! Ozzy is a 12-year-old mini Schnauzer. He is deaf and blind, but very sweet and still active. Rei is 9, and as in fact a ray of sunshine; she LOVES people, especially their laps, and has lots of positive energy and personality. They both came from Allen County Animal Rescue Facility in LaHarpe, KS. Welcome, Ozzy and Rei!

Charlie and Sara were adopted! The Painfully Shy Duo finally found some humans they feel comfortable with. After 7 mon...
11/08/2025

Charlie and Sara were adopted! The Painfully Shy Duo finally found some humans they feel comfortable with. After 7 months of avoiding me like the plague, they hopped in the people's laps on the first visit and fell asleep! (Little boogers!) We're overjoyed for them. Sara and Charlie were breeder dogs who were rescued by a nice lady. They lived together for about 5 years, along with other rescued dogs, before the lady had to surrender them due to poor health. We're so grateful that they get to stay together in their new home. Live well, Charlie Bear and Sara Beara!

Happy Halloween from the pups at Shep’s Place! 🎃
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the pups at Shep’s Place! 🎃

* Tara Nova *After 4+ years of finding good homes for our dogs, Jan Davis has decided to step down as Adoption & Foster ...
10/29/2025

* Tara Nova *

After 4+ years of finding good homes for our dogs, Jan Davis has decided to step down as Adoption & Foster Coordinator. We are deeply grateful to Jan for the endless hours she spent finding forever families for our pups. Fortunately, one of our super-volunteers, Tara Cowan, has agreed to take over the position. She has big shoes to fill, but we know she’ll do a great job. Thank you, Jan and Tara!

* Princess Cruises into Shep’s *Yesterday, a beautiful Princess arrived at Shep’s! Princess is a 10-year-old Lab mix, w...
10/25/2025

* Princess Cruises into Shep’s *

Yesterday, a beautiful Princess arrived at Shep’s! Princess is a 10-year-old Lab mix, who comes to us from SEK Animal Advocates, in Pittsburg KS. She has that friendly, chill Lab personality, and is healthy and active. She will fit in great here. Welcome, Princess!

If you’d like to help support Princess, please hit the Donate button below. Thanks!

Come see us! Laney's Get Down and Tito's Handmade Vodka is having Yappy Hour on October 25th 3-6 pm. Dress up your pup...
10/23/2025

Come see us! Laney's Get Down and Tito's Handmade Vodka is having Yappy Hour on October 25th 3-6 pm. Dress up your pups (and yourself) and order a special cocktail to benefit Shep's Place. Hope to see you and your pups on Saturday!

Bella is on the hunt for her ultimate couch buddy. She’s all about snuggling up and hogging the spotlight. Her 👀 might n...
10/23/2025

Bella is on the hunt for her ultimate couch buddy. She’s all about snuggling up and hogging the spotlight. Her 👀 might not be the best, but she navigates like a pro. A quiet home is her jam due to her limited vision. We’re convinced Bella’s perfect match is out there somewhere.

Yesterday, Bella, Ambrose and Rocco met lots of nice people and dogs at our booth at Jackson County Parks + Rec Dogtober...
10/20/2025

Yesterday, Bella, Ambrose and Rocco met lots of nice people and dogs at our booth at Jackson County Parks + Rec Dogtober fest! It was a picture perfect day, and every kind of dog imaginable stopped by to get a treat. Special thanks to the volunteers, who did a great job representing Shep’s!

🐾 We're Expanding! 🐾Our senior dog sanctuary is full—and the need keeps growing. That's why we launched a capital campai...
10/13/2025

🐾 We're Expanding! 🐾
Our senior dog sanctuary is full—and the need keeps growing. That's why we launched a capital campaign to build more cozy living spaces, lounges, and safe play yards for the senior dogs who need us most. 💛
These sweet souls deserve comfort, dignity, and love in their final years—and YOU can help make it happen.
➡️ Donate today: www.shepsplace.org�
➡️ Want to leave a legacy? Sponsor a room with naming rights! 🏡
Let’s build a brighter future for our gray-muzzled friends—together. 💕

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17012 E. Truman Road
Independence, MO
64056

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