MoSHA

08/08/2024

Rolla area - low cost and free services!

07/08/2024

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06/08/2024

Thanks to the shout-out from the Missouri Department of Agriculture. They handle disbursements of grants from the Missouri Spay Neuter Fund, which is funded by the "I'm Pet Friendly" license plate program. We appreciate their help.

MDA's Animal Care Facilities Act (ACFA) Program announced the 2024 recipients of the spay and neuter grants.

Grant funds are designated to eligible organizations that provide low-cost spaying and/or neutering of dogs and cats for individuals who could not normally afford those services.

Donations from the sale of “I’m Pet Friendly” specialty license plates generate the grant money awarded to Missouri organizations.

Find a full list of this year's grant recipients here 👉 https://bit.ly/3YhUTjn

05/08/2024

This *does* apply to all dogs and all children. Good advice.

04/08/2024

Yes please!

03/08/2024

Blue-green algae intoxication can be fatal to our furry friends. But don’t worry, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center has all the information on keeping your pets safe.

02/08/2024

Pit Bull Friday. Zzzzzzzz.

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31/07/2024

We are pleased to announce the names of the 13 organizations that received grants from the Missouri Spay/Neuter Fund this year. (Pls see our web site for links to theirs.) Grants are funded by our "I'm Pet Friendly" license plate program. We can only increase funding if more people get our plates - pls help us to fund low cost spay/neuter in our state.

Animal Protective Association of Missouri (APA)
Audrain Humane Society
Ava MO Spay and Neuter Program - aaawlj
barcstl.org
Eden Animal Haven
Independence Regional Animal shelter
Willow Springs Friends of Ferals
KV-POP protect our pets
MEOW Mission Inc
Nevada Animal Shelter
Operation SPOT
Ozarks Pet Rescue
The Spay Neuter Project - Columbia, MO

30/07/2024

Long shot: Kimberly from Grain Valley, or if you know her - pls email us, mostatehumane at yahoo.com. We need a valid email for you.

(We wouldn't do this, but since it's the end of the month and renewals are due...)

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30/07/2024

Good reminder not to automatically make assumptions.

PLEASE do not refer to a friendly cat as "feral" simply because he lives outside. The word feral means the exact opposite 🔁 of friendly and describes temperament ONLY.

Feral DOES NOT refer to a cat who is:
❌ Dirty
❌ Ear-tipped
❌ Homeless
❌ Unaltered
❌ Injured

🤔 A feral cat can be all those things, but those things don't make him feral.

❗️ The words feral and friendly describe temperament ONLY ❗️

Feral DOES refer to a cat who is:
🐈‍⬛ Unhandleable
🐈‍⬛ Unsocialized to humans
🐈‍⬛ Fearful of people
🐈‍⬛ More comfortable visiting at night

You may be asking yourself, "What difference does it make?".

Since adult "feral" cats are not socialized to people, they are likely to be euthanized if brought to shelters, so it is in their best interest to continue living outdoors. TRAP NEUTER RETURN is their best option for a better life. "Friendly" outdoor cats who are thriving and don’t have identification indicating they are lost can be fixed and returned to their outdoor home or fostered and adopted after a stray hold period.

29/07/2024

Dogs need physical exercise, of course, but mental exercise is good, too, especially in this weather.

What is a "Sniffari"?🐶

Sniffaris are dog-led walks! They're a fantastic enrichment activity that can be done in just about any low-traffic area. Not only will this help burn energy, but allowing our dogs to make decisions and think independently can help them build confidence in different situations. It also gives us a chance to stop and take a breath along with them AND allows our pups to do a natural, essential behavior for their mental and physical well-being.💙

28/07/2024

Lawrence County! YES!

Each year, dozens of strays are left without a home due to overpopulation across our area, but for the first time in Lawrence County, a pet clinic has a solution to stop the trend.

28/07/2024

Adrian Raeside

27/07/2024

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26/07/2024

Nice work, KC!

26/07/2024

Pit Bull Friday

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25/07/2024

Terrific photos - if you like cats, check him out.

24/07/2024

Update: Perry County appts are full.

**UPDATE Perry County Veterinary Hospital is FULL**

🐾Have a pet fixed for $10 when you participate in the Fall TenSPOTFix Program.
☎️Call one of the listed participating veterinary clinics to get details and to make your appointment. Space is very limited!
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24/07/2024

We've said it once and we will say it again, your MoSHA license plate is the coolest addition you can add to your car. Who knows, maybe dogs and cats will start waving to you! 👋

23/07/2024

PSA: If you've waited this long to get your EUAS for July renewal ... 1) pay online, not via mail; 2) check your spam - we are sending them out w/in 24 hours; 3) especially check your spam if you use gmail. Thanks for your support.

22/07/2024

KC - job opportunity

Now Hiring Veterinary Technicians! 📣

What We’re Looking For:
▪️ Extensive veterinary experience and strong animal handling skills
▪️ Compassionate, high-energy, and customer service-oriented
▪️ Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
▪️ Confident in decision-making and handling challenging situations

Why Apply:
▪️ Opportunities to learn, grow, and develop new skills
▪️ Unique experience working with hundreds of pets a week
▪️ Ability to make a real impact in the lives of pets in our community

View the full job description and apply HERE: https://pet-resource-center-of-kansas-city.prismhr-hire.com

22/07/2024

21/07/2024

From Educational Dog Infographics

20/07/2024

Weekend read

Dr. Weiss details the compounding losses that occurred when one shelter adopted out a dog with behavioral concerns. Sarah and Max, my friend’s daughter and her boyfriend, are dream dog parents. Last summer they made the decision to adopt their first dog, and spent months researching everything fro...

19/07/2024

For dog's sake, spay and neuter. And don't surrender your pet because you "don't have enough time". Even at the best shelters, a dog will be in a kennel 23 hours per day.

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19/07/2024

Pit Bull Friday

Vintage

18/07/2024

Springfield

This event will start an hour earlier than usual, and run from 9am to 1pm!

Our friends at the Humane Society of SWMO are hosting another low-cost vaccination and microchip clinic. These clinics fill up quickly, so arrive early to register, and make sure your kitty is in a carrier.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1617438252137521/

18/07/2024

Have a fire safety plan for the humans AND the pets in your house.

Get started with a free safety kit here: https://secure.aspca.org/take-action/pet-safety-pack?ms=wb_con_pet-care-disaster-preparedness-registration-pet-safety-pack-202112&initialms=wb_con_pet-care-disaster-preparedness-registration-pet-safety-pack-202112

17/07/2024

When we punish dogs for growling, even if they're growling at our child, we aren't helping them feel better about whatever it is that is threatening them. Instead, we are teaching to stop letting us know when they feel unsafe.

The result? A dog who stops giving us warning signs and "bites out of the blue."
And, that's how we create dangerous dogs. I'd much rather have a dog growl and tell me they're upset (so we have a chance to intervene and help them) than a dog who just bites without any warning signs.