In the span of 24 hours, our HERO Outreach Team faced three urgent cases that needed their immediate attention. From a dog being hit by a car, to puppies scavenging for food on the side of the road. Though the situations we see are heartbreaking, we are dedicated to helping animals in need. These are […]
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Bubby, Donnelly, and Thor have been in our care for 371 days pending the results of their court case. Each arrived with their own scars from their previous lives, from filed-down teeth to a severely infected limb that required amputation. Throughout this entire year, we have hoped with all of our hearts that they would
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In 2023 alone, Great Plains SPCA has experienced a 46% surge in abandoned pets. A staggering realization that speaks to the crisis across the nation. Numerous shelters across the country are struggling with increased animal intakes, fewer adoptions, and pet overpopulation, leaving few options for pet owners who have a desperate need to surrender. The
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Lucky’s story as we know it began in 2016, when his previous owner passed away. Instead of being transported safely to a local shelter or finding a home amongst family, Lucky was forced out of the house and onto the streets to fend for himself. Lost and Found pages in the area reported his wanderings
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A celebration of fashion, compassion, and companionship – Great Plains SPCA hosted a Forever Home Fashion Show on August 17th to highlight our beloved long-term pets who are seeking their forever homes. These animals put their best paw forward to show our supporters that they too will make joyful, playful, and loving companions. Though they
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Every shelter in the Kansas City area is feeling the pressure of pet overpopulation. With a distinct increase in lost and surrendered pets coupled with lower than ever adoptions, shelters must work together to create the best outcome for every animal in need. Great Plains SPCA transfers in as many animals as we can each
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Over the past few months, we have dealt with numerous medical emergencies and cases of animal neglect. From kittens infested with maggots to puppies dumped on our property, these heartbreaking tales show the ugliest sides of animal welfare. But the horrific experiences that they’ve lived through are not the end of these animals stories. Below
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There is a certain magic that radiates from senior pets. Their wise, soulful eyes and gentle demeanor tell stories of a life well-lived. Yet, sadly, many senior animals find themselves in shelters, often overlooked due to misconceptions surrounding their age. Kevin is one of those pets. An 8-year-old Fox Terrier/mix that was brought to Great
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Dear Diary, It’s me, Scooby… It has been 161 long and lonely days since I arrived at Great Plains SPCA, and not a single person has asked to meet me. Every day, as I watch people walk past my kennel, I wag my tail and hope that today will be the day someone stops to
As a nonprofit animal shelter that provides a safe haven for animals in need, we take in animals that are abandoned, surrendered, or abused, and provide them with medical care, food, and shelter. As with any animal shelter, Great Plains SPCA faces urgent medical cases daily that require immediate attention. We’ve had several urgent cases
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