We believe every animal in our care deserves the best chance at happiness. With shelter stress at an all time high, there are a handful of pups who desperately need a break from the kennel environment. By fostering one of these pets you are giving them a break that will reduce their stress, and allowing […]
Our Animals Most In Need – Become A Foster! Read More »
It can be an exciting time when you begin the search to find a new furry best friend. You’ve done your research, prepared your home, and are now looking for the perfect pooch to complete your family. The local pet store is full of tiny bundles of fur, incredibly cute, and just waiting for you
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On Thursday morning, May 30th, our HERO Outreach Team was alerted to a dog that was found living in a wire crate outdoors. His back legs are damaged, and appeared to have been wrapped by a veterinarian. We expected to simply check in, make contact with the owner and come up with a plan to
Vince’s Story – Saved By Our HERO Team Read More »
The work of our HERO Outreach Team is never over, and these past few weeks have been especially tough. Despite these challenges, we are proud to welcome twelve new faces to Great Plains SPCA. They are now safe, loved, and have a chance at a forever home thanks to HERO’s dedication to our community. The
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On January 31st The Humane Society of the United States was deployed to a property in Topeka, Kansas. 70 dogs and cats were found and 18 deceased animals on the property. Their living conditions were horrendous, with feces and debris covering almost every surface. And many of the animals were emaciated, sick, and needed to
From Neglect To Safety Read More »
Dear Diary, It has been one year since I first arrived at Great Plains SPCA. Honestly, Diary, that makes me really sad. I don’t understand why no one wants to be my forever family. The last time someone asked to see me was October of last year, and I’m honestly not sure if anyone will
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