Joplin Humane Society
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"Hero Pets" Adoptions - $180 each

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Some of our pets have found a way to help us care for our other homeless pets!
At JHS, every pet is special, and we strive to find them loving homes quickly. However, some pets—like senior dogs or older cats—may take longer to be adopted, while others, like puppies or kittens, may be adopted immediately. We never euthanize animals due to time in the shelter or lack of space. Some pets may stay for months or even a year before finding a home.
Every pet adopted from JHS is spayed/neutered, fully vetted, vaccinated, de-wormed, microchipped, and treated for fleas and ticks—services that cost far more than the adoption fee.
Our adoption fees range from $90–$140, but certain high-demand pets, called "Hero Pets", have higher fees of $180. The extra funds from Hero Pets help cover the costs of longer stays, medical needs, and emergencies for other pets. These pets help us care for 1–4 other animals, and they are proudly known as our "Shelter Heroes."
The Hero Pet program is one of the ways we continue providing excellent care for all our homeless pets.


Contact Information
  • E-mail: [email protected]
  • Telephone: 417-623-3642
  • Fax: 417-623-5343
  • Address: 140 E. Emperor Lane, Joplin, MO 64801
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