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Joplin Humane Society Animal shelter in Joplin, MO

The Joplin Humane Society (JHS), is a private, non-profit, 501(c)3 animal welfare organization. We are proud to serve the people and animals of the four-state region with a variety of programs including adoptions, pet therapy, and humane education for children of all ages. The Joplin Humane Society is private and receives no local, state, or federal support.

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140 E. Emperor Lane
Joplin, MO 64801
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140 E. Emperor Lane

Joplin, MO 64801

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Adoptable pets at Joplin Humane Society

We'll also keep you updated on Peter 123882's adoption status with email updates.
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Peter 123882

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joplin, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Parker 123882's adoption status with email updates.
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Parker 123882

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joplin, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Whiskers 31051's adoption status with email updates.
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Whiskers 31051

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Kitten
Joplin, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Cujo 31050's adoption status with email updates.
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Cujo 31050

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Joplin, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Lil Bit 31049's adoption status with email updates.
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Lil Bit 31049

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Joplin, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Voodoo 31048's adoption status with email updates.
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Voodoo 31048

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joplin, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Stumpy 31047's adoption status with email updates.
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Stumpy 31047

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joplin, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Luma 123981's adoption status with email updates.
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Luma 123981

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Joplin, MO

Shelter FAQs

We are proud to serve the people and animals of the four-state region, which includes 17 municipalities. Some as far away as Branson, MO.

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Interview

Additional adoption info

We believe in an open, non-judgmental adoption process. We recognize that no one is perfect and try to match a person's pet expectations so fewer pets are returned. Under normal conditions the process is:

- Come in with your family and look around. If you see a pet that you like, ask staff to meet the pet (if the pet is available to be taken out)
- Complete the adoption questionnaire.
- After the meeting, go over what information we have on file about the pet and his/her past experience.
- Finish the process by having a conversation with our adoption staff.
- After the above is completed, we can put a hold on a pet for 24 hours if you need time to think about the decision or to prepare your home.
- Most of our pets can go home the same day.

Adoption fees are: $90 - $140
This includes the animals spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccinations including rabies, de-worming and micro-chip.

Rules:
- We will not adopt a pet to anyone under the age of 18
- We will not adopt to anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- We reserve the right not to place a pet in a home based on the information we have or if we feel the pet is not a match for the person's lifestyle.

JHS does reduce or waive adoption fees for a variety of reasons: Too many cats or kittens in the building, older and special needs pets that have a harder time finding homes, etc. Adoption Promotions are a fun way to engage the public and bring in potential adopters. Shelters remain the #4 way people obtain their pets.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Joplin Humane Society

Okie Dokie Cocker Spaniel Rescue

P.O. Box 451101,
Grove, OK 74345

Bella Vista Animal Shelter

32 Bella Vista Way,
Bella Vista, AR 72714

East Newton Animal Coalition

P.O. Box 467,
Granby, MO 64844

We'll also keep you updated on Benzi's adoption status with email updates.
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Benzi

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Neosho, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Courage's adoption status with email updates.
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Courage

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Washburn, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Miley's adoption status with email updates.
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Miley

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 5 mos
Pineville, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Rocky's adoption status with email updates.
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Rocky

Husky/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Carthage, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Isabella's adoption status with email updates.
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Isabella

Persian

Female, 2 yrs
Joplin, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Mustang's adoption status with email updates.
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Mustang

Mountain Cur/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 7 mos
Parsons, KS

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