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Find Your Purrfect Match Today
Feline Friends Waiting for You |
The Humane Society of Missouri wants to help you find your purrfect match by featuring our wonderful felines who are ready to provide you with love and companionship.
 
Click here to read more cat personal ads. |
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Walk the Red Carpet
The Animals Go Hollywood |
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Expansion News
Chesterfield Valley Center Adds Obedience Training, Surgery Center |
In January, the Chesterfield Valley Center opened a new full-service veterinary hospital and added obedience classes.
 Veterinary Care
Our skilled veterinarians provide surgeries for removals of tumors or bladder stones, C-section deliveries, spay/neuter procedures, orthopedic surgery for fractures, dysplasia, floating kneecaps, repair of knee injuries and some types of arthritis. The clinic performs in-house blood work, treatment of disease and provides isolation wards, and overnight hospital stays.
The latest digital radiography equipment, and dental digital radiography, provide clearer images than film. In addition, images can be placed on a CD to send home with the pet owners, or e-mailed to veterinary specialists.
Your pets receive the best of care, and you get the convenience of a full-service veterinary hospital. The clinic at our Macklind Headquarters and Westport Area Center continues its normal operation.
 Obedience Training
Sit. Stay. Come... to the Chesterfield Valley Center to strengthen the bond with your puppy or dog. The Chesterfield Valley Center now offers two levels of puppy classes and the multi-level family dog classes.
Eventually, the course offerings will expand to as many as 30 different courses, mirroring those offered at the Macklind location, where programs are so popular that there are waiting lists.
“Our approach is so much fun for the dogs and owners,” said Linda Campbell, director of programs. “We are also proud of our unique approach of a punch card system and a continuum of courses, making it easy to attend.”
For more information on class convenience and family fun, visit hsmo.org. New adopters receive a 20% discount.
Humane Society of Missouri
Chesterfield Valley Center at Boone’s Crossing
17357 Edison Ave.
Chesterfield, MO 63005
Adoptions (636) 530-0806
Obedience (314) 802-5709
Veterinary Medical Center (636) 530-0807
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Unique Pet-Themed Gifts
The Humane Society of Missouri
Gift Shops |
These items and many more can be found at our Humane Society of Missouri gift shops.
Click here for HSMO gift shop locations.
Remember: Each time you shop, you are helping homeless animals find new, forever, loving homes! |
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Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
A Happy Ending for Stinky |
November 1, 2007 this little guy was found down in a field. The sheriff tried for hours to find the owner. When it got dark he carried the miniature horse to a barn so he had shelter from the cold.
 The next day Kyle Held, statewide investigator for the Humane Society of Missouri, was called in and a warrant was obtained to remove the miniature horse. His owner still had not shown up to care for him. Brian Williams, statewide investigator, transported the horse to a veterinary hospital where he was found to have numerous problems.
He was about 20 years old, skin and bones, with sores on the points of his hips, shoulders and around his eyes; he had lice and his teeth were infected. He got his name at the vet because of his smelly mouth.
Four days later, he came to Longmeadow and continued to improve. Antibiotics took care of his infected teeth and he got a bath to chase the lice away. His senior horse food was made into a mash and fed to him four times a day.
He wandered around the ranch and barns like a little dog. Stinky has gained 100 pounds in the ten weeks he has been at the Ranch. And he wants to do things his way; just don't bother him too much!
We received custody of Stinky through the courts and didn't think anyone would want him because of his medical problems. But Stinky grabbed the heart of Sandy Omer, ranch assistant, and her husband and two daughters who stepped up to give him a home.
This is why we rescue the animals, to give them a Second Chance for a loving home. A group effort among our departments and our generous donors created a happy ending for Stinky.
Longmeadow Rescue Ranch hosts Adoption Days every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you are interested in meeting our adoptable animals or our Barn Buddies who are available for sponsorship, please visit the ranch or call 636-583-8759 to schedule a visit on another day. For a map and directions to Longmeadow, click here.
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Have a Heart for Animals?
Humane Educators Needed |
If you have a heart for animals and a heart for kids then we have a volunteer opportunity for you! Become a Humane Society of Missouri humane educator!
Our humane educators are a fun and dynamic group of volunteers that put their compassion into action by teaching students the message of kindness, respect and responsibility toward all living creatures.
 You don’t have teaching experience? No problem! We have written lesson plans that are easy to follow and fun to deliver.
Don’t like to speak in front of a group of people? It’s easy! Our educators "team teach" in groups of two or three allowing each person to deliver the message that is most comfortable for them. Team teaching is fun and interactive for educators and children and the animals are the winners.
Our bright, colorful, kid-friendly, animal-happy classroom is the setting for most of our humane education presentations, but we also visit schools. Last year our volunteer educators reached more than 29,000 kids with our powerful pro-animal messages!
Give it a try... join us as we help to create a better world for animals and people. Your heart will feel so much better!
Humane educator training begins March 3 and runs every Monday until March 24. You must attend all four training sessions. Contact Jo Klepacki for more information at 314-951-1572 or joellyn.klepacki@hsmo.org
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Animal Adventures for Kids
Summer Camps and Classes |
Even though it’s cold outside, we’re gearing up for summer fun at the Humane Society of Missouri. Summer vacation may seem like a lifetime away but before you know it, the school bell will ring for a nice long break. What are you going to do with all that time?
If you love animals and want to learn how to help them, sign up now for our Kids for Critters Camps, Pet Etc. classes and, our newest classes for teenagers, PAC (Paws And Consider).
 Kids for Critters offers a week long summer camp with a unique animal twist. There’s no other camp like it in St. Louis! Each day is filled with animal topics that will warm your heart and make you the coolest animal friend in the world. You’ll even visit Longmeadow Rescue Ranch to get a better look at the amazing horses and farm animals we’ve rescued.
Pet Etc. classes allow you to pick and choose the animal topics that are closest to your heart.
Sign up online for these popular classes today. There is something for everyone this summer at the Humane Society of Missouri.
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Behavior Tip:
How Do I Deal with My Fearful New Cat? |
We brought our new cat, Salena, home two days ago. She spends all her time hiding under the bed. We have tried to coax her out with food, but it doesn’t work. What can we do?
 Since cats are highly territorial animals, changes of any kind are more difficult for them. Cats need to feel like they control their environments. The most important thing in the life of a cat is predictability. That means they need a set routine, a stable environment and predictable relationships. It may take new cats several months to settle into a new home. During that time some cats will hide. This is normal and should not be a cause for concern unless the cat shows no signs of eating, drinking or using its litterbox. Then the owner should seek veterinary assistance.
Owners can make the transition period for their new cat easier with a little advance preparation. Since cats do not feel safe in an environment where nothing is familiar, owners should attempt to provide the cat with a small area to claim as its own. This can be accomplished by placing a covered cat-sized crate in the corner of a quiet room with the cat. Cats have been known to claim under a bed or sofa or even inside a closet as their “safe area.” Place a litterbox, food and water close to the spot. The cat will then be able to establish a safe base from which to gradually explore the rest of the house.
Avoid forcing Salena into any situation she feels threatened. Although her first instinct will usually be to escape, if she feels cornered, she could become aggressive out of fear. This also may cause her to become distrustful of you.
Talk to Salena quietly and move slowly. Some owners schedule quiet time each day in the area near the cat. Try reading a book, listening to some soft music or even napping. Leave one of your old shirts near her safe spot so she becomes accustomed to your scent, change the litter, food and water regularly and be patient. Remember, you are building a life-long relationship with your new pet.
If you have questions about fearfullness or other behavior-related issues, contact the Humane Society of Missouri Behavior Helpline at (314) 951-1540 or e-mail our behavior department.
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Ask the Vet:
How often should I bathe my dog? |
Dr. Suzanne Saueressig, DVM
The simplest answer to this question is, whenever he needs it. Dogs who spend the most of their time indoors will not need much bathing, while dogs who are outside a lot, romping in the mud and trees (and possibly other smelly things) will need to be bathed more often. Also, some dogs' coats will accumulate grease and oil more quickly than others.
 Breeds prone to oily skin and other skin conditions, such as Cocker Spaniels, benefit from regular bathing about every four weeks. Breeds with a thick, double coat, like huskies and chows, only need bathing about three or four times a year. Washing a dog with an undercoat more often than this can make the coat softer and less waterproof and insulating.
In general, you can use your common sense to judge when your dog needs bathing. If you're concerned about causing dry skin, there are moisturizing treatments available at most pet stores, which you rub into your dog's skin after you shampoo him. If your dog seems uncomfortable or shows signs of skin problems, consult your veterinarian.
“How often should I bathe my dog?"
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Whether your pet was adopted from the Humane Society of Missouri or came from someplace else, we would be honored to care for your best friend. Our more than 20 licensed veterinarians and veterinary technicians see clients by appointment, Monday-Saturday at the following locations. Please call for an appointment.
Looking for a Great Vet?
Humane Society of Missouri 
St. Louis Veterinary
Medical Center
1201 Macklind Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63110
phone: (314) 951-1534
Humane Society of Missouri
Westport Area Veterinary
Medical Center
in Maryland Heights
2400 Drilling Service Rd.
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
phone: (314) 951-1590
Humane Society of Missouri
Chesterfield Valley Veterinary
Medical Center
17357 Edison Avenue
Chesterfield, MO 63005
phone: (636) 530-0807 |
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February 2008
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PAC
