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Central Missouri Humane Society

Animal shelter in Columbia, MO

Welcome to CMHS! In continuous operation since 1943, the Central Missouri Humane Society promotes the well-being of companion animals – pets that enrich the lives of the people who love them.

The Columbia Humane Society was formed in 1943 to provide shelter and care for Columbia’s abandoned animals. Originating in a little structure on Creasy Springs Road, the organization has grown into today’s Central Missouri Humane Society, a regional animal welfare agency caring for thousands of animals annually and providing veterinary services for low-income pet owners.

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Address
616 Big Bear Blvd
Columbia, MO 65202
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Meet their adoptable pets

616 Big Bear Blvd

Columbia, MO 65202

See every new pet that comes to this shelter!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Central Missouri Humane Society

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

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Beatrice's adoption status with email updates.
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Beatrice

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 yrs 1 mo
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Ares's adoption status with email updates.
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Ares

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Hawk's adoption status with email updates.
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Hawk

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Ginger's adoption status with email updates.
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Ginger

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 6 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Dodge's adoption status with email updates.
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Dodge

American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Thomas's adoption status with email updates.
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Thomas

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Columbia, MO

Shelter FAQs

Primarily Boone county, but other counties as space is available.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

Our adoption areas are closed for walk-in viewing. Instead, staff will bring animals you're interested in outside or into our meet and greet room. If you are interested in adopting, please visit our website and fill out the adoption interest survey first. Adoption fees can be found on each animal's profile on our website.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer transport for out of area adoptions.

Adoption application

https://cmhspets.org/adoption-application/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Central Missouri Humane Society

Rescues by Debco

10339 State Hwy C,
Mokane, MO 65059

People Helping Paws Dog Rescue

PO Box 6701,
Jefferson Cty, MO 65102

Bast's Treasures

PO Box 366,
Fayette, MO 65248

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

American Pit Bull Terrier/Cane Corso

Female, Adult
MEXICO, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Rooster's adoption status with email updates.
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Rooster

Cocker Spaniel

Male, Adult
Boonville, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Sabrina's adoption status with email updates.
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Sabrina

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Jefferson City, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Ziggy's adoption status with email updates.
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Ziggy

Border Collie

Male, Adult
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Jefferson City, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Sweet Pea's adoption status with email updates.
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Sweet Pea

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Boonville, MO

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