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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 Andy's adoption status with email updates.
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Andy

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Rollie Pollie's adoption status with email updates.
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Rollie Pollie

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 10 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Edwin's adoption status with email updates.
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Edwin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 mo
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Wolverine (& Deadpool)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Wolverine (& Deadpool)

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Forest Gump's adoption status with email updates.
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Forest Gump

Domestic Shorthair

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

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Deadpool (& Wolverine)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Deadpool (& Wolverine)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Fiona's adoption status with email updates.
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Fiona

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 4 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

Missouri Foster Cats

301 E Maple Ave,
California, MO 65018

Bast's Treasures

PO Box 366,
Fayette, MO 65248

We'll also keep you updated on Rascal's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Rascal

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

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

Mixed Breed (Large)

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

Labrador Retriever

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

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Rat

Female, Adult
Jefferson City, MO
We'll also keep you updated on MOCHI/DIAMOND's adoption status with email updates.
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MOCHI/DIAMOND

American Pit Bull Terrier/Husky

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Moberly, MO

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