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Rissa's Haven

Animal rescue in Kansas City, MO

Rissa's Haven was founded after I rescued a little pitbull who had been used as a bait dog. She was just a baby and only lived to be 2 years old but the time she was in our lives we will always be grateful for. We have a passion for the bully breeds and as you will see most of our adoptable dogs are bullies. Our other passion is senior dogs who tend to have a hard time finding homes due to their age. If you are looking to adopt a new pet please consider a Pitty or a senior dog!
We work daily to educate people on the misconception of the Pitbull breed. They are extremely loving, loyal dogs who have been given a very unfair wrap. We strive to adopt to people who want to help end this stigma and show the world what that it bad owners are to blame not the breed!

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Kansas City, MO 64109
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We'll also keep you updated on Holly PUPPY!'s adoption status with email updates.
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Holly PUPPY!

American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Beagle/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

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

Collie/Rottweiler

Female, Puppy
Kansas City, MO

Rescue FAQs

We will do long distance adoptions as long as we can find someone in your area to do a home visit.

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Pets at shelters & rescues near Rissa's Haven

Rainbow Pet Hospital

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Day of the Dogs

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Love A Moogie Rescue

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 4 mos
Atchison, KS
We'll also keep you updated on Rusty's adoption status with email updates.
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Rusty

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 mos
Independence, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Hazel Grace's adoption status with email updates.
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Hazel Grace

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Senior
Kansas City, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Daniel Day Lewis's adoption status with email updates.
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Daniel Day Lewis

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Kansas City, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Polly's adoption status with email updates.
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Polly

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
Warrensburg, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Blossom's adoption status with email updates.
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Blossom

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 9 mos
Overland Park, KS

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