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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.

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

616 Big Bear Blvd

Columbia, MO 65202

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Adoptable pets at Central Missouri Humane Society

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Prancer

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Columbia, MO
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Poppers

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Columbia, MO
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Rhiannon

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 8 yrs 2 mos
Columbia, MO
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Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Columbia, MO
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Sadie

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr
Columbia, MO
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Holly

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 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

Animal Orphanage, Inc.

18081 Hwy W,
Versailles, MO 65084

People Helping Paws Cat Rescue

PO Box 6971,
Jefferson City, MO 65102

Special Needs
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Bonita

Chihuahua

Female, Senior
Columbia, MO
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Ozzy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Jefferson City, MO
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Steve

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Jefferson City, MO
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Diva

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Jefferson City, MO
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Amos

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Jefferson City, MO
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Buddy

Corgi/Shar Pei

Male, Young
Jefferson Cty, MO

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