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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

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 Petunia's adoption status with email updates.
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Petunia

Guinea Pig

Female, 3 yrs 8 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Sea Eagle's adoption status with email updates.
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Sea Eagle

Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Lard's adoption status with email updates.
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Lard

Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Columbia, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Mr. Green's adoption status with email updates.
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Mr. Green

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

American Pit Bull Terrier

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

American Pit Bull Terrier

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 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

People Helping Paws Dog Rescue

PO Box 6701,
Jefferson Cty, MO 65102

FIV Felines, Transports and More

12247 County Road 4037,
Holts Summit, MO 65043

Bast's Treasures

PO Box 366,
Fayette, MO 65248

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Jefferson City, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Outlaw's adoption status with email updates.
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Outlaw

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
MEXICO, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Ruth's adoption status with email updates.
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Ruth

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Chihuahua

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

Husky

Male, 3 yrs 5 mos
Boonville, MO

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