Easter is a time when bunnies get a lot of attention, but they aren’t holiday gifts. They are long-term companions!
Rabbits can live 8–14 years and need much more than a cage. They require a proper diet, daily exercise and enrichment, and regular care from a rabbit-savvy veterinarian 💗🐇
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News 4 Great Day anchors Matt Chambers, Laura Hettiger and Kent Ehrhardt hold two puppies from the Humane Society of Missouri
It’s #NationalPuppyDay! 🩷🐾
What better way to start your morning than with TWO adorable puppies!? Meet Taquito and Burrito! These adoptable cuties stopped by @firstalert4.com to share why rescue puppies make the BEST companions!
Meet them today at our Best Buddy Pet Center in Maryland Heights!
A longhaired black cat with yellow eyes lies on an orange blanket
Don't go breaking Elton's heart 🖤
Elton is a 2-year-old domestic longhaired boy who knows just how magnificent he is. Like any true star, Elton may start off a little shy, but once the pets start, he’s purring nonstop 🐾
Celebrate #Purrsday by meeting him at our Macklind location!
#adoptdontshop
A smiling black and white bulldog mix sits in a dog park
Looking to add a little flavor to your life? Meet Hummus 💛
Hummus is a 1-year-old American Bulldog mix who came to us as a stray back in January. True to her breed, she’s equal parts strong, loyal, and full of love 💕
Meet Hummus at our Macklind location today!
#adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky
A black puppy poses with a toy bone that says "lucky" on it
Feeling lucky? 🍀
Roly sure is! This adorable 12-week-old pup is ready to charm his way into your heart 💚
Meet him and all his other adoptable friends at our Macklind location today!
hsmo.org/adopt
#adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky #stpatricksday
Shy at first, but worth the wait. Meet Bashful 🥺
Bashful is a 1-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix who lives up to her name. When she’s out of her kennel, Bashful shows her sweet side by cuddling up to people 💕
Meet Bashful at our Maryland Heights shelter 🐾
#adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky
Rain or shine, Twinkle is ready to sparkle ✨🌧️
It may have been a rainy adventure, but Twinkle didn’t mind one bit! This 1-year-old pittie mix was just happy to enjoy a break from her kennel 💕
She has lived with kids, a dog, and a cat and done well 🐾
Meet Twinkle at our Macklind location!
Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Missing Forever Home 🕵️♂️🐾
Meet Sherlock Bones, a 1-year-old Pittie mix with a nose for adventure and a talent for stealing hearts. He is playful, goofy, and ready to dedicate his brilliant mind to solving life’s greatest mystery: Who will be his forever family? 🔎
❄️ Cold Weather Alert ❄️
This weekend is bringing horrific cold to the region, and our Animal Cruelty Task Force is reminding everyone: 35° or Lower? Protect Rover!
Pet safety tips: hsmo.org/protect-rover
Report a pet in distress by calling our Animal Cruelty Task Force at 314-647-4400 ☎️
#stlwx
With extremely cold temperatures moving in, Hedgehog’s plan is simple: stay cozy and snuggled up in bed! 💞
Hedgehog is the sweetest 1½-year-old red tabby. He’s quick to greet new friends and absolutely loves attention.
Come celebrate #Purrsday and meet Hedgehog today at our Macklind location 🐾
HSMO's Cheesecake made it to the second round of the #PuppyBowl Pupularity Contest and needs your help to make it to the third round! 💗
Vote here today and tomorrow: discovery.com/shows/puppy-bowl/vote 🐾
#adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky
It's the final day to vote for our pal Cheesecake in the first round of the #PuppyBowl Pupularity Contest! He's so close to making it through to the next round, and we'd be thrilled to have your support! 💗
Vote here 🗳️ discovery.com/shows/puppy-bowl/vote
#adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky
🌟 BREAKING NEWS 🌟
We’re thrilled to announce that THREE of our puppies are playing in Animal Planet's #PuppyBowl XXII!!!
Let's meet our all-star lineup:
🧀 Cheesecake
💅 Paris
🧋 Boba
These 3 star athletes are ready to represent Team Fluff 💙
Who are you cheering for?! 🏈💕
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Meet Arcade! She came to HSMO at the end of September pregnant with a big litter of puppies. She was an excellent mom to her puppies, and now it's her turn to go home!
In her foster home, Arcade loved playing with the resident dog and greeting neighbors on walks. Meet her at our Macklind location 💞
We're SO excited about this Gotcha Day update! 💞
Saba & Sunkiss were rescued by our Animal Cruelty Task Force in 2024, and they are now thriving in their forever home! 🏡
We’re so proud of these survivors and thrilled to see them thriving with their forever family 💞
#adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky
There's no better start to the new year than a #FieldTripFriday 🌄
Bella recently went on an outing to Tower Grove Park and had a blast sniffing the leaves and making new friends! This 1-year-old Pittie mix is one of the sweetest girls in the shelter 💞
Meet Bella at our Macklind location 🐾
This #TongueOutTuesday is extra adventurous! 😜
Apple showed off her adorable smile during her field trip to Creve Coeur Lake with some of her favorite volunteers. Apple is a 1-year-old German Shepherd mix searching for her forever adventure buddy.
Meet Apple at our Maryland Heights shelter today 🐾
Nothing makes our day more than a holiday update from an adopter! 🎄🐾
Mabel came to us as part of a golden retriever litter earlier this year and was adopted in April. Now she’s thriving, loving life with her big brother, and celebrating her first Christmas at home 💛
#adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky
"Can I come stay with you?" -Fable 🥺
This pretty girl came to us via our Animal Cruelty Task Force in October. She’s a bit slow and tentative in new situations, and a loving foster home would help her feel more confident.
Email foster@hsmo.org to learn more, or meet Fable at our Macklind location!
Sunny has mastered the art of #TongueOutTuesday 😝
Sunny is a 7-month-old Great Pyrenees mix, and she's ready to find a home for the holidays! 🎄
Sunny is looking for a calm and patient forever home that will show her what it means to be part of a family. Meet Sunny at our Macklind location today! 🐾
Victoria is forever home 🥳
Victoria came to us in September and waited for a forever family. After a couple months in the shelter, she headed out to a foster home. Then it happened! Victoria found the perfect forever family and is home for the holidays! 💞
Happy tails, Victoria! 🐾
#adoptdontshop
Mela is all smiles this holiday season! 🎄☃️
This 8-year-old German Shepherd mix came to our Maryland Heights shelter on Nov. 19. She is friendly, calm and was thrilled to visit @fox2now.bsky.social!
Mela would love nothing more than to be home for the holidays💞
#adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky
Milo has mastered the art of the blanket fort, now he just needs more supplies! 🩵
We would be so grateful for donations of:
❄️ Blankets
☃️ Towels
🌨️ Sheets
🎿 Cat & dog toys
💙 Other soft bedding items
These donations make a huge difference. Thank you for helping us keep them warm and comforted. 💕
Katniss is showing off for #TongueOutTuesday 😜
This adorable girl is a 7-month-old Plott Hound mix, and she has been growing up here at the shelter. She’s cute. She’s silly. She’s been here WAY too long!
Come meet your new best friend at our Macklind Ave. location 🐾
#adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky
Turducken isn’t quite ready to start her Monday morning yet ⏰
This silly girl is a 7-month-old Beagle mix looking for her forever home. She’s energetic, playful, people-loving, and so smart! We’re confident she’d shine in training classes 🎓
hsmo.org/adopt #adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky
#GivingTuesday is officially here, and adoptable Whitetail Deer is ready to help us kick it off! Today is all about making a difference for pets who need a second chance.
And don't forget this year, your impact goes twice as far! Every gift is matched up to $50,000 💙 hsmo.org/givetues
Fall leaves look good on Gus 🍂
This very handsome pup is Gus! He's a 6-month-old American Foxhound mix. He has the softest ears, the strongest nose, and the sweetest eyes. He loves to go on walks 🧡
Fall in love with Gus at our Macklind location today!
hsmo.org/adopt
#adoptdontshop #dogsofbluesky
Happy #FieldtripFriday !! 🍂
Ollie has been making the most of the photo ops on his fieldtrips in the fall leaves!
Ollie is a 4-year-old Pointer mix and he has the most beautiful eyes 🩵
Ollie got to go on a fun adventure to Tower Grove Park last week!
Meet Ollie at our Macklind location today! 🐾
Anyone looking to adopt a kitten with adorable ear tufts, long whiskers, and big paws? 💞
Willow is the girl for you! 🌿
Willow is popping in because today is #Purrsday!!
Willow is a 4-month-old brown tabby, and this girl is full of spunk!
Meet Willow at our Macklind location today! 🐈
🎨🐾 Only ONE week until Paint Your Pet Night!
Join us Wed, Nov 19 @ 6:30 PM for a fun, creative evening supporting animals in need. 🍷🐶 No experience needed—just bring your snacks, wine & pet pic!
🎟️ Info & tickets: https://bit.ly/4ojKUnt