As arctic weather continues to surge across Kansas City, Dr. Rhiannon Koehler, DVM and Shelter Veterinarian at Great Plains SPCA, warns about the dangers of these frigid temperatures. “Winter weather, particularly arctic blasts, can be especially dangerous for our pets. Some pets love playing in the snow or ice (I’m looking at you, huskies), but it is up to […]
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Merriam, KS and Kansas City, KS (February 9, 2021) – Great Plains SPCA (GPSPCA), Kansas City, Kanas Animal Services (KCKAS), and The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City (HSGKC), have issued an urgent warning via social media to pet owners and animal advocates in the Kansas City metro area about the frigid weather forecast for
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Pluto spent his entire 10-year life living outdoors on a chain until he was rescued by the Great Plains SPCA HERO (Humane. Education. Resources. Outreach.) team. Our HERO team first encountered Pluto two weeks ago. He was chained outdoors, underweight and lacking basic necessities to survive the harsh winter weather. Our HERO team worked diligently
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We’re seeking a Foster-to-Adopt home committed to following a behavior modification plan and working directly with our Director of Animal Behavior & Training to ensure Benny’s success. Benny’s lack of success in his previous homes is largely attributed to his behavior prescription plan not being followed. Benny will thrive in a home without children under
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We first shared Clarence’s story at the very beginning of our Lend A Paw campaign and now we have a heart-warming update to share! Clarence is one of the many dogs rescued through our HERO (Humane. Education. Resources. Outreach.) program every year. In his case, he was saved from an extreme hoarding situation in Missouri
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Casper had quite the journey before arriving to safety at Great Plains SPCA. Casper was a stray who recently wandered onto a farm in rural Missouri. The good Samaritans who found him noticed Casper was suffering from a series of injuries and reached out for assistance on Facebook. That’s when Great Plains SPCA stepped in.
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Ten-week-old Izzy was rushed to Great Plains SPCA by a caring good Samaritan last Thursday after being found dumped in an apartment complex parking lot in Kansas City, Kansas. Upon arrival at the shelter, Izzy was diagnosed with Parvo virus and was suffering from severe dehydration, low blood sugar, and hypothermia. Our Shelter Medical team
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As temperatures rise this summer, it’s important to remember that heat and humidity can be dangerous for our pets. Be aware of summer heat safety: high temperatures make it easy for dogs to overheat, become dehydrated and succumb to heat stroke. So how do you know if your dog is at risk? Well, we’ve created
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Hi! I’m louise! Quick Facts: Two Years Old Sweet & Shy Cat-Friendly View My Profile Oh! I almost didn’t see you there, my name is Louise.I’m a shy, quiet kind of gal that might take a little while to warm up. I was transferred to Great Plains SPCA from another shelter, which brought quite a
Hi, I’m coffee bean! Quick Facts: 1 Year Old 50 Pounds Paralyzed In Hindlegs Loves EVERYONE (Dogs & Kids Included!) View My Profile For the first time in Great Plains SPCA history, a dog who cannot walk without a wheelchair will be onsite at our Pet Adoption Center.Coffee Bean’s journey began on February 4th, when
Chiefs Kingdom, let’s score big for pets in need! 🏆🐾 We’re taking on Buffalo, Philly, and D.C. in the Shelter Showdown! Show the nation KC’s heart by supporting Great Plains SPCA—ALL donations are MATCHED up to $15,000! Double your impact today and help us lead the pack.
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