HUMANE SOCIETY OF GREATER KANSAS CITY

5445 Parallel Parkway

Kansas City, Kansas 66104

(191) 359-61000

Dogs & Cats
Humane Society of Greater Kansas City
Kansas City Shelters

Adoption Process

Visit the walk-through shelter during adoption hours (no appointment needed) to view and meet animals, then staff will guide you through the adoption process in a few easy steps before you take your new pet home.

Service Areas

Greater Kansas City community

Humane Society of Greater Kansas City in Kansas City, KS

The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City is a humane society located in Kansas City, Kansas, about 4 miles east of Kansas City, KS. Founded in 1912, it is the first and longest-standing no-kill shelter in Kansas City, with a mission to save and improve the lives of dogs and cats throughout the Greater Kansas City community through preventative medical care, spay/neuter services, education, and adoptions. Its walk-through shelter and affordable care clinic offer budget-friendly veterinary services alongside a staff-guided adoption program to match people with pets. The shelter is open Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and weekends 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Hours Of Operation

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Nearby Shelters and Rescues

Is This Your Organization? Claim This Listing
10 Ways to Give Your Dog a Longer, Healthier Life
10 Ways to Give Your Dog a Longer, Healthier Life

Dogs aren't called 'man's best friend' for no reason. Here are ten quick tips to help give your dog a longer, healthier life...

Read more about 10 ways to give your dog a longer, healthier life
SHELTER/RESCUE SEARCH

    e.g. "Miami FL" or "33168"

    HAVE YOU SEEN ME?
    Lost Dog in McLouth, KS
    Georgia

    Lost since 2026-05-30

    From McLouth

    View Details
    View All Lost Dogs
    FOUND PET
    Found Cat in Longs, SC
    Found Pet

    Found on 2025-10-03

    Located in Longs

    View Details
    View All Found Cats
    Missing a shelter or rescue?

    Help us get the word out about more shelters and rescues nationwide.

    Submit Here
    dog adopt

    Pets For Adoption

    Search all animals available for adoption in your area. Give a dog or cat forever home today.

    ADOPT A PET