Joplin Humane Society

140 East Emperor Lane Joplin, Missouri 64801

Dogs & Cats

Joplin Humane Society animal shelter in Joplin, MO

Joplin Shelters

(417) 623-3642 Directions

Visiting

Hours of operation

Monday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Today

Hours as reported by the shelter. Call ahead before visiting — holiday and intake hours can differ.

About this shelter

Joplin Humane Society in Joplin, MO

Joplin Humane Society is located in Joplin, Missouri, about 70 miles east of Springfield, MO, and serves as a regional leader providing services to more than seventeen municipalities while handling more than 10,000 animals each year. The shelter offers adoption of dogs and cats, along with a spay/neuter clinic, foster program, and volunteer opportunities such as dog walking, cat socialization, and assistance at off-site events. Adoption hours are Monday 1:00–5:00 PM, Tuesday 1:00–7:00 PM, Wednesday 1:00–5:00 PM, Thursday 1:00–5:00 PM, Friday 1:00–7:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, and Sunday 1:00–5:00 PM. The shelter relies heavily on its volunteers, who play a crucial role in its mission to help pets and people in the community.

Before you go

Adopting from Joplin Humane Society

Adoption process

Visit the shelter in person, complete an adoption questionnaire, meet the pet and do meet-and-greets, review the pet's background and medical history, and finish with a conversation with adoption staff; most pets can go home the same day, and adopters must be at least 18 years old.

Service area: More than seventeen municipalities in the region
Animals served: Dogs & Cats