JOPLIN HUMANE SOCIETY

140 East Emperor Lane

Joplin, Missouri 64801

(141) 762-33642

Dogs & Cats

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 Areas

More than seventeen municipalities in the region

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.