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Humane Society of Southwest Missouri

Hours: Business hours Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adoption center Monday to Saturday 12 to 6 p.m., Sunday 12 to 5 p.m.

What it is
Shelters and rescues
Service area
Southwest Missouri
Status
Open
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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The largest no-kill shelter in Southwest Missouri, an independent nonprofit. Offers adoptions, owner surrender by intake request, lost and found pet listings, dog training classes and low-cost veterinary services.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
An independently researched listing, not a statement of partnership or endorsement.

How to reach them

Address: 3161 W. Norton Road, Springfield, MO 65803

Service area: Southwest Missouri

Hours: Business hours Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adoption center Monday to Saturday 12 to 6 p.m., Sunday 12 to 5 p.m.

Good to know

  • How to get started: Visit during adoption hours, call 417-833-2526, or use the online intake request form to give up a pet.

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Sources

Humane Society of Southwest Missouri official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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