Great Plains SPCA
Great Plains SPCA is the Kansas City Metro's most unique and comprehensive animal welfare organization with campuses in Independence, MO and Merriam, KS.
To save, protect and improve the lives of animals, while strengthening the relationship between pets and their human companions.
Great Plains SPCA serves more than 35,000 needy pets every year - more than any other animal welfare agency in our community.
We provide twelve lifesaving programs, including:
- Adoptions
- Lost Pet Reunions
- High-Volume, High-Quality Spay/Neuter
- Affordable Veterinary Care
- Volunteering
- Fostering
- TNR (Trap, Neuter, Release)
- HERO (Humane Education and Resource Officer)
- SASSY (Saving Animals by Supportive Seniors and others Young at heart)
- Behavior and Training
- Legislative Issues
We have four locations:
- Veterinary Care Center, 5428 Antioch Drive, Merriam, KS, 66202
- Pet Adoption Center, 5424 Antioch Drive, Merriam, KS, 66202
- Independence Adoption & Intake Center, 21001 E. 78 Hwy, Independence, MO 64057
Hello! I'm Oliver! Thanks for taking the time to read more about me. I am a new arrival at the...
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Read MoreMeet Jonesy, the coolest cat in town! With his chubby cheeks and mesmerizing golden eyes, he looks like he just...
Read MoreHey there! I'm Malley, and I'm ready to find my forever home after being adopted and returned a few times-none...
Read MoreHi there! I'm Sprite, a cute and sweet pup on a quest to find my forever home! With my sparkling...
Read MoreHi there! I'm Caramel Apple, and I'm on the hunt for my forever home! ???? With my sweet personality and...
Read MoreHi there! I'm Legalos, and I'm a shy but sweet girl looking for my forever home. I came here from...
Read MoreHi, I'm Acorn! I've got a big personality just waiting to shine through when I meet you. I was rescued...
Read MoreDo I have Flying Nun ears? Remember that tv show? Nope, my name isn't Sister Bertrille, but I'm Clover, the...
Read MoreHello, darlings! I'm Haley, and I'm ready to strut my stuff in search of my forever home! ?? With my...
Read MoreHello, I'm Marmalade! I transferred from another shelter to try my luck here. I pretty much take everything in stride,and...
Read MoreHello there! My name is Brooke, and I'm on the lookout for my forever home! I'm a beautiful, sweet kitty...
Read MoreHello! My name is Sam! I am a fun little kitten, just learning about the world! I am looking for...
Read MoreHi there! I'm Rex, a sweet and playful pup on a mission to find my forever home. I may be...
Read MoreHi there, wonderful humans! I'm Meow-Meow, and I'm on the quest for my forever home! With my pretty eyes and...
Read MoreHi there, wonderful humans! I'm Meow-Meow, and I'm on the quest for my forever home! With my pretty eyes and...
Read MoreHi there! I'm Fletcher, a sweet-as-pie pup on the lookout for my forever home. I absolutely love people and can't...
Read MoreHello, I'm Roxie! Are you looking for a sweet, gentle kitty, just a tad on the shy side? Allow me...
Read MoreHi, I'm Littlefoot, and I'm looking for a special forever home! I'm a bit on the shy side, so I...
Read MoreThe world is really scary for a dog like me. But thankfully, I've made a lot of new friends that...
Read MoreSunny one so true, I love you. I am truly one of the sweetest and most handsome boys you will...
Read MoreHello! I'm Ballard! Prior to coming to Great Plains SPCA, I was living in a trailer with dozens of other...
Read MoreHello! I'm Albert! Prior to coming to Great Plains SPCA, I was living in a trailer with dozens of other...
Read MoreHello! I'm Valentine! Prior to coming to Great Plains SPCA, I was living in a trailer with dozens of other...
Read MoreHello! I'm McKay! Prior to coming to Great Plains SPCA, I was living in a trailer with dozens of other...
Read MoreHello! My name is McKinney! Prior to coming to Great Plains SPCA, I was living in a trailer with dozens...
Read MoreI'm happiest when I've got a job to do or an activity that keeps both my body and mind busy....
Read MoreMeet Sierra! Sierra is a beautiful brown tabby girl with a heartwarming story. With her ear tip marking her as...
Read More** I am offsite at Puppies for Parole! If you are interested in adopting me, please contact melissa.mauch@doc.mo.gov ** I...
Read MoreHi, I'm Frankie, and I'm on the hunt for my forever home! I'm a good boy who loves meeting new...
Read MoreHello I'm Carlisle! Although my coat doesn't shine like diamonds in the sun, I am still extremely special. I would...
Read MoreWanna help a wonderful pup learn how to be the best dog in the world? I need a human who...
Read MoreHello, I'm Esme who is a former mom. I raised my puppies and they have found forever homes. Now, it's...
Read MoreHi. My name is Butters. If you like big, floppy, loving boy dogs, then I'm your man. So much to...
Read MoreHello! My name is Morgan! I am a fun little kitten, just learning about the world! I am looking for...
Read MoreHello! My name is Momo! I am a fun little kitten, just learning about the world! I am looking for...
Read More** I am offsite at Puppies for Parole! If you are interested in adopting me, please contact melissa.mauch@doc.mo.gov ** Hi,...
Read More** I am offsite at Puppies for Parole! If you are interested in adopting me, please contact melissa.mauch@doc.mo.gov ** Hi,...
Read More** I am offsite at Puppies for Parole! If you are interested in adopting me, please contact melissa.mauch@doc.mo.gov ** Hi,...
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Read MoreHello! My name is Maxi, and I'm a stunning beauty with a sleek grey coat that will surely steal your...
Read MoreHey, I'm Cougar, and trust me, I'm as cool as my name suggests! I'm a goofy, chatty guy with a...
Read MoreHi there, I'm Casper-but don't worry, I'm not a ghost! I'm a friendly, fluffy cat looking for my forever home,...
Read MoreHi, I'm Casey, and I'm the super cute, sweet cat you've been looking for! I'm as laid back as they...
Read MoreWell, hello there, I'm Phyllis. I'm 12 years old and have seen enough to know what I want in life:...
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Read More** I am offsite at Puppies for Parole! If you are interested in adopting me, please contact melissa.mauch@doc.mo.gov ** Meet...
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Read MoreMeet Nidalee, a stunning green-eyed beauty with a personality as bright and vibrant as her emerald gaze! This lovely lady...
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Read MoreHi there, I'm Beatrice! I came to Great Plains SPCA from another shelter, which was very scary for me! The...
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12/01/2021
Through December 31, ALL DONATIONS will be MATCHED up to $150,000 for our Home for the Holidays match campaign! 💙❄️
Thank you for helping us kick off the giving season with a successful Giving Tuesday! Help us reach our goal of raising $400,000🐾 by donating at: {greatplainsspca.org/holiday-match} #homefortheholidays #donate #matchcampaign #greatplainsspca
11/30/2021
The Great Plains SPCA HERO Team continues to provide lifesaving services & second chances for pets in the community, like these two Doodle puppies when their owners needed placement for them. ❤️
On this #GivingTuesday, DONATE to have your impact MATCHED so faces like this can be saved. 🐾 #donate #doodles #puppies #heroteam #outreach #greatplainsspca #greatplainsfamily
11/30/2021
Hear how your donations impact dogs like Goldie through our HERO Team’s lifesaving work. ❤️
On this #GivingTuesday, DONATE and your impact will be MATCHED. 🐾
#donate #heroesforpets #heroteam #greatplainsspca
11/30/2021
Today is #GivingTuesday❤️ and the launch of our Home for the Holidays match campaign. ALL DONATIONS will be MATCHED up to $150,000 today through December 31! Your donations support our lifesaving work. 🐾 DONATE TODAY!
#give #supportus #donate #givingseason #holidaygiving #puppiesofinstagram #puppies #blueyed #shelterpup #fosterpup #greatplainsspca #greatplainsfamily
11/29/2021
Hey you! Don’t forget: ALL adult cats are 50% off plus kittens are adopt one get one now through 12/19! 😻
#adopt #catsofinstagram #adoptionspecial #meow #kittens #cats #greatplainsspca #greatplainsfamily
11/29/2021
Homeward Bound 🎉🐾 45+ adoptions last week including long term dogs Confetti, Goldie & Pooh Bear! ❤️
#adopted #homewardbound #shelterpets #thankyou #adoptdontshop #greatplainsfamily #greatplainsspca
11/28/2021
Everybody's favorite senior pup, Pooh Bear, was ADOPTED on Wednesday just in time to spend Thanksgiving with his family! ❤️🎊 Pooh was one of our longest term pups, having been in our care for 6 months prior to being adopted. His sweet new dad brought our staff a lovely treat as a thanks for the care we provided for Pooh during his time with us! 🥰⠀
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#adopted #seniordog #sheltertails #successstory #thankyou #poohbear #greatplainsspca #greatplainsfamily
11/27/2021
Giving Tuesday is just a few days away! ❤️💙 Get ready to kick off the giving season with us this Tuesday to help us care for little cuties like Ty.⠀
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#givingtuesday #givingseason #donate #donationsneeded #give #supportus #animalshelter #greatplainsspca #greatplainsfamily
11/27/2021
Join us for Yoga With Kittens on Saturday, December 11! 🧘♀️😻🧘♂️ Four 30-minute yoga sessions will be led amidst kitten mischief and cuteness. What a purrfect way to spend a Saturday! Claim your spot at the {Link in Bio}. 🐾⠀
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#yogawithkittens #event #animalshelter #kittens #purrfect #greatplainsspca #greatplainsfamily
11/26/2021
Our HERO Team needs your help to provide necessary supplies for community pet owners to bring their pets inside during dangerous cold temperatures this winter. ❄️🐾 Make a monetary donation via this post or purchase items seen in this photo while you’re out shopping! 🧡
#bringtheminside #communityoutreach #outreach #heroesforpets #winter #petsafety #greatplainsspca
11/26/2021
Selena wishes you a happy Black Friday & wants to remind you that black pets commonly get overlooked by potential adopters at shelters but deserve love just as much! 🖤🐾
#blackfriday #blackpets #blackdog #dogsofinstagram #adoptme #selena #greatplainsspca #greatplainsfamily
11/25/2021
Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁🍂 We are *CLOSED* to the public today.⠀
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Today and every day, we are grateful to each and every one of you for being here and supporting our mission. From all of us -- thank you, and have a happy holiday! 🤎