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KC Pet Project Patio Party

Join us for the KC Pet Project Inaugural Patio Party!

August 17, 2025 | 7PM

Meet us at the shelter, enjoy an ice-cold beverage and rock out to some great tunes by featured artist: Hembree. Bring your friends and party for a cause. Every ticket purchased benefits the cats and dogs at KC Pet Project!

Building a more compassionate community for

pets & people

We open our doors to over 16,000 animals in need of a second chance every year.
For more than a decade, our lifesaving programs — from taking in lost and surrendered pets to providing veterinary care, adoptions, foster homes, and pet-support services — reflect our innovative leadership in animal welfare and our unwavering mission to create a compassionate community for pets and people.

Animal Control Transitions to City Management July 30

To report animal concerns, Kansas City, Mo. residents can contact the City’s Animal Services Division by calling 311. Learn more here.

Upcoming Events

Find out about upcoming events at KC Pet Project! View our calendar for a list of events by location or browse our events posted on Facebook.

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Best Friend

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2024 Lifesaving Statistics
16,028
animals cared for
Dog cat
10436
Adopted
Dog
9482
Spay / Neuter Surgeries Performed
cat
1856
Lost Pets Reunited with their Families
The Roasterie at KCCAC

Roasterie Coffee Shop

  • Mon-Sat: 7am-6pm
  • Sun: 8am-4pm
  • Exterior window open before noon daily.
Retail Store
Shop KC Pet Project’s Online Retail Store – Proceeds from all purchases benefit the pets at our shelter!

Your support means the world to our organization and our pets.

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Guidestar
Adopt-a-Pet Platinum Certified Partner
Petco Love
Maddie's Fund
City of Kansas City, Missouri