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July President’s Impact Report

July was the toughest month we’ve seen in nearly 11 years at KC Pet Project.  More dogs arrived than ever before in our city’s history (818 dogs), fueled by a 24% increase in the number of dogs being brought in last month by the public as strays.  Throughout the month, we shared our challenges transparently with...
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Foster a pet. Save a life. Foster Event

Foster a Pet. Save a Life! From Friday, August 25th through Sunday, August 27th, KC Pet Project is hosting an event at the KC Campus for Animal Care in an effort to move 50 dogs into foster homes. If you have been interested in fostering and have been wanting to learn more about what it is...
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At-Risk Dogs – August 14, 2023

These are all of the dogs that are currently on our at-risk list that are priorities to move out of the shelter. All adoption fees of these dogs are fee-waived in an effort to get them into homes. Our shelter continues to be at capacity, and we receive at least 30 new dogs, on average,...
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At-Risk Dogs – August 7, 2023

These are all of the dogs that are currently on our at-risk list that are priorities to move out of the shelter. All adoption fees of these dogs are fee-waived in an effort to get them into homes. Our shelter continues to be at capacity, and we receive at least 30 new dogs, on average,...
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June President’s Impact Report

If the second half of 2023 is anything like the first six months, we will be looking at unprecedented numbers of pets and people in need across our community.  Already in 2023, we’ve taken in 7,640 dogs, cats, and other pets at KCPP.  Total intake of dogs and cats is still running at the highest level recorded...
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KC Pet Project Day Adoption Special

Here’s a great opportunity to adopt a new best friend for only $30! Beginning this Thursday, July 20th and running through Sunday, July 23rd, you can adopt a pet from KC Pet Project for only $30. The special will apply to any dog weighing 30 pounds or more and all adult cats at the KC...
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Kansas City Man Faces Felony Abuse Charge in Connection with Abuse and Death of a Bulldog Named Rom

A Kansas City man, Ryan R. Jackson, 30 years old of Kansas City, MO, faces a charge of Animal Abuse, an E felony, in connection with a dog named Rom’s abuse and death in October 2022, which was announced by Jackson County Prosecutor, Jean Peters Baker, yesterday. Jackson also faces charges in connection with a...
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Support KC Pet Project Pets to Win Taylor Swift Tickets

Get ready to see “Sparks Fly”, because this is your chance for you and a friend to see Taylor Swift in concert on July 8th at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Every $50 donation to support the pets of KC Pet Project enters you for a chance to win two tickets to make your “Wildest Dreams” come true! All donations...
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May President’s Impact Report

I know everyone is feeling the strain from the unusually high numbers of animals arriving – with 1,445 new dogs and cats having arrived at our shelter in May.  In just the first five months, we’ve already taken in more than 6,000 dogs and cats – well ahead of last year’s record numbers.  Stray pets being brought...
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Red, White, and Woof Adoption Special

Plus Pet Safety for 4th of July Holiday KC Pet Project will host their annual Red, White, and Woof Adoption Event starting Wednesday, June 28th and the special will continue through Wednesday, July 5th. This year, adoptions will be fee-waived during the extended event. Pet adoptions will be fee-waived for all dogs 20 pounds or...
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