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Friday, October 05, 2012  The charges are for one count of animal abuse and one count of improper disposal of animal remains

Tuesday, October 02, 2012  Several decayed animals were found, while starving animals were taken so they could receive medical attention

Wednesday, May 30, 2012  "Summer time is particularly a busier time. Animals are usually in heat throughout the spring and if those animals are spayed or neutered then that’s when you see the litters of puppies and kittens and increased intake."- Colin LaVaute

Monday, May 21, 2012  Blaze destroyed the Mokane home

Saturday, April 28, 2012  All money raised goes to the American Cancer Society

Thursday, April 12, 2012  A new partnership between the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine and the Central Missouri Humane Society is saving the lives of homeless animals.

Monday, January 09, 2012  In extreme cases of animal neglect, state law allows for a sentence of 4 years in prison.

Monday, November 07, 2011  The program works to change the negative stigma attached to many breeds including pit bulls and bulldogs.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011  Missouri has long been known as the puppy mill capital of the nation but one state official hopes to change that.

Monday, July 18, 2011  The Humane Society of the United States has contributed money to a group trying to change the way lawmakers can overturn voter-approved bills in Missouri.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011  The tornado that destroyed Joplin has also left hundreds of animals hurt and homeless.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011  Update: Governor Nixon has signed legislation repealing part of a voter-approved dog law.

Monday, April 25, 2011  Update: Video of the rallies added. Two rallies went on Wednesday evening in the Capitol city, the debate over how to regulate the state's dog breeders is far from over.

Wednesday, December 08, 2010  The Columbia/Boone County Animal Control Officers are offering the gift of responsible pet ownership this holiday season.

Thursday, April 01, 2010  Volunteers walk shelter dogs on a trail near the Central Missouri Humane Society headquarters on Saturday mornings.