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# Open Door Animal Sanctuary

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- [Upcoming Events | Latest News | Adoptable Pets](https://odas.org/news/) - The globe is warming. In 2020, the intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) concluded in its annual meeting.
- [Paws to Party Dinner Auction - Sunday, Aug. 16](https://odas.org/paws-to-party-dinner-auction-sunday-aug-16/) - Join us for our annual Paws to Party Dinner Auction benefiting the rescued cats and dogs of Open Door Animal Sanctuary. Sunday, August 16, 2026 Hilton St. Louis Frontenac Sponsorships are now available and include tickets to the event.Individual tickets will go on sale at the end of May. Sign up today to be a sp0nsor:https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pawstopartysponsorships Purchase your
- [Leo - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/leo-ready-for-adoption/) - I'm Leo, I'm six years old, and I plan to become your next Best Buddy.What do I bring to the table? Um... you mean besides a set of lower teeth that look like the curtain call of a musical when the leading couple comes out? Because I think that's pretty irresistible on its own.I know,
- [Texas Roadhouse Dine Out Fundraiser (Festus Location)- Tuesday, July 7th](https://odas.org/texas-roadhouse-dine-out-fundriaser-festus-location-tuesday-july-7th/) - Stop by Texas Roadhouse in Festus on Tuesday, July 7th from 3pm to 10pm for some amazing food while supporting the cats and dogs at Open Door! Present this flyer to your server, and 10% of sales will go to the animals at ODAS Tuesday, July 7th3:00PM – 10:00PM1351 Shapiro Dr. Festus, MO 63028
- [Mylz - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mylz-ready-for-adoption/) - Okay, I've found my theme song. D'ya wanna hear it? It goes, BUT I WOULD WALK FIVE HUNDRED MYLZ AND I WOULD WALK FIVE HUNDRED MORE...See? It's perfect. I mean, my name is Mylz, first of all. And second of all, are you telling me we might get to go for a WALK?! I don't even
- [Eureka - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/eureka-ready-for-adoption/) - Okay, so here's the plan: get a big ol' giant flashing neon sign that says "KID FRIENDLY, CAT FRIENDLY, DOG FRIENDLY" and just carry it with me everywhere I go until I get adopted. Right now, the sign on my condo door says the basics: that my name is Eureka, that I'm about four years
- [Charlie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/charlie-ready-for-adoption/) - Every life is filled with highs and lows, but mine? Mostly lows. I don't mean that in a negative way. I just mean that, with these little legs, I live my life six inches off the ground. My name is Charlie, but Charlie is a really common name and I'm not the only Charlie in
- [Extreme Family Fun Festival Adoption Event - Saturday, June 13](https://odas.org/extreme-family-fun-festival-adoption-event-saturday-june-13/) - Join us at the STL Athletic Center in Fenton for an amazing time! There will be activities for all ages, including zip lines, bounce houses, laser tag, petting zoos, food, and more! Plus, Open Door Animal Sanctuary will have some adorable, adoptable puppies. If you are looking to add a new furry addition to your
- [Dog Days of Summer Adoption Event - Saturday, June 13](https://odas.org/dog-days-of-summer-adoption-event-saturday-june-13/) - Dog Days of Summer – Downtown Festus Open Door Animal Sanctuary will be participating in Dog Days of Summer on Saturday, June 13 from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM in beautiful Downtown Festus! Stop by our table to say hello, learn more about ODAS, and meet some of our adoptable pups looking for loving forever homes. This dog-friendly community event will feature local rescues,
- [Ginger - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ginger-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Being old should come with a few privileges, right? I should be called "Madame" instead of just "Ginger." I should be spending my retirement lounging on a beach in The Maldives and being waited on by exquisite boys. I should live in a drafty manor with a massive oil painting of my own face on
- [Mr. Koopa - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mr-koopa-ready-for-adoption/) - Little Mr. Koopa, at your service! Whatever you're doing, I'm here to help. Cleaning? Paperwork? Performing microsurgery? Negotiating a hostage crisis? I'll be right there to assist. Experienced? Friend, I'm four months old. Experience is relative. On one hand, I've got a lifetime's worth of experience being A Very Helpful Guy. On the other, I
- [Homer - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/homer-ready-for-adoption/) - Some dogs look like they were born to be companions to kings and queens. Me? Absolutely not. If you look up "street urchin" in the dictionary, my picture is there. I'm 12 years old, like seven pounds soaking wet, and I look like someone took a perfectly respectable chihuahua and scotch-taped fur to it in
- [Merrick - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/merrick-ready-for-adoption/) - Isn't it amazing how siblings, born and raised in the same home, with the same genes, can be so different from each other? My name is Merrick and, out of a family of spotlight-seekers, I'm the wallflower. I'm the kind of guy who would rather write a poem or study birds than stand up and
- [Sissy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/36098-2/) - Fauja Singh completed the Toronto Waterfront Marathon at the age of 100. They had to create a whole new age division for track & field athlete Stanislaw Kowalski because he was 105 when he last competed! So don't count me out just yet. My name may be "Sissy," but I'm no shrinking violet. Yes, I'm 12
- [Bitty - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bitty-ready-for-adoption/) - ADDRESSING THE RUMORS... Hi guys, it's me, Bitty, and I just want to talk to you about something that's been on my mind. See, I've had people make assumptions about me that are based on, frankly, hurtful stereotypes, and I want you to know the truth. First of all, I know calicos often get a reputation
- [Adoption Event at Toasted Coffee - Sat., May 30](https://odas.org/adoption-event-toasted-coffee-saturday-may-30/) - Join Open Door Animal Sanctuary and some of our adorable, adoptable puppies for a fun time at Toasted Coffee House! Stop by and meet your new best friend! Saturday, May 30th 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 3015 High Ridge Blvd, High Ridge, MO 63049
- [Binx - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/binx-ready-for-adoption/) - Tall, dark, handsome, and best of all- totally available! That's me. Binx. The most eligible cat in town. Sure, it may be my thick hair and kind eyes that gets you to swipe right on me initially, but I'm more than just a pretty face. When we finally meet, that's when the real magic happens. Sparks
- [Kettelhut’s Pig Out for a Cause - Wed., June 10](https://odas.org/kettelnuts-pig-out-for-a-cause-wed-june-10/) - Stop by Kettelhut’s Smokehouse in Crystal City on Wednesday, June 10th from 5pm to 8pm for some amazing BBQ while supporting the cats and dogs at Open Door! 10% of all sales will go to the animals at ODAS Wednesday, June 10th5:00PM – 8:00PM1267 N Truman Blvd #1396 Crystal City, MO 63019
- [Sapphire - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sapphire-ready-for-adoption-2/) - I'm Sapphire and I'm here to tell you all about me! Now, I could pretend that I'm the kind of dog who just loafs around all the time. Shenanigans? Never heard of her. My favorite activity is sitting quietly and being seen, not heard. I could tell you all that, but let's be honest- there's no
- [Peepers - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/peepers-ready-for-adoption/) - Look, you and I both know adopting me would be a bad idea. No, I hear you- "I'm torn, Peepers. You're just so darn cute." I get it. But do you REALLY want something this cute in your house? What if I outshine your decor? What if I outshine your children? Think about it. Who
- [Spring Trivia Night, Saturday, May 16, 6 PM](https://odas.org/spring-trivia-night-saturday-may-16-6-pm/) - Join us for a fun and lively evening at Open Door Animal Sanctuary’s Spring Trivia Night! 📅 Saturday, May 16📍 Kirkwood Community Center (111 S. Geyer Rd)⏰ Doors open at 6 PM | Trivia begins at 7 PM 💲 $30 per person or $240 for a table of 8 Gather your friends, form a team,
- [Freddy's Custard & Burgers Fundraiser - May 20](https://odas.org/dine-out-for-a-cause-freddys-may-20/) - Mark your calendar for May 20, 2026 | 5–9 PM and turn dinner into a donation. Freddy’s in Fenton (677 Gravois Bluffs Blvd.) is giving 15% of event sales back to our animals. How to participate:In-store: Show the flyer or say, “I’m here for the fundraiser.”Online/Mobile: Use promo code GIVEBACK. Custard tastes better when it
- [Dine Out Fundrasier - Red Robin (Gravois Bluffs) May 14](https://odas.org/dine-out-fundrasier-red-robin-gravois-bluffs-may-14/) - Looking for an easy way to support homeless cats and dogs? Join us for a Dine Out Fundraiser at Red Robin and make your meal matter. Event Details Date: May 14, 2026 Location: 130 Gravois Bluffs Circle, Fenton, MO 63026 When you dine in or order to-go, 20% of eligible food sales will be donated
- [JoAnn - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/joann-ready-for-adoption/) - Here's the process for meeting me (JoAnn): First, maybe you peek into my condo from the hallway and think, "Aww! Look at that one with the squishy little face!" Or maybe I'm hanging out somewhere tucked away and you don't even see me. Probably, you think, "She looks kind of scared. She might not want
- [Yuki - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/yuki-ready-for-adoption-2/) - You looking for a junior scamp? A little rascal? A baby rapscallion? Well, look no further! My name is Yuki, but you can call me whatever you like. I mean, I'm all of eighteen weeks old. Nothing about my life or identity is set in stone. I don't even have a family! I'm a silly goose
- [P.G. - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/p-g-ready-for-adoption/) - My name- P.G.- probably stands for something basic, like "Pretty Girl," but I think every cat should be able to define themselves the way they see fit! Like maybe, for me, P.G. stands for "Peregrine" like a peregrine falcon, the fastest bird in the world! I'm a young cat, only about a year old, and
- [Kel - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/kel-ready-for-adoption/) - ATTENTION! EVERYONE! EYES OVER HERE! No, I don't have an announcement. Why would you think that? I just REALLY want your attention! My name is Kel and I need you to bust me out of here A-S-A-P. Why? What's the rush? Well, I really want to spend every waking minute of the rest of my
- [Rhapsody - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/rhapsody-ready-for-adoption/) - You know, Rhapsody is really a fitting name for me- a piece of music that flows and changes and really moves you. Something that throws the strict rules out the window when they don't really matter and, in doing so, makes magic. I'm an awesome dog. I'm super cuddly- a leaner, a snuggler, an aspiring lap
- [Give STL Day -May 7th](https://odas.org/give-stl-day-may-7th/) - Early giving is now open! Your gift to Open Door Animal Sanctuary will go twice as far thanks to a generous matching grant. For every dollar you give, your donation will be matched—up to $20,000! Help us help the cats and dogs who depend on us by making your gift today: Click here to donate!
- [Thank You for an Incredible Give STL Day](https://odas.org/thank-you-for-an-incredible-give-stl-day/) - Open Door Animal Sanctuary is grateful to everyone who supported us during Give STL Day. Thanks to 178 generous donors, we raised an incredible $41,345 for the cats and dogs in our care. Your support helps provide food, shelter, medical care, enrichment, and second chances for animals who need us. We are also proud to
- [Bogey & Junior - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bogey-junior-ready-for-adoption/) - Some brothers are born, some are made! Bogey (8) and Junior (7) aren’t related by blood, but they’re total best buddies who do everything together.These big, gray-and-white boys are super soft, ridiculously loving, and basically twins. They play with toys and each other all day, give the best headbutts and kisses, purr on command, and
- [Gomer - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gomer-ready-for-adoption/) - I don't mean to complain, but I was given to believe that I would find a home as soon as I was ready to go. "Don't get too comfortable, Gomer," they all said. "You're not going to last long." I can see where that seemed like a reasonable prediction. I mean, I'm adorable, outgoing, curious, and
- [Odette - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/odette-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Look out, world: here I come! My name is Odette and I'm ready to make my debut. I might just be the girl of your dreams, so don't pass me by! I'm six months old and the absolute epitome of adorable. Like, you don't even have to do anything. When I want cuddles, I take
- [Lady Tremaine - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/lady-tremaine-ready-for-adoption/) - Something special is about to happen for me, but I don't quite know what to expect! My name is Lady Tremaine and, in one week and six days, I will have my very first BIRTHDAY! That's right: it's the day when I get to have balloons and candles and... get superpowers? Find out what faction of
- [Reecey - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/reecey-ready-for-adoption/) - Okay team! I'm Reecey, your activities coordinator for the day. Here's the schedule: First, we race. Then, we snack. Then, we nap. For the race portion of the day, you don't actually have to run. I can do the zoomies for both of us! All you have to do is stand there and occasionally do
- [Shanghai - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/shanghai-ready-for-adoption/) - Where'd I get these extra toes? Well, I was walking along one day, counting on my toes the number of reasons you should adopt me, when I ran out of toes before I ran out of reasons. Suddenly, I came upon a mysterious lamp half-buried in the dirt. I pulled it out and began to
- [Meatball - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/meatball-ready-for-adoption/) - Some of us thrive on chaos, while some of us... do not. My name is Meatball (I know it's a gender-ambiguous name. I'm a Miss Meatball, in case you were wondering) and I'm the sort who prefers minimal chaos, thanks very much. Now, don't get me wrong- It's not that I'm a lazy dog! I'm only
- [THANK YOU!](https://odas.org/thank-you-2/) - HIGH FIVE! We made it! You did it! Our Shelter Slumber Pawty fundraiser has officially hit our $20,000 goal. Huge thanks to everyone who gave and to everyone who came to spend the night and put everything they had into their fundraisers. You're all amazing and words can't express how lucky we are to have
- [Crestwood Neighborhood Yard Sale - Sat. April 25, 7 a.m.](https://odas.org/crestwood-neighborhood-yard-sale-sat-april-25-7-a-m/) - The Friends of ODAS will be participating in the Crestwood Neighborhood Yard Sale! Saturday, April 25, 2026Time: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Location: 9122 Clydesdale Drive, Crestwood, MO Stop by, shop for great finds, and support a great cause. All proceeds benefit the rescued cats and dogs at Open Door Animal Sanctuary. Shoppers can view the full list
- [Sushi - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sushi-ready-for-adoption/) - Okay, get ready. You've gotta rehearse because, once you take me home, your life will be full of these encounters. When people say "Oh my gosh, what a cute dog!" you say, "Thank you! This is Sushi. He's friendly and loves people!" And when they say, "What kind of dog is he?" you can say,
- [Puddle - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/puddle-ready-for-adoption/) - My mission: destroy, dismantle, engulf in flames. Whether it's the patriarchy, oppressive systems of government, or the tchotchkes on your tchotchke shelf... I'm not picky. If there's chaos, I'm a happy little Puddle. Puddle is my name, by the way. Isn't it sweet and cute and springy? And yes, that is one side of my
- [Shelter Slumber Pawty - Donate Today!](https://odas.org/shelter-slumber-pawty-saturday-april/) - This Saturday, April 18, our dedicated volunteers will spend the night at Open Door Animal Sanctuary, giving extra love and attention to the 350+ cats and dogs in our care. You can be part of the impact. Your donation directly supports food, medical care, and daily needs for the animals who rely on us every single
- [Puttin' For Paws TopGolf Fundraiser - Sunday, April 26](https://odas.org/18567-2/) - Join us for an afternoon of fun, food and friendly competition while supporting the animals at Open Door Animal Sanctuary! Date: April 26, 2026Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PMLocation: Topgolf Chesterfield – Chairman Suite Enjoy 3 hours of unlimited Topgolf play, a delicious fajita dinner, and exciting raffle opportunities—all while helping provide care for cats and dogs waiting for their
- [Mylah - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mylah-ready-for-adoption/) - Tuesday Boost-Day! Mylah is still waiting! She and I hit the trails this weekend and she was a dream. Sure, she's a huge dog, but she listened well and was lovely and gentle with everyone. We even had an off-leash dog run up to us (rude- don't do this on public trails) and she was
- [Jonesy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/jonesy-ready-for-adoption/) - Sometimes, we seniors can start to feel like society has forgotten about us. I'm Jonesy and I'm 13 years old, so some might think my best days are behind me. I have to say, I disagree. Imagine if they'd said that to Sir Ian McKellan, Betty White, or Morgan Freeman. Yep. That's me: a four-legged national
- [Butterscotch - Ready for adoption!](https://odas.org/butterscotch-ready-for-adoption/) - Sometimes, when you're nothing short of brilliant, the world doesn't really know how to deal with you. I'm Butterscotch, a child prodigy, and I'm looking for someone who can help me shine! I just turned seven months old and I'm growing like a weed! I'm already about 45 lb and all legs. I'm smart and fun
- [Tinker - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/tinker-ready-for-adoption/) - I'm Tinker and, of course, I know what it's like being quite a large dog. I know that sometimes, people think you're kind of scary just because you're big and brindle, even if they don't know you at all. Do I wish everybody would take the time to get to know me? Of course I do.
- [Arlo - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/arlo-ready-for-adoption/) - Just call me "Arlo, the eternal optimist" because I'm pretty sure things are going to work out for the best. Like, right now, if you're looking for a cat, I bet you want one who loves to be held and loves being in your lap. I bet that, if you were to go to Build-a-Cat
- [Dan - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/dan-ready-for-adoption/) - Wowee! That Dan! Whatta guy! Whatta good boy! Whatta star! That's what everyone says when they see me. And you know what? They're absolutely right. I am all those things. I have so much charisma that even the fleas won't bite me. They're like "You know what, buddy? Have a good day. Let's meet up for a
- [Open Easter Sunday - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.](https://odas.org/open-easter-sunday-10-a-m-2-p-m/) - We are open to the public Easter Sunday! We will close at 2 PM on Easter Sunday, but will otherwise be open during our normal hours: 10 AM to 4 PM, seven days a week.
- [Catdog - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/catdog-ready-for-adoption/) - No, no... I can see where you might be confused. But let me clear it up: Catdog is my NAME, not my species. I'm actually 100% feline, from head to tail. How do I know I'm a cat? Well, if you're working on the computer and in the middle of something fiddly, I can detect
- [Dine out for a Cause: Red Robin - April 2](https://odas.org/dine-out-for-a-cause-red-robin-april-2/) - Join us on April 2, 2026 at Red Robin in Fenton, where 20% of food sales will be donated to Open Door Animal Sanctuary. Dine in or place a to-go order at 130 Gravois Bluffs Circle, Fenton, MO 63026 and show the flyer or mention the fundraiser to your server so your purchase is included.
- [Hometown Vet Partners- Adoption Event, Sat. Mar., 28](https://odas.org/hometown-vet-partners-adoption-event-sat-march-28/) - Join us for a special meet-and-greet featuring some of our wonderful adoptable dogs. This is your chance to spend time with these sweet pups, learn more about their personalities and ask our team any questions about the adoption process. If you find your perfect match, you can complete your adoption application right on-site. We can’t
- [Guava - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/guava-ready-for-adoption/) - People keep saying things to me like, "Poor Guava! Still here after all this time!" or "I can't believe little Guava hasn't found a home yet!" I don't get it, though. I'm a happy little boy! I'm eight months old and have been here since I was just a little fella, so the shelter is
- [Lilith - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/lilith-ready-for-adoption/) - Don't hate me because I'm beautiful. I mean, if you did, it would be so sad for the both of us! You would miss out on getting to know an amazing, sweet cat, and I would never get the chance to get to know what could become my favorite human! My name is Lilith and I'm
- [Gary De'Snake - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gary-desnake-ready-for-adoption/) - WHOOOOOO'S A GOOD HUMAN?! You are! Oh yes you are a good human! Come over here and see your best friend, Gary De'Snake! That's me! I assume we're best friends, anyway. I'm best friends with everyone. And you seem like just the sort of person I like most! I'm six months old and I've been
- [Toasted Coffee Fundraiser - March 21](https://odas.org/dine-in-fundrasier-at-toasted-coffee-march-21/) - Start your Saturday with coffee, community and compassion! Join us at Toasted Coffee House in High Ridge for a special fundraiser supporting Open Door Animal Sanctuary. On Saturday, March 21st from 8 AM – 12 PM, Toasted will donate 20% of all orders to help care for the thousands of rescued dogs and cats. Every
- [Edgar - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/edgar-ready-for-adoption/) - If being slightly obsessed with Edgar is wrong, I don't wanna be right. Edgar is sweet. He's inquisitive. He's a little ridiculous. He's only a year old. And he's absolutely stupid levels of cute. Honestly? I'm almost disappointed that Edgar has made so much progress in the shelter because I kind of wanted to take him
- [Texas Roadhouse Dine-to-Donate - March 12](https://odas.org/texas-roadhouse-dine-to-donate-march-12/) - Enjoy a great meal while helping homeless pets in our community! Join us at Texas Roadhouse in Arnold for a special Dine-In or To-Go Fundraising Night benefiting Open Door Animal Sanctuary. When you present our flyer, Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchase directly to support the animals in our care. 📅
- [Banana - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/banana-ready-for-adoption/) - What was Beethoven's favorite fruit? BA-NA-NA-NAAAaaaaa. What kind of key opens a Banana? A monkey! Why do people love Bananas so much? They're a-PEEL-ing! And why are Bananas never lonely? They come in bunches! My name is Banana and I want to be part of your bunch! I'm seven months old I've waited my whole
- [Mylah - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/18436-2/) - Hi!!!! Hi there!!!! My name is Mylah and my aura word is "unbridled." Unbridled enthusiasm, unbridled joy, and unbridled love! Restraint is not in my vocabulary. I know dogs don't wear bridles, but also... at 93 lb, I'm practically "small horse" sized! A really cute, super sweet, slightly-fuzzy, totally irresistible big galoot of a dog.
- [Master Chief - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/master-chief-ready-for-adoption/) - Imagine you woke up tomorrow and, with no warning at all, you had been dropped into the middle of Shanghai. You don't speak Mandarin or know much at all about Chinese customs, culture, geography, or anything, and practically every single person you encounter has been in China all their lives, so all this seems completely
- [Pins Fur Paws - Sunday, March 8](https://odas.org/pins-fur-paws-sunday-march-8/) - The 3rd Annual Pins Fur Paws is back Sunday, March 8th from 12p-3p at Shrewsbury Lanes! Join the A.D. Show and KSHE 95 crewfor an afternoon of bowling, tail wags and doing some serious good. Just bring a 15-pound bag of pet food per person — or a case of canned food— and you’ll bowl
- [Sarabi - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sarabi-ready-for-adoption/) - Here's a challenge: find one single thing about me that is not utter perfection. Just call me Sarabi Poppins because, like my homegirl Mary, I'm practically perfect in every way. I'm young (2 years). I'm little. I'm friendly. I purr all the time. My toaster butt game is immaculate. My personality, nonpareil. I'm a biscuit-making virtuoso.
- [Peanut - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/peanut-ready-for-adoption/) - RBF or "Resting B*tch Face" is defined as "a facial expression that unintentionally creates the impression that a person is angry, annoyed, irritated, or contemptuous." Famous sufferers include Kristen Stewart, King Louis XIV, and Grumpy Cat. And me: Peanut. A literal angel. An absolute cherub. A precious little jewel... who just happens to, at all
- [Jethro - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/jethro-ready-for-adoption/) - You probably think you want a smart dog, right? A real egghead. Well, I'm Jethro, and I gotta tell you... clever clogs dogs are kinda overrated. Sure, if you want to spend a whole bunch of time doing puzzles and giving them jobs to do and teaching them tricks and stuff, then a brainy pup
- [Mimosa - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mimosa-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey, I'm Mimosa, and I was just wondering... I've heard a rumor. I don't know if you can confirm this for me because it seems too good to be true, but I really want to believe it. I've heard that there's someone out there for everyone. Even me. I've heard that there are people in the
- [Luau - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/luau-ready-for-adoption/) - Here's the dealio: your quest for the perfect cat has finally reached its conclusion. The title of that final happily-ever-after chapter? "Luau." That's my name. And how do I know I'm the cat for you? I mean, come on. Do you want cuddly? Oh, I'll show you cuddly! I'm the kind of cat who lets
- [Bonnie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bonnie-ready-for-adoption/) - Spring is in the air! And I don't know about you, but I think it's the perfect time to add a little whimsy into your life.Might I suggest a pretty little pastel-dappled cat named Bonnie? A bonny little bon-bon in a bonnet (well. Not currently. But if anyone knows where to get cat bonnets, I
- [Cosmic Stardust & Dream Float - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/cosmic-dream-float-ready-for-adoption/) - Have you ever noticed that some of the scariest things you'll do are also the ones most wonderful and most worth it? Pursuing your dreams, falling in love, having a child, moving to a new and exciting place... and getting adopted. Cosmic Stardust and Dream Float are a pair of sweet girls who are learning
- [Dharma - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/dharma-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Here are some of the reasons Dharma has been turned down in the past week or so. 1. She's too old (5 years old). 2. She's too big (yes, there's no denying she is a rotund lady). 3. She's the wrong color. 4. Her hair isn't long enough. 5. She doesn't really like to be
- [❤️ Valentine’s Day Pinball Tournament Fundraiser - Feb. 14🐾](https://odas.org/❤️-valentines-day-split-flipper-pinball-tournament-fundraiser-🐾/) - Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Open Door Animal Sanctuary at a Split Flipper Pinball Tournament Fundraiser at Murphy’s on 21—South County’s pinball pub! This all-ages event pairs teams of two, with each player controlling one flipper button, making teamwork and laughs part of the challenge. Whether you’re a pinball pro or just playing for fun, it’s
- [Sophie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sophie-ready-for-adoption/) - I don't know about you, but I think we could all use a little more softness in the world. Life is so full of sharp edges, bright lights, ticking clocks... wouldn't it be nice to just slow down for a moment and enjoy a little peace? My name is Sophie and I'll be your little
- [Mr. Big - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mr-big-ready-for-adoption/) - My name, Mr. Big, makes me sound a bit like a middle school teacher, right? Like, what is my first name? Do I sleep in the school? The world is full of mysteries! At 22 weeks old, I'm much too young to get my teaching license, but I am making plenty of other plans! This
- [Darlin' - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/darlin-ready-for-adoption/) - All dogs are wonderful in their own way, but let's be honest: you want a really COOL dog. Like me. My name is Darlin' and I'm the total package.First of all, my name is apropos. I absolutely am darling: loving, outgoing, loyal, and super sweet. I've got "someone's future soulmate" written all over me.But I'm
- [Go-T Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/17883-2/) - My name is Go-T and I know what you're thinking: with a beard like this, I must be SOMEONE'S evil twin, right? I hate to disappoint you, truly, but I really don't think I am. First of all... I'm super sweet. Not even one molecule of evil in this beefcake of a body. Even if
- [Beaux - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/beaux-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Beaux and here's my philosophy: Aging is inevitable. I know that. As it says in the ancient texts, "The years start coming and they don't stop coming." And, at 8 years old, I am technically a senior dog. But just because I've hit that magic number doesn't mean I have to go full
- [Purina Pet Parade - Sunday, Feb. 8](https://odas.org/purina-pet-parade-registration-is-open/) - Grab your pets (costumes optional!) and join the fun at the Purina Pet Parade! Enjoy vendors, food, costume contests, and plenty to see and do—pets welcome, or come just as you are. 📅 Sunday, February 8📍 12th & Allen | Soulard🕙 Registration starts at 10 AM You may register online here or that day at
- [Ryot - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ryot-ready-for-adoption/) - Do you feel that personal space is overrated? Are you interested in learning about attachment parenting your kitten? Do you feel that literally every activity in your day could be improved with a plus-one? Then you need Ryot! Ryot is 11 weeks old and ready to find a permanent home! She's a girl who knows
- [Koda - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/koda-ready-for-adoption/) - Some people want a standard-issue, cookie-cutter dog: one who looks like thousands of others. One who fits into neat categories. I'm for those other guys. The ones who want a one-of-a-kind dog. My name is Koda and you're not going to find my face on mass-produced socks that say "proud owner of a [insert breed
- [Aurora - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/aurora-ready-for-adoption/) - Did you know that, for every birthday you have, you get to make a wish? My name is Aurora and I just celebrated my first birthday! I know you're not supposed to tell people what you wished for, but I feel like I can trust you. I wished, of course, for a family. Someone to love me
- [Lucy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/lucy-ready-for-adoption-2/) - So, here's the story: when I was a li'l baby, my people thought I was a girl, so they named me "Lucy." When my gentleman's jewels dropped and they realized I was a little boy, they changed it! Lucas? Lucien? Louis? Lucky? Nah. They went with "Lucifer." So that's my name. The shelter didn't give it
- [Four-Legged Film Festival - Sunday, February 1](https://odas.org/17410-2/) - Let's go to the movies! Join us at the Hi-Pointe Theater on Sunday, February 1 for a special presentation of the New York Cat Film Festival (1 PM) and The New York Dog Film Festival (3 PM). Come for one or stay for both! The NY Dog & Cat Film Festivals are compilations including animated,
- [Sheila - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sheila-ready-for-adoption/) - You guys, we need to talk about Sheila. This girl is just two weeks away from the one-year-in-the shelter mark. That will be half her life spent as a shelter dog. And she is a hidden GEM. Like, I work here and it's my job to know how great every animal is and even I had no
- [Banjo - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/banjo-ready-for-adoption/) - Attention, all friends - current and future - of Banjo! (That is, me). If you've got plans for this weekend, cancel them, because there's a PARTY AT MY PLACE! It's gonna be LIT. We've got a Kong bar, a tap water keg, and- get this- my buddy Chaz says his roommate has this crazy new tennis
- [Banana, Kiwi and Apple Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/banana-kiwi-and-apple-ready-for-adoption/) - Chocolate and roses for Valentine's Day? Booooo. That's tired. That's a cliche. You need something fresh. Something sweet. Something like... fruit! Orrrrrr... puppies! Meet Banana, Kiwi, and Apple. Six months old and each looking for their own individual Special Someone. Both black and white ones (Banana and Kiwi) are boys and Apple (tan and white) is
- [Penné - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/penne-ready-for-adoption/) - Would you rather spend an evening in your recliner than out on the town? Do you enjoy a lovely walk in the park on a nice day and think the only thing that could make it better would be to have a friend along for company? Well... then I think we might be a good
- [Gizmo - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gizmo-ready-for-adoption/) - Things that are rather round: 1. The earth (an oblate spheroid, technically) 2. Bowling balls and other sports-specific spheres. 3. Many lovely fruits, including oranges and cherries. But the nicest of all round things? Me. Gizmo. 20ish pounds of gorgeous. No, I'm not pregnant. I'm a boy... and I'm neutered. I'm just... a substantial boy.
- [Bowie & Ozzie Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bowie-ozzie-ready-for-adoption/) - You know when you have a dream of your own, but everyone around you keeps saying you should do something else? I'm Bowie (black) and this is Ozzie (gray) and, listen... I get that we would make a perfect pair of henchmen. Or henchcats, if you prefer. I mean, we're a big mellow guy and
- [Turkey - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/turkey-ready-for-adoption/) - "As God is my witness, I thought turkeys could fly!" Well, this one practically can! My name is Turkey and I may not actually be able to flap my ears and soar through the air, but I can bounce, BoUnCe, BOUNCE pretty dang high! I'm as cute as can be, about three years old and thirty
- [Mitty - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mitty-ready-for-adoption/) - Parkour! Parkour! Hardcore parkour!My name is Mitty! You can't see my white mitts because I'm using them to cling onto this here cat tree, but trust me: they're there and they're marvelous. I'm seven months old, male, and looking for a home!So, I know there are plenty of people out there who want a cat
- [Groopert - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/groopert-ready-for-adoption/) - Well, I suppose every litter has to have its last one standing, right? I just didn't think it would be me! My name is Groopert and I've waited very patiently, but I'm just a baby. ANY patience from a four-month-old puppy is impressive, right?! It's my turn to find a family to love me, so
- [Marsh - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/marsh-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Marsh, I'm six months old, and I've heard I'm a "special boy" and I've often wondered what it is about me that makes people say that. Is it that I'm the softest little dreamsicle cloud you've ever had the pleasure of touching? Or that I'm totally fearless, super-outgoing, incredibly charming, and love
- [Holiday Hours 2025](https://odas.org/17089-2/) - Holiday Hours 🎄✨ Yes—you can visit us on Christmas! We’re open every day of the year. Normal hours: 10 AM–4 PM, seven days a week Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve: normal hours Christmas Day & New Year’s Day: open 10 AM–2 PM (closing early) We’d love to see you! 🐾
- [Chase - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/chase-ready-for-adoption/) - Sunny days, chasing the gray away. On my way to where the air is sweet... can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Okay, okay, I don't ACTUALLY come from Sesame Street. But don't I look like I would fit right in there? My name is Chase and, like so
- [Alex The Kitten - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/alex-the-kitten-ready-for-adoption/) - This one goes out to my buddy, Mr. Santa Nicholas Claus. Hey there Nick. It's me, Alex the Kitten. I hear you're in the business of making wishes come true and I was just wondering if you might be willing to take mine into consideration. See, I'm only six months old, so this is the
- [New Year for the Strays Trivia - Fri., Jan. 16](https://odas.org/new-year-for-the-strays-trivia-night-friday-jan-16/) - 🎉 Join Us for New Year for the Strays Trivia Night! Open Door Animal Sanctuary is excited to once again participate in the New Year for the Strays Trivia Night, benefiting local animal welfare organizations throughout our region! 📅 January 16, 2026⏰ 8 p.m.📍 The Ritz-Carlton, 100 Carondelet Plaza, Clayton, MO 63105 Enjoy an evening
- [Dharma - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/dharma-ready-for-adoption/) - You know the story of The Sword in the Stone? How only the rightful king could pull it free? Or maybe you're familiar with Thor's hammer, which can only be lifted by those noble enough to be worthy of its power? I'm Dharma and to be my friend is to be considered The Chosen One.
- [Rosé - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/rose-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Ooh! Ooh! Is it Foster Friday? Pick me! I volunteer as tribute! Tell the world I'm here and waiting! Tell 'em my name: Rosé. Don't forget the accent over the E! That's how you know it's pronounced Ro-ZAY. Actually, though, I guess I don't really care how they pronounce it. They can call me whatever
- [Swiss Miss - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/swiss-miss-ready-for-adoption/) - I don't know why they named me "Swiss Miss." I'm not from, nor have I ever been to, Switzerland. As for the "Miss" part, yeah, I'll give them that. I'm definitely unmarried. In fact, I sort of fall into the category of... well... let's just say it's going to take a special person to win
- [Etana - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/etana-ready-for-adoption/) - How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice, practice, practice! But there's a little more to it than that, right? My name is Etana and I believe in the power of practice, but also... we all know there are some people and dogs who are lucky enough to be born with some natural talent. They just have
- [Snickers - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/snickers-ready-for-adoption-2/) - National Ugly Sweater Day, you say? Now, you can have your opinion and I can have mine, but I feel I should come to the defense of so-called "ugly" outerwear.My name is Snickers and I happen to think that being colorful and intricately patterned is anything but ugly. Striking, maybe. Bold.Don't get me wrong. I
- [Electra - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/electra-ready-for-adoption/) - In the aaaaaarrrrrrmssss of the aaaaaaaaangellllllsssss....Hi. I'm Electra. Will you be an angel for a helpless animal? Every day, innocent dogs like me are given only 20-30 cookies at a time and are occasionally asked to please cool it with the face kisses. We are crying out for help. Please, call the number on your
- [Felix - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/felix-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Felix and my favorite thing about the Christmas season isn't the decorations or the gifts or the carols or the food. It's that sometimes, even when you're grown, you can believe that anything is possible at Christmas. Miracles, even.Like... it could be the time of year when, amidst all the people looking
- [We Did It! Thank You for an Incredible Giving Tuesday!](https://odas.org/giving-tuesday-dec-2nd/) - 🎉🥳 We are thrilled to share that we did it—you did it! 🥳🎉Not only did we reach our Giving Tuesday goal, but we surpassed our stretch goal and set a new record for ODAS. Your generosity and support mean more than we can express. 💛 Our grand total, including matching gifts and offline donations, is
- [Paisley - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/paisley-ready-for-adoption/) - It's the season for gift shopping and, listen... can I just say something? I think you deserve to get yourself a gift. Something good. Something REALLY good. Like, oh, I dunno... a kitten? A really cuddly black girl kitten named Paisley? I mean, you can name me (uh... I mean her. Your kitten, yanno) whatever
- [Bagheera - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bagheera-ready-for-adoption/) - Friends. It's Giving Tuesday Eve. What better way to celebrate than by introducing you to my favorite cat in the shelter? This is Bagheera. My love. My girl. My spherical angel. I mean, LOOK AT HER. That face. Those eyes. The little tongue blep. Oh my stars, isn't she the cutest? She's fat. She's middle-aged
- [Moose - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/moose-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Wiggly of butt, gentle of heart, asymmetrical of ear, and besnaggled of tooth... that's me! Moose! Yep, it's me again. Good ol' Moose the Goose, still holding out hope that someone will see me and decide to make me part of their family! So here's what you need to know: First of all, I'm real friendly.
- [Pretzel - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/pretzel-ready-for-adoption/) - It's no secret that I'm a little bit different. Galaxies in my eyes and a heart of the purest gold. My name is Pretzel and I can already tell that our friendship is going to be something special. Stop and lean to pet me for a moment and I won't pass up the opportunity. I'll just
- [Pastel - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/pastel-ready-for-adoption/) - Excuse me, but... do you happen to have a free lap? An unoccupied petting hand? Maybe you're experienced in the art of toy operation? If not, it's okay. I'll help you practice! My name is Pastel and I'm a little baby angel (well, two years old, so technically a fully-grown angel) in a petite cat body.
- [Raising Cane's Fundraiser - Nov. 18](https://odas.org/raising-canes-fundraiser-nov-18/) - Join Us for a Raising Cane’s Fundraiser! Visit Raising Cane’s at 2707 S Big Bend Blvd, Maplewood, MO on Tuesday, November 18, from 10 AM–10 PM and mention Open Door Animal Sanctuary (or use code RCFUND96 for online/app orders). Cane’s will generously donate 15% of net sales to support our mission of providing loving care
- [Butter Pecan - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/butter-pecan-ready-for-adoption/) - 4 weeks old, already about 20 lb (and growing!), cute as all get-out, and ready to be yours! My name is Butter Pecan and, if you want a puppy who is super-friendly and willing to learn, I do believe I may be your girl! I'm your typical baby dog: needle teeth, big heart, yet to
- [Holiday Bazaar – Saturday, November 15](https://odas.org/holiday-bazaar-saturday-november-15/) - Kick off the holiday season with us at the Holiday Bazaar, sponsored by Friends of Open Door Animal Sanctuary! 📍 St. Thomas Holy Spirit Church3980 S. Lindbergh Blvd.🗓️ Saturday, November 15🕘 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM ✨ Shop for Unique Items: Pet Items & Gift Baskets Holiday Decorations & Handmade Cards Vintage Treasures, Jewels &
- [Elizabeth - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/elizabeth-ready-for-adoption/) - Welcome to the inaugural meeting of the "This is Just My Face" club. My name is Elizabeth, founder and chairfeline, and here's what we, the cats of the TIJMF club, want you to know: This? This is just my face. I know I look shocked and offended, as though Former Soviet President, the Late Mikhail
- [Dante & Snow - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/dante-snow-ready-for-adoption/) - Just LOOK at these two. Really. Have you ever seen a more stylish pair? They're like the fashion statement of the year! Dante is all-black, petite, with a little round face and startling amber eyes. Snow is all-white, fluffy, with a long and elegant build and a little pink nose. I mean, they're such a
- [Chickie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/chickie-ready-for-adoption/) - Have you ever started something new and found yourself totally out of your depth? Moved to a new country where you didn't know the language? Started a new job that was so totally and completely different from your old one that you hardly knew which way was up? For me, it was coming to the shelter
- [Twitty - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/twitty-ready-for-adoption/) - Hello! Bonjour! Ni Hao! Me llamo Twitty. Or... Je m'appelle Twitty. Or... Ich heisse Twitty. I don't know which human language it is that you speak, but it doesn't really matter to me. I only speak cat, after all, and as far as I'm concerned, that's a universal language. So I hope you'll understand when I tell
- [Churro - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/churro-ready-for-adoption/) - How do you make a Churro? Weeeeeeeeelllll... Start with one puppy, golden brown and oh-so-delicious. Add a heaping scoop of fun, a whole lot of sweetness, and a liiiiiiittle dash of chaos (nah, who am I kidding? Put some extra chaos in there. No, more than that.) Mix it all up and... you're not quite
- [ODAS Music Bingo - November 7](https://odas.org/odas-music-bingo-november-7/) - For reservations, please email opendoorcats@aol.com
- [Toby - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/toby-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Hi! Whatcha doin'? Where ya goin'? Actually, doesn't matter. I'm gonna go ahead and tag along regardless! I'm just happy to be wherever you are. I'm Toby, by the way! I'm two years old, I'm a boy, I like to play, I'm black and white, I love having windows to look out, I'm super duper
- [Rain - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/rain-ready-for-adoption/) - "Fast" and "Speedy" mean the same thing. So do "Gorgeous" and "Beautiful." And, of course, "Cat" and "Goddess." My name is Rain and I'm a furry little deity looking for a queendom over which to preside. You can see how magnificent I am in a photo. It doesn't hold a candle to what I'm like
- [Penny - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/penny-ready-for-adoption-2/) - My name is Penny and I've got a secret. Well... maybe it's not so secret. Actually, I bet most people who meet me can figure it out. It's this: I have a magical power. I have the ability to make any human who comes close to me instantly happier! I'm not really sure how it works, but
- [Gadget - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gadget-ready-for-adoption/) - Just eighteen weeks ago, I was a tiny little newborn potato. Can you believe that? I couldn't walk or see or hear or anything. All I knew was the smell of my mama. Now, a lot has changed! I have a name- Gadget! And I can jump and play and wag my tail and eat treats
- [Bonded Pair Marvin & Elmer - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/marvin-elmer/) - What's your favorite thing about a kitten? The cuteness? The curiosity? The capers? The cuddliness? Marvin (cafe-au-lait-colored tabby) and Elmer (tabby and white with the little triangle nose) have got all that and more! Marvin is totally fearless and outgoing. Elmer is a little more reserved at first, but comes out of his shell quickly. Both boys
- [Crysta - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/crysta-ready-for-adoption/) - Some people worry a lot about what other people will think of them, but me? Nah. All I know how to do is be myself and, I gotta say, it's working out pretty well for me so far! My name is Crysta and I'm one-of-a-kind. My sense of style is unmatched: Patches AND stripes? Heck yeah!
- [Hank - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/hank-ready-for-adoption/) - There are two types of dogs in the world: those who will eye you with suspicion until you earn their love and trust and those whose entire goal in life is to physically meld with with you and walk around the world as some kind of conjoined dog/human hybrid creature... even if they just met
- [Claire - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/claire-ready-for-adoption/) - I know you'd love to know how I get this look. People are always all, "Claire, what's your hair routine? How do you get that volume? Those crimped ears are everything!" Or "Oh Claire, won't you please do a makeup tutorial? I need to know how to do my eyes like that!" Well, here's the secret:
- [Woodstock - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/woodstock-ready-for-adoption/) - What you want: A trusty friend, a very good boy, a co-pilot, and a dog who has lived with other dogs, cats, and little children and done well with all of them. What I want: A solid, reliable home with someone who will love me for life. Ideally, a fenced yard where I can play.
- [Subaru Loves Pets Trunk-or-Treat - Oct. 30](https://odas.org/subaru-loves-pets-trunk-or-treat-oct-30/) - Join us on Thursday, October 30 at Dean Team Subaru in Ballwin for a fun-filled evening celebrating Subaru Loves Pets Month! 👻 What to Expect: Trunk-or-Treating for the kids – costumes encouraged! Meet our adorable adoptable puppies (and maybe meet your new best friend!). Family-friendly fun, sweet treats, and community spirit. ✨ Don’t miss this
- [Raja - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/raja-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Raja and I'm worried about you. See, I get it. It would be only natural for you to worry about me. I mean, I've spent eight months here in the shelter and haven't been picked yet. I gave birth to my babies the day I arrived, raised them, and they were all
- [Hope - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/hope-ready-for-adoption/) - Ooh! Ooh! Me next! Pick me! Please? I've waited so patiently and seen so many other kittens come and go. Do you think it will be my turn soon? My name is Hope and, right now, I'm holding onto hope that my family will come for me soon. I'm six months old now and, so
- [Molly - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/molly-ready-for-adoption/) - I can tell just by looking at you that you're a good egg. A mensch. A stand-up guy/gal/other. I bet you're so nice that, in haunted houses, the ghouls just tap you on the shoulder and ask you for a hug. You're probably so sweet that next week on Great British Bake-Off is "You" Week.
- [Ava - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ava-ready-for-adoption/) - Night and day. Right and left. Up and down. Ava and... Ava? Lots of things have two sides that are totally different, but inextricably part of each other. And so do I. There's Ava the timid. The cautious. The dog who ducks her head and runs away when a stranger comes around and needs time to build
- [Dairy Queen - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/dairy-queen-ready-for-adoption/) - You might think that the ideal season for Dairy Queen is coming to an end, what with the chilly winds and all. But I disagree. I think Dairy Queen time is just beginning! Hi. I'm Dairy Queen. And it's time for me to shine. I'm adorable and outgoing. I love people and will roll over for belly
- [National Make a Dogs Day!](https://odas.org/national-make-a-dogs-day/) - October is #SubaruLovesPets month and today is #NationalMakeADogsDay! Give you dog an extra hug and kiss from all of us at Open Door!
- [Maynard - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/maynard-ready-for-adoption/) - I know orange cats who get adopted in fall generally get named "Pumpkin" or, if you're creative, "Jack," short for "Jack-o-Lantern." Me, though? I'm a cat for all seasons. I'll be your boy all year long. That's why I'm named Maynard. Being someone's cat is a big decision, especially if you mean to make it a rest-of-your-life
- [Morell - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/morell-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Morell and, now that I'm six months old, I suppose I'd probably better get organized! So, without further ado, here's my to-do list: 1. Daily desk flops. Make sure to get in at least a few reps! Bonus points if you can cover your human pals' whole keyboard. 2. Play with the
- [The Great GO! Halloween Race - Sat., Oct. 18](https://odas.org/the-great-go-st-louis-halloween-race-saturday-oct-18/) - The GO! St. Louis Halloween Race in Eureka is spooky fun for all—runs, dog walks, costumes & more! Look for our table at the registration site! While registration supports the event, your donation helps the cats & dogs of Open Door Animal Sanctuary. 🐶🐱 To donate: https://opendooranimalsanctuary-bloom.kindful.com/?campaign=1374331 To register for the race, go to: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/SaintLouis/TheGreatGOStLouisHalloweenRace
- [Ivy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ivy-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Are you absolutely and completely sick and tired of hearing anything at all about Taylor Swift? Would you rather eat a Carolina reaper than spend an evening at a party full of strangers and loud music? Is your idea of a perfect weekend one where you don't have to say a single word to anyone?
- [Hometown Vet Partners - Open House, Sat. Oct. 11](https://odas.org/hometown-vet-partners-open-house-sat-oct-11/) - Join Us for a Special Open House Event!📅 Saturday, October 11th | 11am–3pm📍 9575 Watson Rd, St. Louis Bring the whole family for a day of fun at Hometown Veterinary Partners, and we will be on-site with adoptable puppies. ✨ Highlights include: FREE Pet Portraits 📸 Yummy treats & giveaways Guided clinic tours Meet the
- [Bandit - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bandit-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Cheeeeeese! Wanna be my friend? We can do EVERYTHING together! My name is Bandit, but it's kinda a misnomer because bandits are criminals and I'm a law-abiding citizen and also a gentleman and a scholar. One thing I've learned is that, if you're a beefy boy like me, you've gotta be extra-gentle. I'm like 80
- [Sherlock - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sherlock-ready-for-adoption/) - Some people's dream dog is a tiny, fancy-colored, fluffy, smooshy-faced, designer-breed puppy. The more merled and doodled and expensive-looking, the better. And some people's dream dog is a scrappy, wiry-haired, hot mess of a boy who is somewhere between 10 and 722 years old and looks like he's been living in a shack in the woods. I'm
- [Help Fund Charli’s Life-Saving Care](https://odas.org/help-fund-charlis-life-saving-care/) - THANK YOU FOR HELPING CHARLI! WE SURPASSED THE GOAL, THANKS TO YOU! Charli is a 10-year-old cat who has been with us for about three years, living in our senior & special needs cat area. She has diabetes, which requires daily glucose monitoring and insulin shots. Normally, glucose monitoring for cats involves pricking their ear
- [National Night Out - Tuesday, Oct. 7](https://odas.org/national-night-out-tuesday-oct-7/) - The Byrnes Mill Police Department, in partnership with area first responders, invites you to National Night Out on Tuesday, October 7th from 4–7 PM at Spring Hills Church, 6247 Upper Byrnes Mill Road. Enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family! There will be Company B BBQ hot dogs, chips, drinks, kids’ games, raffles,
- [Frisco - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/frisco-ready-for-adoption/) - Believe it or not, I'm almost ten years old. Yes, it's true. I'm like the Keanu Reeves of dogs. Or maybe Keanu Reeves is the Frisco of humans. Both of us, permanently in our prime. Say, are you here to take me home? I really hope so! Every time I see a car, I perk up
- [Kermit - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/kermit-ready-for-adoption/) - Wow! Kermit! Whadda guy! So friendly! So cute! Lookit that waggy tail! Lookit that soft coat! Wow, now isn't that a dog you'd like to take home with you?Is my subliminal messaging working? I'm not sure I'm doing it right. How about this: !timrek tpoda !yob doog a si timrekI dunno. Maybe it's just better
- [Pips - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/pips-ready-for-adoption/) - It's GREAT being a kitten, isn't it?! I wish everyone could have this much fun! My name is Pips, which is great for a kitten 'cause you can turn it into like one million different nicknames. Pippi, Pipsqueak, Pippopotamus, Pippi-Yi-Oh-Ki-Yay... the possibilities are endless. They put this bow on me so everyone knows I'm a girl, but
- [Florence - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/florence-ready-for-adoption/) - Everyone knows that ancient Egyptians considered cats sacred. And, when you meet one like me, the reasons why become quite clear. Yes, it's me, Florence. Petite, exotic-looking, and ready to be your own personal tiny house-goddess. Oh, I've heard it before- "she looks like a little panther!" Baby, you've got it twisted- panthers look like ME. I preach
- [Teena - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/teena-ready-for-adoption/) - 'Scuse me, pardon me, can I just- there we go! Now that I'm front and center, where I belong, allow me to introduce myself. I'm Teena, I'm eight years old, and I've got dreams of stardom. Well... small time stardom, that is. What is it they say? "I'd rather be nine people's favorite thing than a
- [Harold - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/harold-ready-for-adoption/) - I’m Harold—a 1-year-old, 17 lb ball of fluff with a heart full of potential. Life didn’t start easy for me, so I’m still learning that people can be kind and safe. That means I need a patient adopter who’ll move slowly, respect my boundaries, and give me the chance to build trust. Once I feel
- [Frank - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/frank-ready-for-adoption/) - People wanna know, in the shelter with a whole buncha cats, how does the staff tell them apart when they're the same color? Like, how do they know that I'm Frank and not Catlin or Jarvis or Gustav or Roz or any of the others? Well, sometimes, my lips get stuck in my teeth. And I hold
- [Horsepower - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/15823-2/) - All I can ask is that you take the time to see me. No, really see me. My name is Horsepower. I'm three years old. And I need a hero. I'm used to people passing me by. Most people don't even know I'm there, much less take the time to stop in and get to know me.
- [Sammy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sammy-ready-for-adoption/) - I'm thinking of embarking on a new career. What do you think? "Sammy: Shelter Cat" is okay, but I think I'd rather be "Sammy: Film Critic."I know I'm qualified! First of all, I have plenty of opinions. Second of all, as you can see, I have OUTSTANDING thumbs! I don't know how one gets into
- [June - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/june-ready-for-adoption/) - Dear you, I don't know who you are yet, but I know you're going to change my life. Consider this my message in a bottle. My note to my someone. Right now, we're strangers, but one day, you'll be my world. I'll spend years getting to know you, but for now, I can only tell
- [Tootsie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/tootsie-ready-for-adoption/) - I'm just saying, hypothetically, if I were looking for a cat, a little torti named Tootsie- one exactly like me- would be pretty high on my list!Not to toot my own horn, of course. I'm actually not too much of a tooter. I let my record speak for itself most of the time: you can
- [Winn-Dixie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/winn-dixie-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Winn-Dixie, I'm thirteen weeks old, and it's my dream to be part of a family! What do you think it will be like? I've never had my own humans before! Just lots of siblings, all of whom look just like me! Somehow, though, I just know I'm going to be really good at
- [Knuckles - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/knuckles-ready-for-adoption/) - Party at my place! My name is Knuckles, I'm seven months old, and I'm looking for some new friends! Listen, it's been kind of a rough weekend. I was the only cat who didn't get chosen at the Greentree Festival on Saturday, so I'm still waiting for my perfect home. I know, I can't believe
- [Louie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/louie-ready-for-adoption/) - Slow down. Take it all in. Being a quiet soul in a loud world isn't always easy, but I can't change it. It's who I am. My name is Louie. You may be thinking, "oh, orange cats are always silly goobers," but don't judge me by my color. I'm a thinker. An observer. And I'm hoping
- [Cool Whip - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/cool-whip-ready-for-adoption/) - Wanted: a human willing to carry me around at all times. Hi, I'm Cool Whip, your passenger princess. Or passenger queen. Whichever you prefer. What do I love? People. Attention. Being petted and having my ears scratched. What do I not love? Other cats. Loads of noise. I love love LOVE being held and being in your lap.
- [Greentree Festival - Sept. 13 & 14](https://odas.org/greentree-festival-sept-13-14/) - The Greentree Festival in Kirkwood Park is coming up! There's something for everyone at Greentree and we'll be there with some of our adoptable animals and our new merch! Come by and see us the weekend of September 13-14!
- [Rosé - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/rose-ready-for-adoption/) - Sunshine, sprinkles, marshmallows, and rainbows. Wiggles and sparkles and little twinkling stars. And me... Rosé! I'm sweet as can be- your best friend, just waiting to meet you. When I walk into a room, it suddenly gets a little bit brighter. I came to the shelter pretty underweight, but I'm safe at Open Door now and
- [Music Bingo - Friday, Nov. 7](https://odas.org/15650-2/) - It's Bingo meets Name That Tune! Join us for a night of fun and great tunes at this year's Music Bingo! We'll have a variety of music genres, cash prizes, a silent auction and raffle items, free beer & soda, and more! When: Friday, November 7 Where: The Heights, Richmond Heights E-mail Tracie at OpenDoorCats@odas.org Costs:
- [Frogger - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/frogger-ready-for-adoption/) - Let's get one thing clear: "Different" is not the same thing as "Less." For example, I get around a little differently than most cats. Instead of walking, I hop! That's why they named me Frogger. No, I wasn't raised around kangaroos. I have a spinal deformity that affects my back end. I also have no
- [Jordan - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/jordan-ready-for-adoption/) - Good things take time and practice. You don't become a violin virtuoso in a day. You might be smitten at first sight, but real love comes with getting to know someone over time. My name is Jordan and I'm worth taking the time to get to know. I'm a sweet, loving, and sensitive girl who
- [Friends of Open Door Yard Sale - Saturday, Sept. 6](https://odas.org/friends-of-open-door-yard-sale-saturday-sept-6/) - Calling all treasure hunters: the Friends of Open Door are having their annual yard sale this Saturday! Where: 221 E Adams, Kirkwood MO When: Saturday, Sept. 6, from 7 AM to 1 PM You never know what treasures await!
- [Wesley - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/wesley-ready-for-adoption/) - My philosophy? Always be a gentleman. Hi there. Always a pleasure to meet a new friend. My name is Wesley, I'm nine years old, and I am someone's perfect dog, just waiting to be discovered. I'm housebroken. Dog-friendly. Mellow. I walk on a leash like I invented leash-walking. I hardly ever bark. I'm super-polite, but also very
- [Yankee - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/yankee-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey! I'm Yankee! Hi!!! Yankee here!! Hel-LOOOO!!! It's ME! YANKEE! What does a little guy have to do to get some attention around here?!I don't even care what kind of attention it is. Play with me! Pet me! Call me a tiger-striped nincompoop if that's what floats your boat. Just... stop and see me. I'm
- [Run For The Paws & Twin City Days - Saturday, Sept. 6](https://odas.org/lace-up-for-shelter-pets-saturday-sept-6/) - Run For The Paws & Twin City Days Pet Adoption Event Mark your calendars! During Twin City Days on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 8 AM – 3 PM, Open Door Animal Sanctuary will be at the Crystal City Municipal Park and Pool (1511 Park Dr, Crystal City, MO 63019) for a day full of
- [Oodelolly - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/oodelolly-ready-for-adoption/) - WARNING! This is an official Oodelolly Alert. Cute levels: Extreme. Off the charts. Look away. Stay home. This is your final notification: meeting me may result in a life-altering condition known as "Love." Symptoms include: uncontrollable smiling. Inane statements, such as, "Hi, baby, you're such a baby" and "Wooooook at your wittle spotty nooooosey." Inability
- [Gage - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gage-ready-for-adoption/) - Why live a boring life? I'm just here to have fun! I believe that life is meant to be enjoyed. And, if you feel like you've lost a little bit of that spark, well... I'm here to help! Gage, here- at your service! I'm 76 lb of pure sunshine. I love doing joyful zoomies around the yard,
- [Jenkins - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/jenkins-ready-for-adoption/) - I'm told that my name, Jenkins, makes me sound like someone's butler. It's true! But I'm afraid buttling isn't really my strong suit. I'm not one for blending into the background until someone needs a drink or a newspaper or to be escorted to the door. I want to be seen! Yes, I'm very attentive.
- [Bella - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bella-ready-for-adoption-3/) - You know, some dogs are complicated and some are pretty straightforward! Me, I'm the latter type. I mean, I'm a black lab named Bella. If you've met more than five dogs in your life, you've probably met a black lab named Bella. You're already making certain assumptions about me. And... you're absolutely right. I am a total
- [Ollie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ollie-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Ollie's Shelter Diary, Day 1,812 Dear Diary, In just two weeks, I'll be celebrating my five-year anniversary as a shelter cat. I don't know whether to laugh or cry, but I suppose, like every day, I'll just make the best of it! I came in as a kitten, right at the wrong time of year.
- [Zoey - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/zoey-ready-for-adoption/) - Thank you for taking the time to meet with me. My name is Zosephina Avelina Gabriella Arabella Mariposa Ponderosa Karolina Von Willoughby III... but everybody calls me Zoey. Can I be honest with you? I'd love to be professional, but... oh, I can't stand it! Would you mind terribly if we conducted the rest of
- [Nova - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/nova-ready-for-adoption/) - C'mere. No, closer. Cllllloooooooooossssssssserrrrr... that's good! Now that I'm half an inch from your face, we can really get acquainted. My name's Nova and my specialties include: 1. Purring in your ear. 2. Climbing into your arms without waiting for an invitation. 3. Canoodling with your shoes. 4. Looking like I'm about to take your
- [Kida - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/kida-ready-for-adoption/) - Whyyyyyyy hello! I'm Kida, I'm five months old, and I'm ready to go home with you! My bags are packed. I've got all the essentials: sparkle balls, springs, canned food, feather-on-a-string toys, and, just for good measure, I think I'll add a little bit of whatever you're having for lunch. I'm a bold, curious, cute-as-can-be
- [Dulin - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/dulin-ready-for-adoption/) - I may be just a little guy- four months old this Sunday!- and still have a lot to learn, but I've picked up some things along the way. I present to you: The Meaning of Life, According to Dulin (that's me!): 1. Play with everything. Have you ever chewed on a STICK? Oh MAN, you
- [Yasmine - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/yasmine-ready-for-adoption/) - WHAT?! You mean I still haven't gotten ONE application? No, that can't be right. Check again. It would be under "Yasmine" with a "Y". Nothing? Can you look in the "chocolate chip noses" file? The "Mamas who did an excellent job, but are done raising kids and are now ready to live their own spoiled
- [Mia - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mia-ready-for-adoption/) - First impressions are important. Do I burst through the door and tackle you to the ground with kisses? Politely walk up to you and lay my head in your lap? Or hang back and keep my distance? A lot of the time, that first five seconds is the thing that makes the difference between "home,
- [Dine In For A Cause - August 11](https://odas.org/dine-in-for-a-cause-august-11/) - Join us at PF Chang's in Chesterfield on Monday, August 11, 2025, from 11 AM–9 PM to support Open Door Animal Sanctuary. Show this flyer (digital OK!) and 10% of your check goes to the animals! Applies to Carry-out, too! Address: 1295 Chesterfield Pkwy E, Chesterfield, Missouri
- [Deuce - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/deuce-ready-for-adoption/) - It should be, like, a law of the universe that if you're a very good boy, you'll have a very good home. Right?My name is Deuce and I'm certainly doing my part. I'm a very good, very sweet dog who just wants to be loved. Now, it's time for the universe to catch up!I'm nine
- [Paws To Party - Sunday, August 17, 2025](https://odas.org/paws-to-party-sunday-august-18/) - Paws To Party Annual Dinner Auction will be held on Sunday, August 17 at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac. Registration and appetizers will start at 5 p.m., If you would like to purchase tickets, go to odas.org/tickets for more information. All registrations must be received by August 1, 2025.
- [Beau - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/beau-ready-for-adoption/) - HULLO HUMANS! It is I, BEAU, at your service! Hey, you know what this bandana is made of? Best friend material! I'm a chubby old yellow lab with pure and wholesome yellow lab energy. I love you and everyone else. I don't know how to be anything but happy. I love playing in the swimming pool,
- [Everest - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/everest-ready-for-adoption/) - Everest is for adventurers, right? For the brave. For people who aren't scared of a challenge. And me? I'm not the world's tallest mountain. You don't risk your life with me. I'm just a husky! My name is Everest, I'm about three years old, I'm a female, and I'm looking for a co-adventurer of my own. I'm
- [Ashley - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ashley-ready-for-adoption/) - Let your light shine, sister! Don't let anyone dull your sparkle! I've learned that the hard way: through experience.My name is Ashley and... look at me. I'm exquisite. And when you pet me, I'm incredibly soft. I have a low, rumbly purr that you can feel in your bones. I'm young (two years old), cat-friendly,
- [Pichu - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/pichu-ready-for-adoption/) - I think today is my lucky day, human! And what's more... I think it's also yours! My name is Pichu and... just look at my face. I look pretty sweet and friendly and cuddly, right? Well, the thing is, I totally am! I just turned a year old, so I've got a lot of kitten still
- [Pinto Bean - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/pinto-bean-ready-for-adoption/) - I've heard about dogs who live in homes. How they can lie belly-up in a sunbeam or cuddle up next to their human on the couch, and just... sleep. Without a care in the world. No fear, no pain, and no sadness. Just love. My name is Pinto Bean and I've never gotten to experience that.
- [Ollie- Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ollie-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Ollie and I have a philosophy: go for maximum scrappiness. The scrappier-looking the dog, the better. If you can't handle me at my most disheveled, then... well, I'm not the guy for you. I'm about eight years old. A bit of a fixer-upper all around. I've got more of a "dryly hilarious
- [Betty Jean - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/betty-jean-ready-for-adoption/) - My mama used to say to me, "Betty Jean," she'd say, "Betty Jean, you're gonna live a beautiful life. And I believed her, of course. I was destined for great things. So when I found myself pregnant, alone, and out on the streets, I knew that wasn't how things were meant to be. Not for
- [Gloin - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gloin-ready-for-adoption/) - Pleased to make your acquaintance! My name is Gloin, I'm five months old, and in spite of the fact that I'm named after a very dudely dwarf from The Hobbit, I'm 100% girl. I'm also not a dwarf. I'm a regular-size puppy. I don't know for sure what breed I am or how big I'll be
- [Americano - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/americano-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey bestie. Whatcha doing? Can I help? I'm a great helper! I'm Americano, by the way. I'm four months old, so I'm pretty much an expert on the world at this point. I'm great at climbing, chasing, and cuddling. I'll run like a CHEETAH and then jump into your lap and purrrrrrrrrrrrrr while I rub
- [Hiring - Feline Caretaker](https://odas.org/hiring-feline-caretaker/) - Do you ever read our posts and think, "I want to work there!"? Have you always dreamed of working with cats? Do you want to be a really cool person who helps save lives? Well now's your chance. We have an open position in our Cattery and we're waiting on you to apply. Check us out and apply
- [Clarice - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/clarice-ready-for-adoption/) - I know I look like a haunted doll, but I'm actually just a puppy! Yes, I've heard it all- I'm not a ghost dog. So what if I can sometimes predict the weather and open the occasional inter-dimensional rift in the garden? I only summoned those eldritch creatures from the abyss because I wanted someone
- [Babs - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/14759-2/) - Do you know why millennials love gray? Because it goes with EVERYTHING. Brights, jewel tones, neutrals... gray is the perfect match. My name is Babs and I think I might be YOUR perfect match. I also go with everything! At a year old, I'm the perfect age- past my kitten stage, but still a young lass.
- [Una - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/una-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Una and... I'm a very social girl, right? Love people, other cats... pretty much everyone. So I figured I ought to put myself out there and maybe join some clubs or organizations. I started with the Itty Bitty Kitty Committee because I'm, like, teeny-tiny. But they wouldn't let me join! They said it's
- [Storm - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/storm-ready-for-adoption/) - When you hear the word "Storm," what do you think of? Wild gales and torrential rains? Crashes of thunder and downed power lines? I'm not that kind of Storm, though. I'm the steady patter of rain against your window and the roll of thunder as you fall asleep. I'm the droplets rolling down the young
- [Haiku - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/14700-2/) - My name is Haiku and I bet I'm your perfect match. I mean, you're looking for a cat-friendly, dog- friendly, mellow, affectionate, 3ish-year-old boy, right? Someone who, in stereotypically uncatlike fashion, is happy to see you when you come home. I'm a scholarly type: I want to sort of watch and figure things out before
- [Harmony - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/harmony-ready-for-adoption/) - I think life is a songs that isn't meant to be sung solo. On your own, you've got a melody, but it's incomplete. That is... until you add someone else. Harmony. That's where the real magic happens. You see where I'm going with this, right? My name is Harmony. And if you feel like something is
- [Sharona - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sharona-ready-for-adoption/) - So, up in the the Heavenly Cat Factory, right? They must make lots of cats from all kinds of parts and, inevitably, there will be a few... spare parts. You with me? So here's what I think happened: one of the Angelic Feline Manufacturers decided to use up some of those scraps and make something
- [Chewy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/chewy-ready-for-adoption/) - So, I've been invited to the first annual Whosagoodgirl awards! Turns out, I've been nominated for several "Whosies" Just imagine: that golden tennis ball with my name engraved on it. "Chewy." I haven't always been lucky in life, but... I bet this time will be different! Now, at age seven, things are really going to turn
- [Dwight - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/dwight-ready-for-adoption/) - Meet Dwight, the delight! With my quirky mustache, I'm a lovable rogue. At just a year old, I'm a kitten at heart, full of energy and curiosity. I love to play, explore, and can sit up like a prairie dog when something catches my interest. I came to the shelter after being thrown from a car
- [Diesel - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/diesel-ready-for-adoption/) - Do you have an empty spot next to you on the couch? An unoccupied dog bed? Do you go to bed at night and dream of having a chubby little floof with preposterous ears to wake up to? Well, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Diesel. The preposterous floof of your dreams. Okay,
- [Sir Pickles - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sir-pickles-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Sir Pickles and I'm kind of a big dill. I'd relish the opportunity to get to know you better! I'm not a spicy, salty, briny sort of fellow- more of a sweet pickle. Uh... figuratively, that is. I mean, sweet pickles are kind of gross, right? And I'm not gross at all. I'm
- [Cumin - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/cumin-ready-for-adoption/) - You know how, sometimes, in cooking and in life, there will be something that's just... missing? Not quite right. Almost, but not there yet. Just doesn't "sing." I have a feeling I know what that missing ingredient is: Cumin! My name is Cumin and I'm here to add flavor to your life. To be that
- [Brooke - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/brooke-ready-for-adoption/) - Life is really unfair, you know? I mean, why is it that yorkies and toy poodles and so forth get to be held all the time and carried around and... I don't? My name is Brooke and I think it's time for me to claim my rightful title: I AM a lap dog! I mean,
- [Bookie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bookie-ready-for-adoption/) - Hi there, can I interest you in some cuddle time? I've got a variety of moves: the "lean in" is a popular one. Or there's the "sit on your lap and put my head on your shoulder." Or if you're a hugger, there's the "nudge my way under your arm." My name is Bookie and
- [Guiness - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/guiness-ready-for-adoption/) - You know what I've had just about ENOUGH of? You AND the horse you rode in on! ... Haha, just kidding. I know I've got a real grumpy face, but don't let it fool ya! My name is Guiness. I'm happy to meetcha. I'm a real cuddly, sweet, easygoing kinda guy. Super duper affectionate. Come
- [Mr. Marble - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mr-marble-ready-for-adoption/) - You know what every home needs? A little bowlegged nekkid guy running around at ankle-height. You didn't know you needed that, right? But now you do. Luckily, you've got me. Mr. Marble, at your service. Okay, I'll be honest- I'm really only mostly nekkid. I came in smooth as a baby's bottom except for a
- [Glen - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/14400-2/) - Are you looking for your most handsome foggy fairy tale dream kitty? A perfect quiet and happy companion? My name is Glen and I love you already.No matter where you actually live- big or small, messy or tidy, old or modern, well-furnished or sparse... with me around, it will all feel like a cozy cottage
- [Rico - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/rico-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Rico and I'm pretty sure I come from outer space. I mean, I don't remember anything but my one and a half years on Earth, but... well, let's look at the facts. First of all, check out these incredible antigravity ears. How do they defy the laws of physics?! They must be
- [Ob-La-Da Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ob-la-da-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Ob-la-da and I'm looking for my happy-ever-after. I'm just a kitten- eight months old! I could have a whole beautiful life ahead of me. In many ways, I'm your average kitten! I love to play and I enjoy being around other cats (my brothers, Ob-La-Di and Life Goes On, are also available
- [Sooner - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sooner-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Sooner and I can't WAIT to be your new puppy! I'm a super-duper-DUPER good boy and I love you already! I've met lots of people, but I'm still waiting for that one SPECIAL person who will finally be mine! I'm still only a baby, so I don't have a whole ton to
- [Blinky - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/blinky-ready-for-adoption/) - I'm pretty. I'm sweet. I'm declawed. I'm only four years old. I get along well with other cats. You would think my name- Blinky- would be short for "Blink-and-you-missed-her" because I would be such a quick adoption! But the world must be working in your favor because, believe it or not, I'm still here waiting for
- [Gidget - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gidget-ready-for-adoption/) - Have you ever watched the show Wishbone? About the little dog with the BIG imagination? Well, I think the sequel should be called "Gidget" and should star... me! It would be entertaining, to be sure! Although it probably wouldn't have much to do with classic literature. Let's be real: I do NOT have the attention span
- [Batuga - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/batuga-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Batuga and I'm all about POSITIVITY! I wake up every morning and think about what a great day it's going to be. Lots of friends. My cat roommate. Good food. And maybe- just maybe- today will be the day I get chosen! Think positively, see? And good things will come to you.
- [Puppies! Puppies! Puppies! - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/puppies-puppies-puppies-ready-for-adoption/) - Puppies! Puppies! Puppies! Check out our little ones before they all become big ones! There are 13 more who don't have photos yet including 3 little little pups. All are 3-4 months old and deserve to be in a home. So fill out the canine preliminary at odas.org/canine and then come on down!
- [Ansel - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ansel-ready-for-adoption/) - Hi there! Hey, has anyone told you lately that you are the number one most delightful human ever to exist in this world? Wow. You are so cool. You smell terrific and I love your shoes. May I have your autograph? Just make it out to Ansel- that's me!Hey... do you wanna be best friends?
- [Thank you!](https://odas.org/thank-you/) - Give STL Day has come to an official end! Thanks to your generosity, we were able to raise over $9,300 to help animals in need! Did you miss the deadline? You can still help! Please go to odas.org/donate to give at any time!
- [Give STL Day - Today!](https://odas.org/give-stl-day-today/) - It's Give STL Day! One of the exciting aspects of Give STL Day is the chance to maximize the impact of your donations! There are prizes and power hours up for grabs throughout the day, with funds allocated based on the amount each organization raises. Curious about power hours and prizes? Check out this link:
- [Please Help Beacon](https://odas.org/please-help-beacon/) - This Give STL Day, your donation saves the lives of animals like Beacon.It started with a phone call: a rural veterinary clinic called asking if we could take a dog who needed a wheelchair. They'd had one brought in after being found on the side of the road trying to drag himself out of the
- [GIVE STL DAY - Early Giving](https://odas.org/give-stl-day-early-giving/) - Early Giving Starts Wednesday, April 24: GiveSTLDay! It's almost here! We're two weeks away from Give STL Day! This is an annual day of online giving for charities in the St. Louis area. Boost your impact by giving during a Power Hour or helping Open Door win one of the prizes! Early giving begins tomorrow
- [Crystal - Ready For Adoption!](https://odas.org/crystal-ready-for-adoption/) - Do you ever wish you could look into a crystal ball and see what life would hold for you? My name is Crystal and... here's what I think I would see. You and me, together. Going to the park. Sleeping on the couch. A happy life for both of us. Me, free from fear and
- [Soma - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/soma-ready-for-adoption/) - The thing about dogs and humans is that sometimes, a dog and a human seem to share just one heart. My name is Soma and I'm looking for the human who will complete me. I'm the kind of dog who will come up and lay my head on your lap and make everything just a
- [Matais- Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/matais-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Well! Hello there! I've seen a lot of people around these parts, but... none of them quite like you. You're incredible. My name is Matais, by the way. I'm about two years old and I need a new home. Thing is, I've been looking for someone special. That's why you caught my eye. Because I can't
- [Angie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/angie/) - Sometimes, I say to myself, "Angie, you just wait- you're going to have a great life!" And I still believe it. I mean, it hasn't quite been a meteoric rise so much as a gradual climb- things are a lot better than they used to be, for sure. But I still have big dreams! I just celebrated
- [Asher - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/asher-ready-for-adoption/) - Most of the time, "gray" is the opposite of "sunshiny," right? Well, not with me! My name is Asher and I light up a room! I'm about two years old, but it's just a guess because I was brought in as a stray. I came with another dog (I get along well with other dogs!)
- [Thea - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/thea-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Thea and let's be real: I can get creative in telling you all about myself, but you mostly want the basic stats: Age: 5 years Weight: 40ish lb (but I could stand to lose a couple!) Good with Dogs: Good with Cats: Good with Kids: Housebroken: 90%. I will sometimes have an
- [Grace - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/grace-ready-for-adoption/) - Sometimes, life doesn't go quite the way you planned. My name is Grace and, at ten years old, I'm starting over! It's not gonna be easy, but I'm ready for the challenge. I've already made lots of friends at the shelter: humans (my favorite), other cats, and even dogs! I'm very affectionate, very personable, and
- [Panda - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/panda-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Panda and this is a matter of urgency. My life depends on it. It depends on you. I'm five years old, outgoing, affectionate, and very personable. And I need a foster home, adoptive home, or foster-to-adopt home. The thing is, I'm deteriorating fast in the shelter. I need a home where I can be
- [Riggs - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/riggs-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Riggs, and yeah- I'm little. Little like a meteorite. Little like a split atom. Little like the seed of a massive redwood tree. I'm only about 20 lb. But I am NOT a "grandma just needs some company" dog or an "I want a little dog because I need something really easy
- [Noodle - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/noodle-ready-for-adoption-2/) - If there's one thing I need you to know about me, it's this: I'm not hopeless. My name is Noodle. I'm just a year old. When I came to the shelter, I was mangy, swollen, and scared. Now, I'm healthy... but still scared. This can be my "before" photo. In a year or so, when
- [Biscotti - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/biscotti-ready-for-adoption/) - With some cats, what you see is what you get. And with others, you have to dig a little deeper to find the buried treasure. My name is Biscotti and I'm the latter type. I'm that X in the sand that doesn't look like much, but tells you that, with a little time and effort,
- [Phil and Sally - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/phil-and-sally-ready-for-adoption/) - Here at the shelter, we're in the business of building families and helping animals find love. It's just... usually, it's with a human. Phil and Sally didn't grow up together. They didn't come in together. They met at the shelter and fell in love. Sally had just weaned her children from a previous one-night stand and
- [Spring Trivia Night - Saturday, May 4](https://odas.org/spring-trivia-night-saturday-may-4/) - Attention Trivia Night fans! 🌟 Get ready for a galactic Spring Trivia Night on Saturday, May 4th at The Heights in Richmond Heights! Doors open at 6 pm, game starts at 7 pm. Reserve your spot today by emailing Tracie at opendoorcats@aol.com . It's $30 per person, payable that evening. Tables of 8 are available.
- [Starlight - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/13951-2/) - Hi human! Do you wanna play with me? My name is Starlight and I'm looking for a new best friend. By "best friend," I mean... the whole enchilada. I want a playmate, a snuggle buddy, a walking partner, and someone who will really understand me. I LOVE LOVE LOVE to play fetch and, when I
- [Shelby & Truvy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/shelby-truvy-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey guys, just thought you might like to see what I would look like in a home, so I posed for you in this little house. My name is Shelby. And this is actually not two pictures of me. The other one is my sister, Truvy. Most people just call both of us "Shelby or Truvy,"
- [TopGolf Fundraiser - Sunday, April 21](https://odas.org/topgolf-fundraiser-sunday-april-21/) - You do not need to be a golfer to enjoy TopGolf in Chesterfield! Join us for 3 hours of unlimited play and dinner in the Chairman's Suite on Sunday, April 21st at 4 p.m. $85 per person or $500 for a bay with 6 players. To register go to: odas.org/topgolf. For more information please email
- [Toby - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/toby-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Toby and I've got an exciting opportunity for you, human! For a limited time only, YOU- could have ME as a part of your family! That's right. I'm a certified Very Good Boy and I could be YOUR Very Good Boy. Got other pets? No problem! I used to live with cats
- [Kemp - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/kemp-ready-for-adoption/) - Anyone up for some shenanigans? Tomfoolery? A little bit of monkeying around? My name is Kemp and I'm looking for a partner in hijinks.I'm eleven months old, which I've been told is the most ridiculous age for a puppy. I'm super friendly and very cute and I LOVE to play! Toys are my favorite. I'm
- [Button - Ready for Adoptoin!](https://odas.org/13884-2/) - Have you ever heard the phrase, "cute as a button" and wondered what it really meant? Well, fun fact: it actually refers to me. My name is Buttons and I am the actual pinnacle of cuteness. The standard by which all other cute things are measured. I'm on the petite side, but I'm about three years
- [Ada - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ada-ready-for-adoption/) - I've heard a rumor that the BEST GIRL EVER is available for adoption! They say she's big and black and gentle, gets along with everyone, about nine years old, with pointy ears and... hey! That's me! My name is Ariadne, but you can call me Ada if you'd like. The first thing you should know about me
- [Swifty - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/13730-2/) - Are the stars out tonight? I don't know if it's cloudy or bright. 'Cause I only have eyes for you...My name is Swifty, I'm 8 years old, and I'm unbelievably sweet. Like, you're going to instantly fall in love. Guaranteed. When I want your attention, I'll let you know by reaching out, gently putting a paw
- [Lucy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/lucy-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Lucy and the way I see it, you could think of me in one of two ways: You could look at me and think "she looks like a Great Value version of a basset hound. Like what you'd get if you ordered a basset hound off Wish. Meh. I'd prefer name-brand." Or you could
- [Tilly - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/tilly-ready-for-adoption/) - I mean, yeah, you COULD just go for a regular cat. Orrrrrr- hear me out- you could go for an absurd black-and-white frog-gremlin with a big white lady beard and a nekkid rear end! My name is Tilly. I'm adorable. I'm super fat. I'm five years old. I'm usually quite floofy, but I was matted when I
- [Kismet - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/kismet-ready-for-adoption/) - Oh hey best friend! What luck that we should meet this way. You might even say it's... Kismet. Get it? Because my name is Kismet? It's a pretty good joke, right? I hope you like it. All I really want in my life is to make you happy. I'm about six months old- perfectly puppyish! I know
- [Snickers - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/snickers-ready-for-adoption/) - I'm not like a regular mom. I'm a cool mom. My name is Snickers and I'm six years old, but I'm still down with the kids. No cap. Bet. We stan a stripey queen. Ws in the chat for Snickers. It's not just the young people. Everyone wants to be my friend. I've got plenty of
- [Yuki - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/yuki-ready-for-adoption/) - Do I look like a serious guy? HAH! I fooled ya! I'm totally not! My name is Yuki and actually, I'm the silliest of silly geese! Every bone in my body is the funny bone! All I want is to play and make you laugh. I'm only about five months old. I dunno what breed I
- [Shelter Slumber Pawty - Saturday, April 6 - April 7](https://odas.org/shelter-slumber-pawty-saturday-april-6-sunday-april-7/) - It's that time of year again - our annual Shelter Slumber Pawty is here! The fundraising efforts have kicked off, and our team is already making great strides towards our $15,000 goal for our beloved cats and dogs. We're incredibly grateful for all your support, if you would like to make a donation to help
- [Cleo - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/cleo-ready-for-adoption/) - I'm sorry. I don't understand. What do you mean you need "personal space"? Obviously, that doesn't include me, right? You must mean you want "everyone but Cleo" personal space. Because, the thing is, I'm simply too soft and too sweet for anyone to find my up-in-your-business presence anything but a source of pure joy and delight.
- [Cooper - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/cooper-ready-for-adoption-2/) - We have to have a serious talk. The thing is, having a human of your own is a BIG responsibility! My name is Cooper and I know a lot about that. At six years old, I consider myself mature and experienced enough to give you a little advice. Like, when you and your human are
- [Crawdad - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/crawdad-ready-for-adoption/) - Are you the one who can change my life? Are you my miracle worker? My name is Crawdad, I'm two years old, and I've spent over half my life in the shelter. A year and four months. 511 days. You may be wondering how that's possible. A handsome boy like me should have people lined
- [Jerry - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/jerry-ready-for-adoption/) - Some may find it hard to know their place in the world, but I don't. It's my world. I'm just waiting for everyone else to recognize it. My name is Jerry and I'm your future feline overlord. I'm about five and a half years old. If I like you, I'll let you know it. And I
- [Li'l Bro - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/lil-bro-ready-for-adoption/) - Hello down there. You seem cool. I can tell from your hairdo. My name is Li'l Bro. Does that name fit me? Well, I don't know. I guess it's all relative. I'm six years old, so... you tell me. I'm making the assumption, by the way, that you'll be taking me home. I hope you're okay with
- [Blue - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/blue-ready-for-adoption/) - Is this bad photoshop? Are you looking at my picture and thinking "come on, no dog has a head THAT big and she got the eyes all wrong. I've never seen a dog so cross-eyed." Believe it, human. My name is Blue and this is the real me. What can I say? I'm unique! I'm about
- [Bentley - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bentley-ready-for-adoption/) - All I need in my life is the daily newspaper, my recliner, and my coffee* in the same old chipped and faded Boatmen's Bank mug I've used since 1992. My name is Bentley and I'm ten years old. Back in my day, if you were a dog, you could DEPEND on having a home! I'm
- [Legend - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/legend-ready-for-adoption/) - The dog. The myth. That's right: my name is Legend! Super sweet. Dog-friendly. Nine years old. A happy, happy girl. I'm your "typical pittie," by which I mean I'm smart, loving, eager-to-please, I want nothing more than to be your baby, and I love to make silly faces as soon as the camera comes out. My
- [Harley - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/harley-ready-for-adoption-3/) - I have amazing news for you, amigo: your dog search has finally come to fruition. You've finally found the perfect girl. Hi. My name is Harley. And I'm your soulmate. Are you worried about how I'll fit into your household? You don't have to be! I'm dog-friendly. I love children. I'm sweet and gentle. I
- [California Pizza Kitchen Fundraiser - March 20](https://odas.org/california-pizza-kitchen-fundraiser-march-20/) - 🍕 Craving a delicious meal with a side of making a difference? Look no further than California Pizza Kitchen in West County on March 20th! Join us for a day of flavorsome fun while supporting a great cause. 🌟 Here's the scoop: Whether you dine-in, take-out, opt for curbside pickup, get delivery, or even cater
- [Peekaboo - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/peekaboo-ready-for-adoption/) - Lately, I've been considering running off to join the circus. Can't you just picture it? "Come one, come all, to see THE AMAZING PEEKABOO!" I mean, to begin with, I could be a bearded lady! I'm proud of my adorable beard and would love the chance to show it off. I'm five months old, which is
- [Pac Man - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/pac-man-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Pac Man and whatever your problems may be, I think I have the solution: Get yourself a marmalade cat. That's right. An orange boy with big yellowish-green eyes. Maybe something around 7 years old would be perfect. Declawed in the front, if you like. I don't wish to encourage the practice, but
- [Daphne - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/daphne-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Daphne, and yes- I know I'm tall. The weather up here is just fine, thanks! No, I'm not a supermodel. In fact, I'm kinda camera shy. I am a skinny, willowy girl, working on putting on some healthy weight. And I don't play basketball, but to be honest, that's just because I haven't ever
- [Daniella - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/daniella-ready-for-adoption/) - You may be looking at this grumpy little mug of mine and thinking, "Daniella looks like she's had just about enough of your sh... shenanigans" or, "Why is Daniella looking at me like that? Did I forget to wear pants today?" or maybe, "Aww, what can I do to make that grumpy little cat feel
- [Gwen - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gwen-ready-for-adoption/) - Human! Oh, thank goodness you're here. I need your help. I'm in a bit of a pickle. I'm Gwen, by the way. If I'm gonna ask you to save my life, I guess we'd better get to know each other. See, I'm stuck in this... kennel. And they tell me the only way I'm getting out of
- [Pins Fur Paws - Sunday, March 24](https://odas.org/pins-fur-paws-sunday-march-24/) - Come out and bowl for a great cause with The A.D. Show at the first ever Pins Fur Paws on Sunday, March 24th at Shrewsbury Lanes from 11a-2p! Bring a 15 pound bag of pet food or a case of canned food per person to bowl for FREE + shoes will also be included. All
- [Paint Your Pet - Friday, March 22](https://odas.org/paint-your-pet-friday-march-22/) - No art skills? No problem! This is your chance to create a one-of-a-kind portrait of your beloved pet! Join us for Paint Your Pet on Friday, March 22. Our instructor will provide a pre-sketched canvas and all the supplies. You just show up ready to be creative! High Ridge Elks Lodge has asked us to
- [Sesame - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sesame-ready-for-adoption/) - Sesame's Simple Rules for Being Awesome: 1. Rock your goth vibe. Dressing all in black is elegant and beautiful! 2. Strike up a conversation. Meow 'til someone meows back at you. It's true that the humans have terrible grammar, but that's okay. At least they try. 3. Enjoy life! Never pass up an opportunity to
- [Hodge - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/hodge-ready-for-adoption/) - My name? I'm pretty sure it's, "Good Boy, Hodge!" ... at least, that's what people usually call me! Sometimes, I get nicknames like "Aw Hodge You're So Sweet" or "What A Handsome Gentleman You Are, Hodge". Sometimes, when I meet new people, they call me "It's Okay, Hodge." I'm a little shy around strangers at
- [Seymour - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/seymour-ready-for-adoption/) - Suddenly, Seymour is standing beside you You don't need no makeup, don't have to pretend Suddenly, Seymour is here to provide you Sweet understanding, Seymour's your friend It's true, isn't it? With me by your side, I think things will probably always turn out okay. I might be kind of scared right now. I was
- [Book-It - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/book-it-ready-for-adoption/) - Whaaaaaaat? You're looking for a puppy? What a coincidence! I just happen to be looking for a human of my own! My shelter name is Book-it... but let's be honest. You're probably gonna change that. The good news is, I'm only four months old, so it's a great time to learn a new name! Hey, did
- [Trini - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/trini-ready-for-adoption/) - There's a mystery afoot here in the animal sanctuary. Luckily, I, Detective Inspector Trini, am on the case. I'm perfect for the job, after all. I'm curious and fearless, always up for exploring new places and investigating the unknown. My people skills are excellent... not to mention my dog and cat skills. I get along with
- [Frisbee - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/frisbee-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Frisbee and I'm the best in the business. Do you want to make a deal? I'll tell you what I bring to the table. Number one, serious cuteness. I mean, look at me. I'm three months old, so I'm only going to get handsomer. And who wouldn't want a dog with a
- [Inky - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/inky-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Inky and I think you and I together would make a beautiful work of art. I'm a bit of a shy girl in the shelter. Beautiful at first glance, but it may take a little time and study to truly appreciate the brushstrokes that make me something special. There are stories in these
- [Finral - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/finral-ready-for-adoption/) - You might think you're looking for a different cat. Maybe you had something else in mind. Maybe you've even seen my picture and thought, "Finral? He's not my style." Well, see, I'm here to change your mind. I'm not going to wait around for you to notice me- I'll climb right in your lap, whether
- [Penelope - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/penelope-ready-for-adoption/) - Sometimes, for me, things are black and white. Yes or no. Up or down. My name is Penelope Pussycat and I know one thing absolutely for sure: you and me? Couldn't be more right. The positive and negative sides of a magnet attract each other, so if you're minus, I'm plus. We stick together. If
- [Gustav - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gustav-ready-for-adoption/) - So, I just turned four months old and nobody even asked me what I want for my birthday! Can you believe that?! I want a big giant cookie with my name on it! My name is Gustav, by the way, but my foster mom usually calls me Gus. And my friends call me "Chicken Wing."
- [Blue Bunny - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/blue-bunny-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Blue Bunny and I think I ought to try for a world record. But which should I do first? World's roundest li'l face? World's cutest kitty? Softest fur to exist on any animal, ever? Best surprise headbutts? I mean, I'd be a shoo-in for any one of them! It would be an
- [Ivy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ivy-ready-for-adoption/) - This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine! My name is Ivy and I'm brilliant: young, smart, friendly, and energetic! I'm 8 months old, I love to play, and I've already got a little bit of basic training. I'm still just a puppy, though! So I've got some things to learn. I need
- [The Insider - Winter 2023-2024 Newsletter](https://odas.org/the-insider-winter-2023-2024-newsletter/) - Greetings from Open Door Animal Sanctuary! We are thrilled to share with you the incredible impact your generous support has on the lives of our furry friends, which enables us to continue providing a safe haven for animals in need in our Winter 2023 -2024 Newsletter. CLICK HERE TO READ If you would like to
- [Tabitha - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/tabitha-ready-for-adoption/) - All you need is love, right? I mean, yes and no. My name is Tabitha and of course I'm a romantic, but I'm also realistic. All I need is love. Being held, getting head scratches, enjoying the occasional treat, just being together with you in the same room, existing side-by-side... you know. Love. But I
- [Chop Suey - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/chop-suey-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Chop Suey and I've heard a rumor that some cats around here have been getting their miracles lately. Could it be time for mine? I know it's a lot to ask. I've been here three years now (since I was just two months old) and have seen lots and lots of cats
- [Louise - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/louise-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Picture this: You. Me. Adventure. My name is Louise and I can't wait to become your companion. Imagine the fun we'll have together! Whether it's jumping in a spaceship to explore distant galaxies or putting on a leash and going for a walk around the block, I'm pretty sure it's going to be the most
- [Silvio - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/silvio-ready-for-adoption/) - My friend. Come here. I'm about to make you an offer you can't refuse: I plan to become a member of The Family. Your family, that is. The name's Silvio. You can call me Don Silvio. It's a sign'a respect. Now, let me lay down the facts. First and foremost, I've got connections with all kinds of
- [Gabby - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gabby-ready-for-adoption/) - Wanted: A Best Friend Forever. Or... actually, a team of them! I need a dog bestie for sure. Someone I can play and snuggle with. And at least one grown-up human, of course! Maybe a kid or two or three would be good. Possibly a cat? I haven't met cats yet, but it could be arranged
- [Tic Tac - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/tic-tac-ready-for-adoption/) - You know what they call me here? It's Tic Tac. If you flip that around, it's one letter off Cat CIA. There's no way that's a coincidence, man! How far does the conspiracy go?! They've got me in this facility with a bunch of other cats, right? It's gotta be a setup. Are we all the
- [Bandit - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bandit-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Bandit, but I'm a law-abiding dog. The only thing I'll steal is your heart! I'm a total ham... and seriously cheesy. Just a big ol' ham-and-cheese sandwich of love. I'm a great "young people" dog: about a year old, strong, 58 lb of happiness, friendliness, and energy. I'm housebroken. I'm adorable. I'm
- [Delta - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/delta-ready-for-adoption/) - This week we got to see our sweet Kailani off to a new home after nearly 12 years in the shelter! Would it be too much to ask for another miracle? Delta needs some of that magic! More than one person was interested in giving Kailani a shot and some of you said things like "I would
- [Felix - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/12608-2/) - My name is Felix, I'm three months old, and, oh man- I've got the BRIGHTEST future ahead of me! How do I know? Well, I already know I'm really smart. I can do tricks! I know how to sit, shake, lie down, and sit up. I can climb over baby gates like they're nothing (although not
- [Bell - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bell-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Bell. I'm good with respectful dogs. Good with cats. Good with kids. Extremely cute. Very sweet. So what am I doing still waiting for someone to choose me?! Maybe it's because I'm not much of a spotlight-seeker. I love it when someone comes by to visit and hang out with me! I'll flip
- [M'Lynn - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mlynn-ready-for-adoption/) - Tropical flowers grow wild in rainforests. Orchids and lianas, banana trees and heliconia... when the environment is right, they flourish. But in Missouri, those things don't naturally thrive. It doesn't mean that Missouri isn't a good place to grow things or that those plants are just not capable of growth. Cats can be similar. My
- [Twyla - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/twyla-ready-for-adoption/) - Do you want to make friends easily? Don't worry! I've got you! My name is Twyla and I know all about making friends. I can be friends with dogs, cats, and all kinds of people. And I can totally help you out. If you're awkward around strangers, just take me with you! People will come up and
- [Odette - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/odette-ready-for-adoption/) - Around here, they're always telling me I need to come out of the closet. "Come out, Odette. Come out of the closet. You'll be happier. You'll be loved and accepted, we promise." So, here goes... Future mom. Future dad. Future extended family members... I have something to tell you. I'm.... FLUFFY! I didn't ask to
- [Hawk - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/hawk-ready-for-adoption/) - If I were a sea creature, I think I'd be an otter- darting through the waves, diving and playing, happy and carefree. If I were a bird? Well, obviously I'd be a HAWK! Because that's my name. I'm Hawk, I'm a year old, and I'm pleased to make your acquaintance. Now, if I were a
- [Moose - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/moose-ready-for-adoption/) - Hullo human! My name is Moose! And if you're looking for a dignified, debonair gentleman who never has a hair out of place... you should probably keep on looking. Because that ain't me. I drool. I snore. I fart. I blow slobber bubbles. My skin is too big for my face. And I'm PERFECT the way
- [Lady - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/lady-ready-for-adoption/) - A Lady must be dignified. A Lady must be graceful. A Lady must have magnificent ears and a waggy tail. My name is Lady and I'm all that and more! A lady can be affectionate, athletic, and intelligent! She can love going for walks and be an excellent leash walker. A lady can be a
- [Halibut - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/halibut-ready-for-adoption/) - It doesn't get any betta than me! My name is Halibut and I'm a fintastic kitten. At four months old, I may be a small fry, but I'm still a sofishticated fellow. Let minnow if there's anything you'd like me to tell you about myshellf. I'm a total cuddlefish! I love to curl up in
- [Dash, Umi, Maxie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/dash-umi-maxie-ready-for-adoption/) - Come and knock on our door, we've been waiting for you...Meet Dash, Umi, and Maxie! These three little fellas have been in their foster home for a while, learning all about what it's like to be loved! They're five months old and ready to move on to permanent homes of their own. They're affectionate, cuddly, playful,
- [Kong - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/kong-ready-for-adoption/) - Are you sick and tired of the dreary, frozen, soggy hellscape that the world has been over the past couple weeks? Do you feel wrung out and desperate for a little spark of joy? But... why stop there? Why not go for a BIG LIGHTNING BOLT of joy? My name is Kong and I'm not the
- [Closed To The Public Today - Jan. 22, 2024](https://odas.org/closed-to-the-public-today-jan-22-2024/) - We are CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC today, 1/22/24! The members of staff who were able to get to the shelter have to focus on the care of the animals. If you can, stay home and stay safe!
- [Cloud - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/cloud-ready-for-adoption/) - Have you ever wondered what life would have been like if you'd been taught certain things as a little kid? Maybe you would have been the world's greatest cellist. Or been able to speak six languages! Or been an Olympic figure skater. My name is Cloud and the thing I wonder most about is... what would
- [Red & Spot - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/red-spot-ready-for-adoption/) - Hullo! We're Red and Spot. I bet you can guess which one of us is which! But if you need some help, I'm Red- the red one. And Spot is the spotty one. If you're looking for a couple'a good boys, look no further! Spotty and I are some of the goodest. We're super-friendly. I
- [Annelle - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/annelle-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey! Did you know it's National Orange & Fluffy Appreciation Week? It's also World Give-a-Shy-Cat-a-Chance Day. What a coincidence! And, wouldn't you know it, it's ALSO the first annual Give Annelle a Kiss and Take Her Home day! Maybe it won't be my Gotcha Day just yet... I mean, chances are, before you saw me
- [Purina Pet Parade - Sunday, February 4](https://odas.org/purina-pet-parade-sunday-feb-4/) - 🐾 Embrace the joy of companionship at the 2024 Purina Pet Parade ! 🗓️ Join us on Sunday, Feb 4, 2024. Pick up your swag bag and register (if you did not do so online), starting at 10 a.m. Find the Open Door registration tent at 12th & Allen in Historic Soulard. Parade begins at
- [Paint Your Pet - Friday, February 16](https://odas.org/paint-your-pet-friday-february-16/) - No art skills? No problem! This is your chance to create a one-of-a-kind portrait of your beloved pet! Join us for Paint Your Pet on Friday, February 16. Our instructor will provide a pre-sketched canvas and all the supplies. You just show up ready to be creative! High Ridge Elks Lodge has asked us to
- [Baby - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/12197-2/) - Betcha they're young, betcha they're smart, Bet they collect things like ashtrays and art, Betcha they're good, why shouldn't they be? Their one mistake was givin' up me... So maybe now it's time, and maybe when I wake, They'll be here callin' me "Baby" Maybe... ___ That's the dream, isn't it? When my people tied
- [Rocket - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/rocket-ready-for-adoption/) - All the best fiction begins with a magical orphan, right? Harry Potter, His Dark Materials (sort of), Wizard of Oz, Neverwhere, Lord of the Rings... and don't even get me started on Grimm's Fairy Tales. So what should my story be called? The Cunning Adventures of Rocket von Sprocket, Orphan? Is that too on the (cute
- [Amalia - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/amalia-ready-for-adoption/) - Why yes, I am magnificent. Thank you for noticing. My name is Amalia and I'm a treasure. Finding a cat like me in a shelter, available for just a $75 adoption fee, is like finding a genuine Monet in Goodwill. It's an incredible price for someone so priceless. Run your hands through my soft, luxurious
- [Uber - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/uber-ready-for-adoption/) - If cuteness were an extreme sport, then I would be the world champion. I guess you could call me... ÜBER DOG! ... Actually, my name is just Uber. No umlaut. Here's what you need to know about me. I'm 15 weeks old. I'm a boy. I'm sweet and affectionate and outgoing and it's never occurred
- [Phil - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/phil-ready-for-adoption/) - Well hello there! My name is Phil and I must be Australian... because I meet all of your koalafications. I mean, I'm two years old and super handsome. Just call me a Transformer because I am Optimus FINE. And why am I so chill? Well, I'm just tired from running through your dreams all night! Do
- [New Year for the Strays Trivia - Sat., Jan. 27](https://odas.org/new-year-for-the-strays-saturday-jan-27/) - Join us for at New Year for the Strays trivia night on Saturday, January 27th. Celebrating its 21st year, this event unites 1,000 compassionate souls for an unforgettable evening of laughter, togetherness and mental stimulation. With special Emcees Brad Thompson (former pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals) and Anthony Stalter (co-host of The Fast Lane on
- [Luca - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/luca-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Awesome [ aw-suhm ] adjective. 1. causing or inducing awe; inspiring an overwhelming feeling of reverence or admiration as in, "Luca is awesome to behold." 2. Slang. very impressive as in, "Luca has an awesome personality." My name is Luca and "awesome" about sums me up! Like, you should probably get used to hearing, "Wow,
- [Bungie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bungie-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Bungie and I'm just a little guy. Like, maybe 20 lb. Now, you might be thinking, "yeah, Bungie, duh- that's just how it works with puppies. They're little and then they get bigger." But wait! That's where things get interesting. Because I'm not a puppy. I'm about a year old. Grown-up teeth
- [Constance - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/constance-ready-for-adoption/) - Months I have been alive: 7. Months I have been in the shelter: 6. My name is Constance and I think it's high time the winds of good fortune blew my way! I'm adorable, I love to cuddle with other cats, I love to play, I'm friendly with humans... basically, I'm an awesome cat. I'm
- [Clementine - Update](https://odas.org/clementine-update/) - Look who's been released from the vet hospital! Clementine gave us a real scare, but she's on the mend! Her mother, who was a neglected, stressed dog herself, rejected her at birth. So she needed bottle-feeding and round-the-clock care from the time she was only a few hours old. Young puppies don't have developed immune
- [Fred - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/fred-ready-for-adoption/) - You know what they say about me? "That's Fred! and 'Fred' is short for... a dog!" It's true. I look like someone tried to make a lab mix, but ran out of material before they finished the legs. The overall effect, I've been told, is freakin' adorable. Now, the thing about being this cute is
- [Hummus - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/hummus-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey there, friends! It's Hummus, the self-proclaimed feline philosopher, here to share a little wisdom about knowing your worth. Just like you, I'm incredible—I mean, have you seen me? At about a year old, I'm a magnificently adorable cat with a penchant for playtime and a love for being held (on my terms, of course).
- [Otter Pop - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/otter-pop-ready-for-adoption-2/) - We've successfully found homes for Paul Bunyan and Vincenzo, and now it's time to work our magic for Otter Pop! 🐾 This sweet feline has spent six months with us, and despite her undeniable charm and cute bunny tail, she hasn't found the perfect match yet. Here's why Otter Pop is extra special: ✨ 2 years
- [Harley - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/harley-ready-for-adoption-2/) - What luck! Can you believe that, on all the days in all the places and on the whole internet, you and I are both here, now, both looking for someone to love? It's destiny. It's kismet. You and I are made for each other. My name is Harley (girl Harley, in case it matters) and
- [Holiday Hours](https://odas.org/holiday-hours/) - Our doors are open every single day of the year, including holidays. We will be closing at 2 on Christmas Day and New Years Day and will otherwise be here during our regular open hours (10-4 daily).
- [Stewie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/stewie-ready-for-adoption/) - Hi, I'm Stewie. First of all, the elephant in the room: I have no eyeballs. Which, of course, means that I'm completely blind. Now, you're probably thinking, "Oh, poor little baby! I bet he needs tons of special care!" but let me stop you right there. First of all, if it weren't for the fact that I
- [Home for the Holidays!](https://odas.org/home-for-the-holidays/) - There's no place like home for the holidays, so here are a few of the dogs and cats who will finally be celebrating Christmas and the new year with families of their own! Happy Holidays from all of us to you and your families (of all species). Watch here.
- [Ziggy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ziggy-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Ziggy and I've been very patient. I've waited until Christmas is over because I know it's a busy time of year... and this is important. The thing is, I'm a magnificent dog. I'm a cuddly, friendly, goofy boy. I like little children and I LOVE toys. And I'm athletic and absolutely gorgeous.
- [Smoke - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/smoke-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Smoke and I don't want to make you sad. I don't want to make you angry. Because I'm not either one of those things. I'm filled with hope and with love and with happiness! Yes, it's true that I haven't been treated kindly in the past. It's every dog's greatest fear that their humans
- [Michael - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/michael-ready-for-adoption/) - You don't just need a cat. You need an angel. And you know what? Gabriel's not the only angel who can bring good news at Christmastime. My name is Michael. And I have good news. See, your cat search is over. And maybe it's not ending how you expected, exactly. Maybe you were set on a
- [Cooper - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/cooper-ready-for-adoption/) - Does looking for a dog sometimes make you feel like Goldilocks? I mean, not the breaking & entering part. I'm sure you have respect for other people's (or bears') homes and property. But... does it ever feel like everything you see is too big or too small, too old or too young, too wild or
- [Diamond - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/diamond-ready-for-adoption/) - Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? Well, quit dreaming, you fool! Let's make it happen! My name is Diamond and if I look like a bit of a tough customer, well... that's because I am. Don't get me wrong. I'm an awesome cat. For one thing, I'm tremendous. 11 years old and 18 lb of
- [Mouse - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mouse-ready-for-adoption/) - 'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was moving, not even...You know, I'm not one for old stories. They have their place, but... I think I'd rather write my own. Make it new. Make it mine. My name is Mouse... and this is the story I want to write. It's
- [Panera Fundraiser - Thursday, Dec. 14th!](https://odas.org/panera-fundraiser-thursday-dec-14th/) - Transform your Panera experience into a meaningful celebration! We invite you to join us at the Chesterfield Panera (1650 Clarkson Road) on December 14th from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Simply show this flyer or use the code FUND4U online, and 25% of your purchase will be donated to Open Door! Every bite you take contributes
- [Ahsoka - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ahsoka-ready-for-adoption/) - I keep hearing this story about this fella. His name was Rudolph. You've probably heard of him. My name is Ahsoka. Not Rudolph. And I'm a girl dog, not a boy reindeer. But... I find the story inspiring. A misfit who finds his niche. I can relate. In fact, I sorta think I might like to try
- [Mrs. Tabbykin - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/mrs-tabbykin-ready-for-adoption/) - Now, class... settle down. I'll wait. My name is Mrs. Tabbykin and I'm here to inspire young minds. You might be thinking I'm awfully young to be both a working teacher and a married woman. At seven months old, I'm still just a kid, right? Also, can cats even legally get marriage or teaching licenses?
- [S'ghetti - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sghetti-ready-for-adoption/) - 🍝 Are you ready... for some S'GHETTI? Yes, that's right- it's just "S'ghetti," not "Spaghetti." I'm like one of those guys whose parents just name them "Drew" or "Chris" instead of "Andrew" or "Christopher" or whatever. I mean, you can give me a new name if you want. L'sagne, T'tellini, M'caroni, Jim... In fact, I think
- [Diplodocus - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/diplodocus-ready-for-adoption/) - Home, the final frontier... These are the voyages of the Starship Diplodocus. My continuing mission: To explore strange new worlds, cabinets, and nooks and crannies. To seek out new life and civilizations and make friends with them. To boldly go where no cat has gone before. You may call me an explorer. The truth is,
- [FedEx - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/fedex-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is FedEx and I'm a little dog with BIG opinions! First of all, I think all dogs should have a home. a GOOD home where they'll be cared for. For the rest of their lives, no matter what. And by "all dogs," I especially mean me. Second of all, I think that I, in particular,
- [Shasta - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/shasta-ready-for-adoption/) - Some people are just born suave, you know? They sliiiiiide through life without having to try and never quite have an inkling that it might be different for some people, you know? Aaaaand then there are some of us who are... "endearingly awkward." My name is Shasta and I'm one of those. I LOVE people.
- [Gallimimus - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gallimimus-ready-for-adoption/) - Do you find beauty in the strange and fantastical? Are you a connoisseur of the peculiar? I may be a curious creature, but, you see... I think perhaps we're made for each other. My name is Gallimimus. Like the dinosaur. And, at nine months old, I'm still quite young. My unique look isn't because of any
- [Boulder - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/boulder-ready-for-adoption/) - First of all, yes. I really am this color. I'm not chocolate or black... more of a misty silver-blue. Oooooh. My name is Boulder and, oh man, does it fit! I'm a big guy. Solid. Nearly 80 lb of muscle. And definitely outdoorsy. I'm not the type of dog to sit at your feet all
- [Noodle - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/noodle-ready-for-adoption/) - Yes, I know lots of people want a "doodle", but I'm something even better: I'm NOODLE! I'm a rare purebred Lapplandish Dappledazzle Tigerhund. And this color? Oh man. Gold Marmoris, it's called. You don't find dogs like this. It's totally unique. I'm specially bred to be a Very Good Boy: super sweet, good with other
- [Paul Bunyan - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/paul-bunyan-ready-for-adoption/) - You know what's wrong with kids today? ... Nothing. They're doing great. They're kids. I'm Paul Bunyan and I'm not a kid. I'm about five years old. And yeah, it's true- I'm not old enough to properly be a geezer yet. In cat years, I'm only like... 37. But that's not going to stop me! I was
- [Luna - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/luna-ready-for-adoption/) - Lunas unite! If I had to guess, I'd say one of two things are true. Either 1. When you get a dog, you plan on naming her Luna or 2. You already have a dog named Luna. And if you don't, your sister-in-law does or your next door neighbor does or at least one of
- [You Can Make A Difference!](https://odas.org/the-story-of-smoke/) - "I could never do what you guys do!" "Someone do something" "I don't know how you do it!" "I wish I could..." "I would, but..." This Giving Tuesday, you CAN! You can make a difference in the lives of dogs like Smoke, who was abandoned in his home when his owners moved and then let
- [Flapjack's Story](https://odas.org/flapjacks-story/) - Imagine naming your dog "Sh*tball." Imagine kicking him in the face and, when it's obvious that his jaw and nose are broken, just going "well, he deserved it," and leaving it. Imagine not even mentioning it when you drop him off at the shelter three months later, covered in his own waste, matted, and stinking.
- [Giving Tuesday!](https://odas.org/giving-tuesday/) - Giving Tuesday is TODAY! Here are some of the ways your gift makes a difference: $10 will cover all expenses for one cat or one dog for one day $25 will cover all necessary vaccines for one cat or dog $50 will spay or neuter one cat or one dog $100 will cover all expenses
- [Chile - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/chile-ready-for-adoption/) - "The Perfect Cat!" "Super, SUPER sweet!" "The best little lap cat ever!" My name is Chile and I'm just a humble little cat... but it's hard to stay humble when people say this kind of stuff about you! It's true, though- I am a snuggler and a lap cat. I love being held. I'm always ready
- [Giving Tuesday, November 28, 2023](https://odas.org/giving-tuesday-november-28/) - This Giving Tuesday, we come together to MAKE A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE! Our fundraising goal this year is $15,000, which helps us: • Provide food and shelter for over 1,400 cats and dogs each year • Rescue and rehabilitate cats and dogs that have been abused or neglected Thanks to the help of some generous sponsors,
- [Stella - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/stella-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey, can you come out and play? My name is Stella. What's yours? I'm looking for a best friend. Someone kind and sweet, just like me. Maybe someone who has a dog! I love dogs! Someone who just... loves spending time together, I guess. You seem pretty great so far. I can really see us being
- [Tabby & Lexi - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/tabby-lexi-ready-for-adoption/) - How are you, my dahling? I'm Tabby (with the lovely copper spots and streaks) and this is my life partner, Lexi (with the white mittens). We've come to you with a simple request: Just come see us. Give us a chance. Where's the harm in that? I'll tell you. There is none. And if you
- [Soda Pop - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/soda-pop-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Soda Pop! I know I look like a very realistic squishmallow and... well, maybe I am! Are "squishmallow" and "actual living cat" mutually exclusive? Whatever I am, I think we can both agree that I'm an extremely cute one. And yes, you can absolutely shake my little mittens and boop my nose
- [Giving Tuesday - November, 28, 2023](https://odas.org/giving-tuesday-november-28-2023/) - This #GivingTuesday, we come together to MAKE A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE! Thank you for choosing to support Open Door Animal Sanctuary on this National Day of Giving! Our fundraising goal this year is $15,000, which helps us: • Provide food and shelter for over 1,400 cats and dogs each year • Rescue and rehabilitate cats and dogs that
- [Sadie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/10786-2/) - I know people prefer it when dogs can be put neatly in little boxes. This one is cuddly. That one is wild. This one is a couch potato. That one is shy. This one is gentle. That one is aggressive. Period. When you get down to it, no dog fits perfectly into those boxes. We're living
- [Friends of Open Door Holiday Bazaar - Saturday, November 18, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.](https://odas.org/friends-of-open-door-holiday-bazaar-saturday-november-18/) - Join us for a delightful holiday shopping experience that not only brings joy to your heart but also supports our furry friends. Get ready to discover unique gifts, crafts and goodies that will make your holiday season even more special. By purchasing items at our Holiday Bazaar, you are directly contributing to the care and
- [Stegosaurus - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/stegosaurus-ready-for-adoption/) - Stegosaurus is on a quest for answers. While pondering questions like why humans have hair on their heads and cats have fur all over, she also wonders if a turtle with wings could fly or how high a cat could jump on the moon. Her most burning question is about "adoption." Stegosaurus knows it means
- [2023 Ornament Drive!](https://odas.org/2023-ornament-drive/) - We are excited to announce that preparations are in full swing for this year's annual Ornament Drive! So, how does this heartwarming initiative work? We supply the ornaments and you generously offer the venue. Each cardboard ornament showcases an adorable, adoptable animal on the front, along with a concise wish list on the back. These
- [Change a Cat's Life: Foster!](https://odas.org/change-a-cats-life-foster/) - We have a beautiful shelter. A dedicated, loving staff. We do the absolute best we can. But nothing can change the fact that a shelter is not a home. It can be stressful for a cat to live around so many strangers, noises, smells, and other cats. Even if they don't mind other cats, living with
- [Li'Luna - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/liluna-ready-for-adoption/) - They call me Li'l Luna and I've got enthusiasm COMING OUT MY EARS! Which, given the size and volume of these ears, is really saying something. I love the sky. I love the leaves falling all around me. I LOVE other dogs and I LOOOOVEEEEE people. At seven months old, I'm still just a kid.
- [Delilah - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/delilah-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Delilah and I'm like a geode. Right away, I might seem kind of stony. A bit of a tough exterior. But it's what's inside that really sparkles! It's not til you chip away at the outside a bit that you get to see how special I am. I'm loving and wonderful and polite. Once
- [Starlet - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/10704-2/) - 500 Days in the Shelter- Our Cat Room's Longest Resident Needs a Savior! When gorgeous, outgoing Starlet arrived at the shelter sixteen months ago, none of us could ever have guessed that she'd be the one nobody wanted. She's amazing. She jumps right up to greet people, loves to play, and is interested in checking
- [Elias - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/elias-ready-for-adoption/) - Have you ever had a buddy who is super awkward around people they don't know, but is a total hambone once they get to know you? Or maybe you ARE that friend. My name is Elias and I am totally that friend. I'm that guy who, when someone says to my pals "he's a little
- [Sapphire - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sapphire-ready-for-adoption/) - I may not look like royalty at first glance. When you see me in my kennel- just one black dog among many- you probably won't even notice me. But make no mistake. I AM a queen. Empress Sapphire of the Seven Seas, if you please. What exactly I'm doing here in Jefferson County is a mystery
- [Sconce - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sconce-ready-for-adoption/) - Life is better with a little bit of company, right? But sometimes, you don't necessarily want something as complicated as another human or as demanding as a dog. Sometimes, the perfect companion is a cat. My name is Sconce and I fit that niche PERFECTLY. Do you need someone who can handle herself all day long
- [Jax - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/jax-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey there, I'm Jax, and I'm here to share my story with you. They say I'm pure sunshine, and I can't wait to brighten your world. You see, I've got a knack for turning even the most dedicated curmudgeons into giggling kids. It all starts with my magnificent ears and this wildly wagging tail. Just
- [Tree Star - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/tree-star-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Tree Star and I'm here to teach you about The Power of Love I'm an expert, you know. Like, other cats? I LOVE them. In fact, I'd say I need a home with a friendly cat who will let me cuddle and play with them. I have sisters and brothers here whom
- [Panera Fundraiser - Thursday, Oct. 26](https://odas.org/panera-fundraiser-thursday-oct-26/) - Turn Panera into a party with purpose! Join us at Eureka Panera on October 26, 4-8 pm. Present this flyer or enter code FUND4U online to give 25% of your purchase to Open Door! Your meal makes a difference to our cats and dogs!
- [Bacardi & Malibu - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bacardi-malibu-ready-for-adoption/) - Hi! I'm Bacardi and this is my sister, Malibu! I know it's hard to tell where one of us ends and the other begins, but we are actually two separate kittens... who would love a home together. I'm the one in front with the little orange dot on my head. We're about six months old
- [Penny - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/penny-ready-for-adoption/) - Are you the kind of person who will wait for your phone to stop ringing and then check your voicemail? Do your ideal Saturday plans not involve putting on shoes? Does the idea of going a whole weekend without talking to another person sound amazing to you? Then you and I might be kindred spirits. My
- [Sadie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sadie-ready-for-adoption/) - Hi there, I'm Sadie, and let's address the elephant in the room (or should I say, the "pooch" in the room ) - yes, I'm on the heavier side. But beneath it all, I'm just a beagle-sized bundle of love. Plus, I rock a stylish gray muzzle at the grand age of ten! Sure, my
- [Lou - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/lou-ready-for-adoption/) - Hiya, I'm Lou! That's me in front with my sister. Actually, I've have SIX sisters! I'm the only dude in the bunch. We're six months old and we've been waiting far too long for homes of our own. Are you a big fan of orange? We've got you covered. Three of us are lovely vibrant
- [Rock & Roll Bingo - Friday, October 20](https://odas.org/rock-roll-bingo-friday-october-20/) - Get ready to rock and roll like never before! Join us for an electrifying night of Rock & Roll Bingo on Friday, October 20th at the Kirkwood Community Center (111 S Geyer Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122). To secure your spot, shoot an email to Tracie@odas.org. Admission is just $30 per person, which includes water, soda
- [Archway Oldsmobile Club - Trivia Night Saturday, Oct. 21](https://odas.org/archway-oldsmobile-club-trivia-night-saturday-oct-21/) - Join Collector Car Trivia Night - Registration Now Open! Are you a true car aficionado? Is your passion for vintage cars unmatched? If so, put your automotive knowledge to the test at Collector Car Trivia Night! This exciting event is proudly presented by the Archway Oldsmobile Club, and the proceeds will go towards supporting our
- [The Golden Girls Need a Miracle!](https://odas.org/the-golden-girls-need-a-miracle/) - These four gorgeous seniors are looking for a home TOGETHER! We know it would take a miracle, but nothing is impossible. We need your help to make it happen. Their adoption fees have been covered by a wonderful donor. Meet Goldie, Gracie, Gabbie and Zoe. Zoe, who is nearly 16 years old, is the mother of
- [Einstein - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/einstein-ready-for-adoption/) - The Theory of Special Relativity teaches us that space and time are intricately connected. As you approach the speed of light, time itself begins to slow down. It's a concept that's truly remarkable, isn't it? Hello, I'm Einstein, and my theory on space and time might be a bit different, but it's equally fascinating: If
- [Trunk or Treat - Wednesday, October 18](https://odas.org/trunk-or-treat-dean-team-subaru/) - Join us on Wednesday, October 18 at The Dean Team Subaru in Ballwin, bring your little ghosts, goblins, and Guardians of the Galaxy for a Trunk or Treat! We will have a few of our adoptable animals with us. When you adopt a cat or dog from us during the month of October, Subaru will
- [Boh - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/boh-ready-for-adoption/) - Introducing Boh, the dog with aspirations as vast as his heart. While some may envision his name in giant letters, Boh's true yearning is to see it in little letters – handwritten at the bottom of an adoption contract, excitedly shared in text messages with friends and family: "Look who just joined our family!" Or
- [Oksana Murray - Volunteer of the Year 2023](https://odas.org/oksana-murray-volunteer-of-the-year-2023/) - We're thrilled to celebrate our dedicated volunteers! Oksana Murray, who dedicates three days a week to our shelter, received the Volunteer of the Year award and was featured in the Jefferson County Leader! CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE
- [Luna & Kong - Need Your Help](https://odas.org/luna-kong-need-your-help/) - Luna and Kong's rescue narrative isn't a dramatic saga filled with action or graphic images. It's a tale of quiet neglect, about picking up the pieces from someone who likely didn't intend harm to their animals but couldn't or wouldn't provide basic care. Both Luna and Kong came to us as owner surrenders in a
- [Duckie- Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/duckie-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Duckie and I'll be honest: I'm having kind of a hard time. First of all, I'm completely blind. These big eyes that reflect iridescent blue when the light hits them, like there's a galaxy inside me... they don't really work. That doesn't make my life any less full or happy and doesn't
- [Rascal - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/rascal-ready-for-adoption/) - Hello, I'm Rascal, and my heart is always bursting with excitement! You might be wondering why I'm so thrilled, but honestly, I don't need a specific reason – I'm just a naturally joyful and spirited pup! Right now, I'm even more ecstatic because, as you're reading this, there's a chance I might have the incredible
- [Taz - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/taz-ready-for-adoption/) - Hello there, I'm Taz! I might not fit your usual feline expectations, sporting formal wear at 9:00 on a Wednesday morning, but that's just how I like to roll. And while my name might suggest otherwise, I'm actually a female cat. Despite my petite stature, I'm a fully grown year-old kitty, not a kitten. In
- [Update! Ducky Found His Forever Family!](https://odas.org/🌟-meet-ducky-a-special-dog-in-search-of-a-loving-home-🌟/) - 🎉 Fantastic News! Ducky has found a loving forever home! 🏡❤️ Your support made it possible and The Dean Team's generous donation of $100 for each October adoption played a vital role. Thank you for making a difference in Ducky's life and supporting pets in need. 🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾 Hi, I'm Ducky, and they say there's
- [Rescuing Smoke: Help Us Create Brighter Futures for Neglected Pets](https://odas.org/rescuing-smoke-help-us-create-brighter-futures-for-neglected-pets/) - Smoke's journey to a brighter future has begun! This weekend, we welcomed this sweet boy, rescued from abandonment. Severely underweight and neglected for too long, Smoke's resilience shines through. Despite his past, Smoke is a typical pit mix—overflowing with love, kisses, and wagging tails. Welcome to your new life, Smoke! We're excited to shower you
- [🐶✨ We're Hiring for Kennel Positions! ✨🐶](https://odas.org/🐶✨-were-hiring-for-kennel-positions-✨🐶/) - Are you tired of the same old office or restaurant job? Picture this: working closely with around 70 dogs, of all sizes, ages, and personalities. We're offering full-time and part-time positions from 8 AM to 4 PM, including weekends and holidays. Applicants must be over 18 and comfortable handling big dogs. You can start your
- [Lipton - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/lipton-ready-for-adoption/) - Introducing Lipton, our advocate for cat moms! 🐾 While kittens are wonderful, adult cats like Lipton are gems too. At 2 years old, she's outgoing, sweet and ready for her forever home. Lipton is not just a cat; she's a cuddly companion waiting to bring joy to your life. During October, Dean Team Subaru will
- [Chelsea - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/chelsea-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Chelsea and I don't do things in pastels. I'm not about that desaturated life. Nothing about me is beige. I've lived for 431 days in a gray concrete kennel and... it's not for me! When I do things, I do them all the way. Loving my person? 100%. My whole entire heart gets
- [Tony - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/tony-ready-for-adoption/) - Hello world! My name is Tony. Now you're probably thinking, "Tony must be short for 'Antoinette' or 'Antonia' or something." You're a cat-savvy person. You know that cats like me who are both tabby AND orange are almost always female. NOPE! Not me! I'm one-of-a-kind! I am 100% BOY. I'm all snips and snails and puppy
- [We're Hiring in the Kennels!](https://odas.org/were-hiring-in-the-kennels/) - We're hiring in the kennels! Just think. Tomorrow, you'll be going to your regular boring ol' job in an office or a restaurant or a spaceship or a secret government laboratory or whatever it is you do. It doesn't have to be that way. You. Yes you. You could be working with DOGS! Like, seventy
- [Mojo - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mojo-ready-for-adoption/) - Hello, there! My name is Mojo, and you might wonder if it's short for Monkeyshines Jodhpurs, but regardless, it suits me perfectly. I'm just 11 months old and a total hambone, always ready to spread some cheer. If you want to be my friend, guess what? You're already there! Yep, all you have to do
- [Haribo - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/haribo-ready-for-adoption/) - Picture this: you're at Build-A-Cat Workshop, looking at all the options! You want something cute, a little offbeat, but "natural." You're not into those neon-rainbow abominations with the creepy giant eyeballs. No, you'd rather have a soft classic kitty... but with a twist. Maybe a boy with bold caramel-mocha swirls along the sides? A little chocolate
- [Incredible Dog Challenge 2023 - Saturday, September 30](https://odas.org/incredible-dog-challenge-2023-saturday-september-30/) - For over 25 years, Purina® Pro Plan® has given incredible canine athletes the platform to showcase their amazing abilities in exciting events like dock diving, flying disc, agility and more! For more information visit Purina Farms website https://www.purina.com/pro-plan/incredible-dog-challenge. Come visit our booth from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Hope to see you there!
- [Bella - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bella-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Do you believe in standing up for the little guy? The underdog? Were you the kid who loved the "misfit toys" extra hard because they were the ones who needed it? When everyone else is fighting over the shiniest bauble, are you off to the side, admiring the subtler beauty of more complex stones? Then you're
- [Brigid - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bridget-ready-for-adoption/) - Purr: Quality of Headbutts: Biscuit Making: General Cuteness: Brigid is LIFE-CHANGING! Super high-quality and fits perfectly into any home. She's incredibly versatile! Great for parties- outgoing, snuggly and everyone's best pal. A perfect respite for those introverts who want to be social, but sometimes need a cat break. She's also great for families! She gets
- [Patches - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/patches-ready-for-adoption/) - Stress? Gone! Day? Brightened! Heart? Filled up with love and happiness! That's how pretty much everyone feels after they meet me. I can't help it- I just come with my own sunshine. My name is Patches and all I want is to help you out. Need your face washed? I'll bathe you in kisses! Need
- [National Night Out - Tuesday, October 4th](https://odas.org/national-nigh-out-tuesday-october-4th/) - National Night Out is just around the corner, scheduled for Tuesday, October 4th, from 4 to 7 p.m. There will be a fantastic lineup of vehicles on site, including a fire truck, ambulance, dispatch vehicle and a tow truck. In addition to these exciting displays, God’s Grace Animal Rescue is planning to host a delightful farm animal
- [Mimi - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mimi-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Hello there! Are you on the hunt for the purrfect feline companion? Look no further, because I'm Mimi, and I'm the cat you've been searching for! Why me, you ask? Well, here's the scoop: I'm incredibly affectionate. If you want a loving cat you can cuddle with, I'm your gal. Friendly and outgoing? That's me! I'm
- [Bacardi - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/10015-2/) - My name is Bacardi and I'm still trying to find myself. I mean, I'm only five months old. Most kids my age don't completely know what they're going to be when they grow up, right? Will I be shy? Curious? Cuddly? Or more than just one thing? I recently moved to a whole new section in the
- [Friends of Open Door Yard Sale - Saturday, September 23](https://odas.org/friends-of-open-door-yard-sale-saturday-september-23/) - Calling all bargain-hunters! The Friends of Open Door Animal Sanctuary are putting on a yard sale, Saturday, September 23 starting at 7 AM. Come on down and find some treasures! All proceeds, of course, go to support the animals at Open Door.
- [Cool Hand Luke - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/9995-2/) - How do you mark an entire year in the shelter? That's the question on my mind. I'm Cool Hand Luke and I crossed my one-year mark last month. Today, I'm on day 408. Should I throw a party? Invite my pals? I've got plenty of them! I'm outgoing and people-loving, and if I weren't 80 pounds
- [Vlad - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/9980-2/) - Do you wish you could have a pet lion/tiger/panther/clouded leopard, but you're a responsible person who would never do such a thing? My name is Vlad and I'm the next best thing. I'm a Big Dude. Like, if you wanna tell your friends I'm part mountain lion, they might believe you. I mean, it would
- [Cotton - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/cotton-ready-for-adoption-2/) - Are you a fan of fluffy, playful dogs with exuberant personalities? Do you adore dogs that are a perfect blend of goofy and charming, complete with out-of-control happy tongues and a knack for high fives? Are you seeking a canine companion who can effortlessly switch between being a true gentleman and the life of the
- [Crash - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/crash-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey there, America! 🐾 I'm Crash and I'm thrilled to throw my furry hat into the ring for the prestigious title of "Your Cat." 🎩 With 8 years of purr-fect experience in the world of feline excellence, I'm paws-itively ready for the job. In Kitty City, I've earned my stripes as the Official Door Greeter
- [Nala - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/9911-2/) - We understand that not everyone is a "small dog person." If you're not into dogs you can carry around in designer purses or those with peculiar haircuts resembling tiny brains on top of their heads, we get it. However, we also recognize the wisdom in having a canine companion of a more manageable size. Imagine being
- [Papa John's Fundraiser - September 14-17](https://odas.org/papa-johns-fundraiser-september-14-17/) - Papa John’s is offering 20% off and a 20% donation to the shelter for every order made with the promo code ODAS. So have a pizza party! Treat your co-workers to lunch! Make your movie night even better! And support your favorite shelter at the same time.
- [Greentree Festival - September 15-17](https://odas.org/greentree-festival-september-15-17/) - This weekend (9/15-9/17) is the annual Greentree Festival in Kirkwood Park. There are lots of awesome vendors and things to do and see. Come by to visit us! We'll have merch, information and lots and lots of PUPPIES and KITTENS for adoption!
- [Moblin - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/moblin-ready-for-adoption/) - I go by the name Moblin, and I've got a unique perspective on life that I'd like to share with you. You see, I believe that describing a cat with just one word or phrase is like trying to capture a rainbow with a single color. Cats, like me, are multi-faceted creatures, each with their
- [Shelby - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/shelby-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Shelby and let's be honest- you've already fallen in love with me. Look at this face. You can just TELL I'm perfect, right? But I get it. You still want the details... just to make sure. Well, I'm about a year old and I get along great with other cats and show no
- [Terra - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/terra-ready-for-adoption/) - Greetings, I'm Terra, and I'm a true diamond in the rough. As we all know, diamonds don't emerge from the earth in their polished, dazzling form; they often resemble unassuming rocks. Consider the possibility of overlooking something precious simply because you can't see its inherent value. At present, I may not exude radiance, but don't be
- [Deanna - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/9801-2/) - Hello, I'm Deanna, affectionately known as a "granny dog." While I lack the dexterity for crafting applique throw pillows, and my pockets aren't filled with Werther's originals and Reader's Digest, I do bring a heart full of love to your home. Weighing in at a pleasantly plump 30 pounds (though I could easily be 25 pounds
- [Denver - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/denver-ready-for-adoption/) - Hello there! 🐾 Ready for some adventure? Whether it's hiking, biking, swimming, or sports, I'm Denver, and I want you on my team! Life's a blast with a furry friend by your side. 🌟 At one year old, I'm in my athletic prime, a bit of a party animal, and always up for fun. I'm social,
- [T. Rex - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/t-rex-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is T. Rex! I'm named for the KING of dinosaurs- one of the most ferocious creatures to ever walk the Earth! The size of a school bus with 60 serrated teeth! But you know what? I bet some of those T. Rexes back in the Cretaceous period just... wanted to be cuddled and
- [Greg - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/greg-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Greg! And you may think, with this majestic face, these dahlia-petal ears, these gorgeous almond eyes... that I ought to be named something really fancy, like Thaddeus Percival Willoughby, Esquire. But that's not me at all! In fact, I'm about 25% class clown, 25% just one of the guys, and 50% the babiest
- [Bowie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bowie-ready-for-adoption/) - 🐾 Urgent message: It's time to embark on a life-changing mission! 🚀 Human, no time to dawdle! Grab your keys, start that engine, and head straight to your place. GO GO GO! Once we arrive, I'll hold down the fort while you gear up for our grand adventure. Here's the checklist: A personalized tag (it's
- [Aubrey - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/aubrey-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Aubrey and I don't even WANT to be adopted. I mean, why would I want a family? Someone to love me every day? Someone to play with and snuggle? ... Who needs that? I'm having a lot of fun at the shelter. I'm five months old and learning all kinds of games! I love
- [Blondie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/blondie-ready-for-adoption/) - One way or another, I'm gonna find you, I'm gonna getcha getcha getcha getcha...And by "you," of course, I mean... you! The person who is going to come to the shelter and take me home. My name is Blondie and I think you and I are going to be great friends. The details about my previous
- [Ready for Adoption - Piper & Boots](https://odas.org/ready-for-adoption-piper-boots/) - I see you. You're a good person. You've got a big heart and a home bursting with love. And you want to give a dog a home. But... a lot of the dogs in need have considerations of one kind or another. You need a gentle, friendly, well-behaved dog who likes little kids, gets along
- [Adoption Ready - Meet Chomper, Tree Star, Cera, Spike & Sharptooth](https://odas.org/chomper-tree-star-cera-spike-sharptooth-ready-for-adoption/) - If you're thinking about welcoming a cat into your life, you're in for a delightful treat! Our remarkable feline stars are ready and eagerly waiting for their forever homes. Meet our wonderful cats: Chomper (Male, 5 years old, mostly gray): Chomper is a playful spirit who's always ready for a game with his favorite toy.
- [Luca - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/luca-ready-for-adoption/) - Who says that an 80-lb dog can't also be a little baby puppy? My name is Luca and I may look intimidating, but if you're looking for a mean dog to impress your mean friends... you've come to the wrong place. 'Cause me? I'm a Sugar Pie Sweetie Muffin with a big squishy marshmallow heart! Okay,
- [Now Hiring - Volunteer & Event Coordinator Position](https://odas.org/now-hiring-volunteer-event-coordinator-position/) - We are hiring for our Volunteer and Event Coordinator position. It is a full-time position located at our Sanctuary in House Springs, MO. This role involves working collaboratively with our team and requires weekend and some evening hours. The Coordinator will manage volunteer recruitment, training and scheduling for events, ensuring a positive and organized experience.
- [Sully - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sully-ready-for-adoption/) - You might initially see me as a cat without hope, a common perception, but my name is Sully, and I'm 8 years old, declawed, and mostly blind, yet undeniably extraordinary. I understand that I don't fit the conventional image of a cat, being one-of-a-kind, but I implore you to take a moment and get to
- [Carol - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/carol-ready-for-adoption/) - Are you looking for the perfect personal assistant? My name is Carol and I think you'll agree that I've got what it takes. Need someone to handle all your calls and clients? I'm chatty and outgoing, always ready to charm friends and strangers alike! Between my gorgeous face, my chill personality, and my ability to
- [🐾 Heartfelt Thanks to Our Paws to Party Sponsors! 🐾](https://odas.org/paws-to-party-sponsors-2023/) - We extend our deepest gratitude to all the wonderful sponsors who made our Annual Paws To Party Dinner Auction a resounding success. Your generous support fuels our mission to provide a safe haven for animals in need. Together, we're making a lasting impact and creating brighter futures for our furry friends. Thank you for being
- [King - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/king-ready-for-adoption/) - Salutations! My name is King - Certified Beefy Gent, Scratchable Cheek Owner since twenty-oh-twenty, and Valedictorian of Whoozagoodboy Academy. Let's cut to the chase. I happen to be in the market for a brand new home and family of my own! I've got a lot to offer: I'm housebroken, able to behave myself when left
- [Boone - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/boone-ready-for-adoption/) - Oh, hello. My name is Boone, I'm one year old, and I am a polite, restrai... GAH I CAN'T HOLD IT IN ANY LONGERR! I just wanna cover your beautiful face in kisses! I love you so much! Please, can I sit in your lap? I never want to be apart from you ever again.
- [Angie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/angie-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Angie and I have the same question as a lot of shelter animals: what does "home" really mean? To some people, it's a physical location. A city. A building. It's not always where you live- sometimes, it's where you came from... or where you're headed. Where your heart belongs. Where you feel safe. And
- [Ballet - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ballet-ready-for-adoption/) - Am I doing the Macarena? Thriller? Or inviting you to take my paws and we'll do a waltz? My name is Ballet, I'm five months old, and I'm looking for a dance partner. I used to be part of an ensemble- a whole litter of kittens. But my brothers and sisters were all adopted ages
- [Redd - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/redd-ready-for-adoption/) - VOOOOOoooooooommmm! vvvvvvvOOOOOOOOOOM! NNYEEEEeeeeeeEEEEERRRRR! Wanna play airplane? Race car? Rocket ship? We could do zoomies 'round and 'round the yard and then lie belly-up in the grass and find shapes in the clouds while we catch our breath. You (best friend) and me (Redd), together forever. I already know I'm going to love you. I love everyone!
- [Pudge - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/pudge-ready-for-adoption/) - I know what you're thinking: "Wow. Has the shelter run out of real cats? This is clearly a picture of a cartoon cat. At best, it's what happens when you feed the phrase 'adorable black cat' into an AI. "Nope! I assure you- I'm completely real. My name is Pudge and not only do I
- [Albany - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/albany-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Albany and I'm amazing. I'm the sweetest little thing ever. I would be happy as can be if I could just be held all the time. I'll curl up and burrow in and just purr and purr. I love to play, but I'm not a wild party-all-the-time kind of kitten. I'm usually content to
- [Buddy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/buddy-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Buddy and I'm a long short dog. Is that contradictory? Maybe, but I'm also an awfully good boy. I wouldn't mind being alone together if we could share some jumbo shrimp. In my unbiased opinion, I deserve the most stupidly brilliant home a dog could have. I'm about five years young- a big
- [Ginger - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ginger-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Ginger and yeah, I've heard the stereotype that chihuahua mixes bite. And I'll have you know, I don't! Instead, I judge. Sleeping in, huh? Does that mean we're skipping my morning walk? Are you really gonna eat that whole thing and not share even one morsel with the dog? Just kidding. Judge Ginger
- [Karie - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/karie-ready-for-adoption/) - Karie's Shelter diary, Day 400. Dear Diary, That's right- today is my 400th day in the shelter. Should I celebrate? Cry? I don't really know. I've been in my section longer than almost anyone else here. I've seen plenty of cats come and go, but I've always been passed by. I understand- I'm a 3-year-old
- [Polka - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/polka-ready-for-adoption/) - If I had a million dollars, I would buy us the coziest house ever - a place for just you and me and our family. My name is Polka, so we could call it... Polka's Place? Polka's Palace? Whatever you like. It would be a quiet retreat from the world. That's what I need. Not,
- [Bear - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bear-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey there! You wanna have a slumber party? We can cuddle up together on the couch and have so much fun together! Hey, what's your secret spy name? It's your middle name plus the last thing you ate. So, for example, my name is Bear... and I don't have a middle name. Huh. Oh well-
- [Jake - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/jake-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey... do you know where my siblings went? If you find them, could you tell them Jake was looking for them? That's me- Jake! The humans tell me they went to "home." I don't know what that means- I'm only four months old, after all. But they tell me that if I get chosen, I'll
- [Violet - Ready For Adoption!](https://odas.org/violet-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Violet and, in a world of round holes, I'm a bit of a square peg. I've tried my best to whittle myself down to fit, but... it's not as easy as you would think. That's part of why I lost my last home- I didn't quite fit into the mold my person
- [Otter Pop - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/otter-pop-ready-for-adoption/) - It's hot out there! You know what I think you need? an Otter Pop! And do you know what the best kind of is? No, not the blue ones- although that is a solid choice. The kind with two ears, four legs, and a stubby little tail. Like me! My name is Otter Pop and
- [Mystique - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/mystique-ready-for-adoption/) - Do you ever dream of a life straight out of a Disney movie? Meet Mystique, the perfect sidekick, or even the star, for the adventure of a lifetime! This one-year-old husky mix is not only a showstopper in looks, but she's a true hero at heart – brave, loving, and gentle, making friends with everyone
- [Lotus - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/lotus-ready-for-adoption/) - Welcome to Open Door Animal Sanctuary, where every rescue story is special and unique. My name is Lotus, and I have a tale to share that has transformed me from a fierce mama bear to a sweet and affectionate cat. I may appear like any other beautiful cat, but my journey here was far from
- [Vanya - Ready For Adoption!](https://odas.org/9006-2/) - Welcome to my humble abode! My name is Vanya, and I'm thrilled to have a visitor. As you can see, I'm still settling in after moving back, but I hope not to stay for long. I must admit; I tend to be a bit of a homebody, but once someone drops by, I can't help
- [Bella - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bella-ready-for-adoption/) - I may be just another Bella to the world, but to those who know me, I'm truly one-of-a-kind! A total cuddler and the happiest girl when playing, I'm full of love and potential, waiting for the perfect home. I've spent 17 months in the shelter, searching for my ideal match. When I'm in my element, I
- [Emmet - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/emmet-ready-for-adoption/) - What I'd like to know is, who says you can't be a distinguished gentleman and the world's cutest wittle baby boy at the same time? I have to say, I respectfully disagree. My name is Emmet and I'm both those thing rolled up into one little pup. Well, I say "pup." I'm actually estimated at more
- [Lorax - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/lorax-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Lorax, and I have a story to share with you. I was abandoned, pregnant and left to fend for myself. It was a tough journey, but fortunately, someone came to my rescue. They provided me with a safe place to have my kittens, and I couldn't be more grateful. Thanks to their
- [Baby Antonio - Needs Your Help](https://odas.org/baby-antonio-needs-your-help/) - Transforming Lives, One Paw at a Time: Meet Baby Antonio Meet Baby Antonio, with his irresistible puppy dog eyes. He is counting on your kindness to help him overcome adversity. Recently brought in after being found with an injured paw, Antonio's journey to recovery starts now. While we're uncertain about the cause of his injury,
- [Biscuit - Needs Your Help!](https://odas.org/biscuit-needs-your-help/) - Introducing Biscuit: A Story of Resilience and Hope We believe in second chances and providing vital care for animals in need. Meet Biscuit, a beloved pup who found her way back to us. After being adopted as a puppy, she was recently found running and brought to Bellson Animal Hospital. Their exceptional care and dedication
- [Mimi - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/mimi-ready-for-adoption/) - Looking for the purrfect feline companion? Look no further, because Mimi is here to steal your heart! This two-year-old beauty is ready to be your new best friend. Mimi is a loving and affectionate cat who adores being held and cuddled. With her outgoing and friendly nature, she'll happily greet strangers with headbutts and make you
- [Moana - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/moana-ready-for-adoption/) - 🌊✨ Moana, the Missouri adventurer! ✨🌊 Abandoned and seeking a new beginning, I'm Moana—a name inspired by my oceanic dreams, even though I've never glimpsed the sea. I am a gentle soul, weighing around 30 lbs, I have yet to explore beyond Missouri. But hey, who needs a vast horizon when I can find happiness
- [Pinot - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/pinot-ready-for-adoption/) - 🐾 Brace yourself for Pinot's remarkable tale at Open Door Animal Sanctuary! Once troubled by an eye ailment, she eagerly embraced the "eyeball fairy's" offer of a peaceful nap and a newfound love-filled life. Pinot's resilient spirit shines as she adapts effortlessly to challenges, leaping through life with zest. Curiosity fuels her desire to befriend
- [Saucy - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/saucy-ready-for-adoption/) - Introducing Saucy, the uniquely talented counting kitty! 🐾🎉 This outgoing, charismatic girl dreams of having her own stage show, captivating audiences with her entertaining skills. Though not a math prodigy, Saucy's ability to shine and bring joy is what truly matters. With a little nurturing, she's ready to dazzle the world. 🌟 Currently at our
- [Evan - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/evan-ready-for-adoption/) - Discover the captivating tale of Evan, the enigmatic feline. They say "don't judge a book by its cover," but Evan's cover reveals a tomcat who's seen his share of challenges. With rugged charm and majestic size, he may seem like a brute, but look closer. Witness the softness in his eyes, stroke his ears, and
- [Cotton - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/cotton-ready-for-adoption/) - Introducing Cotton: The Scruffadoodle with a Heart of Gold! Hey there, fellow human! Can you believe what this scruffy exterior hides? I'll let you in on a secret – beneath this charming fur lies a heart filled with love and laughter. Seriously, have you ever thought about pursuing standup comedy? Because your jokes crack me
- [Thelma - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/thelma-ready-for-adoption/) - Introducing Thelma, a lovable 6-month-old pup in search of her forever family! With an irresistible charm and an all-American spirit, Thelma is ready to embark on a new adventure filled with love, laughter, and companionship. Though she may be young, Thelma is eager to learn and discover her values alongside her adoptive family. Imagine the
- [Puffi - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/puffi-ready-for-adoption/) - 🐾 Introducing Puffi: The Lap Cat Waiting for Her Dream Home 🏠💖 Imagine a life where you're cherished, loved, and even have the potential to become an Instagram star. That's Puffi's dream life, and she's patiently waiting for that perfect someone to make it a reality. Puffi is a charming feline who gets along wonderfully
- [Louise - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/louise-ready-for-adoption/) - - Get ready to party with Louise, the ultimate fun-loving pup! 🐾 This six-month-old bundle of energy brings joy wherever she goes. Whether it's a cozy home, a spacious yard, or even a car ride, Louise turns any space into a celebration. 🎉 She is all about friends, toys, and cookies. 🐾 Louise gets along great Get ready to party with Louise, the ultimate fun-loving pup! 🐾 This six-month-old bundle of energy brings joy wherever she goes. Whether it's a cozy home, a spacious yard, or even a car ride, Louise turns any space into a celebration. 🎉 She is all about friends, toys, and cookies. 🐾 Louise gets along great
- [Alexa - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/alexa-ready-for-adoption/) - 🐾 Introducing Alexa, the purrfect companion! While she may not predict the weather or track packages, this indoor cat is an expert in affection. Imagine cozying up to her gentle purrs after a long day. She'll extend her paw, making you feel cherished. Alexa's enchanting presence will fill your heart like no other. With her
- [Ruffles - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ruffles-ready-for-adoption/) - 🐾 Meet Ruffles: Ready for a New Beginning! 🐾 At just 7 months old, Ruffles yearns for a loving home. Instead of dreamy adventures, this sweet pup resides in a noisy kennel, craving the warmth of a cozy bed and a human's love. Ruffles is gentle, gets along with pets, and simply needs someone to
- [Check Your Chip!](https://odas.org/8566-2/) - It's the season for vacations, summertime gatherings, and fireworks; all of these factors can disorient even the most well-adjusted and well-trained pets, putting them at a higher risk of getting lost. Every pet adopted from us receives a microchip, which can quickly and safely help them find their way back home if they happen to
- [Ezra - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ezra-ready-for-adoption/) - Make new friends, but keep the old, one is silver and the other's gold. I'm Ezra and that's me- from my golden fur to my golden heart. I love my friends- the cats I came in with, the humans who look after me here, and pretty much everyone I know! But also, I'm always ready to
- [We are hiring!](https://odas.org/we-are-hiring/) - Help wanted! Are you looking for a challenging, engaging, and rewarding job? Do you wish there were more animals in your workplace? Come work for us! We're looking for a new office assistant. This is a full-time position, 8 AM to 4 PM Friday through Tuesday (every Wednesday and Thursday off). We're here every day of the
- [Summer Newsletter 2023](https://odas.org/summer-newsletter-2023/) - Greetings from Open Door Animal Sanctuary! We are thrilled to share with you the incredible impact your generous support has on the lives of our furry friends, which enables us to continue providing a safe haven for animals in need in our Summer 2023 Newsletter. CLICK HERE TO READ If you would like to receive
- [Beautiful Ginger - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/8324-2/) - I'm Ginger and I'm a strong, independent lady! Every day, my friends here take me for my morning stroll - I'm housebroken, after all, so I have to start the day with a walk to... powder my nose. I tell them every day- don't trouble yourself! I can take myself for a walk on my
- [Paws To Party - Sunday, August 20, 2023](https://odas.org/paws-to-party-august-20-2023-save-the-date/) - Paws To Party 2023 Annual Dinner Auction will be held on Sunday, August 20 at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac. Registration will start at 5 p.m. Please save the date! If you would like to be a sponsor or purchase tickets, go to odas.org/pawstoparty for more information. We are now accepting auction items, if you
- [Kevin - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/kevin-ready-for-adoption/) - Snips and snails and... kitty cat tails! My name is Kevin and I'm all boy and all kitten. At four months old, I'm in the MOST FUN stage! Climbing cat trees and pretending they're giant sequoias! Zooming around like a race car driver! Checking EVERYTHING out! And then passing out in a pile with my
- [Luigi - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/8306-2/) - Hello, my darling. My name is Luigi and I'm looking for love. I'm not one for big public displays- Jumbotron smooches? Skywriting? Getting up in front of the whole school and putting me on the spot with a cheesy serenade? I think I would literally sink into the ground. I'm a very loving fellow, but privately- when
- [Gunter - Available for Adoption!](https://odas.org/gunter-available-for-adoption/) - My name is Gunter and I'm here to bring you 🌞SUNSHINE🌞 and ✨HAPPINESS✨! Here's how I greet people: the first two or three seconds, I go ❓🤨❓and then I go 😄🥰😍 Hey, d'ya think you could pick me up and hold me on your hip like a toddler? I would FREAKING LOVE THAT. I'd be
- [Toffee - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/toffee-ready-for-adoption/) - Hi! I'm Toffee! I'm a good boy! Wanna be my best friend? Too late! I've already decided! We're TOTALLY best friends. Hey, let's go for a walk! No wait- let's play tennis ball! Oooh, hang on- are those treats? Guess what?! I know how to SIT for treats! I'm really good at it. Hey, do you
- [Papa John's Fundraiser - June 1-4, 2023](https://odas.org/papa-johns-fundraiser-june-1-4-2023/) - Papa John's is offering 20% off and a 20% donation to the shelter for every order made with the promo code ODAS. So have a pizza party! Treat your co-workers to lunch! Make your movie night even better! And support your favorite shelter at the same time.
- [Sprocket - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/sprocket-ready-for-adoption/) - Hey pal! Hey! Come on- don't pass me by without stopping to talk. That's better. Hey, let's start with the basics: My name is Sprocket, I'm two years old, and I'm looking for a home. How about you? Oh... you HAVE a home? That's... that's cool. Good for you. I don't suppose you have room
- [Chomper - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/chomper-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Chomper and I'm not the kind of dog whose world is just black and white. Where some dogs are brown-eyed or blue-eyed, I'm both. Where some dogs' coat colors are easy to describe, mine is... Blue? Tan? White? Merle? A little of each? It's not just that, though. For some dogs, life
- [Matais - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/matais-ready-for-adoption/) - Well! Hello there! I've seen a lot of people around these parts, but... none of them quite like you. You're incredible. My name is Matais, by the way. I'm about two years old and I need a new home. Thing is, I've been looking for someone special. That's why you caught my eye. Because I
- [Toffee On the Mend!](https://odas.org/toffee-on-the-mend/) - Heartworm disease is devastating. The treatment is vicious, painful, expensive, and takes months to complete. It's also completely preventable! A tasty and relatively inexpensive monthly chewable knocks those suckers right out before they can take hold. So you would think it wouldn't be very common, right? Unfortunately, it's not at all uncommon. We take in
- [Harley - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/harley-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Harley and I'm ready to have the BEST. SUMMER. EVER! You might not think I look like a summer girl and... well... yes and no. I mean, obviously, I'm a husky. We're snow dogs. But THIS summer is different. Because this is the summer I'm going to find my FOREVER HOME! I can't
- [Red Queen - Available for Adoption!](https://odas.org/red-queen-available-for-adoption/) - I've been here ten whole months now and still, every time I'm out running around, someone is like, "oh my gosh WHO is that ADORABLE little round gray and white cat? I've never noticed her before!" Those in the know are like, "No tail? Big eyes? That's Red Queen!" Yep- that's me! Why do people not
- [Bones - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/bones-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Bones and I need your help. This is my "before" picture. It's what I looked like when I first came to the shelter. Yep, those sunken eyes, those long nails... they tell me I was badly neglected and mistreated for a long time and that the conditions I grew up in were not
- [Stud Muffin - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/stud-muffin-ready-for-adoption/) - There's one main thing you need to know about me: I'm a romantic. My name is Stud Muffin. Yeah... I know. I'm not that attached to it. It makes me sound like a cocky bro with a lot of swagger and that's not really me. I'm definitely more Lord Byron than David Hasselhoff. First, I want to
- [Aerith - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/aerith-ready-for-adoption/) - People always say, "I don't want an adult cat. It's gotta be a kitten because I want to shape and mold it to be exactly what I want!" I'm Aerith and... lol. Good luck with that, humans. I'm six months old and if there's one thing you need to know about me, it's that I'm my
- [THANK YOU - Give STL Day Goal Exceeded!](https://odas.org/thank-you-give-stl-day-goal-exceeded/) - Give STL Day has OFFICIALLY come to a close! Thank you to EVERYONE who donated, shared posts and helped us exceed our goal! You are the reason our work is possible and we couldn't be more grateful to you! Did you miss the deadline? You can still give! Go to odas.org/donate to help provide love,
- [Vivien's Story - Give STL DAY](https://odas.org/viviens-story-givestlday/) - We're so close to our with just ONE HOUR left to give! Can you help us help dogs like Vivien? When the dog house where little Vivien had been living with her sisters caught fire, her life changed in an instant. She was just a tiny baby puppy and that dog house was the only
- [The Story of Bones - Give STL Day](https://odas.org/bones-story-give-stl-day/) - If you've spent any time in animal rescue, you know how bad it has to be for the police to intervene. And in Bones' case... they had little choice. Bones was one of about a dozen animals in one home living a life of squalor, neglect, and abuse until they arrived at the shelter. He was
- [Turtle - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/turtle-ready-for-adoption/) - My name is Turtle and I have a superpower: I can bring joy to people's lives. I may only have three legs but I'm a benevolent force for good. I'm super-soft, super-sweet, super-pretty and my physical differences make me super-special. I came to the Sanctuary with one front leg badly injured and it had to
- [Yogurt & Crunch TV Debut!](https://odas.org/give-stl-day-may-10-yogurt-crunch-tv-debut/) - Early giving has begun! We were at the St. Louis Community Foundation this morning with KMOV, celebrating 10 years of giving. Thank you to all our donors for supporting our cats and dogs over the years, we look forward to another successful Give STL Day tomorrow. To help us reach our goal, visit https://www.givestlday.org/opendooranimalsanctuary Check
- [Give STL Day - May 10th](https://odas.org/give-stl-day-may-10th/) - We're less than a week away from Give STL Day! We've got three ways to give: 1. Give now! Early giving is open! 2. Give on the day of! There are power hours, drawings, and hourly prizes for organizations based on unique donors and money raised, so your gift will have even more impact. 3.
- [Venus - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/7832-2/) - I've heard lots of promises from humans in my life. Like, "Don't worry, Venus- you'll grow into those ears!" or "You'll catch that squirrel one of these days." Not all of those promises have come to fruition, but that's okay- there's only one promise I really care about. It's the one I'm still waiting for:
- [New Video - Marley and Friends](https://odas.org/new-video-marley-and-friends/) - Check out this video created by Kira Dobson, featuring the joys of dog ownership. Kira also produced the song featured in the video as well. Kira's family adopted Marley from us and believes in adopting from shelters like ours. Enjoy! To watch Click Here.
- [Hannah & Peanut - Adoption Ready](https://odas.org/7751-2/) - Okay, yes- finding a home for two dogs is harder than just one. But maybe it would help if you didn't think of Hannah and Peanut as two dogs. I mean, they're what- twenty pounds combined? Don't think of them as Hannah and also Peanut. It's just HannahandPeanut. Or maybe you could think of them as
- [Private Concert with Griffin House - May 3rd](https://odas.org/private-concert-with-griffin-house-may-3rd/) - Join us on Wednesday, May 3rd at Forest Hills Country Club in Chesterfield for a private concert with Griffin House! Cocktail Hour 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., show begins at 8:30 p.m. Ticket price includes beer, wine and cocktails. All proceeds benefit our cats and dogs. Hope to see you there! To purchase tickets go to:
- [Antique Appraisal & Tea - Saturday, May 20, 2023](https://odas.org/antique-appraisal-tea-saturday-may-20-2023/) - Antique Appraisal & Tea on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Kirkwood Community of Christ Church, 830 Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122. Appraisal of 1 item per person (additional items as time permits). Enjoy tea and a packaged light lunch from Ding Dong Dish. Specialty Displays ~ Raffles~ Souvenir Teacup &
- [Ricky Bobby - Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/ricky-bobby-ready-for-adoption/) - Hi guys, I'm Richard Robert... but you can call me Ricky Bobby! Because I've got a little bobtail, of course. I may be a little under-endowed in the tail department, but I'm quite gifted elsewhere! I've got a sweet, peaceful heart, for one thing. I get along well with other cats and dogs and have
- [Monte & Shadow - Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/monte-shadow-ready-for-adoption/) - Fee-fi-fo-fum! Haha, do you like it? That's the tagline for our new club: The Tremendous Gentleman Society. Do you wanna join? I'm Monte (tabby) and this is Shadow (black), we're the founding members of the club. You don't have to be a Tremendous Gentleman to hang out with us- it's just that Shadow and I both
- [Thank You for Voting for US!](https://odas.org/vote-for-us/) - Thank you for voting! We will find out on May 13th if we won the $10,000 grant from TCC Wireless. Stay tuned!! This grant will go toward the purchase of an X-Ray machine for our animal clinic. https://www.tccrocks.com/rescues-rock-grant/ https://wirelesszone.com/rescues-rock-grant/
- [Bentley - Superstar Ready for Adoption](https://odas.org/bentley-superstar-ready-for-adoption/) - You're looking for a dog, eh? But not just ANY dog- you want a SUPERSTAR! My name is Bentley and I think I might just fit the bill. You want the kind of dog who will get you stopped in public-people begging to know what kind of dog I am, where you got me, and if
- [TopGolf Event - SOLD OUT EVENT! Sunday, April 30, 2023](https://odas.org/topgolf-event-sunday-april-30th/) - You do not need to be a golfer to enjoy TopGolf in Chesterfield! Join us for 3 hours of unlimited play and dinner in the Chairman's Suite on Sunday, April 30th at 4 p.m $85 per person or $500 for a bay with 6 players. For more information please email Lynese at Development@odas.org or call
- [Vote for Audrey in Bar K’s Rescue Madness!](https://odas.org/vote-for-audrey-in-bar-ks-rescue-madness/) - Audrey is a sweet rescue dog who is up for Rescue Madness at Bar K. She is a survivor of a doghouse fire and she loves to play. Thank you for voting, Audrey has moved to the Tournament Championship! Voting beings at 8 a.m. on April 2nd and goes until 2 p.m. Please vote! All
- [Friends of ODAS Yard Sale! Saturday, April 22, 2023](https://odas.org/friends-of-odas-yard-sale/) - There's nothing like a yard sale and, on Saturday, April 22, the city of Crestwood is having LOADS! The Friends of Open Door Animal Sanctuary is participating in the event with a sale of their own to benefit the shelter. Fun starts at 8 a.m. Stop by and get some knickknacks, some gewgaws, and some
- [Shelter Slumber Pawty March 25-26, 2023](https://odas.org/shelter-slumber-pawty-march-25-26-2023/) - We hope you can join us on Saturday, March 25 at 4 p.m. for our Shelter Slumber Pawty!
- [Spring Trivia Night - Friday, March 10, 2023](https://odas.org/spring-trivia-night-friday-march-10-2023/) - Join us on Friday, March 10, 2023, for Spring Trivia Night!
- [30th Annual Purina Pet Parade - Sunday, February 12, 2023](https://odas.org/30th-annual-purina-pet-parade-sunday-february-12-2023/) - The 30th annual Purina Pet Parade is St. Louis’s largest annual pet event. The parade travels through historic Soulard, featuring pets dressed in their best Mardi Gras attire. Join us on Sunday, February 12th. Registration is now open at www.PurinaPetParade.com. $10 per pet, we would love to see you!
- [Fall Newsletter 2022](https://odas.org/fall-newsletter-2022/) - Our Fall 2022 newsletter is out!
- [Winter Newsletter 2022](https://odas.org/winter-newsletter-2022/) - Good Bye 2022! Our Winter Newsletter is finished!
- [Rescue Me 2023 Calendar](https://odas.org/rescue-me-2023-calendar/) - What do you get for the pet-loving friend who has everything? How about a one-of-a-kind calendar?

## Pages

- [Open Door Animal Sanctuary | No-Kill Animal Shelter | Serving St. Lous County Area & Jefferson  County Area](https://odas.org/) - Welcome to Open Door Animal Sanctuary Our Mission is to provide homeless cats and dogs with the highest quality of life and a second chance to find a forever family. Learn More READY TO ADOPT? READ MORE MAKE A DONATION READ MORE VOLUNTEER WITH US READ MORE Open Door Animal Sanctuary, founded in 1975, is
- [Open Door Animal Sanctuary | Volunteer | Help care for dogs and cats](https://odas.org/home/volunteer/) - Join Our Underdog Squad! Whether you have all day or just a few hours, we are always in need of volunteers. You can help us make a lasting difference in the lives of the 350+ cats and dogs we care for every day and you will get to work with some very dedicated and passionate
- [Foster Family Information Form](https://odas.org/foster-family-information-form/) - Open Door Animal Sanctuary Foster Family Information Sheet Name* Your Email* Address City State Zipcode Home Phone Work Phone Cell Phone Best way to contact and best available hours: Please list any organizations you are currently fostering for: Household Information Number of adults? Number of children? Ages: Number of cats? Number of dogs? Are all
- [Foster](https://odas.org/foster/) - A Temporary Home. A Lifelong Impact. Opening your home to foster a pet saves lives and helps create space for more animals in need. By fostering a cat or kitten, you provide a safe, stable environment where they can heal, grow, and prepare for adoption. A foster home gives animals a quieter, more personal environment
- [Open Door Animal Sanctuary | No-Kill Animal Shelter | Serving St. Lous County Area & Jefferson  County Area](https://odas.org/about-odas/) - Our Vision The vision of Open Door Animal Sanctuary is to offer a loving environment and eventual home for every cat and dog in need of our help. We take in and adopt out nearly 1,400 dogs and cats per year! Open Door Animal Sanctuary is one of the area’s largest no-kill animal shelters. Since
- [More Ways to Donate](https://odas.org/donate/more-ways-to-donate/) - Pet Pal Program Are you looking for a great way to support some of our unadoptable animals, the ones that will always call Open Door home? Our Pet Pal program does just that. When you make your minimum monthly donation of $10, you are providing daily care for one of our lifelong residents. The majority
- [Upcoming Events](https://odas.org/upcoming-events/) - April 12, 2026 Freddy’s Custard & Burgers Fundraiser – May 20 April 11, 2026 Shelter Slumber Pawty – Donate Today! April 1, 2026 Give STL Day -May 7th February 24, 2026 Hometown Vet Partners- Adoption Event, Sat. Mar., 28 February 18, 2026 Toasted Coffee Fundraiser – March 21 February 8, 2026 ❤️ Valentine’s Day Pinball
- [Banana, Kiwi and Apple Ready for Adoption!](https://odas.org/banana-kiwi-and-apple-ready-for-adoption/) - Chocolate and roses for Valentine's Day? Booooo. That's tired. That's a cliche. You need something fresh. Something sweet. Something like... fruit! Orrrrrr... puppies! Meet Banana, Kiwi, and Apple. Six months old and each looking for their own individual Special Someone. Both black and white ones (Banana and Kiwi) are boys and Apple (tan and white) is
- [Open Door Animal Sanctuary | Adoptable pets | St. Louis & Jefferson County Area/MO](https://odas.org/adopt/) - Ready to Adopt? Open Door Animal Sanctuary has the largest selection of adoptable cats and dogs in the St. Louis Metro area. Whether you are looking for your first family pet or adding to your existing family, the staff at Open Door can help you find that special someone who is right for your home.
- [Donate to Open Door Animal Sanctuary | Help abandoned cats and dogs](https://odas.org/donate/) - GENERAL DONATION Donate Now MONTHLY GIVING Donate Now HONOR / MEMORIAL Donate Now CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Donate Now Recurring Monthly Giving Helps Us Save More Lives! Your monthly gift will ensure that we keep our doors open, allow us to rescue homeless animals and give them the love and care they deserve. Open Door Animal Sanctuary
- [Next 50 Years Capital Campaign - Coming Soon!](https://odas.org/donate/2nd-chance-feral-campaign/) - The Next 50 Years Capital Campaign – Coming Soon! In 2022, our Board of Directors took a major step toward the future by purchasing 11 beautiful acres in Cedar Hill, the site of the new home of Open Door Animal Sanctuary. We are currently working on architectural renderings and finalizing plans to ensure our future
- [Tickets](https://odas.org/tickets/)
- [winery](https://odas.org/winery/)
- [Contact Animal Shelter | Open Door Animal Sanctuary](https://odas.org/contact/) - If you are interested in learning more about Open Door Animal Sanctuary, you can contact us by sending an email or by calling our office. We are located just outside St. Louis, Missouri in House Springs, MO (Jefferson County). We serve a 100 mile radius around House Springs. We’d love to hear from you! Please
- [Join Our Weekly ENewsletters](https://odas.org/join-our-email-list/) - Please use the form below to receive our weekly enewsletters: Tuesday Newsday & Friday Feature.
- [Honor/Memorial Donation](https://odas.org/donate/honor-memorial-donation/) - Make a Memorial or Honorarium Donation to Open Door Open Door is the voice of unwanted cats and dogs. Your memorial or honorarium gift will provide us with the financial stability and flexibility to continue our work on their behalf, as well as, honor and remember people who hold a special place in your heart.
- [Monthly Giving](https://odas.org/donate/monthly-giving/) - Monthly Giving Did You Know… It costs $10 to keep one cat or one dog at Open Door for one day? Monthly Giving Levels: $10 will cover all expenses for one cat or one dog for one day $25 will cover all necessary vaccines for one cat or dog $50 will spay or neuter one
- [General Donation](https://odas.org/donate/general-donation/) - General Donation Here are some examples of how you can impact animals at Open Door Animal Sanctuary through a tax deductible donation: $1,000 Help us take care of one homeless animal for one year. $500 Care for one of our diabetic animals for one year. $250 Help us buy cat litter for one week. $100 Provide medical care and
- [My Account](https://odas.org/my-account/)
- [Donation Successful](https://odas.org/donation-successful/)
- [Paint Your Pet](https://odas.org/paintevent/) - Paint Your Pet $50 per person. Use the Buy Now button below to purchase. Please send a picture of your pet to jeanette@odas.org.
- [Paws To Party Annual Dinner Auction - Sunday, August 20, 2023](https://odas.org/paws-to-party-annual-dinner-auction-sunday-august-20-2023/) - Join us for our annual Paws To Party 2023 Dinner Auction benefiting our cats and dogs! Save the date for Sunday, August 20, at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac. Registration begins at 5 p.m. Don't miss out on an evening filled with a silent auction, live auction, raffles, and a special presentation. We are excited
- [Volunteer Application](https://odas.org/home/volunteer/volunteer-application/) - CONTACT INFORMATION Name* Your Email* Address City State Zipcode Home Phone Cell Phone Occupation Employer PERSON TO NOTIFY IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Name Relationship Home Phone Alternate Phone Please check the volunteer opportunities you would like to participate in Dog walking & enrichmentCat enrichmentGroomingSpecial eventsOther (explain in comments) Please answer the following questions Birth date
- [Feline Preliminary Adoption Form](https://odas.org/adopt/feline-preliminary-adoption-form/) - Open Door Animal Sanctuary Feline Preliminary Adoption Form This questionnaire must be filled out by all persons interested in adopting a pet from our shelter. The information you provide will not be given to any other organization. It is our job to find permanent, responsible homes for as many of our animals as possible and
- [Canine Preliminary Adoption Form](https://odas.org/adopt/canine-preliminary-adoption-form/) - Open Door Animal Sanctuary Canine Preliminary Adoption Form This questionnaire must be filled out by all persons interested in adopting a pet from our shelter. The information you provide will not be given to any other organization. It is our job to find permanent, responsible homes for as many of our animals as possible and

## Events

- [Slo Odie's Dine Out to Donate](https://odas.org/event/slo-odies-dine-out-to-donate/) - Stop by Slo Odie's in House Springs on Wednesday, July 22nd from 11am to 9pm for some amazing food while supporting the cats and dogs at Open Door! 10% of sales will go to the animals at ODAS Wednesday, July 22nd11:00AM – 9:00PM28 Gravois Station Rd. House Springs, MO
- [Rudy Tuesday Dine-In Fundraiser](https://odas.org/event/rudy-tuesday-dine-in-fundraiser/) - Stop by Rudy Tuesday in St. Peters on Wednesday, August 12th from 11am to 10pm for some amazing food while supporting the cats and dogs at Open Door! Present this flyer to your server, and 15% of sales will go to the animals at ODAS Wednesday, August 12th ⌚11:00AM – 10:00PM190 Mid Rivers Mall Circle, St.
- [Saucy's Dine-In Fundraiser🍕](https://odas.org/event/saucys-dine-in-fundraiser🍕/) - Stop by Saucy's Pizzeria in High Ridge on Tuesday, September 1st, all day for some amazing food while supporting the cats and dogs at Open Door! 10% of sales will go to the animals at ODAS Tuesday, September 1stall day1630 Gravois Rd. High Ridge, MO 63049
- [Rooting' Tootin' Rescue Roundup🐾](https://odas.org/event/fall-festival-barn-party-brookdale-farms/) - Country Western Barn Party Sunday, October 4 | 1:00 – 5:00 PM, Brookdale Farms in Eureka Dust off your boots and get ready for an afternoon of music, dancing, and community—all for a great cause. Whether you're coming to line dance, enjoy great food, or just soak in the fall vibes, this is an event
- [Paws to Party Dinner Auction](https://odas.org/event/paws-to-party-dinner-auction/) - Join us for our annual dinner auction, Paws to Party, as we celebrate 51 incredible years of rescuing and caring for cats and dogs in our community! Sunday, August 16, 2026 The Hilton Frontenac Doors open at 5 PM – Cocktails & appetizers Program begins at 6 PM It’s going to be a night to remember—full of fun,
- [Pokémon for Paws Card Show](https://odas.org/event/pokemon-for-paws-card-show/) - The Trapporium's Pokémon for Paws Card Show is back and better than ever! Join us at their new venue location K9 Garden. There will be free, donor-only, and kid-only giveaways; a restaurant and bar on site; and adoptable pups from Open Door Animal Sanctuary! Vendor spots are FULL. Free admission for humans, $16 admission fee
- [Texas Roadhouse Festus Dine Out for a Cause](https://odas.org/event/texas-roadhouse-festus-dine-out-for-a-cause/) - Stop by Texas Roadhouse in Festus on Tuesday, July 7th from 3pm to 10pm for some amazing food while supporting the cats and dogs at Open Door! Present this flyer to your server, and 10% of sales will go to the animals at ODAS Tuesday, July 7th3:00PM - 10:00PM1351 Shapiro Dr. Festus, MO 63028
- [Christmas Trivia🎁sponsored by Open Door's Underdog Squad](https://odas.org/event/christmas-trivia🎁sponsored-by-open-doors-underdog-squad/) - Save the date! Open Door Animal Sanctuary's amazing volunteers (known as the Underdog Squad) are hosting a Christmas Trivia Night benefiting our 350+ shelter animals! Featuring: 🎁a costume contest 🎁table decorating contest 🎁raffle baskets 🎁50/50 raffle 🎁cash bar (beer & soda) ...and more! Saturday, November 21st game starts @ 6pm, doors open at 5pmKnights of Columbus:
- [Petsense Union Adoption Event🐾](https://odas.org/event/petsense-union-adoption-event🐾-2/) - Join Open Door Animal Sanctuary and some of our adorable, adoptable puppies for a fun time at PetSense Union! Stop by and meet your new best friend! Saturday, June 20th 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM29 Silo Drive, Union, MO 63084
- [Kettlehut's Pig Out for a Cause](https://odas.org/event/kettelnuts-pig-out-for-a-cause/) - Stop by Kettlehut's Smokehouse in Crystal City on Wednesday, June 10th from 5pm to 8pm for some amazing BBQ while supporting the cats and dogs at Open Door! 10% of all sales will go to the animals at ODAS Wednesday, June 10th5:00PM - 8:00PM1267 N Truman Blvd #1396 Crystal City, MO 63019
- [Pickleball For A Cause - Sunday, June 14](https://odas.org/event/pickleball-for-a-cause-sunday-june-14/) - Join us for a fun and active afternoon at Pickleball for a Cause benefiting Open Door Animal Sanctuary! 📅 Sunday, June 14⏰ 1 PM - 4 PM📍 Chicken N Pickle1500 S Main St., St. Charles, MO 63303 Whether you're a seasoned player or just want to have fun, all skill levels are welcome. Enjoy friendly
- [Toasted Adoption Event🐾](https://odas.org/event/toasted-adoption-event🐾/) - Join Open Door Animal Sanctuary and some of our adorable, adoptable puppies for a fun time at Toasted Coffee House! Stop by and meet your new best friend! Saturday, May 30th 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 3015 High Ridge Blvd, High Ridge, MO 63049
- [Extreme Family Fun Festival](https://odas.org/event/extreme-family-fun-festival/) - Join us at the STL Athletic Center in Fenton for an amazing time! There will be activities for all ages, including zip lines, bounce houses, laser tag, petting zoos, food, and more! Plus, Open Door Animal Sanctuary will have some adorable, adoptable puppies. If you are looking to add a new furry addition to your
- [Petsense Union Adoption Event🐾](https://odas.org/event/petsense-union-adoption-event🐾/) - Join Open Door Animal Sanctuary and some of our adorable, adoptable puppies for a fun time at PetSense Union! Stop by and meet your new best friend! Saturday, May 2nd 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM29 Silo Drive, Union, MO 63084
- [Dog Days of Summer Rescue Event - June 13](https://odas.org/event/dog-days-of-summer-rescue-event-june-13/) - Dog Days of Summer – Downtown Festus 🐾 Open Door Animal Sanctuary will be participating in Dog Days of Summer on Saturday, June 13 from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM in beautiful Downtown Festus! Stop by our table to say hello, learn more about ODAS, and meet some of our adoptable pups looking for loving forever homes.
- [Red Robin Dine-Out Fundraiser, Fenton - May 14 🍔🐾](https://odas.org/event/red-robin-dine-out-fundraiser-fenton-may-14-🍔🐾/) - Looking for an easy way to support homeless cats and dogs? Join us for a Dine Out Fundraiser at Red Robin and make your meal matter. Event Details Date: May 14, 2026 Location: 130 Gravois Bluffs Circle, Fenton, MO 63026 When you dine in or order to-go, 20% of eligible food sales will be donated
- [Give STL Day - Thursday, May 7](https://odas.org/event/give-stl-day-thursday-may-7/) - We’re gearing up for Give STL Day, a day to support local nonprofits through online giving! There will be power hours and prizes available throughout the day, which make every donation work a little bit harder. To donate: Click here!
- [Mattress Dogzzz Adoption Event - May 16](https://odas.org/event/mattress-dogzzz-adoption-event-may-16/) - We’ll be at Mattress Dogzzz with adoptable dogs, treats, and fun for the whole family! 📍 Mattress Dogzzz📅 Saturday, May 16⏰ 11 AM – 2 PM Stop by to meet the pups and support rescue animals in our community!
- [Tea for Tails: Antiques Appraisal & Luncheon - Sat., June 27](https://odas.org/event/tea-for-tails-antiques-appraisal-luncheon-sat-june-27/) - Join the Friends of Open Door on June 27, 2026 for this year's Tea for Tails! Bring your precious items for appraisal, come out to shop, or just come out for the fun of it! To make a reservation, call Cindy at (314)845-7204
- [Crestwood Neighborhood Yard Sale – Benefiting Cats and Dogs of ODAS - Sat., April 25](https://odas.org/event/crestwood-neighborhood-yard-sale-benefiting-cats-and-dogs-of-odas-sat-april-25/) - The Friends of ODAS will be participating in the Crestwood Neighborhood Garage Sale! Saturday, April 25, 2026Time: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Location: 9122 Clydesdale Drive, Crestwood, MO Stop by, shop for great finds, and support a great cause. All proceeds benefit the rescued cats and dogs at Open Door Animal Sanctuary. Shoppers can view the
- [Petsense Eureka Adoption Event🐾](https://odas.org/event/petsense-eureka-adoption-event🐾/) - Join Open Door Animal Sanctuary and some of our adorable, adoptable puppies for a fun time at PetSense Eureka! Stop by and meet your new best friend! Saturday, April 18th 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 143 Eureka Towne Center Dr, Eureka, MO 63025
- [Dine-Out For ODAS - Freddy’s Custard & Burgers Fundraiser](https://odas.org/event/dine-out-for-odas-freddys-custard-burgers-fundraiser/) - Mark your calendar for May 20, 2026 | 5–9 PM and turn dinner into a donation. Freddy’s in Fenton (677 Gravois Bluffs Blvd.) is giving 15% of event sales back to our animals. How to participate:In-store: Show the flyer or say, “I’m here for the fundraiser.”Online/Mobile: Use promo code GIVEBACK. Custard tastes better when it
- [Spring Trivia Night!](https://odas.org/event/spring-trivia/) - Join us on Saturday, May 16 at the Kirkwood Community Center for a fun evening of trivia! Cost is $30 per person or $240 for a table of 8!
- [TopGolf Fundraiser - Sponsored by Welsch Heating & Cooling🐾](https://odas.org/event/topgolf-fundraiser-sponsored-by-welsch-heating-cooling🐾/) - Join us for an afternoon of fun, food and friendly competition while supporting the animals at Open Door Animal Sanctuary! Date: April 26, 2026Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PMLocation: Topgolf Chesterfield – Chairman Suite Enjoy 3 hours of unlimited Topgolf play, a delicious fajita dinner, and exciting raffle opportunities—all while helping provide care for cats
- [Proper Paws Adoption Event](https://odas.org/event/proper-paws-adoption-event/) - Join Open Door Animal Sanctuary and some of our adorable, adoptable puppies for a fun time at Proper Festus West from 1pm-5pm! Enjoy food trucks, a photobooth, a silent auction, and sales on pet products. Proper is also generously collecting donations for our shelter animals, and the first 3 adoptions will be sponsored by New
- [Founder's Circle Donor Appreciation Dinner](https://odas.org/event/founders-circle-donor-appreciation-dinner/) - Donors who give over $1,000 in a calendar year, are invited to a private dinner.
- [Shelter Slumber Pawty!!](https://odas.org/event/shelter-slumber-pawty/) - Shelter Slumber Pawty – Sat., April 18 Calling all 24-hour Pawty people! Have you ever visited the shelter and wished you didn’t have to leave? Now’s your chance! Come join us for an unforgettable night in the shelter and an opportunity to raise some money for animals in need! Kids over 13 are welcome with
- [Giving Tuesday!](https://odas.org/event/giving-tuesday/) - This Giving Tuesday, you can change the life of a homeless animal. 🐾 At Open Door Animal Sanctuary, every donation helps provide food, medical care, shelter, and love to the cats and dogs who rely on us while they wait for their forever homes. From lifesaving veterinary treatments to warm beds and full bowls, your
- [Dine-Out for a Cause - Red Robin, Fenton](https://odas.org/event/dine-out-for-a-cause-red-robin-fenton/) - Join us on April 2, 2026 at Red Robin in Fenton, where 20% of food sales will be donated to Open Door Animal Sanctuary. Dine in or place a to-go order at 130 Gravois Bluffs Circle, Fenton, MO 63026 and show the flyer or mention the fundraiser to your server so your purchase is included. Ordering
- [Hometown Vet Partners & ODAS Adoption Event](https://odas.org/event/hometown-vet-partners-odas-adoption-event/) - Join us for a special meet-and-greet featuring some of our wonderful adoptable dogs. This is your chance to spend time with these sweet pups, learn more about their personalities and ask our team any questions about the adoption process. If you find your perfect match, you can complete your adoption application right on-site. We can’t
- [Texas Roadhouse, Arnold Dine-To-Donate](https://odas.org/event/texas-roadhouse-arnold-dine-to-donate/) - Texas Roadhouse Dine-to-Donate – March 12 Enjoy a great meal while helping homeless pets in our community! Join us at Texas Roadhouse in Arnold for a special Dine-In or To-Go Fundraising Night benefiting Open Door Animal Sanctuary. When you present our flyer, Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchase directly to support the animals in our care. Thursday,
- [Toasted Coffee Fundraiser](https://odas.org/event/toasted-coffee-fundraiser/) - Toasted Coffee Fundraiser – March 21 Start your Saturday with coffee, community and compassion! Join us at Toasted Coffee House in High Ridge for a special fundraiser supporting Open Door Animal Sanctuary. On Saturday, March 21st from 8 AM – 12 PM, Toasted will donate 20% of all orders to help care for the thousands

## Teams

- [John Clark](https://odas.org/lif_team/millay-carter/) - Quis autem velum iure reprehe nderit. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Cras sapien neque, bibendum in sagittis. Duis varius tellus eget massa pulvinar eu aliquet nibh dapibus. Aenean eros erat, tincidunt vitae fringi la nec, fermentum et quam. Class aptent tacit socio squ ad litora torquent peri bia nostra, per inceptos himenaeos.
- [Millay Carter](https://odas.org/lif_team/millay-carter-5/) - Quis autem velum iure reprehe nderit. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Cras sapien neque, bibendum in sagittis. Duis varius tellus eget massa pulvinar eu aliquet nibh dapibus. Aenean eros erat, tincidunt vitae fringi la nec, fermentum et quam. Class aptent tacit socio squ ad litora torquent peri bia nostra, per inceptos himenaeos.
- [George](https://odas.org/lif_team/george/) - Quis autem velum iure reprehe nderit. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Cras sapien neque, bibendum in sagittis. Duis varius tellus eget massa pulvinar eu aliquet nibh dapibus. Aenean eros erat, tincidunt vitae fringi la nec, fermentum et quam. Class aptent tacit socio squ ad litora torquent peri bia nostra, per inceptos himenaeos.
- [Chris Wilkinson](https://odas.org/lif_team/millay-carter-4/) - Quis autem velum iure reprehe nderit. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Cras sapien neque, bibendum in sagittis. Duis varius tellus eget massa pulvinar eu aliquet nibh dapibus. Aenean eros erat, tincidunt vitae fringi la nec, fermentum et quam. Class aptent tacit socio squ ad litora torquent peri bia nostra, per inceptos himenaeos.
- [James Daniel](https://odas.org/lif_team/james-daniel/) - Quis autem velum iure reprehe nderit. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Cras sapien neque, bibendum in sagittis. Duis varius tellus eget massa pulvinar eu aliquet nibh dapibus. Aenean eros erat, tincidunt vitae fringi la nec, fermentum et quam. Class aptent tacit socio squ ad litora torquent peri bia nostra, per inceptos himenaeos.
- [Oroma Kumbata](https://odas.org/lif_team/millay-carter-3/) - Quis autem velum iure reprehe nderit. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Cras sapien neque, bibendum in sagittis. Duis varius tellus eget massa pulvinar eu aliquet nibh dapibus. Aenean eros erat, tincidunt vitae fringi la nec, fermentum et quam. Class aptent tacit socio squ ad litora torquent peri bia nostra, per inceptos himenaeos.

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