Oh! There you are! I've been waiting for you to come and meet me. You know those videos of people getting new dogs for Christmas? My story is kind of the opposite of that. Instead of bursting out of a box to the delight of a smiling kid on Christmas, I was tied to a fence and abandoned. In a way, it was a different kind of gift: I got lots of new friends all at once, I got a new name (it's Jonas), and it got me to a place where I might get to meet YOU! That's the best
Man, you could not PAY me enough to be a human! You might think I'm a person, on account of most cats don't have surnames, and I do. I'm Heidi Klum! And, trust me... I am a cat. Napping, purring, showing my love with head-bonks... all very feline things to do. Humans, man... you've got a whole lot of things stressing you out every day. Jobs, relationships, politics, laundry... that sounds tough. I'm not about that life. Closest I'm willing to come to employment is 1. Making biscuits. 2. Providing therapy. When human lives get complicated, they come to see me,
Bounce! Bounce! Bounce! No, I'm not a kangaroo wannabe... I'm Wallaby! If you've ever wanted your very own freckled, red-haired youngster, I'm happy to be of service. I'm eight months old and exactly as impish as you'd guess. I LOVE people. You know how some people have a "Beware of dog" sign on their fence? My sign should say "Please pet the dog because he only wants to be your best friend." I'm full of life and energy! I'm all about making new friends- human or canine! If your dog needs a playmate, I'm your man. Er... your puppy. It
Join us for our annual dinner auction, Paws To Party, as we celebrate 50 incredible years of rescuing and caring for cats and dogs in our community! 📅 Sunday, August 17, 2025📍 The Hilton Frontenac🕔 Doors open at 5 PM – Enjoy cocktails & appetizers🎤 Program begins at 6 PM It’s going to be a night to remember—full of fun, inspiration, and compassion for animals. Stay tuned for more details, including ticket info and how you can get involved! If you’d like to sponsor the event or donate an item for our live or silent auction, please email Lynese@odas.org. Let’s
Swing for a Cause at Our Topgolf Fundraiser! ⛳🐾 Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at Topgolf while supporting the homeless pets at Open Door Animal Sanctuary! 📅 Date: April 27, 2025📍 Location: Topgolf Chesterfield 🏌️♂️ What to Expect: A friendly Topgolf competition for all skill levels Delicious food and drinks Raffles, prizes, and more! Every swing helps us rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome 1,400+ cats and dogs annually. Bring your friends, family, or coworkers and tee off for a great cause! 🎟️ Reserve your spot today! More details at odas.org/topgolf
Derby for the Dogs – A Fun-Filled Benefit for Open Door Animal Sanctuary! 🐾 Join us for Derby for the Dogs on May 17 from 12-5 PM at 2nd Shift Brewing (1601 Sublette Ave., St. Louis 63110)! This Kentucky Derby-themed event is FREE to attend—come enjoy the excitement, sip on a mint julep, and take part in the fun! 👒 Dress to Impress!Put on your best Derby attire and compete in our Best Derby Hat Contest—because no Derby celebration is complete without fabulous hats! 🎩 🎟️ How It Works: Raffle tickets are just $1 each! Use them to bid on
Tea for Tails: A Charming Afternoon to Benefit the Animals Join us for a lovely afternoon of tea and treasures at Tea for Tails, a special event sponsored by The Friends of Open Door! This delightful gathering is the perfect mix of elegance, fun, and heartfelt support for the animals at Open Door Animal Sanctuary. 🌸 Event Highlights: Tea and Light Lunch included Free Antique Appraisal – Each guest may bring one antique item for a complimentary evaluation Tea Party Attire Optional – Dress up if you’d like, but it’s not required Door Prize for the most outstanding hat! 🛍️
I'm just a dog/cat/kid friendly girl, standing in front of a human, asking them to love her. Okay, okay... enough with the sappy stuff. I'm Lilo and... you're not gonna believe this, but I'm even more adorable in person. It's worth coming out to meet me just so you can see my chunky li'l legs! They're guaranteed to make the pitch of your voice go up about four octaves. Your "Oh my gosh, she's SO CUUUUUTTTTEEEE" will rival Mariah Carey's whistle tones.Anyway... I'm more than just my cuteness, you know. Although, to be fair... just look at these cheeeeeeeeks! Ahem.
Have you ever had your life turn completely upside-down in an instant? Every familiar thing and person you've known for the past ten years, gone. And maybe, like, me, you have no way of understanding why or knowing what will happen next. It's not that it's bad here. As soon as I got here, someone was holding me close and telling me, "it's going to be okay, Bruce." And, even though we'd just met, I buried my head in her chest and held on tight. That's all I really want to do: cuddle up against someone and be safe and loved.
Calling all 24-hour Pawty people! We're building our team for the 2025 Shelter Slumber Pawty! What is it? We're looking for a team of about 15 people to spend one night in the shelter. You can choose a dog or cat to spend the night with or, if you prefer, we can choose for you! There will be games, crafts, food, and lots of animals who would be thrilled to have some company. Each participant will be asked to set up an online fundraiser with a goal of $1,000 to "bail you out". Don't worry- we'll help you get there
