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June 30, 2026
Join us for Paws & Patriots , a Fourth of July celebration honoring the legacy of Dr. Frank Nickell and the 50th anniversary of the Humane Society of Cape Girardeau, now Southeast Missouri Pets. Enjoy a patriotic dog parade, pet costume contest, vendors, family-friendly activities, community recognition, and more! πŸ“… Saturday, July 4 πŸ•˜ 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. πŸ“ Heritage Hall Parking Lot, Cape Girardeau Bring your family, bring your pets, and help us celebrate five decades of caring for animals in Southeast Missouri! β€οΈπŸΆπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ ο»Ώ
June 10, 2026
Gather your team and join us for Southeast Missouri Pets' 2nd Annual Sit, Stay, Play Trivia Night! πŸ“… August 8, 2026 πŸ“ A.C. Brase Arena Building ⏰ Doors Open at 5:00 PM | Trivia Starts at 6:00 PM πŸ’² $300 per table (up to 8 players) πŸ• Bring your own food 🍻 BYOB πŸ† Prizes, games, raffles, and a night full of fun-all for a great cause! Every table purchased helps provide shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and adoption support for animals in need. Don't wait, tables are expected to fill quickly! Gather your team, reserve your table today, and help us make a difference, one pet at a time.
June 2, 2026
Looking for a fun and educational summer activity for your child? Our Southeast Missouri Pets Summer Camp is the perfect opportunity for kids to learn about animals, make new friends, and enjoy hands-on activities at the shelter! πŸŽ’ Animal Education Through Fun Activities Kids will learn about pet care, animal behavior, shelter operations, and responsible pet ownership through engaging games, crafts, interactive lessons, and special animal encounters. πŸ“… Camp Sessions 🐾 Grades 4th-5th: June 22-26 🐾 Grades 6th-8th: July 27-31 ⏰ Half-Day Camp πŸ’² $200 Registration Fee This camp is a wonderful way for young animal lovers to build confidence, compassion, and a deeper understanding of how they can make a difference in the lives of pets in our community. πŸ™‹‍♀️ Volunteers Needed! We're also looking for volunteers to help Olivia make this year's camp a success! If you enjoy working with kids and animals and would like to assist with activities, supervision, or camp projects, we'd love to hear from you. ο»Ώ πŸ“§ Contact us today to register your camper or learn more about volunteer opportunities.