Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.

~ Anatole France ~

Animal Overpopulation

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CLICK HERE to view the Dog Multiply Pyramid

Pet overpopulation is a tragic problem. Each year, hundreds of animals in shelters must be euthanized because good homes could not be found for them.

Many people who breed their pets believe they aren't adding to the pet overpopulation problem if they find good homes for all their puppies or kittens. But consider this:
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Joplin Humane Society

Carthage Humane Society

Miami Animal Shelter

Castaway Animal Rescue Effort (CARE)

Petfinder.com

HSUS

PETA

ASPCA

List of Missouri Animal Shelters

Find a Pet Name
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October 2008 marks one (1) year since we launched our "Pet Talk Page”.  We are happy to say that our page has helped in uniting families and pets for many happy endings!  The animals we keep in our homes are our friends and companions, a part of our family and a special part of our lives.  As always, our goal for “Pet Talk Page” on fourstateshomepage.com will be twofold:  to provide information and fun for the pet owner and to serve as an advocate for the area humane societies / rescue facilities.

Its that time again!  Time for our 2nd Annual "Hot Dog Calendar Contest"!  CLICK HERE to submit a photo and story of your Hot Dog!  You will be entered to win prizes and the chance to have your Hot Dog featured in our 2009 Hot Dog Calendar!  All entries will be posted on fourstateshomepage.com within 5 days of entry.  Our panel of judges will narrow the entries down to the top 24 and then the top 12 will be determined by our viewers!  So don't delay!  Enter your Hot Dog today!


All proceeds from the sale of calendars will go to benefit the Joplin Humane Society.