Thank you for visiting Wayside Waifs, Kansas City’s largest no-kill animal shelter and pet adoption campus. Wayside Waifs, Inc. is an independent, 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit humane society and animal welfare organization established in 1944.
Preparing pets and people for the bond of their lives.
Wayside Waifs is committed to finding homes for all adoptable pets. Wayside is the largest pet adoption campus in Kansas City, in 2018 Wayside adopted more than 5,600 animals in loving forever homes. Wayside does not euthanize adoptable animals, and there are no time limits for animals in our care. Only animals suffering from significant medical issues or those that pose a danger are humanely euthanized. Wayside Waifs is proud to be a part of Kansas City's no kill community.
At Wayside Waifs, we treasure all of the members who contribute to keep our organization going. For a full list of members and staff, click on View The Team below.
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On June 5, 1940, a Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, known as the Jackson County Animal Betterment Association, was incorporated in the State of Missouri. In 1944, it was revived with new leadership under the name of Wayside Waifs, Inc.
Fenby Webster was the lead contributor who helped to found Wayside Waifs. Her leadership and dedication is still seen throughout the adoption campus.
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Wayside Waifs Humane Society
3901 Martha Truman Road
Kansas City, MO 64137
816-761-8151
Wayside Waifs is a comprehensive animal welfare organiziation. From Animal Rescue to Pet Adoptions, Volunteering to Humane Education programs, Bark Park to Pet Memorial Services, Wayside Waifs is committed to placing adoptable animals in forever loving homes. This place is incredible! Want to see us in action? Contact us about signing up for a behind-the-scenes tour of our newly expanded campus.
There's a rewarding career awaiting you at Wayside Waifs. Explore the positions we're looking to fill and see where you'd fit best. We look forward to working with you.
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