Open Door Animal Sanctuary

06/23/2026

Yes, I'm a grandma cat, and I'm proud of it! My name is Molly, I'm eleven years old, I'm declawed in the front, and I'm looking for an available lap.
Whether you're a fellow grandma, a grandma at heart, or just a really kind person who wants to give a senior cat a home, I can't see any reason why I wouldn't be the perfect companion for you. I'm the perfect balance of mellow and outgoing. I want to participate in whatever you're doing, but not get in the way.
Got other cats? Cool. I'm good with other cats and would be fine with or without a feline sibling. Dogs? I haven't had much experience with them, but I think I could get used to one with time.
Mostly, though, I just want a human who will keep me company and love me for the rest of my days.
My name is Molly, I'm eleven years old, and I'm spayed, up to date on shots, and fully vetted. I'm available for adoption through
Open Door Animal Sanctuary
House Springs, MO
(636)671-3643

06/22/2026

Move over broccoli hair: I'm rocking the hottest new trend: wind-blowing-hard-to-the-left ears. Call it The Frank, after me. I think it's going to catch on. I may be four years old, but I'm so down with the kids that even my ears are dabbing.
It's not that I'm trying to hang onto my youth. It's just that I love and want to relate to everyone! I'm the kind of fearless, awesome cat who can make friends with a hornet if I want to.
I'm a jump-in-your-lap cat. An expert in face kisses. If they gave out awards for best purr, I'd have to be disqualified from the contest in order to make it fair to the other cats. I'll go ahead and say it: I've got rizz.
I came from a home where I lived with other cats, dogs, and kids. My previous owners say I loved all of them! Since coming to the shelter, I can confirm that I definitely love people. I'm gentle and affectionate and love to be held. However, my feelings on other cats are a little less clear-cut: even though I had feline friends in my previous home, I really haven't been a fan of the cats here in the shelter. Put it this way: there's a possibility I could make cat friends, but it wouldn't be fair to put me in a position where I MUST be besties with another cat or I'll lose my home.
All-in-all, whether I'm a trendsetter or not, I'm definitely awesome in my own right. Come and meet me! We'll hang out!
My name is Frank, I'm four years old, and I'm neutered, up to date on shots, and fully vetted. I'm available for adoption through
Open Door Animal Sanctuary
House Springs, MO
(636)671-3643

06/20/2026

Weekly Boogie Update, day 420:
Status: Still Here. Still waiting. Loving attention from the volunteers, but still hoping for a home of his own!

How do you make a tissue dance? You put a little Boogie in it!
That's both a joke and a ~metaphor for life,~ by the way. You're welcome. You just learned something and you didn't even know it. See, "put a little Boogie in it" is also the answer to "how do I add some heart and entertainment to my life?" and "how do I make my household really sparkle?"
As you may have gathered. I'm Boogie. Boogie is me, a handsome 2ish-year-old cat who comes with my own avant-garde spin on permanent formal wear.
Yes, my particular tuxedo is a little bit tattered. I've seen some action out on the mean streets, for sure. No, that's not an ear tip done by an inebriated one-eyed vet. My ears are just torn up and scarred like that. It's taken a few months of living the leisurely life in the shelter, but I'm now glossy, healthy, and have even had my teeth cleaned. A fella could get used to this!
One thing I don't love about the shelter, though, is all the other animals. I'd much rather be a one-and-only: no dogs and no other cats. When I move from this swanky joint to the ultimate luxury experience (i.e. a home), I'd like to be the only quadruped in the place.
Humans, of course... five stars. Six. I'm outgoing and confident and I love human attention. I love when they sit with me and I can get in their lap. I love when they pet me. I love when they play with me. Humans really are the best.
So whaddaya say, tootsie pop? Come on by and see me. I'll be waiting for you!
My name is Boogie, I'm about two years old, and I'm neutered, up to date on shots, and fully vetted. I'm available for adoption through
Open Door Animal Sanctuary
House Springs, MO
(636)671-3643

06/20/2026

Weekly Dan Update! Dan is still here and waiting for the perfect match. He's been acting as an ambassador at events because he's such a sweet, friendly, bomb-proof dog, but he'd love to hang up his "adopt me" bandana and spend his weekends with a family of his own!

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 bowl of tap water sometime," and they move along. I'm pretty sure that's how it works, anyway. The Nexguard I get every month is beside the point.
Anyway, my point is... I'm a pretty cool guy. I love stopping mid-walk for a belly rub. My language has 128 words for "friend." I get along with other dogs. I haven't met cats, but I'd be happy to do a cat test before going home with somebody. I'm two years old and about 60 lb and I've already decided I love you.
Now, here's the thing... sure, I've got a soul full of sunshine. And sure, photographers have started telling people to say "Dan" instead of "Cheese" because literally nobody who knows me can think of me without smiling. But I know most people want a dog with a perfect body, and unfortunately, I haven't got one. Don't get me wrong- I know I'm movie-star handsome. But... well. My hips don't lie. Or one cannot lie and one cannot speak the truth. So one says "I have double hip dysplasia and, while I don't need surgery yet, I will eventually. In the meantime, I love short walks and soft beds and I take a daily anti-inflammatory and joint supplement." and the other says, "Ultra low-rise jeans were the height of timeless fashion and are flattering on every body type." I'll leave you to guess which is the lie and which is true.
Here's something I know for sure is true, though: even if my hips are a little wonky, I'm still an awesome dog and absolutely worth loving. I deserve a chance at a life where I'm happy, loved, and part of a family!
My name is Dan, I'm two years old, and I'm neutered, up to date on shots, and fully vetted. I'm available for adoption through
Open Door Animal Sanctuary
House Springs, MO
(636)671-3643

06/20/2026

Weekend Roundup! I really thought Kel would fly out of here, given how much he loves attention and how cute he is. He's still here and waiting!

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 life with you and I'm wasting precious time standing here waiting. Haven't you noticed me, right at the front of my pen, reaching my paws out and yelling for someone to pay attention to me? Frankly, I'm hard to miss.
I want to do EVERYTHING with you: cuddle, play, simply be involved in what you're doing... I mean, yes, I'm a cat, but I'm not exactly the kind of guy you'd describe as "cat-like."
I grew up with another cat, but once we got to the shelter, we decided our friendship wasn't strong enough to withstand that particular transition. In fact, right now, I don't seem to be all that open to having any cat friends. That may change as I adjust to the shelter. I know I seem pretty confident and bomb-proof, but it's still a lot to get used to. On the other hand, I'm kinda hoping I'm not here long enough to EVER truly "adjust to the shelter." I want to skip over that and do my adjusting at YOUR place.
So if you want a handsome, medium-fluffy, super-attentive, completely awesome best friend for life, come and check me out!
My name is Kel, I'm four years old, I'm a neutered male, up to date on shots, and fully vetted. I'm available for adoption through
Open Door Animal Sanctuary
House Springs, MO
(636)671-3643

06/20/2026

Weekend Roundup! Gator is officially the last one left of his litter. He's so cute and outgoing, there must be someone out there for him! He'll be at PetSense in Union today if you'd like to meet him (and back at the shelter tomorrow if he doesn't get chosen today)

Anne Shirley, Little Orphan Annie, Pippi Longstocking... in the stories, red hair and freckles tend to go along with plucky, optimistic personalities, big imaginations, and a nose for adventure. My name is Gator and, yes, I know all those characters are girls and I'm a boy. And a dog. But I still think I belong in that category.
I'm five months old, which makes me just the right age to star in a beloved children's series- old enough to have plenty of personality and be able to do all the fun stuff, but really still just a kid. I can make friends with pretty much anyone, human or dog, so I'd fit right in with any cast of characters! I haven't met cats yet, so I don't know what I'd think of them.
Picture it: you and me and our very own adventure romp. I can't wait to find out what we could discover and get up to together! I'm already learning some of the dog basics, like walking on leash, but I've got plenty still to learn, both from you and alongside you. We can decide together what our future will be like!
I don't know what exact breed mix I am or how big I'll be when I'm fully grown, but I'll definitely be medium-to-large.
So come on out and let's get started on Book One: Gator Finds a Home.
My name is Gator, I'm five months old, and I'm neutered, up to date on shots, and fully vetted. I'm available for adoption through
Open Door Animal Sanctuary
House Springs, MO
(636)671-3643

06/19/2026

Doris and Swiss Miss, both two years old, came from two different hoarding situations. Both are very shy, so they needed some one-on-one attention in a home setting.
They're funny, brave, and love to play. Both are good with dogs and love other cats. We'd love to see them adopted together, but they could go separately if needed (as long as they both have at least one cat friend). Swiss Miss still is not comfortable with touch, but Doris often comes and begs to be petted. They still have a long way to go, but they've made tons of progress! If you're interesteded in adopting Doris and Swiss Miss, contact Open Door Animal Sanctuary

06/19/2026

There are a few things people always want to know about a shelter cat. Like, what's my name? It's Maude the Third. They gave it to me when I came to the shelter as a stray. How old am I? About a year old. Plenty of kitten at heart, but I'm fully grown. Now, the real stuff: am I friendly? Well, I dunno- would consider a cat who pops out of her cat tree like a showgirl from a cake whenever someone comes into her condo "friendly"? Does jumping into the lap of strangers and giving them kisses count as "friendly"? If so, then yes. Yes I am.
Do I like to be held? Um, no. I don't like to be held... I 💖LOVE💖 to be held. I'll melt into your arms and then full-on make out with you. If you put me down because you have to go do other stuff, I'll put my little paws up on your leg to see if you maybe made a mistake and actually wanted to continue holding me.
How do I feel about other animals? I know this is a big one, but I'm afraid I don't have a super solid answer. In the shelter, so far, I've mostly opted to stay in my own apartment and not voluntarily come out and interact with the other cats. I don't seem to be too upset by them, but I'm also not out there enthusiastically making friends the way I do with humans. I haven't met dogs, so that's another question we might have to find out the answer to together.
I bet you have lots more questions, but the biggest one is: will you love me? The only way to find out the answer to that is to come and meet me! I'll be waiting for you at Open Door. Come by any time!
My name is Maude III, I'm a year old, and I'm spayed, up to date on shots, and fully vetted. I'm available for adoption through
Open Door Animal Sanctuary
House Springs, MO
(636)671-3643

06/18/2026

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 the wall. I'll be 14 in a few weeks and would you believe I don't own a single bespoke teapot?
Instead of being Grande Dame Ginger who has her milliner on speed dial, as I should be, I'm Ginger, the oldest dog in the shelter. My needs are met, of course, but this is not the retirement I had envisioned.
Of course, it's not too late, to live my dreams. I'm a bit creaky and bit deaf, but I still love attention and treats. I like short walks and ear scratches. And, if I'm being honest, I don't actually need velvet cushions and eiderdown. A thrift store couch is fine with me. I just need a quiet home with no other animals and lots of love.
Because I'm over 10 years old, I qualify for the Seniors-4-Seniors program, which means that if someone over 65 adopts me, my adoption fee is just $1 and routine vet care is covered at the shelter at no cost to my adopter for the rest of my life. It will be the best dollar you'll ever spend.
My name is Ginger, I'm almost 14 years old, and I'm spayed, up to date on shots, and fully vetted. I'm available for adoption through
Open Door Animal Sanctuary
House Springs, MO
(636)671-3643

06/17/2026

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 this shelter, so they usually call me "Low-Rider Charlie" or "Long-Short Charlie." I occasionally get "Old Man Charlie" even though, at only seven years old, I'm literally the youngest Charlie here. I just have geezer vibes.
That's another "low" in my life: I'm very low-key. I don't do anything fast. I'm one heck of a couch potato (I'm even potato-shaped- 52 lb.) Oh, you want to go for a walk? Well, you have fun with that. I'll stay home and make sure this dog bed doesn't fly away. I can be convinced to go for a mosey now and then, but you might have to bribe me with the promise of a snack and a bird watching break in the middle.
I'm not one to generate chaos, but I do expect the same courtesy of those around me. I'd prefer not to live in a home with other animals or little kids. Just adults and me, please!
So come and get me. Let's do nothing together. It's my favorite activity.
My name is Charlie, I'm seven years old, and I'm neutered, up to date on shots, and fully vetted. I'm available for adoption through
Open Door Animal Sanctuary
House Springs, MO
(636)671-3643