About Us
KC Pet Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a compassionate, safe community for pets and people. KC Pet Project cares for more than 16,000 animals each year in 14 adoption locations throughout the Kansas City metro, including the City’s municipal shelter in Swope Park, the KC Pet Project Adoption Center in Zona Rosa, the Petco Adoption Center in Overland Park, and Petco Cat Habitats throughout the region. KC Pet Project’s programs and services include intake of stray and surrendered animals, veterinary care, adoption facilitation, pet health and safety initiatives, rehoming, reunification, microchipping, and pet retention support, including “Keep ‘Em Together, KC,” a community outreach program to help pet owners facing financial hardship with resources to deter unnecessary pet surrender.