Natalie Partenheimer

Founded in 1922, the Animal Protective Association of Missouri is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing people and pets together, advancing humane education and creating programs beneficial to the human/animal bond.

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APA Lobby Renovation in Final Stages

The APA's current lobby renovation will add only about 1,000 additional square feet to our adoption center, but what we're getting in that space will make...

Vote No on Amendment 1

Enshrining ambiguous language into the Missouri constitution opens the door to lawsuits challenging important animal welfare laws. The so-called “Right to Farm” amendment does nothing to...

4th of July Pet Safety Tips from the APA

Our shelter sees a huge influx of stray animals after the holiday. Keep your pet safe and sound with these tips. Animals are often terrified by...

Bringing Your Pet to Work Isn’t Just Fun, It’s Healthful

Inviting pets to tag along to the job brings a whole host of benefits to both employees and their companies. Tomorrow is the Take...

APA Toasts to Tabbies in 12 Bars of Clayton

The biggest pub crawl in St. Louis draws thousands of summer time revelers every June, and this year the APA is part of the party!...

Summer Pet Tips from the APA

The summer is here, and it's a great time to have fun outdoors with your pets. Just remember to keep them safe from certain...

APA Expansion on Track for September Unveiling

Two months into the Animal Protective Association of Missouri's construction project, and things are looking messy but good! If you walk into the APA today,...

Patches: An Unlikely Hero

Once a Lonely Hearts Club member at the APA, Patches is now in training to perform lifesaving work. Those who don't know Patches don't...

Springtime Pet Allergies

Perhaps you've noticed that Spike is scratching at himself a little more than usual. Maybe Kitty has runny eyes or is suddenly quite sneezy. People...

APA’s Fast and the Furriest Runs Again!

Back again for its 6th year, the Fast and the Furriest, on Sunday, is one of the most anticipated 5K races around! Every April,...

Give STL Day: Serving the whole community

The APA is excited to announce that on Tuesday, May 6, we will take part in the very first Give STL Day. This locally-focused online...

APA a Finalist in 12 Bars of Clayton

Twice a year, thousands of people from around the St. Louis area give $25 in honor of their favorite charity, and, in return, take...

APA welcomes Jennifer Blome as Director of Humane Education

After more than 30 years at the desk of KSDK News Channel 5, journalist Jennifer Blome is retiring from the news business and joining...

APA Bids Farewell to Humane Education Coordinator

After nearly four years of dedicated commitment and service to the animals and mission of the APA, the APA is saying a bittersweet goodbye...

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