We are wrapping up another chaotic and emotional year of animal rescue at Ozarks Kat and K9. The needs of the dogs and cats in the lake area are endless...so many strays and animals that need help.

As this year comes to a close, we would like to give thanks to all of our dedicated employees, volunteers, board members, adopters, donors and everyone who supports us in any way they can. Your time, money and effort on all fronts of animal rescue saves the lives of hundreds of lake area dogs and cats each year.

We are thankful for the animals in our care, who show us their unconditional love and gratitude on a daily basis. We are blessed by every dog and cat who we help to find a new home and by those whose hearts and wounds we help to heal. For those special gentle souls who come to us too late to save in this lifetime, we thank you for allowing us to show you love in your final moments, for keeping us humble and reminding us that we are not perfect, but must still strive to do our very best for every animal we encounter.

We look forward to the upcoming year for all the new friends we will meet - both two-legged and four - and pledge to continue helping as many lake area pets and pet families as possible with all of our resources. From all of us at Ozarks Kat and K9, we wish you all a very happy and safe holiday season. Merry Christmas!

We are thrilled to announce that Ozarks Kat and K9 Shelter is a 2021 grant recipient from the Community Foundation of the Lake. The Karen Jean Rudek Fund grant provides support for horse and dog shelters, sanctuaries, and rescue facilities with preference given to Lake of the Ozarks organizations. The money received from this grant will be used for our OKK9 Low Income Spay/Neuter Financial Assistance Program to help with getting many lake area pets altered.