The Clinton Animal Shelter in Clinton, MO is operated by volunteers which formed and adopted the name of Clinton Animal Rescue Endeavor (C.A.R.E.). Our volunteers and staff maintain the daily operations of the Clinton Animal Shelter. The volunteers of C.A.R.E. began organizing with five priorities in mind. Those five priorities are 1) To preserve the life of as many companion animals as possible. 2) To provide temporary shelter for homeless companion animals, and place these animals in suitable permanent homes. 3) To reduce companion animal overpopulation. 4) To provide education and outreach activities regarding companion animal care to the community. 5) To generate the funds necessary to maintain a quality shelter facility and operation. The mission of CARE is to prevent abuse, promote adoption, and educate the public in the proper and ethical care and treatment of companion animals.