Here’s Star, this week’s Wave Waggin’ Wednesday pet available for adoption at Dogwood Animal Shelter! This little girl is ready to shine in a home of her own! Star is a four-year-old female Yorkie mix weighing just seven pounds. With her silver-gray coat, sweet tan face and big perky ears, she’s pretty hard to resist! Star is friendly, affectionate and looking for someone to give her all the love and attention she deserves.

The Dogwood Animal Shelter is located at 1075 Runabout Drive in Osage Beach. Call them at 573-348-4411 and see more pets available for adoption at www.DASLakeoftheOzarks.com.The Dogwood Animal Shelter is located at 1075 Runabout Drive in Osage Beach. Call them at 573-348-4411 and see more pets available for adoption at www.DASLakeoftheOzarks.com.

Taste of the Tigers Returns October 27 to Support The Food Bank

Great food, local drinks, Mizzou Football and a great cause! The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri is gearing up for its 10th annual Taste of the Tigers event on Tuesday, October 27, from 5 to 8:30 p.m.

This year’s event moves to an exciting new location: EquipmentShare Club 1926 in the North End Zone at Mizzou’s Memorial Stadium.

Guests can sample delicious bites from some of Mid-Missouri’s favorite restaurants, enjoy local craft brews and sip selections from area wineries. Mizzou Football fans will also get a special treat as Head Coach Eli Drinkwitz joins Mike Kelly for a live radio broadcast from the event.

The evening will also feature live and silent auctions, giving attendees the opportunity to bid on unique experiences and exciting prizes, all while supporting an important cause.

Taste of the Tigers is part of The Food Bank’s Score Against Hunger campaign, a partnership with Mizzou Football that dates back to 1995. The campaign runs through the end of the year and is The Food Bank’s largest annual fundraising effort.

The need for food assistance remains significant. According to Feeding America, an estimated one in six Missourians faces food insecurity, including one in five children.

The Food Bank serves approximately 100,000 people every month across 32 counties in Central and Northeast Missouri. During Fiscal Year 2026, the organization distributed more than 23 million pounds of food, providing the equivalent of over 19 million meals to neighbors in need.

And every contribution makes a difference. Just $25 can help The Food Bank provide 75 meals.

Join the fun, support your Missouri Tigers and help fight hunger across Mid-Missouri!

Get your tickets to Taste of the Tigers here!

Meet Mini, this week’s Wave Waggin’ Wednesday pet available for adoption at Dogwood Animal Shelter. Mini is a sweet little Chihuahua mix, just over 7 years old and weighing only about 7 pounds. She came to the shelter after her owner had to move into a care facility. Mini loves being close to her person — curled up on the couch or snuggled in a lap. She does well with older kids and can get along with other dogs when introduced properly. Could this tiny girl be the perfect companion for you? Stop by the shelter and meet her in person!

Wave Waggin’ Wednesday is brought to you by Matt Schrimpf, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lake Ozark Realty.

The Dogwood Animal Shelter is located at 1075 Runabout Drive in Osage Beach. Call them at 573-348-4411 and see more pets available for adoption at www.DASLakeoftheOzarks.com.

This week, our featured Wave Waggin’ Wednesday pets are…puppies!! All kinds of puppies are waiting to meet you at Dogwood Animal Shelter! Please stop by today and provide a forever home for one or more of these loveable furbabies!

Wave Waggin’ Wednesday is brought to you by Matt Schrimpf, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lake Ozark Realty.

The Dogwood Animal Shelter is located at 1075 Runabout Drive in Osage Beach. Call them at 573-348-4411 and see more pets available for adoption at www.DASLakeoftheOzarks.com.

Meet Xeno, a handsome 2-year-old Domestic Shorthair with a mostly white coat, orange tabby markings, and one seriously sweet face! He weighs about 7.5 pounds and is already neutered, microchipped, and up to date on his vaccines — so now he just needs the most important thing: a home of his own. Could Xeno be the guy who’s been missing from your family? If you’d like to meet him in person, stop by the shelter!

Wave Waggin’ Wednesday is brought to you by Matt Schrimpf, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lake Ozark Realty.

The Dogwood Animal Shelter is located at 1075 Runabout Drive in Osage Beach. Call them at 573-348-4411 and see more pets available for adoption at www.DASLakeoftheOzarks.com.

Meet Kodiak, a senior Lab (almost 7 1/2 years old) who gets along very well with people, children, and other dogs. Though he doesn’t like sharing his space with ducks, Kodiak is an affectionate, loving guy. He has spent most of his life indoors but does enjoy soaking up the sun on a nice day. He’s very treat-motivated and is a quick learner. Kodiak is house and crate trained and eagerly waiting for the perfect family to take him home!

Wave Waggin’ Wednesday is brought to you by Matt Schrimpf, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lake Ozark Realty.

The Dogwood Animal Shelter is located at 1075 Runabout Drive in Osage Beach. Call them at 573-348-4411 and see more pets available for adoption at www.DASLakeoftheOzarks.com.

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Meet Isaac, this week’s Wave Waggin’ Wednesday pet available for adoption at Dogwood Animal Shelter. He’s a 10-month-old Maltese, weighing just 6 pounds. He’s a shy, friendly little guy who just needs someone to give him a chance. If you’re looking for a sweet little companion with plenty of puppy love to give, stop by the shelter and meet Isaac!

Wave Waggin’ Wednesday is brought to you by Matt Schrimpf, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lake Ozark Realty.

The Dogwood Animal Shelter is located at 1075 Runabout Drive in Osage Beach. Call them at 573-348-4411 and see more pets available for adoption at www.DASLakeoftheOzarks.com.

Meet Bissell! ❤️ She’s a 4-month-old mixed-breed puppy and this week’s Wave Waggin’ Wednesday pet available for adoption at Dogwood Animal Shelter. Bissell came to the shelter as a stray and is friendly, affectionate, and gets along great with the other dogs at the shelter. She’s already spayed, microchipped, and up to date on her vaccinations — now she just needs a family of her own. Bissell is still just a baby, with plenty of growing, playing, and loving ahead of her. If you’ve been thinking about adding a sweet, playful pup to your family, Bissell might just be the one! Swing by the shelter and meet her in person.

Wave Waggin’ Wednesday is brought to you by Matt Schrimpf, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lake Ozark Realty.

The Dogwood Animal Shelter is located at 1075 Runabout Drive in Osage Beach. Call them at 573-348-4411 and see more pets available for adoption at www.DASLakeoftheOzarks.com.

Kodiak is a handsome 7½-year-old Lab/Great Pyrenees mix and this week’s Wave Waggin’ Wednesday pet available for adoption at Dogwood Animal Shelter. He’s friendly, affectionate and playful, and has lived happily with children. Kodiak walks well on a leash and is mostly house-trained and crate trained. He’s neutered, microchipped and up to date on his vaccines — just keep him away from the ducks! He’s not a fan. 🦆 Give this big, lovable guy the time and attention he deserves, and Kodiak could be a wonderful addition to your family.

Wave Waggin’ Wednesday is brought to you by Matt Schrimpf, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lake Ozark Realty.

The Dogwood Animal Shelter is located at 1075 Runabout Drive in Osage Beach. Call them at 573-348-4411 and see more pets available for adoption at www.DASLakeoftheOzarks.com.

Meet Blaze, this week’s Wave Waggin’ Wednesday pet available for adoption at Dogwood Animal Shelter! She’s a three year old Boxer mix who gave birth to 5 puppies shortly after arriving at the shelter. Blaze is a super sweet and affectionate girl! Stop by the shelter and meet her for yourself. ❤

Wave Waggin’ Wednesday is brought to you by Matt Schrimpf, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Lake Ozark Realty.

The Dogwood Animal Shelter is located at 1075 Runabout Drive in Osage Beach. Call them at 573-348-4411 and see more pets available for adoption at www.DASLakeoftheOzarks.com.