Dedman Foundation of Fort Benton

11/21/2024

Meet Lotus! This little girl is about a year and a half, so smart, so sweet, gentle and has so much personality. She has only been her a few days, but settled right in. ❤️ She is a mix of energy and calm. She knows a lot of tricks and takes her treats very gently. When she gets excited, she dances on all four feet!
She came from a good home that had her since she was a youngster. She was found abandoned and hungry and taken in by a loving soul. Unfortunately, the tide turned and the rescuer had to have back surgery and can not care for her any more. A very sad story for both of them.
We know she won’t be a long timer here, as she is sweet as pie.
She may not be a good choice for a home with cats or small dogs, but larger dogs will be okay. Loves people 🥰.
She’s only been here since Saturday and we’ve all fallen in love with her. She’s definitely an indoor dog, healthy, spayed and has had all vaccinations.
Stop by for a meet and greet Monday- Sat 10 to 5, but closed on Thanksgiving.
We hope you’re gonna fall in love with our little Lotus Flower just like we have. 😉❤️

11/17/2024

I just wanted to send out a **🤗HUGE🙏** THANK YOU to everyone that supported and attended our Bark Fest 2024 Event on Friday Night! Our gratitude is endless!
If you came out- I hope you had a blast!
If you couldn’t… there’s gonna be another one next year!!!
Due to your generosity, it looks like we are gonna be mending some fences!!! 😁🔨🤞
Here are some fun photos of the night!

11/14/2024

We already had one kitten dropped off because it took a ride in someone’s engine compartment. The pads of her feet and her ears were burnt. Please take a minute and check under the hood and in the wheel well. Thank you for reading. 🙏

Tuesday Tips 📝

Cold Weather Reminder 🐈 ⚠️ ❄️

During colder temperatures, stray cats may crawl up under your car hood or wheel wells for warmth.

We are already hearing cases of cats in car engines so we wanted to remind you to do the following:

🐾 Keep your cats indoors 🏡

🐾 Bang on your car hood before getting in and starting the engine….listen👂🏻

🐾 Honk your horn….listen 👂🏻

🐾 Look for signs like paw prints and check under the car and wheel wells. 👀

Doing these steps only take a minute or two and it can save a cats life! 💛

11/13/2024

Woo hoo!!!! Bark Fest is this Friday the 15th!
Tickets are available here at the Shelter and at the Pour House.
Get your tickets at the door for $25 per person, or buy a *table in advance! *Reserve a table for 6 for the price of 5!

11/06/2024

Today was a completely perfect Stevie Ray kinda day! Look at all this happiness! 🐾❤️🐾 We wish you pure love with your new family Stevie! We will miss you!!

11/05/2024

11/8 Adopted!!! We knew this little guy would find himself in the perfect home in no time! 🐾❤️
11/7 Adoption Pending 🤞

We have the perfect Christmas present for under your tree! It’s a Tonka! Come in and meet this cutie pie!
He’ll be 12 weeks old on Friday! 🐾🐾

10/30/2024

Had a fun play date with Stormy tonight! She checked out the toy box after our evening romp. She is such a sweetheart and would make a wonderful companion. I’m sure she’d do well with kids and other dogs. She listens and can sit and obeys many commands. She was well loved, but sadly her owner passed away recently. Shelter life gets old and she has been here a couple of months now. I know she would love to find a home of her own again.
German Shepard mix, 50 pounds, 4.5 years old. Check out the adorable Mohawk!

10/29/2024

UPDATE! Owner located! Thank you everyone!

This pup was brought to the Dedman shelter last night by the Sherriff. No chip or owner tags, but one vet tag we will try to call once open.
If you know the owner please share.
🤞🐾

10/27/2024

Owner has picked up this pup!
All’s well that ends well!
Thanks to Marilyn and Layne for taking her to us! 🥰

Found a female cutie on 12th and St Charles. She’s on her way in to the Dedman now. We will check for a chip.
The Dedman is closed today, so if this your dog, call first and we’ll return your call when we get back in at 5:00 pm.
406-622-5657

10/27/2024

We are seeking local artists to contribute and showcase their artwork, including jewelry, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, decor, and clothing, at our upcoming Bark Fest Fundraising Event live auction on November 15th. As a non-profit organization, all donations are tax-deductible. Proceeds will support improvements to the Dedman Animal Shelter. Interested artists, please contact Katie at 406-622-5657 / email: [email protected].
We appreciate your sharing this opportunity with potential participants.

Tickets for Bark Fest are available at The Dedman Shelter, from Board Members: Brianna Ayers, Gerry Jovanovich, Tammy Malone-Hasler and Nicolle Fugere. They will also be available at the door.! 🐾

10/26/2024

Come out and enjoy the sunshine, the coffee and kittens!!!
We have some sponsorships from Moon Eyes Coffee and the Public House!! The Kittens are waiting for you and a forever home!! ❤️

10/25/2024

Kitten Adoption Day at Moon Eyes Coffee Roasters tomorrow 9 to 1!
You can purchase your Bark Fest tickets there as well!
Hope to see you there!
MoonEyesCoffee.co

Moon Eyes Coffee Roasters

10/24/2024

Join us on Saturday at Moon Eyes Coffee Roasters in Fort Benton!
We’ll be vibing with Kittens and Coffee! Order your favorite coffee beverage and grab a kitten to go!
10/26 ~ Kitten Adoption Event 9 to 1!

10/21/2024

Are YOU getting ready for BARK FEST?!
It is going to be a Fantastic Community Event on Friday, Nov. 15th!
Bring your appetite, your dancing shoes and your generosity to help raise funds for the Animals and our Community Shelter! Read below for everything you’ll want to know! You won’t want to miss it!
Please Share!
Volunteers needed on the 15th and 16th.
Donations for Silent Auctions appreciated!

10/12/2024

Owner found already!!!
😊

Found pitbull ACHILLES (has a chip / reported him on 10/10 2:15 pm) but no owner info. No collar, brindle brown male pitbull. Call the Dedman Foundation of Fort Benton 406.622.5657. Please share! He’s really scared - poor guy!

10/05/2024

Thank you Pike Ramirez and everyone who responded to our request for a dryer and the disposal of the old ones! I couldn’t believe they took appliances at the dump! We have such great community support! We appreciate you - From the team at the Dedman. 💕😊🐾
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Does anyone have a working dryer we can have or borrow until we can buy one?
Ours failed yesterday and both of the back up ones that were donated previously did not work! One even had the motor catch on fire!!

Also any advice on a dryer disposal plan? 😳 Please and thank you! ❤️

10/03/2024

Update! We had 4 kitties adopted (See in comments) Sweetpea, Pebbles, Adrian & Rascal, and received 3 more! Pictures of new kitties coming soon!

Embrace Fall with a Cuddly Feline Furball!
October Adult Cat Adoptions are 50% off.

Everyday when we come in to work we greet our kitty family. It’s amazing how all of these cats, some that have been here forever, some that came in with trauma, some still with us since coming out of foster baby care, and some newly surrendered. They are different breeds, genders, colors, sizes, and shapes that all manage to get along!

They are patiently waiting for a family, or a person to come in, see them, fall in love and take them home!

To help them on their Journey to a loving home, we are offering ALL Adult and Senior Felines at half the regular adoption fee through the month of October.
Please stop in and open your heart to one of these beautiful kitties today.
All are vaccinated, “fixed” (or about to be fixed = spay/ neutered), healthy and ready for a new home!

Adoption fee Adult Cats $37.50 (normally $75)
Adoption fee Senior Cats (age 8 and over) $30 (normally $60)

We hope to see you soon!

09/30/2024

We have the most darling kittens!
Stop by for a sweet kitty cuddle fest and meet Nala, Lillibeth, Nicholas, Harmony, Opal and Onyx!