Mondak Animal Rescue

03/28/2025

🍀🐾 LUCKY PAW WINNERS🐾🍀

March 22nd $75- ticket #148 Tyler Whlich

March 23rd $125- ticket #270 Penny Slagle---DONATED BACK

March 24th $50- ticket #141 Shauna Blind

March 25th $75- ticket #238 Tami Naser

March 26th $50- ticket #254 Kristi Gutierrez

March 27th $75- ticket #11 Mary Lambert ---DONATED BACK

March 28th $125- ticket #203 David Juma

🍀Thank you to everyone who participated and congrats to our winners!

03/26/2025

Happy Tail Adoptions!

So thankful for those who put in the time to bond and earn the trust of those they are choosing to make lifetime commitments too!

We love successfull adoptions

03/22/2025

**⚠️ SCAM ALERT – PLEASE SHARE ⚠️**

This is a post we hoped we’d never have to make, but we need your help spreading the word.

A fraudulent Venmo account has been created using Mondak Animal Rescue’s logo, and they are attempting to solicit donations from our supporters. **THIS IS NOT US.** We would never request donations via Venmo in this way.

While Mondak Animal Rescue **does** have an official Venmo account, it **does not** have a profile picture. To be safe, please **do not** respond to any Venmo donation requests at this time.

We are heartbroken that someone would take advantage of our mission in this way. We will share a screenshot of the scam account to help you identify and avoid it.

Again, if you receive a Venmo request claiming to be from us, **please do not send money.** If you ever have questions about donating, please contact us directly.

Thank you for your support and for helping us protect the animals in our care.

03/22/2025

The weather has been absolutely perfect for our adoptable dogs! They’ve been loving their time outside, and we’ve been working hard on group play sessions. Group play is so important—it helps build confidence, improves social skills, and keeps our dogs happy and mentally stimulated. Positive play is key to success, and let’s be honest, nothing beats having the boss involved, handing out all the scratches and belly rubs!

We have so many amazing dogs of all breeds, sizes, ages, and personalities looking for their forever homes. Every single one of them deserves a chance to find that special family. Some may need more time and patience than others, but they all have so much love to give.

If you're thinking about adding a furry friend to your family, please consider adoption! You can find all the details on how to adopt by visiting our website at www.mondakanimalrescue.org

Enjoy these adorable pictures of our special dogs 💙💜

03/22/2025

03/17/2025

Today, I attended a live webinar on shelter medicine, where shelters from across the country discussed the rising costs of veterinary care and the shortage of veterinarians. Many states, including North Dakota, are struggling with limited vet availability, leaving clinics booked out for months. It’s a growing crisis in the rescue world.

When it was my turn to share how we operate at Mondak Animal Rescue, the reaction was unforgettable. Many couldn’t believe that we have vet appointments booked *every single Monday* throughout the year. The dedication of **Dr. Folden, Dr. Bloxham, and the entire team at Western Vet** is nothing short of a gift to our shelter and community.

Dr. Folden has taught me so much—her knowledge has helped us navigate basic medical needs for our shelter animals, reducing unnecessary stress and delays. Both she and Dr. Bloxham are always just a call away, no matter the time of day. On top of that, they’ve even adopted from us (which brings a big smile to my face).

With rising costs in veterinary medicine and supply shortages affecting clinics everywhere, **Western Vet continues to provide us with consistent, discounted rates because they truly care about shelter animals.** That’s rare, and we don’t take it for granted.

After hearing what other shelters pay for spay/neuter services, I was once again reminded how *blessed* we are. Please take a moment to appreciate our local veterinarians—they are truly one in a million.

**Pictured: Dr. Bloxham taking a moment to love on one of our rescued dogs… who she may or may not have brought home!!**

03/16/2025

Updated video of Duncan

03/15/2025

Happy Tail Adoptions!

All of our little heeler puppies and their mom were successfully adopted into forever homes!

We will have more animals being moved up to the adoption floor next week.

Thank you for choosing to adopt and commit to a lifetime with your new best friend 🧡

03/12/2025

I’m not posting this for attention—I’m posting it to educate and if you believe in prayers, please send them to Duncan!

This is Duncan.

Recently, someone found him curled up against a garage in the freezing cold*pictured below*, severely underweight and struggling to survive. One of our volunteers saw the post and immediately went to get him. The next morning, she took him to the vet, where it was suspected that he had battled distemper earlier in life. He also had hookworms that needed treatment. Vaccinations were started, and since we had an open kennel at the shelter, we prepared for his arrival.

She mentioned that he seemed to be struggling to hold his bladder, which made me think—what if he had a UTI? But that wasn’t our biggest concern yet.

Duncan didn’t eat much his first evening at the shelter, but with all he had been through, we figured he just needed time to settle in. The next day, he still wouldn’t eat. He was unusually quiet, had no energy, and was drinking an excessive amount of water. That evening, he vomited.

I knew then—I had to put him under close observation. Pups who have been through so much trauma are often at high risk for parvo, and I feared the worst. The next morning, his condition took a turn for the worse. His fever spiked, vomiting worsened, he had no appetite, and he stopped drinking. His breathing became labored.

I started him on fluids and standard treatment of antibiotics, consulting with our veterinarian over the weekend. But when I tested for parvo, it came back negative. That meant we were dealing with something else—something more complicated. My main goal became controlling his fever and getting as many fluids into him as possible.

I only left his side long enough to go home, shower, and change clothes. He needed someone there. I stayed in constant contact with our vet to make sure I was doing everything I could until she could see him Monday morning.

We ran several tests and took multiple x-rays, but Duncan remains a mystery. His white blood cell count is through the roof. His lungs are in terrible shape. He has now spent two nights at Western Vet and will likely stay a few more. While we haven’t seen major improvement yet, he hasn’t declined either—which, in itself, is a small victory.

I’ve been in rescue for a long time. I’ve treated and cared for more sick dogs than I ever wished to, and I have to be honest—this boy has me stumped. I think he has our vet stumped too.

But here’s what we *do* know:

**All of this could have been prevented.**

Someone, at some point, owned this dog. He was born and placed in human hands to be cared for. And what did they do? They dumped him. They left him to fend for himself in the cold, already emaciated and fighting for his life.

Humans failed him.

Thankfully, the right human found him that day and picked him up, brought him home to warmth. Thankfully, he was in *our* care when his body started shutting down. Because let me tell you—this boy had me scrambling to keep him comfortable. Even as he puked and p*ed all over me, I couldn’t help but hold his head and remind him he wasn’t alone.

I know he’s in the best hands at Western Vet, and I’m praying he pulls through. Because Duncan is a fighter. And he *deserves* a chance.

**This is why we push spaying and neutering.**

He’s only six months old, and he has already fought battles that no puppy should ever have to.

Spay and neuter your pets and PLEASE stop dumping them!!! Pets are a LIFETIME commitment

Keep Fighting Duncan, we have treats to eat and friends to make and I guarantee you a good home is out there for you

03/09/2025

**Happy Tail Adoptions!**

What a week! We've had some amazing people step up and make the lifelong commitment to saving lives. Many welcomed cats, dogs, and—as pictured—adorable puppies into their homes.

Thank you for choosing to adopt! Every adoption makes room for another in need. And if this week has taught us anything, it's that for every one adopted, ten more are waiting at our doors!

Keep those adoption updates coming if you have adopted from Mondak—we love to see our rescues thriving in their forever homes!

03/08/2025

We thought we were at our limit—we *are* exhausted. But when we got a call about a woman who had been displaced and was now living in her vehicle with *four adult dogs and eight five-week-old puppies*, we knew we couldn’t turn our backs.

The Boss and I jumped into the transport van and met up to save the puppies and pick up an owner surrender also.

We didn’t have the space, but we made it work. Thanks to a few incredible fosters, we were able to take them in. These puppies are too young to be adopted yet, but their situation is a reminder of why *spaying and neutering is so important.*

We also had an owner surrender request for a Golden Retriever so we got him today also! (He does already have a pending adoption)

We are overwhelmed. We’ve lost count of how many litters we have right now. All we know is that our shelter is at full capacity—overflowing with dogs and cats in need.

We *cannot* take in any more animals right now. But what we *can* do is find loving homes for those already in our care. If you’ve been thinking about adopting and can make a **lifetime commitment**, please check out our website. We have so many incredible animals waiting, and in the coming weeks, we’ll have even more puppies ready for homes.

Your support means everything. Whether it’s adopting, fostering, donating, or simply spreading the word, you are the reason we can keep saying *yes* when animals need us the most.

www.mondakanimalrescue.org

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03/05/2025

**Long read, not necessarily an animal post but it's important to me, so I'm writing it here too**

One of the main reasons I went into animal rescue was because I wanted to make a difference in this world. Animals deserve second chances. What didn’t work out for you may work for someone else. What you put into a pet, a pet will give right back to you. It’s a respect thing, in my opinion.

If I hadn’t gone into animal rescue, I’ve always been drawn to working with kids—the ones who just need a little more. Even back in grade school, I felt that way. In high school, I was offered a job at Opportunity Foundation, where I worked for almost 12 years until the Scheele family took a chance on me and asked me to help bring this shelter to life. From the very beginning of this shelter, I knew I wanted youth to be involved in some way.

About four years ago, Eckert Youth Homes reached out and asked if they could bring kids to the shelter. There was no doubt in my mind that we were doing this. Every group of kids is different—some enjoy it, some don’t—but in every group, there always seems to be one kid who is truly drawn to the animals. I’ve always believed they have a lot in common. Our past does not define who we are—our future does. The kids just need a little guidance/love, just like the animals do. And the love you get in return is unmatched.

Eckert has an amazing program with an even better group of kids who just need a chance. They’ve helped with our Dog Jog in years past, and whenever we need an extra set of hands, there’s always a kid or two willing to step up.

Now, let’s skip to November, when a group came in on a Friday, just like they do every single week. I noticed one young man who always wanted to do a little more. He would ask if he could help, and of course, I always agreed. I saw something in him. He had a gift with these dogs. So I told him, *When you're ready, you come back here, and I’m going to take a chance on you and hire you.* I’ll never forget the look on his face when I said that.

Fast forward two months later, and he came in, looked me straight in the eye, and said, *It’s time.*

I told him I was sad to see him leave but happy he was getting to go home.

He shook his head and said, *No, it’s time for you to give me a chance out here until I complete my time at Eckert*

I knew I had to keep my word. I created a position, had a couple of meetings with his caseworker, and shortly after, I hired him. He worked four days a week and was honestly the best kid—always willing to do whatever was needed. If he saw you needed help but didn’t ask, he helped anyway. He fixed things, handled the big strong dogs, and picked up more p**p than he ever imagined—all without a single complaint.

This is what it’s about—taking a chance to better yourself. I always knew this opportunity was temporary, but I wasn’t ready for it to end so soon. Mr. Lee successfully completed the program at Eckert and got to go home today, just shy of his 18th birthday. We couldn’t let him leave without celebrating everything he has accomplished here.

It was bittersweet—pride that he succeeded, sadness that the animals are losing such a great asset. He was never afraid of a challenge and even helped rehab some of our harder cases, socializing the scared ones.

We will definitely miss him, but we are so proud. Take the tools you’ve learned and use them to become the man we all know you can be.

Thank you, Mr. Lee, for your dedication to the animals at Mondak Animal Rescue and all the TikTok videos I forced you to assist with making 🥰

03/02/2025

Many already know, but for those who don’t—Mondak Animal Rescue offers dog and cat boarding while you’re away! Whether you’re on vacation, getting your house cleaned, or just planning a weekend getaway, we’re here to care for your pets until you return.

Our boarding facility has a dedicated staff, operating 13 hours a day, 7 days a week. With multiple turfed outdoor play yards and three indoor play areas, your pets have plenty of space to enjoy themselves. Plus, just like in our adoption facility, we provide enrichment activities at no extra cost—because we love happy dogs!

Check out these pups enjoying enrichment toys with a little extra sweetness on top. Nothing beats engaging their brains with scents, tastes, and puzzles!

**Reminder:** Holidays, and busy sporting events book up months in advance, so if you’re planning a trip, we recommend reserving your kennel now. We don’t charge cancellation or change fees, so secure your spot early to avoid missing out!

03/01/2025

We thought we had a full house the other day, but the calls keep coming. We have officially pushed ourselves beyond capacity—the kennels are full, and many are doubled and tripled up with furry little paws. We have *a lot* of mouths to feed.

If you're thinking about adding a pet to your family, *now is the time.* In just **42 days, we have taken in 62 animals**—and today, we added **9 more**. That’s a huge intake for such a short period, and we promise you, we likely have exactly what you're looking for.

We *cannot* stress enough the importance of **spaying and neutering your pets**. We are tired, and it's not even March. It feels like we are constantly treading water against the current.

As always, **help us help them—one paw at a time.** **Adoptions save lives.**

Enjoy these pictures of some of our newest adorable puppies! Their breed? We aren’t sure, but they look like shepherds with the short legs of a dachshund.

Visit our website to learn how to adopt at www.mondakanimalrescue.org

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02/28/2025

**Enrichment is essential for all dogs, but especially for puppies!** We work with them daily to introduce new sights, sounds, smells, and tastes—helping them grow into confident, well-adjusted companions.

Tonight, we took enrichment to the next level by bringing them into a new space filled with exciting new scents, tastes and textures. They absolutely loved exploring and experiencing something different!

So many adorable puppies are looking for their forever homes. If you’re thinking about adopting, consider adopting from us here at Mondak Animal Rescue—your new best friend might be waiting for you!

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02/27/2025

We have so many wonderful animals looking for their forever homes!

We currently have three separate litters of puppies ready for adoption, each with 7-8 puppies per litter. Plus, we have **nursing moms with litters** who will be available soon. If you’re looking to add a furry friend to your family, now is the perfect time to adopt!

So many deserving dogs available for adoption-
- **13 puppies** around 8 weeks old and ready to go home
- Amazing **adult dogs** who are all spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccinations

- Soooo many cats and younger kittens, all spayed/neutered and ready for adoption
- A few **barn cats** (two males, one female) who would love a job on your property

We have **dogs of all sizes** and **cats in every color imaginable!**

Interested in adopting?
Please thoroughly read over our website all about our process and how it works.

www.mondakanimalrescue.org

**Want to help but can’t adopt?**
We could really use:
- **Purina One Puppy Food** (dry & wet)
- **Paper towels** (puppies = lots of poo!)

Thank you for supporting us
Help us, help them, one paw at a time