Winona Area Humane Society

11/07/2025

🌟 Silent auction sneak peek! 🌟

The silent auction & wine tasting committee has been hard at work preparing bidding items for many weeks, and they’ll all be on display for event attendees TONIGHT beginning at 6pm 🎉 Pictured are only a few of the many selections that have been composed, spanning a wide variety of themes, age groups, and interests — all made possible thanks to a LOT of generous donors!

There’s sure to be something for everyone, so don’t miss your opportunity to participate in the biggest fundraiser of the year. Together, we can positively impact the lives of pets in need, but the community’s attendance is essential to make it a success — so if you haven’t participated before, come check it out!

We’re so excited to join forces with all the wonderful animal advocates at the 25th annual An Affair for the Animals 😸🐶 See you all soon!

Tickets $25 • Signatures Event Center • 21+ to attend

11/07/2025

Thank you Pet Medical Center for the lovely event shoutout! We are SO excited for the fundraising celebration in just a few short hours 🥳🐾

All smiles because TONIGHT is an "Affair for the Animals", the 25th anniversary fundraiser for Winona Area Humane Society dogs and cats!

Admission tickets are $25 and can be purchased for TONIGHT at Hy-vee, Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits, Midtown foods and Merchants bank located downtown!

More information about "Affair for the Animals" November 7th, 2025 from 6-9pm at Signature Event Center can be found on Winona Area Humane Society's page!

11/07/2025

Peaceful Purrsday moments, featuring Porcupine and Otter 🥹

These two reserved, laid back boys came in from the same household and truly cherish their time together. One is rarely seen without the other close by, especially when it comes to sharing their favorite cat beds!

Moments like these have been observed more frequently the longer Porcupine and Otter are in the shelter, leading us to the conclusion that they share a special bond and find great comfort in each other’s company. Because of this bond, we’re hoping an equally special adopter can welcome them both home as a bonded pair ❤️

Porcupine and Otter are each on the shy side, preferring to go slowly with building trust. They may need extra adjustment time before feeling comfortable in a new home, but the love and sweetness they’ll show in return is priceless. And they’ll have each other to lean on in the process!

Should you have room in your life for two tender-hearted fellows, learn more about their personalities and apply to visit Porcupine and Otter on winonahumane.org/adopt!

11/06/2025

Gather your family & friends and get ready for the shelter’s biggest fundraiser of the year, happening TOMORROW from 6-9pm!! So many items and fun activities await you as the community joins together for a milestone occasion supporting the area’s homeless pets 😌🥂 See you there!

11/06/2025

Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone who generously donated canned food for Einz last week! He’ll be set for a long while with his favorite food topper 🥳

11/04/2025

11/5 update: He has been reclaimed!

🚨 FOUND CAT 🚨

This adult male black & white cat was found on 11/1 at Great River Bluffs State Park. He is neutered; no microchip or collar present. If you recognize him, are missing him, or know anything about the situation, contact the shelter at 507-452-3135. Thank you! 🐾n

11/04/2025

If 200+ baskets of new items, endless wine & beer tasting selections, a raffle, and the 25th anniversary celebration haven’t drawn you in quite yet, there’s one MORE reason you should attend this year’s An Affair for the Animals fundraiser: there’ll be an instant-win game running called Corks for a Cause!

Thanks to generous businesses and community members, an assortment of gift certificates, tickets, vouchers, and unique prizes will be available for winning. Entry is simple: you pay for a cork, you pull a cork, you win a prize! There are three levels of prizes, so no one walks away empty-handed. And shelter pets win too, because all proceeds from cork pull entries will support their care 😸🐕

An Affair for the Animals tickets ($25) are still available for purchase at HyVee and Midtown Foods. Make this year one to remember and join the animal-centric fun on November 7th at Signatures!

11/02/2025

Java and Jewel got a great start growing up in the care of a wonderful, dedicated foster family, and now they have the best future ahead as part of a forever family! Thank you to everyone who helped them get to this happy day, and congratulations to their adopters 🥰🐾

11/01/2025

One more Halloween post for good measure, featuring some of our longer stay animals! Check out their profiles on the website links — maybe one of them will be your next spooky season buddy 🖤🧡

10/31/2025

The cats broke into the costume supply this year 🤭 We hope you’re also getting into the spooktakular spirit and have a safe, fun-filled night! Happy Halloween to all 🎃👻

10/31/2025

🎃 Adoption Update - Halloween edition! 🎃

Harry, the sweetest little guy adopted two years ago, is always up for modeling the perfect costume ensembles. This year he’s channeling his inner Elvis with 🎶Ain’t Nothin but a Hound Dog🎶

Thank you to Harry’s family for giving him the best life — AND for sending the cutest adoption updates our way 😌

10/31/2025

Tips for a less spooky Halloween

As Halloween approaches, pet owners often find themselves navigating a tricky balance between festive fun and ensuring their furry friends feel safe and secure. To create a less spooky experience for your pets, consider a few simple yet effective tips!

- Tire them out! Make sure they have had a long walk or an extensive play session earlier in the day to help expel nervous energy.

- Some dogs love costumes, some don't. If you are thinking of dressing up your dog, make sure there are no loose bits or parts that would impede any movement. Introduce wearing the costume gradually beforehand, and if there is an distress or discomfort, do not use.

- Keep your pets indoors, ideally in a safe space with their favorite items, away from the door. And just in case of an escapee, make sure their tags are up to date!
Minimize doorbell use - you can leave candy outside, meet the trick or treaters on the porch, or even set up your smart doorbell to alert your smart phone or watch with a buzz instead of an audible ring.

- Keep treats out of reach! Store all the Halloween candy and chocolate where your pet can't reach it. (Bonus points if you hide it well enough to keep it safe from family members before Halloween too, ha!)

A happy pet equals a happy Halloween! With these precautions, you can enjoy the spooky season without any frightful surprises for your beloved companion.