Animal Humane Society

12/24/2024

Happy holidays from Animal Humane Society! ❄️ AHS is closed December 24 and 25 for the holidays.

12/23/2024

Animal Humane Society foster volunteer Jamie shares that by opening her home to foster animals, not only does her family help prepare animals for adoption, but her children get hands-on experience with different types of animals. 🏡

💖 Ready to open your home to a foster animal? AHS is seeking foster support for large dogs (50 pounds and up). We are not accepting applications for felines or small critters at this time.

12/23/2024

🎁 Holidays can be very enjoyable for people, yet stressful and potentially dangerous for pets. Keep the following tips in mind to keep your celebrations safe and enjoyable for all:

Holidays are a joyous time of year, but can be stressful and potentially dangerous for your pets. Keep these tips in mind to keep your celebrations safe and enjoyable for all.

12/20/2024

Animal Humane Society’s President and CEO Janelle Dixon is retiring today after 33 years with the organization. To our donors and animal-loving community, Janelle shares:

“Words cannot capture how grateful I am to share this community with you. When I look back on my time at AHS, your steadfast and remarkable support is among the things that shines the brightest. We’ve had many monumental wins over the years, from facilitating a merger with other animal welfare organizations to expanding our services for high-needs animals. We’ve overcome challenges, including adapting to a pandemic and responding to a wide variety of humane investigations. Through it all, you’ve been there. You’ve supported low-cost services for pet parents in need, made it possible for more animals to find second chances, and helped keep families whole.”

Thank you, Janelle, for making the world a better place for animals and the people who love them for years to come.

12/19/2024

Help Champy heal in time to celebrate the holidays.

Champy was found with no collar, tags, or microchip. Despite being extremely emaciated and sporting scabs all over his face and body, it was quickly clear Champy had a lot of love to give. He warmed up to our vet staff quickly, though his skinny body meant he needed some help with literal warmth — thankfully, our dedicated staff is keeping Champy comfortable and cozy.

Champy is currently on a special feeding plan to help him reach a healthy weight and is receiving treatment for his wounds. He’s already made great progress since arriving at Animal Humane Society, but he still has some healing to do. Will you help this affectionate pup get ready to meet his perfect family by donating to AHS today? All gifts made before the end of the month will be DOUBLED, making this the perfect time to support animals like Champy. 💙 Give now at ahs.mn/Give2Animals.

12/18/2024

Which goofy grin is your favorite? 🤪

Our staff at Animal Humane Society took many fun photos in 2024 and these bloopers made us smile. ❤️

📸 Share the joy with a friend in the comments below!

12/18/2024

🐕 When you walk into a training class at Animal Humane Society, you’re stepping into a space designed for growth – not just for your dog, but for you as a pet parent.

From the friendly greeting at check-in to the celebratory moments when your dog masters a new skill, every part of the experience is focused on building a strong and lasting bond between you and your furry companion. If you’ve been curious about training classes but not sure if they were right for you, here’s what you can expect:

If you’ve been curious about training classes but not sure if they were right for you, here’s what you can expect.

12/16/2024

iPod is ready to turn up the volume in a new friend's life! 🎶🔊

Staff are eager to see this 11-month-old rabbit embraced by a new companion who'll love him in all his quirkiness. Staff share: "iPod is a quirky little critter. He's so special and goofy. Whoever takes him home will have a fun journey!"

🔁💙 Ready to put your love on repeat for iPod, our Purina-Pet-of-the-Week? Meet him and all our greatest hits at ahs.mn/adopt.

12/15/2024

Experience the holiday magic of over a million lights, illuminated trees, larger than life icicles and art installations, and more – all while you make a difference for animals in need! ❄️

🎫 Get 10% off your tickets when you use code GIVING24 at checkout, and a portion of the proceeds from every ticket sale will benefit Animal Humane Society.

Get tickets for Glow Holiday Festival now at ahs.mn/4gdlJiZ.

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12/14/2024

Happy Tail! 🎉 This AHS adoption success story was shared from an animal lover like you! Ashley says:

"My partner and I ventured to the Animal Humane Society in Golden Valley to look at a little kitten (who was already in the process of being adopted by the time we arrived).

If I'm being honest, I was just going through the motions to love up on some little cuties and leave.

As I strolled past the rows of glass-doored rooms, peering inside and looking for a kitty to greet, I stopped outside a room with a little tuxedo loaf perched on a tall cat tree, staring back at me with beautiful, weary green eyes.

I opened the door to say hello and noticed that he had the prettiest little white paws, folded to purrrfection, and a chunk of his ear was missing.

I walked up to him and asked if I could pet him. He gave me a slow blink before leaning in for head scratchies.

When he started purring loudly and rolled over to show me his white furry belly, that's when I caved. 😅

I learned that he was known as the “neighborhood kitty,” fed here and there but never truly having a home.

Fern is a very shy guy, but man oh man, is he top tier at making biscuits. 🤌

Welcome home, Fern. 🌿Thank you for choosing us. :)"

12/13/2024

Let's celebrate 2024 adopted animals – like Mr. Cowboy, who recently found a loving companion. 💗🏠 Did you grow your heart and home with an adopted animal this year? Share a photo in the comments to join in the celebration!

Did you know? You can view recently adopted AHS animals at ahs.mn/recently-adopted-animals.

12/12/2024

URGENT: 64 animals rescued from neglect

On December 6, humane agents from Animal Humane Society arrived at a rural property in Beltrami County with the intent to rescue approximately 300 neglected animals from alarming living conditions.

During a previous visit to the property, hundreds of cats were found living in cramped, filthy cages, with only sporadic access to food and clean water. Emaciated dogs roamed the property, many with physical injuries from fights over f***s as their only sources of food.

But when AHS and law enforcement arrived with a warrant to seize these animals, we were only able to locate 29 cats and 35 dogs — leaving more than 170 animals unaccounted for. Numerous animal bones and bone fragments found in an ash pile on the property are being examined as investigators search for evidence about the fate of the missing animals. Both former caretakers were arrested at the time of the seizure and criminal charges are expected in the case.

Right now, our team is focused on providing urgent care to the animals we were able to recover. These dogs and cats are in dire condition — battling eye infections, respiratory diseases, parasites, injuries, extreme malnourishment, and likely many more issues we will only discover as we continue to treat them. It may take several weeks of medical care and rehabilitation before many of them are healthy enough for adoption.

But we are committed to giving these animals the second chances they deserve. Our dedicated veterinary and behavior teams are already hard at work providing the best care they can offer. These dogs and cats survived neglect no living creature should ever have to face — and with your help, we can save them from more needless suffering.

Please give an emergency donation today and help us support each of these animals on their long roads to recovery. Because every animal deserves a life free from pain. And right now, your gift can go even further toward helping these animals recover thanks to a generous match from Bill Nesheim — making this the best time to give the gift of hope and healing.

12/11/2024

In need of a kid-free evening? 🐾 What could be more fun for animal loving kids than spending their Friday night with our furry friends at Animal Humane Society? Children are invited to wear their cozy pajamas, bring a blanket and pillow, and be ready for some animal-themed fun while parents enjoy an evening to themselves!

🎬🍿 Kids will enjoy a visit with adoptable animals, reading to animals or animal-themed games, a pizza dinner, and a movie with popcorn!

Register for Furry Friends & Films at ahs.mn/FurryFriendsFilms.

What could be more fun than spending your Friday night with our furry friends at Animal Humane Society?

12/10/2024

64 animals seized in Beltrami County cruelty case

On Friday, December 6, Animal Humane Society's Humane Investigations team assisted the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office in what it anticipated would be the rescue of more than 250 animals from a rural property near Hines, MN. Instead, the team returned to our Golden Valley location with 35 dogs and 29 cats.

AHS is caring for 35 dogs and 29 cats from a rural property in Beltrami County following an investigation into the neglect and mistreatment of more than 250 animals.

12/09/2024

It's your lucky day! 🍀 Lucky is ready for a new best friend. He'll bring companionship, playfulness, and good fortune to his new home. Lucky is a 2-year-old Shepherd-mix looking for an active and loving home.

🤞 Hit the jackpot by getting to know our Purina-Pet-of-the-Week, Lucky, and all our winning adoptable animals at ahs.mn/adopt.

12/08/2024

Animal Humane Society’s positive reinforcement training classes empower your dog to thrive in real-world situations.

⭐ New to training? You can now purchase a one-day trial pass to try out a training class at Animal Humane Society before committing to a two- or four-month training pass. ⭐

Learn more about our flexible dog training programs and services in the Twin Cities that fit your schedule and skill level at ahs.mn/BehaviorAndTraining

12/06/2024

Meet the ultimate playmate, Louie! ⚽🐕 This playful 1-year-old pup loves making friends with people and dogs alike. He's looking for a second chance in an active home. Louie is eager to learn new skills and training to become his best self.

Despite one of Louie's legs getting surgically removed due to an injury, this spirited pup is on the road to recovery. He will be ready to run around with a new companion within a few weeks. Could you be the perfect match for this playful dog? Get to know him at ahs.mn/meet_louie.

12/05/2024

There are more ways than ever to support Animal Humane Society and the pets you love — including FreeWill an online service that provides animal lovers with a suite of no-cost, easy-to-use tools to create a will.

FreeWill’s partnership with AHS allows supporters like you to make caring for animals a part of your legacy. FreeWill’s accessible interface and intuitive tools make it easy to make big decisions about the future, including selecting a trusted caretaker for your beloved dog, cat, or critter. You can even leave gifts to causes and organizations you care about, like AHS!

💙 No matter how you give to AHS, you’re making a difference for animals and the people who love them. If you want your impact on animals to go further and last longer, learn more about FreeWill’s secure online giving tools today at ahs.mn/FreeWill.