Mower County Humane Society

We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 No Kill shelter which receives no funding from Mower County, the City of Austin MN (shelter location) or the state. All funding is through adoption fees, donations and fundraisers. All funding goes to care of animals, zero payroll. We work with local law enforcement and the city pound so that no animals are euthanized once their hold time expires and they are unclaimed. Our average population runs about 30 dogs and 130 cats. In addition to rescuing and sheltering animals, we partner with local vet to sponsor periodic reduced cost spay/neuter clinics, and six times per year we host an on site visit of the MNSnap.org mobile surgical vet unit which provides reduced cost spay/neuters. We are small in numbers , but huge in heart and dedication.

AUSTIN, MN,55912
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Phone Number: (507) 437-9262

Website: http://mowercountyhumanesociety.org

Bear (sponsored fee)

Black Labrador Retriever | Albert Lea, MN

Age : 4 Years 8 MonthsAdultMaleLargeCattle Dog

About

Characteristics

affectionate eagerToPlease eventempered gentle doesWellInCar goofy intelligent leashtrained obedient olderKidsOnly playful playsToys

Coat Length

Short

Activity Level

Moderately Active

Energy Level

Moderate

House Trained

Yes

Good in Home With

Others DogsChildren

Adoption Fees

Donated

Meet Bear (sponsored fee)

Bear came to the shelter as an owner surrender in October. He was adopted for about a month and returned after the adopter realized he was allergic to him. Bear is 4 to 5 years old and is a mix of black lab, blue heeler, and border collie. There could be some other things in there, too. He's a pretty laid back dude who likes some good exercise followed by chilling with his people. He has been fully vetted and chipped. His fee of $150 is sponsored/donated. Bear is just an all around good boy. He's smart and has had some basic training. He enjoys learning and is eager to please. He can coexist with other dogs but isn't one to really romp and frolic with them. He has done okay with older kids. Bear is pretty active and strong and will require some good exercise. He's doing well with his leash walking skills. We really like him at the shelter and were heartbroken when he was returned. Bear does have a bit of a mischievous streak. He will run and play a good game of "catch me if you can" if given the opportunity. A fenced yard would really butter his toast! Watch a TikTok video featuring Bear below! https://www.tiktok.com/@happy.critter.ranch/video/7306586986129804587 NOTE:  Adoptions are done via private appointment once an application has been completed and approved. Applications can be submitted at our website, mchs.rescuegroups.org. We are located at 101 22nd St. SE in Austin, right next to the airport. It's exit 180B off of I-90, right off of 218 South. We do require that potential adopters be at least 21 years old and that any resident dogs be up to date on vaccinations, heartworm testing/preventative, and spayed or neutered.

Adoption Process
Starts with written Application form which includes questions regarding housing situation (rent/own etc. renters require landlord approval), History of previous or current pets, Vet information, Animal housing information (cats must be indoors, dogs fenced yard etc.). Fees for Cat Adoptions are $50 (or $75 for two) Dogs vary based on breed, size, etc. Average is $125.


Contact
Mower County Humane Society
(507) 437-9262
http://mowercountyhumanesociety.org

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