P.O. Box 19105 Minneapolis MN 55419 (952)831-3825
Dogs - dogs@pethavenmn.org
Cats - cats@pethavenmn.org
Website - www.PetHavenMN.org
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A Very Special Dog . . .
Dakota is a beautiful 7 year old girl, possibly part Heeler from her shape. Her coat is a striking glossy black with reddish overtones that show when the light is right, and white markings. She's very smart and has plenty of energy. She knows how to sit and lie down, walks very nicely at your side, and has good recall. She's also learned to wait for permission before going out a door-- as long as there's not a squirrel out there! She loves to play with her toys, and loves to fetch and catch things in the air. She enjoys going for rides and is fine in the car alone. Dakota would be happiest in a home where someone was with her most of the time. When she's with her people, she is well-behaved, hangs around with them and doesn't get into any trouble. But she needs to be crated when left alone in the house, else she "hunts" for food, in wastebaskets, in bags, on tables, on counters, anywhere. Her best hunt was breaking into a jar of peanut butter. She also needs a secure yard, and this means more than just the usual fencing. As she demonstrated with the peanut butter jar, she's very smart and determined, and has figured out that she can squeeze under most chain-link fences, because they are usually secured on three sides but not on the bottom, where they flex a little. When outside a fenced area she will need to always been kept on a lead because she loves to run (typical husky trait). Dakota is beautiful, smart, loving and lovable-- what more could anyone ask in a companion?
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A Very Special Cat. . .
Fudge is a gentle, sweet girl with a soft and silky coat. She enjoys any cat or kitten she has met, likes to play with mice being a favorite toy, loves the cat dancer and will keep you company on the computer while you work. Chasing your toes under the sheet is another favorite activity - you'll need a blanket at the bottom of the bed to help protect them! |
We hold public adoption events on weekends. The foster home volunteers bring the pets to these events and potential adopters have a chance to meet the animals and talk with the foster families. If a good match is found, the pet can be adopted that day. The schedule of upcoming adoption events is listed below.
It is also possible to meet and adopt pets at other times. Our foster homes are always willing to talk with and arrange for potential adopters to meet the animal they are fostering. Again, contact us via the e-mail addresses listed below or by phone.
Pet Haven reserves the right to refuse any adoption we do not feel is appropriate.
DOGS
Our dog adoption events are normally held from 10am to 12 pm on the first and third Saturdays of each month. Due to the 4th of July holiday, we moved our first monthly event to July 11 at the Eden Prairie Petco. The adoption event on July 18 will be held at the Richfield Petco.
CATS
Pet Haven's next TWO cat adoptions will be on Sat. July 11 from 11-1 p.m. at the Calhoun Chuck and Don's and Sun. June 12 from 1-3 p.m. at the PetCo in Richfield.
We've lots of cats and kittens who are looking for forever homes. Only cat? Cat who likes other cats? Cats who like - or LOVE - dogs A cat who likes fun and games? A cat that is more laid back? Some would love to be only cats and others cats need another feline or canine in their lives to help them keep busy. Because our cats are in foster homes, we can tell you what their personality is like and if they seem like a good fit for your home.
Our cats and kittens have tested negative for feline leukemia and fiv, are up to date on distemper and rabies (if old enough) and have been microchipped and spayed /neutered. The adoption fee ranges from $130.00 - $150.00. Please come at the beginning of an adoption event if there is a specific cat you are hoping to meet. Email inquiries and home adoptions always welcome!
Foster Homes Needed... All of the dogs and cats in Pet Haven's adoption program stay in volunteer foster homes until permanent homes are found for them. We currently are turning away needy cats and dogs because our foster homes are full. Pet Haven provides all vet care, food, supplies and lots of support. It is Pet Haven's responsibility to find a suitable new home for the animal you foster. We've been doing it for over 50 years, so you can count on us. If you are interested in providing temporary care for a cat or dog, please contact us at cats@pethavenmn.org to foster a cat, a pethavendogs@yahoo.com to foster a dog or call and leave a voicemail message at (952)831-3825.
We would like you to commit to fostering for a 6 month period of time. Pet Haven has experienced volunteers available to help you and answer any questions you have as you care for the foster animal. If you wish to foster cats, we can place a cat in your home that has already been in another foster home so that you will know what to expect from the pet you would receive. If you wish to foster dogs, we can fit the size, age and energy level of your foster dog to match your lifestyle and home situation.
Every cat and dog is checked by a veterinarian before it is placed in your home for fostering. Cats receive a feline leukemia/fiv test so we know the animal is not infectious. Both cats and dogs receive distemper and rabies vaccinations and are spayed or neutered, treated for fleas and earmites and are dewormed and microchipped. Dogs also receive heartworm tests and treatment if needed. Both cats and dogs are treated for any other ailments uncovered during the vet's examination. Pet Haven provides excellent vet care to all of the animals in our adoption program.
What do we need from you? We need the love in your heart to care for the cat or dog until it finds a forever home. We need you to have a safe indoor place to house the foster dog or cat. Dogs also need a fenced yard, an area for a tie-out, or leash walks. Cats need a room to stay in. Some foster homes fully integrate their foster cat into their home, others choose to keep it in a room and visit for play and loving sessions daily. Once the animal is ready to be placed in a new home, we need you to bring your foster animal to our twice monthly adoption events or partner with another volunteer who can transport your foster dog or cat to the adoption events. We also need you to occasionally be available to meet with potential adopters (accompanied by an experienced Pet Haven volunteer) at other times by appointment.
Every new foster home worries that it will be too hard to give up the animal once they have cared for it and fallen in love. This fear keeps many from volunteering at all. It is hard - even those who have fostered for many years have a hard time with that. But, Pet Haven gives you a say in choosing the new home for the animal because we know you have a personal interest in the well-being of your foster cat or dog. Meeting the new family and knowing where the foster animal is going helps to make it easier to give them up. Besides, once your foster pet has found a new home, we can fill the hole they left with a new foster dog or cat and you then move on to helping another homeless companion. Please don't let this concern stop you from helping the animals who need you to volunteer. You CAN do it!
If you are unable to foster, could you broadcast our need to your friends, family and co-workers?
Volunteers Needed... Want to help homeless pets, but being a foster home is not up your alley? You can help in other ways. Please contact us at Volunteer@PetHavenMN.org or leave a message at (952)831-3825 to volunteer. Thanks!
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