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Great River Rescue depends on community support to continue our lifesaving work. Please consider making a contribution.

Mission: Great River Rescue is committed to serving the best interest of the animals we strive to protect.

Vision: Great River Rescue is dedicated to operating an animal shelter for the purpose of finding a quality forever home for each animal we serve, encouraging a community of responsible companion animal guardians, eliminating the community’s need to euthanize dogs and cats as a means of population control, and promoting a society where companion animals become more valued.

Shelter Hours
Tuesday – Saturday
12:30 pm-5:30 pm
Closed on
Sunday & Monday
(except for special events)

Phone
Great River Rescue (218) 751-7910

Mail
Great River Rescue
1612 Carr Lake Rd SE
Bemidji, MN 56601

Email
Director: director@greatriverrescue.com
General information: info@greatriverrescue.com
Adoption information: adoptions@greatriverrescue.com
Intake questions and kennel coordinator: intake@greatriverrescue.com
Happy Tails (submit your adoption stories): happytails@greatriverrescue.com
Modsquad questions: modsquad@greatriverrescue.com

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Featured Pet

Miss Kitty (M.K. for short)

DOB approx 3/16/12 Hello. I'm Miss Kitty (M.K. to my friends). I am the epitome of cathood, regal and independent. I have no idea what I am doing in this place when I clearly belong in a comfortable home with humans serving my every need. Like many others of my kind, I require time and patience while I adjust to changes in my life and living environment. I may keep to myself until I decide that your home is an adequate haven for me, especially after having been in this disturbingly busy and noisy shelter for so long. I'm not comfortable with dogs or young children, so a quieter, adult home would be my preference. I am also, as are all sophisticated ladies, selectively affectionate. Not that I'm unfriendly, mind you. I just expect you to prove yourself worthy of my trust and affection. But when you do, I will be happy to lounge about the house with you and even indulge my playful side with a bit of feather toy play. Because the good people here realize that I should be in my own home where I can be properly indulged, they have reduced my adoption fee to a mere $9! Visit http://www.greatriverrescue.com/adoption-2/ to learn more about adopting me. Adult, Female, LargeVisit http://www.greatriverrescue.com/adoption-2/ to learn more about our adoption services.

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Great River Rescue houses approximately 70 homeless dogs and cats while a suitable forever home can be found. The shelter provides quality care the animals, spays and neuters all animals, and helps educate the public on pet care. The shelter is funded by community donations, and service fees.

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Make a difference in our community. Learn more about becoming a Board Member or Mod Squad Volunteer.

You can make a big difference!

Every month, volunteers contribute anywhere from 150 - 300 hours of time to the cause of Great River Rescue. We really value and appreciate those contributions. But, we still have some big needs! Great River Rescue is currently seeking volunteers for our Board of Directors, and Mod Squad program....

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Happy Tails Tuesday - Sounds like Nona has a very happy home! Thank you Angel for adopting her and giving her a great place to live.

Email your Happy Tails to happytails@greatriverrescue.com

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Congratulations to our newest members- Frannie, Cynthia and Faye. We are still hoping to add at least two new members before the end of the month!

http://www.greatriverrescue.com/donate/membership/

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If you are looking for a dog that is well-trained, then Lola is your girl! The Mod Squad has done amazing things with her. Please visit Lola today.

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Unfortunately, Great River Rescue is dealing with cases of Ringworm in some of our cats. Please know that we are working closely with the Animal Care Clinic, and experts at the University of Wisconsin and University of California Davis Shelter Medicine programs to control and ultimately beat this infection. With a little time, treatment, and proper procedures, we will be able to get past this pesky fungus. We are currently on an intake hold, but will let you know as soon as we return to normal operations.

Learn more about Ringworm here: http://pets.webmd.com/cats/ringworm-in-cats#1

Ringworm in Cats

WebMd discusses general symptoms of ringworms in cats, what to do if a cat becomes infected, and how to prevent ringworm from spreading.

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Great River Rescue4 days ago

Mark your calendars- this year's Fall Harvest Dinner will be Saturday, October 14 at the Bemidji Eagles Club. Dinner will be served from 5 to 7 pm, followed by a program and games, and then the music of the The Acoust Hicks from 8 pm to midnight!

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Marley

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Thank you Deerwood Bank for the funny meme and the supplies. We really appreciate it!

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We took this picture of Lola today. What do you think she is trying to say? Add your comments!

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The newest Mod Squad dog is Marley, an eight old male yellow Lab, who entered the program a few short weeks ago. He is very friendly and calm; relaxed and focused during training session. He very smart and knows his commands very well. He is both toy and treat-driven and loves touching. He loves wearing a harness on long walks. He is a joy and very well-liked by the squad volunteers.

For more information on Marley or our other adoptable dogs, contact Great River Rescue at 751-7910 Tuesday-Saturdays from 12:30-5:30 pm or come in person and meet this lovable canine.

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Got extra towels and rags? We can use them! Please drop them off at Great River Rescue. Thank you!

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Great River Rescue1 week ago

We received $413 from Erbert & Gerbert's Bemidji for their July fundraiser. Thank you for supporting GRR!

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Happy Tail Tuesday - Here is Ueli's(Thor's) story:

Ueli (Thor) has been such an amazing partner in this adventure called life. I just wanted to share his accomplishments and our plans for his future:

Ueli spends every day among several doggy friends at the Canine Country School (CCS) where I am doing my animal training apprenticeship. The CCS is a training/boarding facility for dogs, which means Ueli meets new dogs almost every day. He loves playing with his friends during hikes, river runs, and just lazy afternoons in the yard.

He's also met bunnies, horses, alpaca, and cats since his adoption and wants to play with every species he comes across.

Outside of his 4-legged pals, Ueli has yet to meet a human that he isn't immediately friends with. In fact, he does so well with people that he has received his Canine Good Citizen Certificate and is currently in the middle of Therapy Dog training. He's a huge hit at the local nursing home.

Ueli is also being trained as a service dog for my chronic back pain. He's learning to retrieve items for me, help me to sit or stand, and brace when I am in need of stability. He's basically an all-star!

For his free-time away from CCS, Ueli enjoys car rides, camping trips, and long hikes in the Colorado Rockies. I can not imagine what this move would have been like without him and feel truly blessed to have ended up with such an amazing fur-ever friend.

Thank you to everyone at Great River Rescue for all that you do! We miss you!!

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Still waiting for our first new member of the month! Become a member today and you could win a $25 Visa Gift Card.

http://www.greatriverrescue.com/donate/membership/

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We never know when disaster can strike. Check out our disaster preparedness resources to protect pets and family: http://www.greatriverrescue.com/contact/resources/disaster-preparedness/

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Great River Rescue2 weeks ago

Members are the backbone of our work at GRR. Without you, we wouldn't have an organization! This month, we are seeking at least 5 new members. And anyone that joins this month will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Visa Gift Card. Please join us today!
http://www.greatriverrescue.com/donate/membership/

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Great River Rescue2 weeks ago

We are happy to report that Techno went home yesterday! Now we need to get his friends Electronic, Ambient, and Plumette into homes. They are only $9 to adopt right now!