Our Mission:
Great River Rescue transitions dogs and cats to loving homes, serves as a community resource, and advocates for kind, responsible pet care.
Our Vision:
Great River Rescue envisions a society of responsible animal guardians in which every animal is treated with respect and care.
Our Values:
Care, compassion and empathy for animals and people.
Accountability to high standards of professional and ethical behavior.
Respect and kindness with every decision and interaction.
Shelter Hours:
Sunday – CLOSED*
Monday – CLOSED*
Tuesday – 12:30-5:30pm
Wednesday – 12:30-5:30pm
Thursday – 12:30-5:30pm
Friday – 12:30-5:30pm
Saturday – 12:30-4:30pm
*except for special events
We are located at 1612 Carr Lake Road SE in Bemidji, MN 56601
218-751-7910
We are now open by Appointment Only. Schedule an appointment to visit us below!
See our current COVID-19 Response Procedures: Click Here
See our COVID-19 Preparedness Plan: Click Here
Great River Rescue is remodeling! See our video below for more details.
Donate to our Remodel Campaign – Click Here
Current Photos of our Shelter:
Contact Us:
Director: director@greatriverrescue.com
General Information: info@greatriverrescue.com
Adoption Information: adoptions@greatriverrescue.com
Intake Questions & Kennel Coordinator: intake@greatriverrescue.com
Happy Tails (submit your adoption stories): happytails@greatriverrescue.com
MOD Squad Volunteer Questions: modsquad@greatriverrescue.com
Foster Care Coordinator: fostercare@greatriverrescue.com
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