Blue Earth Nicollet County Humane Society
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Adoption

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, we have needed to change our adoption process. 
​Please look at that information below before contacting us about adopting a dog or cat. 

Meet and Greet Adoption Process

Adoptions will only take place during an appointment. 
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  1. Check out our adoptable animals.    Website: Dogs    Cats    PetFinder:  Dogs     Cats    
  2. If you haven't completed a Pre-Adoption Application, you will need to do that. If you are approved to adopt, you will receive an email with the link to set up an appointment.      Dogs      Cats 
  3. If you already have been approved to adopt, email to get the link to set up an appointment. If you are not sure if you have approval, email to ask.      dogs@benchs.org     cats@benchs.org 
  4. Set up your own appointment. 
  5. PLEASE NOTE: We now only accept credit/debit card payment for adoptions in the shelter and at PetSmart.


COVID-19 Information:
  • Appointments may be cancelled or rescheduled in response to pandemic surges and staff availability. 
  • No limits on the number of individuals at appointments.
  • Time limits will be strictly followed. Cats: 30 minutes  Dogs: 60 minutes
  • Wearing masks are encouraged, but not required. 
  • You will be asked to wash your hands upon entering the building. 
  • Social distancing will be practiced. 
  • Cancel or reschedule your appointment if you have been exposed or are exhibiting any signs of illness.
Questions about the process, email     manager@benchs.org
Questions about the animals, email     dogs@benchs.org     cats@benchs.org 

Adopt a Dog

Here you will find information about the available dogs and puppies we have available for adoption. Please be patient with us, puppy demands far exceed puppy supply.  We will post them as soon as they are available. 
Adopt A Dog
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Adopt a Cat

Here you will find information about the available cats and kittens. Please be patient with us, at times, kitten demands far exceed kitten supply.  We will post them as soon as they are available. 
Adopt a Cat
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Contact Us

1250 North River Drive
Mankato, MN 56001
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​Answering Service: 507.625.6373

Hours

We are currently making appointments for adoptions, surrenders, and strays. Please see details on our COVID-19 Updates. Here is a link to that page - click here. 
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