Blue Earth Nicollet County Humane Society

Why adopt?
I looked at all the caged animals in the shelter...the cast-offs of human society. I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness, and betrayal. And I was angry. "God," I said, "this is terrible! Why don't you do something?" God was silent for a moment, and then spoke softly, "I have done something," was the reply. "I created you."
- Author Unknown

Every day 10,000 humans are born in the United States, while 70,000 puppies and kittens are born. As long as this situation exists, there will never be enough homes for all the animals.

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It is a privilege to have a companion animal and one should not obtain a pet impulsively. Before you adopt a pet, you must consider and understand these important facts:

Animals are different from humans in their responses to human actions.
The actions of animals are often unpredictable.
Having a pet will change your lifestyle.
You have a responsibility to care for a pet throughout its life expectancy. In addition to basic needs such as food, water, and housing, there is health care. Pets must be examined by a veterinarian on a regular basis and receive certain vaccinations, tests, and possibly medications. Are you prepared for these costs?
All pets require daily attention and exercise.
You must provide proper training.
A pet is a lifetime commitment, and you will not abandon your pet.
If you cannot adequately care for a pet, you will find it a good home or take it to an animal shelter.

Be sure to read our Policies and Frequently Asked Questions. BENCHS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DENY ADOPTION TO ANYONE FOR ANY REASON.

CLICK HERE FOR A PRE-ADOPTION APPLICATION.

Adoption Fees

CATS DOGS

Kittens (10 weeks to 6 months)

$125

Puppies

$250 & up

Adults (over 6 months)

$100

Adults (over 6 months)

$175 & up

Seniors (over 8 years)

$80

Seniors (over 8 years)

$100 & up

Special Medical Needs

$80

Special Medical Needs

$100 & up

Specialty Breeds

$175

Small Breeds or specialty dogs

(Dependng on breed and age)

$250 & up

CATS		DOGS
Kittens (10 weeks to 6 months)	$125	Puppies	$250 & up
Adults (over 6 months)	$100	Adults (over 6 months)	$175 & up
Seniors (over 8 years)	$80	Seniors (over 8 years)	$100 & up
Special Medical Needs	$80	Special Medical Needs	$100 & up
Specialty Breeds	$175	Small Breeds or specialty dogs (Dependng on breed and age)	$250 & up

Adoption fee includes:

Spay/Neuter
Distemper vaccination
Feline leukemia or canine heartworm test

E-mail BENCHS at: rrps@hickorytech.net