Adoption Hours

NEW ADOPTION HOURS
Thursday & Friday   3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Volunteer Dog Walking Hours

You can make a difference in the lives of the dogs at BENCHS by walking and socializing with them.
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Fall/Winter Hours
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
*We no longer offer Sunday hours.

For first time walkers, arrive 15 minutes before each session for orientation.

We are always looking for new walkers. Spend an hour of your time (or more!) bettering your health and helping a homeless dog. Our dogs love to get their outside time, regardless of the weather conditions!

We Want YOU

Volunteer Portal

Submit the time and type of volunteer work you have completed.

Students needing volunteer hours for school must log hours to receive credit.

Upcoming Events

Give to the Max Day

November 15 - All Day

​A huge day of charitable giving to your favorite organization including some fun events to help raise money for BENCHS!
  • Stay tuned for more details on the event schedule for the day.
  • ​We hope you consider giving to BENCHS this Give to the Max Day!

Microchip Events at PetSmart

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PetSmart Mankato
Oct. 26, Nov. 30, Dec. 28
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • The cost to microchip each pet is just $35 (cash only).
  • Dogs must be brought on a leash and cats brought in a carrier. To participate, you must bring proof of your pet’s current rabies vaccination (a print copy or an  electronic copy shown on your phone).

HaveAHeart
Did you know that at many animal shelters a positive heartworm test is the last test that dog will ever have?  Ever.  
The next step for that animal is to be “put down” because a shelter is unable or unwilling to pay the high cost of treating heartworm. BENCHS believes that these young and otherwise healthy dogs deserve a second chance. You can help by making a donation to help cover the cost of treatment for one of these dogs.  ​

         507-625-6373

1250 N. River Drive Mankato, MN 56001

info@benchs.org

Business hours: Monday - Wednesday 3:30 to 6 pm & Thursday - Sunday 1 to 6 pm