Animal Rescue Resources
Rehoming a Pet: We often receive inquiries from people looking for assistance in finding a new home for a cat or other pet.
Lost Pets and Found Pets: Any vet can check for a microchip free of charge. Some are open evenings, and some on Saturday and Sunday (Banfield Pet Hospital). There are also several local Facebook groups dedicated to returning lost pet to their owners: Pets of Prior Lake & Savage, Scott County Minnesota Lost/Found Cats.
Wildlife: We have created a safe space dedicated to rehabilitating orphaned and injured wildlife, so they can be released back into the wild.
Affordable Resources: MNSNAP has compiled a fantastic list of affordable resources and links. Not yet on their list is Furball Farm’s new program in Faribault.
Windmill Feed & Pet Supply: Our unique pet and feed store is located just south of the Twin Cities in Elko New Market, MN. Farm feed, plus domestic pet food and supplies are available. Many of Windmill Animal Rescue’s pets are housed in the shop. We welcome visitors who are interested in adopting.
Adoption Events: Windmill Animal Rescue doesn't take their animals to adoption events, but many organizations do. Pet Supplies Plus, Petco and PetSmart welcome various shelters to hold adoption events.
Holding Period for Impounded or Stray Animals
Source: Minnesota Legislature
A. With the exception of items B and C, an impounded or stray animal must be held for redemption by the owner for at least five regular business days or for a longer time specified by statute or municipal ordinance.
B. Upon a proper determination by a licensed veterinarian, an impounded or stray animal may be immediately euthanized if the animal is physically suffering and is beyond cure through reasonable care and treatment.
C. An impounded or stray animal that has bitten a human may be euthanized and tested for rabies before the required five-day holding period if requested by the Department of Health.