Disclaimer: AWK News is an independent informational directory and is not sponsored by, affiliated with or endorsed by the organizations listed below unless specifically stated otherwise. Please contact each organization directly to verify current services, hours, intake policies, licensing and availability.
Please contact each organization before transporting or surrendering an animal. Intake policies, service areas, hours, licensing and available space can change. Wildlife rehabilitators may also be permitted to accept only certain species.
Central Dakota Humane Society — Mandan
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
2104 37th Street
Mandan, ND 58554
Phone
701-667-2020
Email
No public email
County
Morton County
Website
Central Dakota Humane Society | Mandan, North Dakota
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Stray companion animals
Injured or abused companion animals
Services Provided
Animal rescue
Shelter care
Rehabilitation
Adoption
Spay/neuter assistance
Pet food assistance
Community education
About
Central Dakota Humane Society serves Bismarck-Mandan and the surrounding central North Dakota area. The shelter rescues and rehabilitates stray, injured, abandoned or abused animals while working to place them in permanent homes. Community programs also provide spay/neuter assistance plus pet food support.
Last Verified
October 6, 2026
Homeward Animal Shelter — Fargo
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
1201 28th Avenue North
Fargo, ND 58102
Phone
701-239-0077
County
Cass County
Website
Home : Homeward Animal Shelter
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Rabbits
Gerbils
Hamsters
Ferrets
Other small companion animals
Services Provided
Animal rescue
Shelter care
Foster care
Adoption
Spay/neuter
Rehoming
Community education
About
Homeward Animal Shelter has served the Fargo area since 1966. It provides a second chance to lost, abandoned or owner-surrendered animals. Services include sheltering, foster care, adoption and responsible rehoming. Its programs include dogs, cats, rabbits and other small companion animals.
Last Verified
October 6, 2026
Souris Valley Animal Shelter — Minot
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
1935 20th Avenue SE
Minot, ND 58701
Phone
701-852-6133
Email
No public email
County
Ward County
Website
Souris Valley Animal Shelter | Minot, North Dakota
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Homeless companion animals
Pets needing temporary emergency housing
Services Provided
Animal rescue
Shelter care
Foster care
Adoption
Community veterinary services
Emergency pet housing
Rescue transfers
Pet owner assistance
About
Souris Valley Animal Shelter is a no-kill cat and dog shelter. Serving Minot and surrounding communities. It provides second chances for homeless animals while supporting pet owners through community programs. Emergency housing is available for pets affected by domestic violence or homelessness.
Last Verified
October 6, 2026
Circle of Friends Animal Shelter — Grand Forks
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
4375 North Washington Street
Grand Forks, ND 58203
Phone
701-775-3732
Email
No public general email
County
Grand Forks County
Website
Circle of Friends Pets – Animal Shelter
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Rabbits
Guinea pigs
Mice
Other small companion animals
Services Provided
Animal sheltering
Adoption
Foster care
Stray animal assistance
Small-animal placement
Working cat placement
Community education
About
Circle of Friends Animal Shelter serves the Grand Forks area with programs focused on healing, education and connecting pets with suitable homes. Its adoption program includes dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, mice and other small animals when available. The Working Cats program provides alternative placements for less-socialized cats.
Last Verified
October 6, 2026
Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue — Rolla
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
P.O. Box 896
Rolla, ND 58367
Phone
No public phone
Email
No public general email
County
Rolette County
Website
Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Stray companion animals
Abandoned companion animals
Services Provided
Animal rescue
Foster care
Rehoming
Adoption
Veterinary care
Vaccinations
Animal transportation
Community outreach
About
Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue is a primarily volunteer-based rescue serving Rolla and a large rural area of northern North Dakota. It rescues stray animals, rehomes pets in need and works with surrounding communities to reduce animal overpopulation. The organization serves an area covering roughly 2,000 square miles.
Last Verified
October 6, 2026
Dakota Zoo Raptor Rehabilitation — Bismarck
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
602 Riverside Park Road
Bismarck, ND 58504
Phone
701-223-7543
Email
No public rehabilitation email
County
Burleigh County
Website
Dakota Zoo – Raptor Rehabilitation
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Bald eagles
Golden eagles
Hawks
Owls
Falcons
Other injured raptors
Services Provided
Raptor rehabilitation
Veterinary assessment
Medical treatment
X-rays
Injury rehabilitation
Recovery care
Wildlife release
Conservation education
About
Dakota Zoo has operated a raptor rehabilitation program for more than 40 years, specializing in birds of prey with particular experience caring for eagles. Injured raptors receive assessment, veterinary treatment and recovery care in off-exhibit areas. Birds capable of surviving independently are returned to the wild.
Last Verified
October 6, 2026
Center for Avian Adoption, Rescue, and Education (CAARE) — West Fargo
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
2202 Second Avenue East, Unit D
West Fargo, ND 58078
Phone
701-293-3833
Email
admin@caare.net
County
Cass County
Website
Welcome
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Parrots
Macaws
Cockatoos
Conures
African greys
Amazon parrots
Parakeets
Other companion parrots
Services Provided
Companion bird rescue
Sheltering
Rehoming
Adoption
Owner surrender assistance
Parrot education
Boarding
Grooming
About
CAARE is an all-volunteer organization devoted to companion parrots. Its West Fargo facility provides temporary housing for displaced birds while suitable permanent homes are located. The organization also promotes responsible parrot ownership through education about health, husbandry, enrichment and long-term care.
Last Verified
October 6, 2026
Kitty City — Mandan
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
4747 22nd Avenue
Mandan, ND 58554
By appointment only
Phone
701-220-4449
Email
hhhmhr@mac.com
County
Morton County
Website
Kitty City | Cat Rescue | North Dakota
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Cats
Kittens
Stray cats
Abandoned cats
Cats needing rehabilitation
Cats needing long-term sanctuary care
Services Provided
Cat rescue
Shelter care
Adoption
Rehoming
Medical care
Rehabilitation
Long-term sanctuary care
Community education
About
Kitty City is a cat rescue and sanctuary in Mandan operated in connection with Triple H Miniature Horse Rescue. The organization provides a safe environment for cats needing shelter, rehabilitation or long-term care. Adoptable cats are placed in suitable homes. Cats requiring continued support can remain at the sanctuary.
Last Verified
October 6, 2026
ARRR Rescue and Retirement Ranch — Williston
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
5292 129th Avenue NW
Williston, ND 58801
Phone
701-859-5813
Email
No public email
County
Williams County
Website
(3) Facebook
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Farm animals
Livestock
Horses
Pigs
Cats
Neglected animals
Abandoned animals
Services Provided
Farm-animal rescue
Permanent sanctuary
Retirement care
Rehabilitation
Companion animal placement
Humane education
Long-term animal care
About
ARRR Rescue and Retirement Ranch provides sanctuary for animals affected by neglect, abuse, abandonment or circumstances that leave them without suitable care. Its work places particular emphasis on farm animals needing a safe long-term home. Some animals remain at the ranch permanently when adoption or rehoming is not appropriate.
Last Verified
October 6, 2026
James River Humane Society — Jamestown
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
8700 37th Street SE
Jamestown, ND 58401
Phone
701-252-0747
Email
jrhs.supervisors@gmail.com
County
Stutsman County
Website
Cat Adoption Form | Jamestown, ND | James River Humane Society
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Homeless companion animals
Abandoned companion animals
Animals needing protection
Services Provided
Animal sheltering
Adoption
Humane care
Medical care
Protection for homeless animals
Rehoming
Long-term shelter care
About
James River Humane Society has served the Jamestown area since 1985. The no-kill shelter provides humane care for homeless cats and dogs, including animals needing protection from abandonment or mistreatment. Animals receive shelter and necessary care while suitable permanent homes are sought.
Last Verified
October 6, 2026