Fargo Pound

06/20/2025

Hey neighbors! As much as we love celebrating Independence Day, it’s also one of the busiest times of year for lost animals. Fireworks, loud parties, and open doors can spook even the calmest pets—leading many to run off and end up here at the pound. 💔

Check out the image below for our Pet Parent’s Guide to a Safe 4th of July—with quick tips to help your furry family members stay calm, safe, and home where they belong.

Here are a few quick tips:
✅ Keep pets indoors and secure before the fireworks start
✅ Update ID tags and microchip info
✅ Use calming aids if needed (talk to your vet early!)
✅ Never leave pets unattended outdoors, even in a fenced yard

While fireworks are a well-known concern for pet owners, you also should learn to recognize other potential hazards that can affect your furry friend during the July Fourth festivities. You can learn more here: https://www.aaha.org/resources/stars-stripes-and-safety-july-fourth-pet-safety-tips/

Let’s make this 4th of July safe and quiet for our four-legged friends. Help keep tails wagging—and out of the pound. 🐶🐱

06/18/2025

🐾 Why Are There Fees to Pick Up Your Pet? 🐾

We know it’s stressful when a pet goes missing—and we’re here to help. If your pet ends up at the city pound, there is a fee to reclaim them, and here’s why:
💉 Vaccinations & medical checks
🍽️ Daily food, water, and clean bedding
🧼 Cleaning and care by dedicated kennel staff
📋 Administrative work to document and protect your pet

These costs help cover the basic care your pet receives while in our custody. We don’t profit from fees—they simply allow us to continue providing safe, humane shelter to lost animals in our community.

If you need help covering costs, talk to us—we’re here to work with you.
🤝 Impound fees can be a heartbreaking barrier for low-income families—consider donating to help a neighbor bring their beloved pet home and prevent another animal from entering our already overcrowded shelters.

06/18/2025

If you are looking to get your pet microchipped, Homeward Animal Shelter is having a Microchip clinic next week at Natural Pet Center.

Send a message to learn more

06/17/2025

Anyone recognize this beautiful lady? She was just brought in to our care today and was found near 25th St and 9th Ave S. She is not chipped. Please let us know and give us a call at 701-232-7312 if you have any information. Let's try to reunite this special girl with her owners!

06/16/2025

Vaccine Clinic dates for July are OPEN! We'd love to see you and get your pet caught up on vaccines, started on flea/tick/heartworm preventatives, and give them a few squeezes if they're into that sort of thing ; ). Please give us a call at 701-356-0523 OR go online to minnkotapaaws.org/appointments (choose the "Vaccine Clinic" appointment type) to schedule.

We look forward to seeing you all! : )

06/16/2025

🐶🐱 Do you recognize any of these animals?
📞 Call us at 701-232-7312 to discuss how and when to pick up your lost pet. Share our weekly post to help spread the word.

06/12/2025

Is your furry friend due for their annual checkup?

Summer is here and busy as ever! Need to get your fury friend(s) in for their annual check up and vaccines?
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Contact us to schedule an appointment during our Wellness Visit Blitz on Saturday, June 28th from 9am-12pm!
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This special event is for pets that have no health concerns so we can accommodate as many pets in this time as possible. Healthy dogs between 2 and 8 years old and healthy cats between 2 and 10 years old are in this group. Older and younger pets often have health concerns that are found on exam and we want to make sure our doctors have enough time to address these issues. We will be happy to schedule pets in this group during regular week-day appointments so we can address these health concerns during a longer, more appropriate appointment time.

06/12/2025

🐾 What Happens When a Pet is Impounded? 🐾
When a lost pet comes into our city pound, we begin a legal hold of 3 business days—a time mandated by City of Fargo ordinance to give owners the chance to reclaim their animals.

During this hold:
🔍 We scan for microchips and check ID tags
📞 We contact any listed owners or vet clinics
📸 We post photos and descriptions to local lost & found pages
📋 We log the pet’s info into our system and monitor for any incoming lost reports

We’re committed to doing everything we can to reunite pets with their families!

If no owner comes forward after the legal hold, we partner with trusted local rescue organizations to give these animals a second chance. These rescues provide medical care, love, and help each pet find a new forever home. By working together, we can reduce stray populations and ensure every animal gets the care and future they deserve.

💡 Pro tip: Keep your pet’s microchip info up to date and always have a visible ID tag on their collar!

06/10/2025

06/10/2025

🐾 Hey neighbors! Just a quick reminder — there are lots of ways to stay connected with us at Fargo Pound!

Follow us here for the latest updates, check our daily posts for lost & found pets, and don’t forget to share our posts to help reunite furry friends with their families. ❤️

Found or lost a pet? Give us a call, send a message, or drop by — we’re here to help!

Let’s work together to get every tail wagging back where it belongs! 🐶🐱

06/09/2025

Edit: Updated with new friends that have joined us at the pound.
Our kennels filled up fast, and we’re hoping some of these sweet faces have families looking for them. Check out the photos and let us know if you recognize any of them. Every share helps get them home!

06/06/2025

Who says donuts are just for humans? Today, our adorable friends are getting in on the fun with their own paw-some "donuts"—safe, pet-friendly treats and toys shaped like everyone's favorite sweet snack!

They may just be passing through, but that doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy a little sweetness along the way. 🧡