Great River Rescue

Great River Rescue Great River Rescue is a companion animal shelter and low-cost spay/neuter program in Bemidji, MN.

Great River Rescue houses adoptable dogs and cats until a suitable forever home can be found. The shelter provides quality care the animals, spays and neuters all animals, and helps educate the public on pet care. The shelter is funded by community donations, and service fees.

08/27/2025

August 27th, can’t wait to see everyone out to support the Great River Rescue!!

Sage3 year old femaleSpayedLearn more or schedule an appointment to meet this purrfect girl on our website!🐱
08/27/2025

Sage
3 year old female
Spayed
Learn more or schedule an appointment to meet this purrfect girl on our website!🐱

Rainee, Cirrus, and Cumulus were adopted today! Thank you for adding these purrfect kitties to your family🥰
08/26/2025

Rainee, Cirrus, and Cumulus were adopted today! Thank you for adding these purrfect kitties to your family🥰

08/26/2025

All six of these sweeties have been waiting far too long, and are more than ready to find room in your heart and home!🐶🐱❤️ Learn more about each of them on our website, where you can also schedule an appointment to meet them!

Meet our dog and cat of the week, Fauna🐶 and Kitty-Lou🐱!Fauna can be a bit shy of new people, but opens up very quick. S...
08/25/2025

Meet our dog and cat of the week, Fauna🐶 and Kitty-Lou🐱!

Fauna can be a bit shy of new people, but opens up very quick. She would do great in a home with another dog, and would likely do well with cats. This sweet girl is super food motivated! Fauna could use some help learning her basic commands and leash skills.

Kitty-Lou can be a very timid girl in new situations and takes a bit of time to adjust. She does great with people and loves to squeak for attention! Kitty is a little shy of other cats, but could do well after proper introductions.

Learn more or schedule an appointment to meet them on our website!

Be sure to join us at Bemidji Brewing this Wednesday, August 27th from 4-7pm for Community Pint Night!🍻Come enjoy a drin...
08/24/2025

Be sure to join us at Bemidji Brewing this Wednesday, August 27th from 4-7pm for Community Pint Night!🍻

Come enjoy a drink (or a few 😉) and meet some of our adorable furry friends, whether it’s a playful pup or sweet kittens, you’ll get some snuggles while you sip 🐶🐱 The best part? $1 from every beverage sold goes directly towards helping our shelter pets!

MAC N the Box Food Truck will also be there serving up delicious food!😋

Stop in to hang out, learn more about our mission, and see how you can make a difference. Let’s raise a glass to helping animals, we can’t wait to see you there! 💚💙

Meet Calipso!🐾Looking for a loyal adventure partner, hiking buddy, and best friend who’ll stick by your side? Calipso mi...
08/23/2025

Meet Calipso!🐾
Looking for a loyal adventure partner, hiking buddy, and best friend who’ll stick by your side? Calipso might be the perfect match! This sweet girl loves people and soaks up every bit of affection she can get. She’s also very food motivated and absolutely loves treats, which makes training and bonding with her extra fun.

Calipso would likely thrive with another dog in the home, as she’s shown interest in playtime with the other pups in our care and does especially well with Fauna, the dog she arrived with. We’ve introduced her to a cat, and she was very shy so it’s likely she would do okay. She isn’t a fan of being left alone outdoors and may try to follow you by hopping a fence, she just wants to be near her people.

Calipso is around 4 years old, weighs 55 lbs, and is scheduled to be spayed on September 6th.

Ready to meet your new best friend? Schedule an appointment on our website today! 🐶

Click on each photo for basic information. Learn more or schedule an appointment to meet them on our website!🐱
08/23/2025

Click on each photo for basic information. Learn more or schedule an appointment to meet them on our website!🐱

Stratus
8 weeks old
Male

Happy day!!! Pip and Jay found their purrfect home today! We’re so happy for these two, thank you for adopting!❤️
08/22/2025

Happy day!!! Pip and Jay found their purrfect home today! We’re so happy for these two, thank you for adopting!❤️

We’re SO HAPPY to say Swiss Roll finally found his purrfect home!! We’re sad to see him go, but so happy for his fresh s...
08/21/2025

We’re SO HAPPY to say Swiss Roll finally found his purrfect home!! We’re sad to see him go, but so happy for his fresh start! Have a good life buddy🐱❤️

Thank you to the Bemidji Garden Club for the generous donation! We’re very grateful for your continued support, Rosie wa...
08/21/2025

Thank you to the Bemidji Garden Club for the generous donation! We’re very grateful for your continued support, Rosie wanted to show her gratitude as well by showering you in kisses!🥰 Thank you!

Tika3 year old femaleMixed breed65lbsSpayed & UTD
08/20/2025

Tika
3 year old female
Mixed breed
65lbs
Spayed & UTD

Address

Bemidji, MN

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12:30pm - 5:30pm
Wednesday 12:30pm - 5:30pm
Thursday 12:30pm - 5:30pm
Friday 12:30pm - 5:30pm
Saturday 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12187517910

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Who we are, what we do.

Great River Rescue is a companion animal shelter that saves, cares for, and finds homes for over 400 dogs and cats each year. We provide quality care the animals, spay and neuter all animals prior to adoption, and help educate the public on responsible pet care. We also offer volunteer opportunities to the public in a variety of capacities. The organization is funded by community donations and service fees. Learn more at www.greatriverrescue.com.