Animal Humane Society

Animal Humane Society (AHS) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new board members, Maha Abouelenein and Sheryl Caspers-Prince. “We are pleased to welcome Maha and Sheryl to Animal Humane Society. They bring a wealth of experience and new perspectives to the AHS Board of Directors,” says Paul Sorenson, Interim Chief Advancement Officer. “They are joining a strong team of community leaders dedicated to engaging the hearts, hands and minds of the community to help animals.” ahs.mn/42gW2di

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Animal Humane Society Veterinarian Dr. Kate Farmer tells us what to look out for in our furry friends when it comes to deciding how cold is too cold for your pet. Learn warning signs that your pet is too cold and what to do if you see an animal in the cold: ahs.mn/3tTHWzI

Thanks to your ongoing support, 10,976 animals found placement through Animal Humane Society in 2024. Congratulations to Pumpkin, Mose, Jamie, and all the other animals!

Animal Humane Society’s President and CEO Janelle Dixon is retiring today after 33 years with the organization. Janelle reflects with Minnesota Women's Press on her decades working with shelter animals. Janelle shares: "Nine out of ten animals that come into our shelters find loving homes. Organizations like Animal Humane Society worked to shift perceptions of shelter animals and help people better understand the complexity of managing companion animal populations. Over time, incremental progress led to monumental changes." ahs.mn/4fQxESZ Minnesota Women's Press

Animal Humane Society’s President and CEO Janelle Dixon is retiring today after 33 years with the organization. To our donors and animal-loving community, Janelle shares: “Words cannot capture how grateful I am to share this community with you. When I look back on my time at AHS, your steadfast and remarkable support is among the things that shines the brightest. We’ve had many monumental wins over the years, from facilitating a merger with other animal welfare organizations to expanding our services for high-needs animals. We’ve overcome challenges, including adapting to a pandemic and responding to a wide variety of humane investigations. Through it all, you’ve been there. You’ve supported low-cost services for pet parents in need, made it possible for more animals to find second chances, and helped keep families whole.” Thank you, Janelle, for making the world a better place for animals and the people who love them for years to come.

Meet Adoption Services Specialist Julie Logan Julie is an experienced and heartfelt adoptions specialist who puts the needs of the animals first. She also looks for ways to better the adoption experience for both people and pets. She is always coming up with innovative ideas for challenges. She is very supportive of her teammates and especially new employees who are looking for reassurance and guidance. That’s why she’s this month’s employee spotlight. We're excited to share that after we recorded this video, Julie has started training as a vet tech in our Rachael Ray Foundation Career Program! If you’d like to join Julie at AHS visit: ahs.mn/3ZDZ3Bn

Guina pigs can make a wonderful addition to your home, but should you get one — or any animal — as a gift? Meet some of our adoptable guinea pigs and essential questions to consider before giving a pet as a gift: ahs.mn/3ZTTNuw WCCO | CBS News Minnesota

On Friday, December 6, Animal Humane Society's Humane Investigations team assisted the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office in what it anticipated would be the rescue of more than 250 animals from a rural property near Hines, MN. Instead, the team returned to our Golden Valley location with 35 dogs and 29 cats. ahs.mn/3ZxAXIp KARE 11

64 animals seized in Beltrami County cruelty case On Friday, December 6, Animal Humane Society's Humane Investigations team assisted the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office in what it anticipated would be the rescue of more than 250 animals from a rural property near Hines, MN. Instead, the team returned to our Golden Valley location with 35 dogs and 29 cats. Learn more at https://ahs.mn/4gaMowW