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Grant County Humane Society

Animal shelter in Elbow Lake, MN

Grant County Humane Society was founded on April 13, 1998 by a group of caring individuals who saw the need to provide a safe place for homeless and lost animals to reside until new homes were found or their owners reclaimed them. For the first 9 years, animals were placed in various foster homes until adopted or reclaimed.

​In 2007, a large monetary donation from Joan Fjoslien, along with several business and individual contributions, helped GCHS reach their goal for a building fund and allowed for the purchase of a building on the east side of Elbow Lake where animals could be housed. Joan and her husband, Dave, lived and farmed south of Brandon from 1996 until Dave’s death in 2004. Both had a lifelong love of animals, especially dogs. In Joan’s words, “Dogs were special to us, and it gives me a good feeling to know that they will be well cared for in the new Grant County Humane Society building.” GCHS is forever grateful to Joan Fjoslien for her generous contribution.

GCHS is a tax-deductible 501(c)(3) non-profit organization funded entirely by memberships, donations, grants, fundraisers, and adoption fees. We are a no-kill animal shelter.

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1015 Highway 79 E
Elbow Lake, MN 56531
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1015 Highway 79 E

Elbow Lake, MN 56531

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Adoptable pets at Grant County Humane Society

We'll also keep you updated on Winnie's adoption status with email updates.
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Winnie

Labrador Retriever/German Shorthaired Pointer

Female, 4 yrs
Elbow Lake, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Crash's adoption status with email updates.
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Crash

Basset Hound

Female, 9 yrs
Elbow Lake, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Moe's adoption status with email updates.
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Moe

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Elbow Lake, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Minie's adoption status with email updates.
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Minie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Elbow Lake, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Meanie's adoption status with email updates.
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Meanie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Elbow Lake, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Eenie's adoption status with email updates.
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Eenie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Elbow Lake, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Bella's adoption status with email updates.
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Bella

Siamese

Female, 11 yrs 6 mos
Elbow Lake, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Tigger's adoption status with email updates.
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Tigger

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Elbow Lake, MN

Shelter FAQs

Grant county Mn and surrounding areas if we have room to help out.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

Fill out an Adoption Application, must be approved by Grant County Humane Society
Be at least 18 years of age
Have the knowledge and consent of all adults living in your household
Provide your landlord's name and phone number (or lease) or other proof of consent to have pets on the property
Provide verification that all current dogs and cats in the home are up-to-date on vaccinations

Adoption application

https://www.gchumsoc.org/adoption-application.html

Pets at shelters & rescues near Grant County Humane Society

Ellie's Legacy Pet Rescue

Alexandria, MN 56308

Lakes Area Humane Society

3811 Nevada Street SW,
Alexandria, MN 56308

Fergus Falls Keeshond Rescue

1110 N. Lake St.,
Fergus Falls, MN 56537

We'll also keep you updated on Gravy's adoption status with email updates.
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Gravy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Alexandria, MN
We'll also keep you updated on O Malley's adoption status with email updates.
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O Malley

Domestic Shorthair

Male
Alexandria, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Rowena's adoption status with email updates.
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Rowena

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Alexandria, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Jared's adoption status with email updates.
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Jared

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Fergus Falls, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Atlas's adoption status with email updates.
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Atlas

Newfoundland/St. Bernard

Male, 1 yr 11 mos
Glenwood, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Pinky Pie's adoption status with email updates.
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Pinky Pie

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 7 mos
Glenwood, MN

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