Mower County Humane Society

Our Mission

The Mower County Humane Society is dedicated to providing compassionate care and shelter to homeless dogs and cats from Mower County until they can be placed in responsible forever homes. We strive to reduce pet homelessness by actively promoting, facilitating, and sponsoring spay and neuter activities within our community.

Our History and Community

Founded in 1950 and based in Austin, Minnesota, we are a fully independent, all-volunteer, non-profit, no-kill shelter. Our organization relies on the support of our community to continue the important work of advocating for our animal companions.

Our Care Model

We believe in creating a safe, comfortable environment for the animals in our care while they wait for their new families. Our facility, located in Austin, features dedicated spaces including a cat wall, colony rooms, a cozy 'catio,' and specialized dog runs. Every animal at our shelter receives vaccinations and spay or neuter services prior to adoption.

Your Partner in Adoption

We view adoption as the start of a joyful, lifelong partnership, which is why our staff works hard to get to know each animal’s unique personality. Whether you are looking for a high-energy hiking buddy or a calm companion, we help you find the perfect match for your family's lifestyle. We believe that choosing to adopt gives a deserving animal a second chance at the love and stability they deserve.

Connect With Us

We are currently scheduling appointments for all adoptions to ensure a personal and focused experience for you and your future pet. Please visit our website to download our adoption application forms and browse the photos and biographies of our available animals. We invite you to join our mission, meet your new best friend, and make a meaningful difference today.

Trust Assessment
SilverRated Sep 21, 2026
NonprofitVerifiedPhysical FacilityOperating 20+ years
Finances
Online Review Highlights
  • Dedicated and caring staff
  • Thorough adoption process
  • Inflexible adoption policies
Coverage We Reviewed
Austin Daily Herald
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Recent Videos

10/8 - October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month! 🐶🐾❤️ Big dogs, little dogs, fluffy dogs, goofy dogs, couch potatoes and adventure buddies - we've got dogs of all shapes, sizes and personalities just waiting to find their people! 🏡💕 Could one of them be your new best friend? There's only one way to find out! Come meet our adoptable pups and see who steals your heart! 🥰 Stop by and see us! - Today & Tomorrow: 12 to 5 PM - Saturday & Sunday: 12 to 3 PM Your new best friend might be waiting! ❤️

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10/7 - Look at all these happy faces! 🐾❤️ Thank you to everyone who volunteered, fostered or simply shared a post to help make these happy endings possible! September was a busy month with 50 new animals coming into our care, 23 adoptions and 1 pet reunited with their family. We currently have 53 dogs and 72 cats in our care between the shelter and foster homes. 30 dogs and 21 cats are available for adoption and would love to meet you today! 🐾 Wednesday–Friday: 12–5 🐾 Saturday–Sunday: 12–3 The next happy ending could begin with you!

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10/4 - 🐾🍁Our hearts are full after an amazing Forest Festival weekend! Happy endings were plentiful as so many of our animals found their forever homes, generous donations came in to help the animals in our care, and our wonderful volunteers gave their time all weekend to make everything happen. 🏡🐶🐱 From visiting the adoptable pets all across town to shopping our merch, parking with us, dropping a few dollars in a donation bucket or simply stopping by to say hello, you showed up for RCHS in so many ways. ❤️ To everyone who adopted, donated, volunteered, visited, shared our posts or cheered us on - THANK YOU! We’re ending Forest Festival weekend very grateful and with some seriously full hearts - especially knowing that for so many of our animals, this weekend was the start of their happily-ever-after. 🍁🐾❤️

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10/3 - 🐱Fancy Paws is the place to be for some kitty cuddles today! Stop by and meet these adorable cats who are ready to make some new friends and maybe even meet their forever family! They can’t wait to see you. 🐾❤️ And while you’re there, be sure to check out everything Fancy Paws, LLC has to offer! From unique toys to delectable treats for both cats AND dogs, there’s plenty to spoil your four-legged family members at home, too. Fancy Paws will be open until 5 pm today, so make them one of your Forest Festival stops! 🍁🐱🐾

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9/29 - 🍂 Cooler temps, cozy nights and leaves that will soon be showing off their fall colors… fall is here! 🍁 And you know what makes the season even better? Having a four-legged best friend to enjoy it with. ❤️ The adoptable pets at RCHS are waiting for someone to choose them - for crisp morning walks, weekend adventures, rides to see the fall colors and cozy evenings curled up at home. 🏡 RCHS will be open from Wednesday to Sunday this week - stop by and meet some furry friends who are ready for leaf piles, cozy couches and a forever sidekick to enjoy it all with!

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Visit Us At

101 22nd St SE, Austin, MN 55912

507-437-9262
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