We never know what the future holds, and we can’t always plan for life’s uncertainties. Our goal is to keep pets with the people who love them, and our Temporary Pet Housing and Housing Eligibility Veterinary Assistance (HEVA) programs provides much-needed relief for those who need our support.
Temporary Pet Housing
For those in short-term crisis situations in the Twin Cities metro, Animal Humane Society can provide 60 days of temporary pet housing through our foster program.
Temporary pet housing helps individuals experiencing extended hospital stays, a sudden change in their living situation, family emergencies, and more by working directly with case workers in the Twin Cities.
Housing Eligibility Veterinary Assistance (HEVA)
HEVA provides vaccinations and sterilization for pets in order to help clients access or maintain housing according to landlord or organization requirements. With a referral from one of our partner agencies below, AHS can work with you to determine what vet services our outreach team can cover.
Experiencing a short-term or housing crisis?
If you currently live in Anoka, Hennepin, Ramsey, Washington, or Dakota counties and are facing a situation that requires temporary care or veterinary assistance for your pet, Animal Humane Society is here to support you.
We accept referrals from the local partners listed below if you have an existing relationship or are currently using their services.
If you do not have an existing relationship or a caseworker at one of these agencies, first contact these agencies directly to utilize their services. If it's determined you qualify for their services, they may be able to provide you with a referral for temporary pet housing or HEVA at AHS.
AHS partners:
- Agate Housing & Services
- Alexandra House
- Cornerstone
- Dakota County
- Elite Recovery
- Hennepin County
- Methodist Hospital
- Minneapolis VA
- Natalis Outcomes
- Nuway Alliance
- Nystrom & Associates
- People Incorporated
- Recovering Hope
- Regions Hospital
- St. Andrew's Community Resource Center
- StreetWorks
- Washington County
If you're unsure whether the Temporary Pet Housing program will meet your needs, or require additional resources, contact us to discuss your options.
Interested in becoming a partner for AHS?
If you’re an organization interested in helping us make a difference in the lives of pets and their people, please fill out our contact form and Community Outreach will be in touch as soon as possible.
