Animal Ark

ANIMAL ARK

Minnesota's Largest No-Kill Shelter Since 1977

Why Support Animal Ark?

Supporting Animal Ark means standing with a No-Kill movement that redefines what animal rescue can be: one life, one story, and one happy ending at a time.

Your compassion fuels our commitment to never give up on an animal, no matter how long it takes.  From critical medical care to love-filled homes, every act of support helps us prove that every life has value.

Together, we're not just saving lives, we're shaping a future where No-Kill isn't the exception, but the standard.

Fundraising Goal

Our goal is focused on a $70,000 Emergency Medical Fund

This Give to the Max Day, Animal Ark urgently needs to raise $70,000 to replenish our Emergency Medical Fund. We've seen a sharp rise in animals surrendered due to costly medical conditions.  Families who love their pets are facing impossible choices, unable to afford treatments for diabetes, tumors, injuries, heart disease, or chronic pain.  

Homelessness and domestic abuse are on the rise, people living in cars or temporary shelters are at our doors, desperate for a safe place and medical help for their cats & dogs who are their only source of comfort.

We never want to say no to an animal in need, but to keep saying "yes", we urgently need your help.

Our Mission is Simple:

Rescue. Rehabilitate. Rehome.

     

Our Message is Simple:  

All Animals Deserve a Loving Home

What Does That Mean When Put Into Practice?

• We take in animals based on need, not quick turnover.
• We make a lifetime commitment to all our animals.
• We believe every animal, including those deemed unadoptable, deserves a real chance at life.
• We provide everything to give our animals a chance at life - Time, Medical care, Food, Training & Love.
• We never give in to financial pressures, and we never consider transferring complex cases to other organizations.
• We only consider euthanizing when incurable suffering is involved.
• We never give up. Never!  

In many cases, the animals present to us with medical and behavioral issues have endured unimaginable abuse, neglect, and abandonment.

Their issues have been caused by owners who couldn't or wouldn't give them a safe, caring, and loving home.

We believe that as a community and a society, we share the responsibility to alleviate their suffering by creating an environment that allows the animal to heal and learn to trust again.

We believe animals are not disposable and not a commodity. Yes, it takes a lot! A lot of passion, commitment, time, and resources. 

Each animal deserves this!

June's Spirit

June is a beautiful tabby with bright green eyes and a spirit that refuses to give up. June has been a cherished resident of Animal Ark for seven years, and though she can't run or jump like other cats, she never stops inspiring everyone who meets her. June lives with bilateral hind limb paralysis, the result of an injury before she came into our care.  But where others might see limitations, we see courage. With her room, soft blankets, and a team of caregivers who adore her, June has learned to scoot, play, and purr her way through life.  She greets staff and volunteers daily with gentle meows and endless gratitude.  June reminds us that life isn't about what we can't do, but about the love and joy we can still give.

Lucky's Heartbeat of Hope  

When Lucky and his sister Nala, two beautiful American Eskimos, were surrendered, they clearly shared more than a family bond; they shared a deep love for each other. Shy but sweet, they quickly stole the hearts of everyone at the shelter.  Soon, our team noticed that something wasn't right with Lucky.  After numerous veterinary visits & emergency trips, he was diagnosed with heart disease. Thanks to our compassionate supporters, Lucky received the specialized care and medication to stabilize his condition and give him the best quality of life possible.

Today, Lucky lives comfortably in a loving foster home alongside his devoted sister Nala. The staff calls them "inseparable rays of sunshine", always snuggled close.

Accomplish Our No-Kill Mission

Our compassionate team is dedicated to our No-Kill Mission and works tirelessly to make it a reality. Every program we create aims to give animals in need a chance for a better life—regardless of their origin, health, or age. Together, we bring hope, healing, and a second chance to those who need it most.

Our Current Programs

To learn more about any of our programs, click on them below.

• Volunteer
• Foster
• Book Buddy
• Neonatal
• Stray Cat Help

Please support our No-Kill Mission & Message by Donating Today! 

We can not do this without You!

Contact Information:

Animal Ark  2600 Industrial Court, Hastings, MN 55033  

651-772-8983

www.AnimalarkMN.org