Find Your New
Best Friend in Minnesota
Give love,
find friendship,
and change a life forever – theirs and yours.
We are 100% Volunteer Operated and Foster-Based
The Rescue Crew is a 100% volunteer-operated, foster-based animal rescue in Minnesota, dedicated to saving dogs and cats at risk in local shelters and on tribal lands. We work tirelessly to prevent unnecessary euthanasia and help pets of all ages and conditions find safe, loving homes.
Every life matters — and every second chance is made possible by people like you.
How Our Rescue Works
01 | We Rescue
Dogs and cats in urgent need are brought into our care from local shelters, where space and resources are limited, as well as from tribal lands—giving them a second chance.
02 | We Foster
Each pet is cared for in a loving foster home until they’re healthy and ready for adoption.
03 | We Connect
We work thoughtfully to help each foster pet find a loving home that’s the right fit, offering guidance and support along the way.
Behind every rescue is a real family, a real foster, and a real second chance.
What Our Community Says
“Our adoption experience was wonderful. The coordinator responded to us even on a Sunday, and the foster mom reached out to us right away. We are thrilled to welcome this sweet kitten into our family. Thank you to the entire team for making the process so easy and clear.”
— Natalia, a recent cat adopter
“I recently adopted a puppy from the Rescue Crew and the entire process was fantastic. The foster parent and crew coordinator were amazing to work with and extremely helpful during the entire process. If you’re looking to adopt a rescue animal of any kind I would absolutely recommend the Rescue Crew!”
— Derek, a recent dog adopter
How You Can Help
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Adopt
Give love, offer hope, and save a life. Explore our adoptable dogs and cats in Minnesota and find your perfect furry companion today.
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Foster
Fostering is love in action — learn how to become a foster and help pets start their journey to a forever home.
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Volunteer
Volunteers are the heart of our mission. By giving your skills, passion, and energy, you help write the next chapter for pets who need a brighter future.
🐾 Looking for a Home Today
🐾 Looking for a Home Today
Meet a few of the amazing dogs and cats currently waiting for their forever homes.
Click on each animal below to learn more about their journeys and how you can become part of their story.
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Suzy
Adoption fee waived
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![A sweet black and white cat]()
Mittens
Adoption fee waived
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Turnip
Needs a foster or foster-to-adopt placement
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Reese
Adoption fee waived
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Sneakers
Long time resident / adoption fee waived
Monthly giving keeps rescue going every single day — for pets who need us most.
Give animals the steady support they need to heal, to hope, and to find loving homes.
Life Preservers are our monthly donors — the reliable lifeline that gives animals safety, care, and a path home every single day.
Join Us at an Upcoming Event
Every gathering, fundraiser, and community moment helps save lives. Join us for adoption days, celebrations, and special events that support dogs and cats in need. Your participation fuels rescue, care, and second chances.
More events coming soon—stay tuned!
Serving pets and people across Minnesota — especially the Twin Cities and surrounding communities.