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Animal Rescue Resources, Stories & Pet Care Tips
Helpful adoption resources, foster guidance, pet care education, rescue stories, and updates from Midwest Animal Rescue & Services in Minnesota.
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Come Meet Us: How MARS Adoption Events Work
Cats, dogs, and community. Here is how MARS adoption events work — and how to make the most of them.
Jun 194 min read


Happy Father's Day to Every Dad Who Said "We're Not Keeping It"
Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there. And a special shout-out to the ones who swore they weren't keeping it. You know who you are. The dad who said the foster dog was "temporary." The one who now has a nickname for the cat. The one who gets up early on Saturday to take the dog to the park even when no one asked him to. The one who said "absolutely not" and then spent the night on the floor next to a scared rescue puppy. We see you. And we think you're kind of the best
Jun 183 min read


Operation: Year 20 & Beyond — Help MARS Build What Comes Next
As MARS approaches 20 years of rescue, we’re looking ahead. Operation: Year 20 & Beyond is our campaign to raise $200,000 to strengthen veterinary care, training, rescue partnerships, and the services that help pets and people stay together. Because of you, MARS is still here. Now, help us build what comes next.
Jun 124 min read


Four MARS Dogs, One Beautiful Rescue Adoption Story
Rabbit, Candy, Tovah, and Walter all came to MARS at different times, but together they became one beautiful story of senior adoption, healing, confidence, and the life-changing love of rescue dogs.
May 154 min read


Barks & Bikes Recap: $744 Raised for MARS Pets
Thank you to Simply Ride and everyone who joined us for Barks & Bikes! Together, this event raised $744 to support rescue pets through care like vaccines, microchips, sterilization, and more.
May 142 min read


Before You Adopt: How to Prepare for Bringing a New Pet Home
Thinking about adopting? A little preparation can make the transition smoother for both you and your new pet. Here are simple ways to get ready before bringing them home.
May 143 min read


5 Easy Enrichment Ideas for Dogs Using Things You Already Have
Try these easy dog enrichment ideas using household items to support mental stimulation, confidence building, and healthy daily activity.
May 142 min read


Welcome to the MARS Blog
Helpful resources, rescue stories, community updates, and a little more room to share what happens behind the scenes at MARS.
May 132 min read
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