Northfield Pets Who Need A Home: Meet Ericka, Rory, Arnold & More

Do you want to add to your family and do something good for the world at the same time? Then you should consider adopting a pet from a local shelter or organization. Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, shelters in and around Northfield have dogs, cats and other pets ready and waiting to be adopted.

For those looking to adopt, a great place to start the search for a lovable new fur child is at Windmill Animal Rescue, where Arnold the guinea pig is waiting patiently, or another local animal shelter. If you aren’t sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed in appropriate homes.

Here at Patch, with a little help from our friends at Petfinder, we create a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. If you’re a cat person, meet Ericka, a Domestic Long Hair up for adoption. Or if dogs are more your thing, there are several great dogs available, too. Click on any listing for more information, or to start the adoption process.

Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. Please report any errors or other feedback to [email protected].

Name: Ericka
Species: Cat
Location: Prairies Edge Humane Society, 680 Professional Drive, Northfield, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Long Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: “Ericka is a sweet long haired female cat. Despite her small size, her age is estimated to be about 5…” Learn more

Name: Rory
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Windmill Animal Rescue, 350 Main Street, Elko New Market, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Abyssinian
Good With: Kids
Description: “This cute little bugger is Rory! He is an adorable calico guinea pig. He is under a year old. He…” Learn more

Name: Arnold
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Windmill Animal Rescue, 350 Main Street, Elko New Market, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Guinea Pig
Good With: Kids
Description: “This is Arnold! He is a sweet calico guinea pig. He loves to wander around and explore. He is under…” Learn more

Name: Squirrel
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: Windmill Animal Rescue, 350 Main Street, Elko New Market, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Guinea Pig
Good With: Kids
Description: “This is cute little Squirrel! He is a young little guy that is bonded with hos brother, Rory! They have…” Learn more

Name: Ringer
Species: Cat
Location: Last Hope Inc, 431 3rd Street, Farmington, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix
Description: “Hi my name is Ringer. I was brought into rescue by a very nice civilian when they found me on…” Learn more

Name: Daisy
Species: Dog
Location: Last Hope Inc, 431 3rd Street, Farmington, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Australian Shepherd Mixed Breed Mix
Good With: Kids
Description: “Hi. My name is Daisy and I am a 2 year old Australian Shepherd mix. I am an owner surrender…” Learn more

Name: Iowa
Species: Cat
Location: Last Hope Inc, 431 3rd Street, Farmington, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Tabby Domestic Short Hair Mix
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: “Hello! My name is Iowa and I am looking for an active family. I’m still very young so I like…” Learn more

Name: Figaro (bonded pair with Cora)
Species: Cat
Location: Last Hope Inc, 431 3rd Street, Farmington, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: “Hi there! My name is Figaro. I was rescued from a rough situation but I’m doing great now! I like…” Learn more

Name: Cora (bonded pair with Figaro)
Species: Cat
Location: Last Hope Inc, 431 3rd Street, Farmington, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Tabby Domestic Short Hair Mix
Good With: Cats
Description: “Hi there! I’m Cora. I’m a very playful girl and I need to be adopted with my foster brother, Figaro….” Learn more

Name: Ruger
Species: Dog
Location: Last Hope Inc, 431 3rd Street, Farmington, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Husky Border Collie Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “If you are looking for some love & excitement in your life, meet Ruger! He is a handsome, energetic, fun,…” Learn more

Name: Lydia
Species: Dog
Location: New Leash Rescue, Farmington, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, English Pointer Labrador Retriever Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “If you are interested in any of the dogs available at New Leash Rescue, you can reach out to the…” Learn more

Name: Chinook
Species: Dog
Location: New Leash Rescue, Farmington, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Husky
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “If you are interested in any of the dogs available at New Leash Rescue, you can reach out to the…” Learn more

Name: Jack
Species: Rabbit
Location: Rabbit Rescue Of Mn, Lakeville, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Dutch
Good With: Kids and cats
Description: “Hi! My name is Jack, and I am a handsome grey Dutch rabbit. I’m about four years old. My original…” Learn more

Name: Barry
Species: Dog
Location: Spots Last Stop Canine Rescue, Prior Lake, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Boxer Terrier Mix
Good With: Dogs
Description: “Hi! I’m Barry but my foster mom likes to call me Bear. I am a very energetic, smart and spunky…” Learn more

Name: Hewie
Species: Dog
Location: Spots Last Stop Canine Rescue, Prior Lake, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Boxer Mixed Breed Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “Hi – I am Hewie- I am a goofy little guy with a gigantic heart! My foster parents are working…” Learn more

Name: Whiskey
Species: Dog
Location: Spots Last Stop Canine Rescue, Prior Lake, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “Meet Whiskey- Like the song, Whiskey is “as smooth as Tennessee whiskey, as sweet as strawberry wine, and as warm…” Learn more

Name: Zenith (Adoption Pending)
Species: Cat
Location: Wee3beasties Saving The Strays, New Prague, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Zenith is a gorgeous ~10-month-old girl who is a bit shy until she knows you are trustworthy. The beauty loves…” Learn more

Name: Phoebe
Species: Dog
Location: Animal Ark, 2600 Industrial Ct., Hastings, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, German Shepherd Dog Border Collie Mix
Description: “Do you have the time and energy for an active pup like me? I’m Phoebe, a sweet and happy, female…” Learn more

Name: Eddie
Species: Cat
Location: Animal Ark, 2600 Industrial Ct., Ha
stings, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “I was lost but now I’m found! Eddie is my name and I was picked up stray by St. Paul…” Learn more

Name: Buddy
Species: Cat
Location: Animal Ark, 2600 Industrial Ct., Hastings, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: “I’m a very nice cat…that’s what my previous owner said about me and I certainly agree! Buddy is my name…” Learn more

Name: At Last
Species: Dog
Location: Emotional Rescue, Hastings, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Border Collie
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: “Good With Dogs: Yes Good With Cats: Yes Good With Kids: Yes Kennel Trained: Yes Age: Approx. 4 months Adoption…” Learn more

Name: Billy
Species: Dog
Location: Rejection Collection Boxer Rescue, Owatonna, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Male, Boxer
Description: “You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Hi everyone, name is Billy! I was living…” Learn more

Name: Cobbler
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Shepherd Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “I’m Cobbler and let me tell you a little about myself. My foster parents say that I am the PERFECT…” Learn more

Name: Dolphins
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Bluetick Coonhound Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hi, my name is Dolphins and I’m a princess. I strut around like I own the place: all 6 lbs….” Learn more

Name: Monticello
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hey! Monticello here! I am 8 weeks old and am super spunky. I am from a litter of 10. I…” Learn more

Name: Waconia
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Well hi there! My name is Waconia. I am 8 weeks old and cute as a button. I am from…” Learn more

Name: Stillwater
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hi! My name is Stillwater. I am 8 weeks old from a litter of 10! I am one of the…” Learn more

Name: Alana
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, American Staffordshire Terrier Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hey there, my name is Alana. I am a rather calm and cuddly type of dog. I would much rather…” Learn more

Name: Delano
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hi! I am Delano! I am 8 weeks old and am a super chill puppy. I am from a litter…” Learn more

Name: Andrina
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN

Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, American Staffordshire Terrier Mixed Breed Mix

Description: “Hi! Humans, I am Andrina. If i could describe myself in a few words i would say that i’m a…” Learn more

Name: Lilydale
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hello, I’m Lilydale! I am 8 weeks old and full of spunk. I am from a litter of 10. I…” Learn more

Name: McDreamy
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Mixed Breed
Description: “Hi there, I’m McDreamy! I was the first born and love to cuddle. I am the smallest of all my…” Learn more

Name: Adella
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, American Staffordshire Terrier Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hi! Humans, I am Adella, I’d describe myself as energetic, smart, and curious. I love to play with my siblings…” Learn more

Name: Eagan
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Mixed Breed
Description: “Hello, my name is Edina! I am 8 weeks old and full of life. I am from a litter of…” Learn more

Name: Wayzata
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hello, my name is Wayzata! I am 8 weeks old from a litter of 10! I love to play, explore,…” Learn more

Name: Sebastian
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, American Staffordshire Terrier Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hello! My name is Sebastian. I am kinda a trouble maker. What can i say when i see something i…” Learn more

Name: Aquata
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, American Staffordshire Terrier Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hello! My name is Aquata. I am a really cuddle type of dog. I would much rather be held and…” Learn more

Name: Fridley
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hi! I’m Fridley! I am 8 weeks old and I am from a litter of 10! I was one of…” Learn more

Name: Hopkins
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hi! I’m Hopkins! I am 8 weeks old and full of spunk. I am from a litter of 10. I…” Learn more

Name: Medina
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
Description: “Hello, I’m Medina. I am 8 weeks old and super curious. I am from a litter of 10. I love…” Learn more

Name: Arista
Species: Dog
Location: Warrior Dog Rescue, Shakopee, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, American Staffordshire Terrier Mi
xed Breed Mix
Description: “Hi! Humans, I am Arista. I am the smallest of all of my siblings. I think of myself as the…” Learn more

Name: Roxy
Species: Cat
Location: Saving Tails Animal Rescue, PO Box 2581, South Saint Paul, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Tortoiseshell Mix
Good With: Cats
Description: “Roxy’s approximate date of birth is August 8, 2020. She is vaccinated, spayed and she has tested negative for FIV/Felv….” Learn more

Name: Rowan
Species: Cat
Location: Saving Tails Animal Rescue, PO Box 2581, South Saint Paul, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: “Rowan’s approximate date of birth is August 8, 2020. He is neutered, age appropriately vaccinated, tested for FIV/Felv and he…” Learn more

Name: Randi
Species: Cat
Location: Saving Tails Animal Rescue, PO Box 2581, South Saint Paul, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Tabby
Good With: Cats
Description: “Randi’s approximate date of birth is August 8, 2020. She is vaccinated, spayed and she has tested negative for FIV/Felv….” Learn more

Name: Ruby
Species: Cat
Location: Saving Tails Animal Rescue, PO Box 2581, South Saint Paul, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: “Ruby’s approximate date of birth is August 8, 2020. She is vaccinated, spayed and she has tested negative for FIV/Felv….” Learn more

Name: Teny
Species: Dog
Location: Heading Home K9 Rescue, Minneapolis, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: “Name: Teny Breeds: Pit Bull Mix Age: Young Adult Gender: Female Minnesota, Teny is arriving and is very excited to…” Learn more

Name: Etta
Species: Dog
Location: Heading Home K9 Rescue, Minneapolis, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Boxer Pit Bull Terrier Mix
Description: “Name: Etta Breeds: Boxer/ Pit Bull Mix Age: Adult Gender: Female Etta is an approximately 7 year old bully mix…” Learn more

Name: Jada
Species: Dog
Location: Heading Home K9 Rescue, Minneapolis, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Boxer
Description: “Name: Jada Breeds: Boxer/Bulldog Mix Age: Young Adult Gender: Female Jada is a sweet, young adult. Boxer mix that was…” Learn more

Name: Rhea
Species: Dog
Location: Heading Home K9 Rescue, Minneapolis, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Shepherd
Description: “Name: Rhea Breeds: Shepherd/ Mystery Mix Age: Puppy Gender: Female Meet Rhea! Mom, Athena, who is also coming, was found…” Learn more

Name: Apollo
Species: Dog
Location: Heading Home K9 Rescue, Minneapolis, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Shepherd
Description: “Name: Apollo Breeds: Shepherd/ Mystery Mix Age: Puppy Gender: Male Meet Apollo! Mom, Athena, who is also coming, was found…” Learn more

Name: Poseidon
Species: Dog
Location: Heading Home K9 Rescue, Minneapolis, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Shepherd
Description: “Name: Poseidon Breeds: Shepherd/ Mystery Mix Age: Puppy Gender: Male Meet Poseidon! Mom, Athena, who is also coming, was found…” Learn more

Name: Zeus
Species: Dog
Location: Heading Home K9 Rescue, Minneapolis, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Shepherd
Description: “Name: Zeus Breeds: Shepherd/ Mystery Mix Age: Puppy Gender: Male Meet Zeus! Mom, Athena, who is also coming, was found…” Learn more

Name: Meelo
Species: Dog
Location: Heading Home K9 Rescue, Minneapolis, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Collie Mix
Description: “Name: Meelo Breeds: Lab/Collie Mix Age: Young Adult Gender: Male Meelo was a sad owner surrender when the owner was…” Learn more

Name: Ghost
Species: Dog
Location: Heading Home K9 Rescue, Minneapolis, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Australian Shepherd
Description: “Name: Ghost Breeds: Aussie Mix Age: Young Adult Gender: Female Ghost is a happy go lucky energetic girl in search…” Learn more

Name: Iris
Species: Dog
Location: Heading Home K9 Rescue, Minneapolis, MN
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Husky
Description: “Name: Iris Breeds: Husky Mix Age: Young Adult Gender: Female Iris is a beautiful young adult husky mix who is…” Learn more