Circle of Friends Animal Shelter

06/14/2026

Congratulations to the pets that have been adopted recently 🐾

We are so happy for our pets and their new families!

06/13/2026

For today only - stop by the Grand Forks Valvoline location for an oil change, and $20 from your oil change will go towards helping our homeless pets in need!

Stop by Valvoline today and get your oil changed - it'll be a win-win! 💞

06/12/2026

𝙒𝙀 𝙉𝙀𝙀𝘿 𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝙃𝙀𝙇𝙋!

If you've been keeping an eye out on our Facebook or our website, you may be familiar with Myrtle. She was recently featured in our Love Island themed post!

Here's the thing about Myrtle: we're 𝘢𝘭𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 positive that she's a Belgian Malinois or at least mixed with it. Unfortunately, we wouldn't know for sure without a DNA test. But, even though she may not look like one, we've seen some traits that point to being a Malinois:
• excessive energy that we don't even see in our other high-energy dogs
• displays mouthy behavior perpetually, similar to that of a Malinois
• her snout is long and resembles that of a Malinois

Now here's where we need your help! Sitting in a kennel in a loud shelter 24/7 is not a great life for any dog, let alone a dog that is, or is mixed with, one of the highest energy breeds of dog that exists.

Do you know:
- Any shelter or rescue that has the capabilities to properly care for a dog like her? Or a specialized Malinois rescue?
- Small/smaller Police Departments who are in search of a K9? (We've contacted GFPD, and unfortunately, they are not able to take her).
- Anyone in ND who has the capacity to work with her (training facilities, someone who's looking to adopt and has the type of lifestyle that fits her needs)?
- Someone who'd be interested in fostering her while we find her forever home?

Any resources you may have, please let us know! You can reach out to us on Facebook here, call us at 701-775-3732, or email us at [email protected]

06/11/2026

Meet Cha-Cha 🐾

This sweet girl came to us pregnant and spent time in a foster home where she gave birth to kittens. Now that her babies are old enough to be weaned, Cha-Cha has returned to the shelter and is ready to find her forever home.

When she first came back from foster, Cha-Cha spent most of her time tucked away behind her makeshift hideaway, only accepting pets from the safety of her cozy little corner. But day by day, she's been finding her confidence. She's started venturing out, seeking attention, and showing us the sweet, gentle cat she really is. ❤️

We often watch mother cats wait while their kittens quickly capture everyone's attention. The babies find homes, and their moms are left wondering when it will be their turn. While Cha-Cha's kittens are still too young for adoption, Cha-Cha is ready to start looking for her happily ever after.

🐱 2-years-old, female, pending spay
🏡 Has not had interaction with other cats, dogs, or children
⭐ Absolutely LOVES being brushed and getting attention.

If you're looking for a quiet companion who just needs a little patience and a lot of love, come meet Cha-Cha. We think her best days are still ahead of her, and we'd love to see her spend them in a home of her own. ❤️

06/11/2026

Have you been putting off an oil change that probably shouldn't be put off any longer? 😹

Our friends over at Valvoline have your back! This Saturday, June 13th, stop by Valvoline in Grand Forks for an oil change, and $20 will be donated to Circle of Friends Animal Shelter! 🐾

You won't have to worry about getting your oil changed for a while, and you'll also be supporting homeless pets in need 💞

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

Looking for an easy way to support the animals at Circle of Friends Animal Shelter? 🐾

Our friends at Cricket Wireless in Grand Forks are currently hosting a donation drive for the shelter!

When you bring in a donation:
📱 Waived activations for new lines!
🎧 Customers upgrading their devices can receive 20% off accessories

It's a win-win — you get a great deal while helping provide care, comfort, and second chances for homeless pets in our community. ❤️

Donations can be dropped off at Cricket Wireless, and every contribution makes a difference for the animals waiting for their forever homes.

Thank you to Cricket Wireless for supporting local pets and the people who love them!

06/09/2026

🏝️💕 Welcome to Shelter Island, where the contestants are good-looking, the drama is minimal, and everyone's desperately searching for their perfect match.

This season's cast includes:
❤️ A lovable stage-five clinger who's ready to commit after approximately 0.3 seconds.
🎾 An athletic queen who thinks "rest day" is a personality flaw.
🤪 A handsome boy who occasionally forgets how large he is.
🥹 A shy sweetheart who'll fall in love with you right after a thorough sniff inspection.
✨ And a wrinkly-faced charmer who's slowly but surely coming out of her shell.

The only thing missing from this villa? YOU.

Will sparks fly? Will connections be made? Will Myrtle finally find someone who can keep up with her energy levels?

There's only one way to find out.

Scroll through and meet our contestants. Your perfect match might be waiting. 🐾❤️

06/08/2026

🚨 URGENT NEED! 🚨

We are in urgent need of medium/large, non-latex disposable gloves, and dry dog food with meat as the first ingredient.

Donations can be dropped off at our shelter at 4375 N. Washington St., Tuesday-Friday: 8am-5pm or Saturday-Sunday: 10am-5pm. Your generosity ensures that we can continue providing essential care and supplies to our furry friends in need.

06/06/2026

We’re out at Petco right now until 2pm with Eevee — come say hi and meet her!

Eevee is looking for her forever home and would love to meet you today! She's an 8-month-old Shar Pei mix.

Stop by, give some love, and maybe meet your future best friend! 🐶✨