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The Pet Food Shelf
At The Bond Between, we believe in the power of paying it forward. We have been fortunate enough to have the best volunteers, fosters, donors, and supporters, which has allowed us to grow quickly and effectively.
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We have concentrated many of our outreach efforts on our tribal partnerships. We are humbled and excited to be a trusted partner of many tribal communities.
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In 2021, Secondhand Hounds (now The Bond Between) absorbed People and Pets Together. We then opened a new location in the heart of Minneapolis, dedicated to nurturing the precious BOND BETWEEN people and their pets.
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One of the core features of our Minneapolis location is the pet food shelf. The food shelf ensures that no pet goes hungry due to the financial constraints of their owners. This small, but impactful gesture helps maintain the sacred bond between pets and their families.
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In 2023, we distributed over 348,000 pounds of dog food, cat food, and cat litter. The food shelf feeds an average of 2,300 animals in the Minneapolis community every month. The demand is higher than ever and we rely on donations and volunteers to keep the food shelf fully stocked. If you'd like to learn more about volunteering at the food shelf, please visit our volunteer portal!
Our mission is clear: to keep beloved pets where they belong – with their families. We believe that every heart that has room for an animal should have one, and no family should have to make the heart-wrenching choice between putting food on the table or providing for their pets.
The Bond Between Pet Food Shelf is currently accessible to residents who live within the city limits of Minneapolis. For those living outside of Minneapolis, we allow families to shop once every six months. At the Bond between we believe that no pet should go hungry due to financial constraints regardless of their location. We encourage you to use our Low Cost Pet Food and Supply resources to find the other places that offer similar services.
Visiting the Pet Food Shelf FAQ
When is the food shelf open to clients?​​
Clients are welcome to come to the food shelf on the following days: Mondays from 11am - 2pm Tuesday 5:30-7:45pm Thursday 5:30-7:45pmSaturday 9:30am-1:45pm.
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Where is The Bond between Pet Food Shlef located?​
The pet food shelf is located at The Bond Between Minneapolis location- 2501 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN.
Who is able to use the pet food shelf?​
The Bond Between pet food shelf is currently available to people who live within the city limits of Minneapolis. The food shelf is to be used as an emergency resource only and is meant to supplement additional resources you may have or receive. By accepting food/supplies, you are indicating that you are in need due to low income, economic crisis, disability or are a member of a First Nations Indigenous Band. Evidence will need to be provided for both new and returning clients.
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Can I use the food shelf if I live outside of Minneapolis?
Clients who live outside of the city of Minneapolis (as defined by zip code) are allowed to shop once every six months. Clients who live within Minneapolis can shop once every 30 days. Clients who are early will be asked to leave and return at the appropriate date.
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We have multiple animals; can the food shelf feed all of my pets?
Service is limited to one household member (as defined by unique address) and is capped at four dogs and/or cats total.
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Can I bring my pet with me to the food shelf?
Animals are not allowed inside the food shelf with the exception of service animals (proof of status required). Service animals must held on a 2' leash at all times and are not permitted to interact with other people. Disruptive animals - even if service animals - must leave in accordance with ADA guidelines.