About Us

The Humane Society of the Lakes was established in 1989 and was known as the Becker County Humane Society. It based out of the Detroit Lakes Animal Hospital at their original location, just off Highway 10. The current building opened in 2007 along with the name change to the Humane Society of the Lakes. We are a 501c3 nonprofit, no kill animal shelter for the Becker County Area that relies solely on community support and donations.

To comply with our capacity for care and local laws, we may not always be able to accept strays. For every stray animal we intake, they must go on a 5-day stray hold. Once their stray hold is up, they will get spayed or neutered and get placed up for adoption.

Altered Dog Adoption Fee $250

Non-Altered Dog Adoption Fee $200

Altered Cat Adoption Fee $140 Non-Altered Cat Adoption Fee $100

Animals that are considered adolescents may leave the shelter prior to being altered if they have received a veterinary exam. If adopter wishes to take the animal before it has been altered, they are legally and financially responsible for getting the animal altered at a vet clinic of their choice. Adopters will have 90 days to show proof of spay or neuter.

Available Dogs

Available Cats

Our Partners

Our mission is to provide services for abandoned or unwanted animals while they await lifelong homes. Our vision is that all animals are treated with dignity and respect.