community resources

We’ve compiled a list of some local pet-related resources below. Whether you need a veterinarian, a dog trainer, a pet sitter, low-cost spay/neuter options, a groomer, or some temporary assistance for yourself and your pet during difficult times, we hope you’re able to find a service below that fits your needs. Winona and surrounding areas are fortunate to have many options for pets & their families!

local veterinary offices

We do not have a veterinarian on staff at WAHS. For medical care and emergencies with a pet, there are several nearby options:

Trainers In and Around Winona

 
 

Nearby Pet Sitting, Dog-Walking, and Animal Boarding Businesses

 
 
 
 
 

Low-Cost Spay & Neuter Options

 

  • A generous donor allocated funds to help struggling pet owners and caretakers spay/neuter their cats through the Winona Farm, Feral, & Stray Spay/Neuter Hotline. Click here to learn how the Fund works!

  • The Minnesota Spay and Neuter Assistance Program (MNSNAP) is a traveling service offering affordable spay & neuter surgeries across Minnesota. They occasionally visit Winona and surrounding areas. Check out their website to learn more.

    From the MNSNAP website: “Our mission is to end the suffering and death of Minnesota cats and dogs due to overpopulation by providing both high-quality, affordable and accessible spay and neuter services to those in need and animal welfare education in the communities we serve.”

  • This hotline provides reduced-cost spay/neuter surgeries for cat owners and for community members helping to reduce the feral cat population. While we aren’t connected, contact us and we can forward the contact information.

Need your pet to look their best?

Dog being groomed

Check out some of the wonderful Winona area groomers!

 Falling on Hard Times?

We can help with pet food/supplies if it means the difference between keeping a pet with their family or surrendering it to the shelter.

WAHS is also fortunate to be part of an excellent resource network here in Winona. Each service can help an individual who finds themselves experiencing hardship: