My name is Nyx!

Posted 1 week ago | Updated 1 week ago

Cared for by Blue Earth Nicollet County Pet Shelter/BENCHS

Adoption process

Submit Application

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Meet the Pet

Sign Adoption Contract

Pay Fee

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $500

This helps Blue Earth Nicollet County Pet Shelter/BENCHS with pet care costs.

Or Apply to Adopt

My basic info

Breed

American Pit Bull Terrier/Chihuahua

Color

Merle

Age

1 year 11 months old, Adult

Size

Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)

Weight

16 lbs (current)

Sex

Female

Pet ID

63698

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Nyx — our tiny powerhouse with a big heart!
At just 17 pounds, Nyx may be petite, but she is full of life, love, and zoomies. Nearly 2 years old, this beautiful pit mix came to BENCHS with more than 10 other adult dogs from a single home, and she’s been nothing but sweet, spirited, and eager to start her next chapter.

Nyx is a high-energy, excitable little firecracker who thrives on activity, playtime, and all the attention she can get. She adores people, leans into affection, and will happily soak up every ounce of love in a home that has room for her joyful personality.

She does well with other dogs and would enjoy a canine friend who can match her playful style—though she’d just as happily be the center of someone’s world.

Nyx is looking for a home that’s:
✨ Active – walks, playtime, adventures, or backyard games
✨ Affectionate – she wants to be your little shadow
✨ Ready for fun – she brings the energy and the smiles

Small, spirited, and overflowing with sweetness, Nyx is truly one of a kind. If you’re searching for a tiny companion with a huge zest for life… Nyx is your girl.

Shelter

Blue Earth Nicollet County Pet Shelter/BENCHS

Contact info

Pet ID

63698

Contact

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Phone

(507) 625-6373

info@benchs.org

Website

http://www.benchs.org

Address

1250 N River Drive, Mankato, MN 56001

Donation

Donate to This Shelter

Their adoption process

1.
Submit Application

Pre-adopt can be found on our website or you can come in person to fill one out.

2.
Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

During open adoption hours. Thur/Friday 3-7 Sat 2-6 Dogs by appointment only with an approved application

3.
Meet the Pet

Dog_meet and greet will be scheduled by BENCHS. Cat_ if approved. Interact with cats and pick one

4.
Sign Adoption Contract

place a hold on animal you want or able to plan a scheduled pick up date

5.
Pay Fee

This fee may allow you to take the animal home same day if completely vetted. Can put a hold on animal. Scheduled pick up time from BENCHS

6.
Take the Pet Home

Once animal is ready to go and all fees are paid, come prepared with pet carrier or leash/harness

7.
Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Most of our adoptions are same day if your approved with pre-adopt and interview.

Bring your form & dog leash or cat crate to the shelter
Meet with an adoption specialist during adoption hours:
Thursday & Friday 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Adoption application

https://benchs.org/adopt/

Go meet their pets

Adoption hours are Thursday-Friday 3pm-7pm
Saturday 2pm-6pm.

We also work with our local PetSmart and keep some adoptable cats in their facility.

More about this shelter

BENCHS was established in 1969 in Mankato, MN.
We serve Southern MN to help with owner surrenders, stray and unclaimed animals at local impounds.
BENCHS also offers a Food Share Program to help families keep their pets in their homes if they are going through a temporary hardship. As long as we have available donated food, we can have these families come in 2x a month. We may require animals be on a plan to be spay/neutered to receive this help.
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