My name is Barracuda!

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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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Color

Black/White

Age

2 months old, Puppy

Size

Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)

Weight

14 lbs (current)

Sex

Male

Pet ID

63681

My details

Good with kids

Good with dogs

Good with cats

Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Born September 28, 2025 and weighing 14.8 lbs, Barracuda is a bright, sweet, mixed-breed puppy with a big personality and an even bigger heart. We’re not sure what breeds make up his adorable look — likely a fun mix of several — but we expect he’ll grow into a large, lab-sized dog.

Barracuda just returned from foster care with his two littermates, and now that he’s neutered and ready for adoption, he’s excited to meet his future family! His foster stay helped him learn confidence, connection, and the joy of spending time with people.

Barracuda is playful, affectionate, and wonderfully curious. He loves exploring, loves snuggling, and absolutely loves being part of whatever is happening. Whether he’s bouncing around with his siblings or sitting politely for attention, Barracuda is the perfect mix of silly and sweet.

If you’re hoping for a happy, lovable puppy who will grow into a loyal adventure buddy, Barracuda might be the perfect catch

Shelter

Blue Earth Nicollet County Pet Shelter/BENCHS

Contact info

Pet ID

63681

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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