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My name is Maxx!

Posted 1 week ago | Updated 1 week ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Interview

3

Sign Adoption Contract

Adoption fee: $185

This helps Pennington County Humane Society with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Shepherd (Unknown Type)
Color
Age
Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
22258695-266319

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My health

Checkmark in teal circle Shots current

My story

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

Pennington County Humane Society 



Maxx - Our Brave, Resilient Tripod Looking for His Perfect Match
🌟 Maxx Update! 🌟
Our incredible boy Maxx is back in our care and continuing to amaze us every single day. He's adjusting beautifully to life after his amputation, showing a level of resilience and heart that inspires everyone who meets him.

Even with everything he's been through, Maxx remains gentle, loving, and determined. He's already proving just how capable he is — this superstar can manage three stairs with ease, and he's fully housetrained and even knows how to use a doggie door like a pro. His confidence grows a little more each day.

Maxx does wear his cone full‑time to protect his incision.

While Maxx is cleared for adoption, he still has one important medical step ahead:
❤️‍🩹 He will need to undergo heartworm treatment.
We'll guide his future family through everything he'll need to continue his recovery safely.

Maxx is available for:
• Direct adoption
• Foster‑to‑adopt
• Transfer to a trusted partner

Through every challenge, Maxx has remained the sweetest, most courageous boy. He leans in for affection, loves gentle reassurance, and has a quiet, grateful way of reminding you how hard he's trying.

For inquiries, contact Pennington County Humane Society at 218‑681‑8045.

Pennington County Humane Society 



February 10, 2026, 9:43 am
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
22258695-266319
Contact
Pam Stengrim
Address
15598 U.S. Highway 59 NE, Thief River Falls, MN 56701

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2.

Interview

3.

Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

Adoption fees may vary – call 218-681-8045 to confirm and if you have any questions.
Adoption fees for a dog $185
​Adoption fees for a puppy $400
Adoption fees for a cat or kitten- Varies

Go meet their pets

15598 U.S. Highway 59 NE, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Hours:
Monday through Friday 2-6pm
Saturday 12-3pm
Sunday closed

More about this shelter

The Pennington County Humane Society animal shelter is licensed by the Minnesota Department of Animal Health (license # MN139638) for up to 27 dogs/puppies & up to 60 cats/kittens. The shelter is more often than not filled to the maximum allowed by the license. While we try to keep the available animals listed online, we may have missed a few – so if you don’t see what you want, please give us a call.

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