Even if you, yourself do not need additional help, knowin and sharin these resources to those whom may - will be a big help. And if you are in a position, please support these organizations through donations, volunteerin, fosterin and even words of encouragement via their social media's.

The organization in the video is [The Bond Between](https://www.thebondbetween.org/) of Minneapolis and Minnetonka; they offer services such as:

* [Respite Foster Care](https://www.thebondbetween.org/respite): Temporary care fer owned pets until family situation stabilizes.
* [Surrender Program](https://www.thebondbetween.org/post/pet-care-planning-during-immigration-detainment-or-deportation): Available to those facin deportation with pets enterin into the foster-based rescue system and placed into homes.
* [Emergency Pet Food Assistance](https://www.thebondbetween.org/post/pet-care-planning-during-immigration-detainment-or-deportation): Recognizin that ICE can cause disruptions, lost wages and financial strain, free emergency pet food kits are available.

The Bond Between encourages to "Plan Preparedness" in case something unexpected happens to you and you're no longer able to care fer your pets temporarily or long-term. They recommend the following:

* Identify a trusted friend, family member, or neighbor who could temporarily care for your pet if something unexpected happens
* Share important information with them in advance, including feeding routines, veterinary needs, and emergency contacts
* Let them know about local animal welfare resources, in case they need additional help or need to pursue surrender

[r/CatRescue](https://www.reddit.com/r/CatRescue/) *has a post fer an emergency kitty cat "go-bag" that compliments the above "plan preparedness" with a checklist and forms fer your loved feline/s,* [here](https://redd.it/1qlfmdb).

Another similar organization focuses on pet retention and specifically the devastatin effects ICE has had on pet parents is [Animal Humane Society (Minnesota)](https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/resource/supporting-community-members-impacted-ice) located in several areas across the state.

* [Free Pet Food](https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/resource/free-pet-food-distribution-locations): Available at several partnership locations
* [Crisis pet care and housin](https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/resource/temporary-pet-care-and-housing): Temporary pet housin fer those with in HEVA programs; short term housin crisis.
* [Affordable vet care](https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/clinics): Low cost services with addtional discounts based on income
* [Pet Helpline](https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/resource/pet-helpline): Advice and resources; includin referrals to information on local programs. 952-HELP-PET (952-435-7738)
* [Financial Assistance Resources](https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/resource/pet-emergencies-and-financial-assistance): Some financial assistance options fer pet parents strugglin to care fer their pets

And another organization that has a strong focus on pet retention (but primarily to dogs) is [My Pit Bull is Family](https://www.mypitbullisfamily.org/). They operate the North Minneapolis Pet Resource Center (available to cat parents too).

* [Pet Pantry](https://www.mypitbullisfamily.org/nmprc): Fer pet owners in the Twin Cities areas, pet food and supplies (collars, harnesses, leashes, litter, litter boxes, grooming supplies, toys, pet clothes) fer: cats, dogs, guinea pigs, iguanas, rabbits, etc. with no fee.
* [Wellness Clinics](https://www.facebook.com/events/204742341399611/): Available 4x annualy and open to cats and dogs, offerin vaccinations, prevention meds: heartowrm, flea and tick, microchip + more.
* National Database of dog friendly housin: [https://www.mypitbullisfamily.org/housing](https://www.mypitbullisfamily.org/housing)

^(Video Credits: The Bond Between; 501c3)

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