Emmet County Animal Shelter

The Dickinson, Clay, Emmet, Palo Alto, O'Brien, and Osceola counties are proudly served by the 501(c)3 non-profit Humane Society of Northwest Iowa. Our goal is to encourage the ethical and humane treatment of all animals and to care for, rehabilitate, and house animals in need while they are under our care.

The Moffitt Animal Shelter exists to provide a temporary haven and shelter for stray, abandoned, and neglected animals. It also promotes humane treatment of dogs and cats through education and is a strong proponent of pet population control.

Small county-owned Calhoun County Canine Shelter receives support from a Friends of the Shelter organization. When necessary, we assist the county's lost and abandoned animals in finding their owners or new homes.

We serve North Central Iowa as a limited intake ("no-kill") facility. We support the necessity of pet spaying and neutering as well as humane education. Neither the state nor the city give money to our group.

Volunteers are always needed for a range of tasks. Please message us if you can assist. Fundraising, foster care, construction, cleaning, activity booths, and community service

The Humane Society of North Iowa's goals include reducing animal overpopulation by educating the public about the humane treatment of animals and providing temporary shelter, food, medical care, and comfort to displaced and neglected companion animals.