Northern Lakes Rescue

Northern Lakes Rescue Northern Lakes Rescue is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization that focuses on saving dogs in need.

Northern Lakes Rescue is a foster based rescue that will save dogs everywhere as long as we have a foster that will provide a loving home until their forever home is found. Prior to adoption all animals will be spayed/neutered and up to date on age appropriate vaccines.

Happy Fourth of July from Chomper! 🐾 This handsome boy is ready to light up someone's life with endless cuddles, fun, an...
07/04/2025

Happy Fourth of July from Chomper! 🐾 This handsome boy is ready to light up someone's life with endless cuddles, fun, and companionship!

Chomper is the last of his litter still waiting for his forever home, and he's a true firecracker! He's a Parvo survivor who has overcome so much and is now ready to settle into his loving family.

This incredible pup is great with everyone – kids, dogs, cats, and even farm animals! He's truly the whole package.

Could Chomper be the missing spark in your life?

https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/NLMN-A-64544

We love partnering with Dog Is My CoPilot, Inc. and we are excited to partner with Catwaba County for our next transport...
07/03/2025

We love partnering with Dog Is My CoPilot, Inc. and we are excited to partner with Catwaba County for our next transport! We're ready to welcome these dogs with open paws, but we need your help to provide them with loving homes.

A foster or "foster-to-adopt" family is required for every dog coming on this transport. If you've been considering opening your heart and home to a dog in need, now's the perfect time!

🗓Important Dates to Remember:
👉New Foster/Foster-to-Adopt Application Deadline: July 5th at 12 PM (noon)
👉Application Processing: July 6th - July 9th
👉Approved Foster/Adopter Tagging Deadline: July 9th at 3 PM
👉Dogs Arrive: July 14th at BRD Airport
👉Pick-up from Mill Ave Office: Time to be determined (TBD)

Ready to make a difference in a dog's life? Apply to foster or foster-to-adopt today!

Apply to foster/foster to adopt:
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/NLMN/Dog

Pending Adoption! 🐾Meet Winnie! This adorable 6-month-old stray is a transfer from Minneapolis Animal Care & Control.Win...
07/02/2025

Pending Adoption! 🐾

Meet Winnie! This adorable 6-month-old stray is a transfer from Minneapolis Animal Care & Control.

Winnie is a smart and eager-to-please pup who has already mastered some key skills! She has basic crate manners, walks well on a leash, and knows how to sit on command. Her treat motivation makes her a fantastic student for continued training. She's still getting the hang of potty training, but with a little patience and consistency, she's sure to be a pro in no time.

Due to her breed, we are requiring adopters to have Rottweiler experience to ensure she goes to a home that understands her specific needs and can provide her with the right environment to thrive.

If you have Rottweiler experience and are looking for a sweet, trainable, and loving companion, Winnie might be the perfect match for you!

https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/NLMN-A-64790

07/02/2025

Live with Dale and Savannah

Dale and Savannah will be going live at 8:30pm tonight to update everyone on how Dales surgery went!
07/02/2025

Dale and Savannah will be going live at 8:30pm tonight to update everyone on how Dales surgery went!

06/30/2025

UPDATE ON DALE! ❤️
Please note that PayPal and Venmo are currently our preferred donations method as it gets to us immediately vs needing to wait for a deposit in 45-90 days.

PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NLR2023
Venmo:

Dale is resting comfortably, but we have an important update about his care and a plea for your support.

As you can see, Dale has a feeding tube. This is crucial because the holes in his throat potentially communicate with his trachea, making it risky for him to eat normally. Moving forward, all of his medications and food will be administered through this tube to ensure he gets the nourishment he needs safely.

We were able to flush out his wounds more, which is great news! Tomorrow, we're hoping to go in and potentially close the hole in his esophagus. This next step is vital for his recovery.

Dale wasn't a big fan of the feeding tube at first, but it's going to help him immensely on his journey to getting better. For now, we're letting him rest and get used to it.

His medical journey is ongoing and requires significant resources. If you're able to, please consider donating to Dale's care. Every little bit helps us provide him with the best possible treatment and a chance at a full recovery.

06/29/2025

An Update on Puppy Dale

Dale made it through the night, and we are so relieved! He's bright-eyed and energetic, which gives us hope, but we're remaining cautiously optimistic about his recovery.

Dale has some significant wounds that are causing him to itch as they heal. Due to the location of the wounds, we can't use a cone, so we're keeping a very close eye on him.

His vet appointment is scheduled for first thing in the morning. While his condition is urgent, it's not currently emergent. He is stable, but we will rush him to an emergency vet if his temperature spikes or if he becomes lethargic.

The vet will thoroughly examine him tomorrow and will likely need to sedate him to clean and assess his injuries. He has puncture wounds in his throat, which are causing some food to seep out. Because of this, he may need a feeding tube to ensure he gets the nutrition he needs to heal.

As a rescue, we have to be financially responsible for all the dogs in our care. We are doing everything we can for Dale, but we are also limited in our ability to see a specialist.

Dale is going to need a lot of long-term care before he's ready for adoption. He'll likely be on a wet food diet for some time. We are in desperate need of WET puppy food to help him on his journey to recovery. His foster mom will be feeding him Fromm or Acana Pate food, as consistency is key for puppies.

If you would like to help, you can ship wet food donations to:
Northern Lakes Rescue
1606 Mill Ave
Brainerd, MN 56401

All monetary donations will go directly toward Dale's medical care. Please keep this sweet boy in your thoughts.

As we were busy prepping our new office on Birchdale Road, we received a plea that reminded us exactly what we were swea...
06/28/2025

As we were busy prepping our new office on Birchdale Road, we received a plea that reminded us exactly what we were sweatin our butts off for.

Meet Dale, a sweet puppy who found himself in a terrifying situation.

Dale was attacked by his (dog) dad, leaving him with deep puncture wounds that led to an infected abscess in his neck. He was then dumped, and the finder then reached out for help, and we immediately jumped in.

Our team is dedicated to giving Dale the best chance possible, but his medical care could be costly. His prognosis is "optimistically guarded," which means he has a tough fight ahead of him.

This is why we're here—to be a voice for the voiceless, and today we are fortunate to be the voice for Dale.

Will you join us in making sure he gets the life-saving care he needs?

Every donation, big or small, brings us one step closer to healing Dale. Donate today and become part of his recovery journey.

https://www.northernlakesrescue.org/donate

Happy Forever Home Day!We want to take a quick paws to celebrate! A huge, heartfelt Happy Adoption Day to the incredible...
06/27/2025

Happy Forever Home Day!

We want to take a quick paws to celebrate! A huge, heartfelt Happy Adoption Day to the incredible Lady and Mr. B***y Ham Sandwich!

These two remarkable pups have found their forever family, and their stories are one of our absolute favorites: “foster fails.”

For those who don't know, a foster fail is the best kind of failure there is! It's when a compassionate person opens their home and heart to a dog in need of temporary care, only to fall so completely and deeply in love that "temporary" becomes "forever."

Lady and Mr. B***y Ham Sandwich’s journey from foster pets to cherished family members is a beautiful testament to the power of love and the incredible bond that can form when you give a dog a chance. Their new families have given them the greatest gift of all: a loving home where they can thrive, be spoiled, and know they're loved for the rest of their lives.

Congratulations to both families on this wonderful new chapter! We couldn't be happier for you and proud to have you as part of the NLR family. 🫶🐾

Update! Adopted! 🐾Tucker is officially tuckered out from searching for his forever family. We don’t get it - he is the w...
06/25/2025

Update! Adopted! 🐾
Tucker is officially tuckered out from searching for his forever family. We don’t get it - he is the world's most adorable professional good boy with ZERO apps to his name. ☹️

This 4-year-old pittie is a true gentleman who's dog-friendly, neutered, and has mastered the sophisticated arts of being house and crate trained. He's basically a perfect dog wrapped in a velvety, handsome package. All he needs now is a couch to crash on and someone to tell him how very, very good he is.

https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/NLMN-A-64492

We've got some big news to share – Northern Lakes Rescue is moving to a new location near Brainerd International Raceway...
06/23/2025

We've got some big news to share – Northern Lakes Rescue is moving to a new location near Brainerd International Raceway in August! We're incredibly excited about this next chapter and all the benefits it brings.

What Our New Home Offers:
👉 Single-level building: This makes it easier for everyone to get around.
👉 Large overhead door: A huge plus for intakes! Our transport vehicles can drive right in, significantly reducing flight risks and making the process safer for everyone involved.
👉 More green space: Plenty of room for the pups to stretch their legs and take potty breaks.
👉 Improved water access: This will truly ease our cleaning duties, from scrubbing floors to doing laundry.
👉 Safer surroundings: No longer right next to a busy road.
👉 Snow removal and lawn care provided: Less work for our dedicated team, so they can focus more on what matters most—our animals!

While we're thrilled about these improvements, there are a couple of things to note:
👉 Our community finally knows our location! We appreciate everyone's patience in finding us.
👉 Smaller space: This means we won't have a public storefront at our new location.

Massive Moving Sale! Fill a bag for $20!
Because we'll have a smaller space and no public storefront, we need to clear out our current inventory with a massive moving sale! This is a fantastic opportunity to grab some great deals.

With the busy 4th of July weekend bringing lots of visitors to the Brainerd Lakes Area, we'll be opening our current store on Mill Ave for this special sale on Saturday, July 5th, from 10 AM to 3 PM.

Please note: We will not be holding any items during the sale. Everything must go as we prepare for our big move in July/August!

We can't wait to see you there and thank you for your continued support as we transition to our new home!

A big thank you to Feeding Furry Friends, Greater Good Charities, NutriSource Pet Foods, and Inception Pet Foods for kee...
06/21/2025

A big thank you to Feeding Furry Friends, Greater Good Charities, NutriSource Pet Foods, and Inception Pet Foods for keeping the pups bellies full

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1606 Mill Avenue
Brainerd, MN
56401

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