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Northern Lakes Rescue

Dog rescue in Brainerd, MN

Our Vision is to be a voice for those who are voiceless. We hear them with our hearts and give them a voice. Looking into the eyes of a rescued animal will speak volumes; watching those eyes light up will have an everlasting impact on you and the rescued animals.

We aren’t a typical rescue as we don’t take in dogs and put them in kennels until they’re adopted. All dogs we rescue are placed in loving foster homes that teach them to be the best dog they can be.

Our journey doesn’t end with adoption, either. We are here for you to support you in integrating your new member into your home, cheer new triumphs, and help with struggles.

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1606 Mill Ave
Brainerd, MN 56401
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Meet their adoptable pets

1606 Mill Ave

Brainerd, MN 56401

See every new pet that comes to this rescue!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Northern Lakes Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Murphy Wallace's adoption status with email updates.
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Murphy Wallace

English Bulldog

Male, 5 yrs 2 mos
Brainerd, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Alize's adoption status with email updates.
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Alize

American Pit Bull Terrier/Boxer

Female, 3 mos
Brainerd, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Hennessy's adoption status with email updates.
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Hennessy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 mos
Brainerd, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Rooster (Bently)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Rooster (Bently)

American Pit Bull Terrier/Rottweiler

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Brainerd, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Po's adoption status with email updates.
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Po

Great Pyrenees/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 5 mos
Brainerd, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Bambi's adoption status with email updates.
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Bambi

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 mos
Brainerd, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Simon's adoption status with email updates.
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Simon

Beagle

Male, 1 yr 5 mos
Brainerd, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Revel's adoption status with email updates.
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Revel

German Shepherd Dog/Husky

Female, 10 mos
Brainerd, MN

Rescue FAQs

All of Minnesota

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Approve Application
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

Northern Lakes Rescue wants to make adopting your next pet the best experience you have in adopting a pet. When you see a animal you are interested, in we encourage you to email us at info@northernlakesrescue.org with what dog you are interested in.

NLR is 100% volunteer run, and we do our best to respond within 48 hours to all email inquiries regarding adoptions.

All adoptions will require an application, home visit, personal and vet references and a meet and greet. Our adoption fees range from $300-425 depending on the dog.
All dogs over 6 months of age will be spay/neutered, vaccinated to age and micro-chipped. Puppies being adopted will require a spay/neuter and vaccine contract.

Finalizing an adoption includes signing a contract and paying the adoption fee.

Adoption application

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/NLMN/Dog

Pets at shelters & rescues near Northern Lakes Rescue

Against the Odds LLC

1268 Highway 238,
Holdingford, MN 56340

Pets Abandoned Wanting Support

P.O. Box 62,
Wadena, MN 56482

Paws and Claws Rescue & Resort

2949 State 371 NW, PO Box 175,
Hackensack, MN 56452

We'll also keep you updated on Barrett's adoption status with email updates.
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Barrett

Bullmastiff

Male, 2 mos
Hackensack, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Katia's adoption status with email updates.
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Katia

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female 9 mos
Wadena, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Birch's adoption status with email updates.
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Birch

Great Pyrenees/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 4 mos
Wadena, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Shadow's adoption status with email updates.
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Shadow

Chow Chow/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 yrs
Wadena, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Nate's adoption status with email updates.
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Nate

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Wadena, MN
We'll also keep you updated on Suzy Q's adoption status with email updates.
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Suzy Q

Boxer/Plott Hound

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Wadena, MN

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