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How I Arrived At NHS: I am a transfer from Companion Animal Control.
Notes from NHS volunteer: Hey there my fellow dog lovers! Let me introduce you to Balboa, the dog who has stolen my heart and the hearts of everyone at Northwoods. This 4-year-old Retriever Lab mix is a bundle of energy and love, and he’s got quite the fan club! When I come in to volunteer, Balboa is one of the first dogs I go to see. He can be a bit stressed in his kennel, barking away, but don’t let that fool you. Once you get him outside, he transforms into a different dog altogether. Balboa loves making new friends with visitors and keeps us all entertained with his antics. He’s been at Northwoods for over a month now, patiently waiting for his forever home. This furry ball of energy has a list of favorite pastimes that will make you smile. He’s a Tug of War champion, a Fetch fanatic, and a master of Spin the Rope. Watching him do the Twist while scratching his back is a sight you can’t un-see!—his body twitching back and forth, legs kicking, and the happiest, goofiest look on his sweet muzzle. Pure doggy delight! Balboa sits politely for treats and adores petting, ear scratches, belly rubs, and most of all, your undivided love and attention. He also loves it when you hide treats around the play yard so he can sniff to his heart’s content. Not a blade of grass will be left unturned in his quest for a snack! This smart pup thrives on mental stimulation and is a quick learner. He remembers what every staff or volunteer member wants him to do for a treat. He’s a people pleaser through and through. Despite his larger size, if he could fit on your lap, he’d be there in a heartbeat. He’ll settle for huggles, kisses, and all the attention you can give him. He will even hug you back if you let him! Once Balboa finds his forever home, the possibilities of what he can learn are endless. With time, slow introductions, and patience, he will be ready to make lots of furry friends. He’ll never run out of love and total devotion for his new family. Come into Northwoods and spend some time with this irresistible big bundle of unstoppable love. He will Rock your world! Hoping Rocky Balboa finds his forever home soon, just in time for the holiday season!
Good With Kids: Older, respectful kids (8 and up) possibly. We do recommend a slow introduction. Good With Cats: No Good With Dogs: No. He does not seem to like other dogs here at the shelter.
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How I Arrived At NHS: I am a transfer from Companion Animal Control.
Notes from NHS volunteer: Hey there my fellow dog lovers! Let me introduce you to Balboa, the dog who has stolen my heart and the hearts of everyone at Northwoods. This 4-year-old Retriever Lab mix is a bundle of energy and love, and he’s got quite the fan club! When I come in to volunteer, Balboa is one of the first dogs I go to see. He can be a bit stressed in his kennel, barking away, but don’t let that fool you. Once you get him outside, he transforms into a different dog altogether. Balboa loves making new friends with visitors and keeps us all entertained with his antics. He’s been at Northwoods for over a month now, patiently waiting for his forever home. This furry ball of energy has a list of favorite pastimes that will make you smile. He’s a Tug of War champion, a Fetch fanatic, and a master of Spin the Rope. Watching him do the Twist while scratching his back is a sight you can’t un-see!—his body twitching back and forth, legs kicking, and the happiest, goofiest look on his sweet muzzle. Pure doggy delight! Balboa sits politely for treats and adores petting, ear scratches, belly rubs, and most of all, your undivided love and attention. He also loves it when you hide treats around the play yard so he can sniff to his heart’s content. Not a blade of grass will be left unturned in his quest for a snack! This smart pup thrives on mental stimulation and is a quick learner. He remembers what every staff or volunteer member wants him to do for a treat. He’s a people pleaser through and through. Despite his larger size, if he could fit on your lap, he’d be there in a heartbeat. He’ll settle for huggles, kisses, and all the attention you can give him. He will even hug you back if you let him! Once Balboa finds his forever home, the possibilities of what he can learn are endless. With time, slow introductions, and patience, he will be ready to make lots of furry friends. He’ll never run out of love and total devotion for his new family. Come into Northwoods and spend some time with this irresistible big bundle of unstoppable love. He will Rock your world! Hoping Rocky Balboa finds his forever home soon, just in time for the holiday season!
Good With Kids: Older, respectful kids (8 and up) possibly. We do recommend a slow introduction. Good With Cats: No Good With Dogs: No. He does not seem to like other dogs here at the shelter.
NHS works to place animals in good, loving homes. Potential families must complete a pre-adoption application. References are required and checked. There may be a 24 to 48 hour waiting period before adoption is finalized. All responsible adults in the family must be in agreement. The goal of NHS is for each adoption to be permanent.
NHS works to place animals in good, loving homes. Potential families must complete a pre-adoption application. References are required and checked. There may be a 24 to 48 hour waiting period before adoption is finalized. All responsible adults in the family must be in agreement. The goal of NHS is for each adoption to be permanent.
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We are located at 10812N O' Brien Hill Road approximately 4 miles east of Hayward, WI off of Hwy 77. Our hours are Monday thru Saturday from 11am to 3pm and closed on Sundays.
We are located at 10812N O' Brien Hill Road approximately 4 miles east of Hayward, WI off of Hwy 77. Our hours are Monday thru Saturday from 11am to 3pm and closed on Sundays.
More about this rescue
NHS was authorized as a non-profit organization in 1987. NHS is funded through donations, memberships, adoption fees and fund raising. A volunteer Board of Directors establishes policies and operational guidelines.
Our objectives are to place animals in good, loving homes. To provide appropriate health care for NHS animals waiting for homes. To work to nurture and train animals so that they are adoptable. To educate the public on humane treatment of animals. To administer a spay/neuter assistance program. To provide a pet visitation program to local nursing homes. To provide a pet education program for area schools and the general public. To work cooperatively with the Sawyer County Dog Pound and the Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation Animal Control (which are independent of NHS). To network community Resources to meet the needs of animals. To provide a pet food shelf for families in need. To operate the NHS Shelter.
NHS was authorized as a non-profit organization in 1987. NHS is funded through donations, memberships, adoption fees and fund raising. A volunteer Board of Directors establishes policies and operational guidelines.
Our objectives are to place animals in good, loving homes. To provide appropriate health care for NHS animals waiting for homes. To work to nurture and train animals so that they are adoptable. To educate the public on humane treatment of animals. To administer a spay/neuter assistance program. To provide a pet visitation program to local nursing homes. To provide a pet education program for area schools and the general public. To work cooperatively with the Sawyer County Dog Pound and the Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation Animal Control (which are independent of NHS). To network community Resources to meet the needs of animals. To provide a pet food shelf for families in need. To operate the NHS Shelter.
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