ABOUT US

Mission Statement

Northern California Sled Dog Rescue (NorSled) is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, fostering, and rehoming Northern breed dogs—including Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, and Samoyeds—throughout Northern California and Reno, Nevada. Serving a vast region of approximately 70,702 square miles and a population of 12.8 million, we work closely with local shelters and, in select cases, accept owner surrenders to ensure every dog has a chance at a loving home.

What We Do

We save dogs—but rescue is just the beginning. When a dog leaves a shelter or is pulled from the streets, they begin a journey of healing. Many arrive with medical needs, emotional trauma, or behavioral challenges. We provide the care, rehabilitation, and support they need to thrive and prepare for their forever home.

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Why We Do It

• Shelters are overwhelmed, and the rising number of dogs in need is a crisis.

• Northern breeds—especially Huskies—are disproportionately represented, sometimes making up 20% of shelter populations.

• As Karen Davison said “Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog the world will change forever”.

•  At NorSled, we’re committed to changing the world for Northern breeds—one dog at a time.

How We Do It

It takes a village—and NorSled’s village includes:

• Dedicated volunteers and foster families

• Partnerships with shelters, veterinarians, kennels, and local businesses

• Community support through fundraising and adoption events

• Rescue dogs from shelters, primarily in Northern California

• Rehabilitate with medical care and emotional support

• Reorient them to life in a loving home

• Educate the public about breed-specific needs

• Support adopters and fosters every step of the way