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Slowly but surely, we take the stressed, overworked mill mama and give her the life she deserves. We build her trust, give her proper nutrition and vet care, and she blossoms.

Working breeds need a higher level of stimulation and activity to keep them out of trouble. We help to identify what their skills are prior to adoption to ensure the best fit with a potential new home. This benefits the dog AND the humans who love them.

We do our due diligence to match dogs with the right environment for them - space, activity level, and even siblings - to ensure a great fit for their forever family.

Some breeds have bad reputations through no fault of their own. We help to [re]socialize these dogs, as well as educate adopters and the general public about the amazing aspects of these animals.

We take a terrified puppy from surviving in a barn to thriving in a yard.

We partner with other animal welfare organizations to bring Nordic breeds back to the climates that they were built for.

The upper midwest is the perfect place for Nordic breeds - there are endless opportunities for activities, like hiking!

Nordic Retreat + Rescue is well-equipped to handle all aspects of Nordic Breeds. Specializing in certain breeds allows us to extend our expertise and ensure the proper care of double coats, protective personalities, and more.