Northern California Sled Dog Rescue: 23 Dogs and Puppies for Adoption

Prissy is a smarty-pants who learns quickly and is eager to pick up new skills and commands. With her intelligence, confidence, and loving nature, she has all the makings of a wonderful companion. We can picture her becoming your cuddly best friend, your adventure buddy, and the beautiful girl who turns heads wherever she goes!

At this stage in her young life, Prissy is still learning how to navigate relationships with other dogs and develop the social skills that will help her feel comfortable and confident around them. She's on her way, and with patient guidance, positive experiences, and continued learning, she has so much potential.

Currently weighing about 46 pounds, Prissy is a little on the thin side after life on the streets, but she's getting the care she needs. She's vetted and ready to begin her next chapter!

Could Prissy be the missing piece in your life? This special girl has already overcome a rough beginning, and now it's time for her to discover the joys of a loving home, new adventures, and a human who believes in her.

Contact NorSled to meet Prissy. Her next adventure — and her happily-ever-after — could start with you!

Max will delight you with his gentle spirit, loyal heart, and quiet charm. If you're looking for a devoted friend who simply needs someone to believe in him, Max may be the perfect match.

Snow’s one serious placement requirement is that she must be the only pet in a home without cats or other small animals. She has a very high prey drive. Her behavior appears to be related to prey drive rather than aggression toward people or larger dogs, as she has consistently been affectionate and social with both. Snow is delightful and her spunky attitude makes her charm quite endearing!

She can be a little shy when meeting new people, but she’s curious and likes to keep an eye on what’s going on. She may not run right up to strangers to say hello, but give her a little time and patience, and I think you’ll see more and more of her sweet personality come out. She already follows me around and gives me the sweetest kisses. ❤️

Zoey has been getting along wonderfully with my mellow, easygoing husky, Dominic. She’s also been playing with my parents’ female husky/shepherd, who is twice her size! She enjoys a little playtime and then happily settles down for a nap. So far, she seems to have a nice medium energy level.

♀️ She loves going for walks and does pretty well on a leash. Like many huskies, she has a curious eye for anything that moves, especially a cat darting across the road, so she’ll need a family who understands the breed and will keep her safely leashed.

She has even learned to jump up into my Tahoe like a pro! She’s still a little unsure about jumping back out, so I help her down for now. She’s learning new things every day!

Zoey also did well on her first outing to a wine bar. She was able to experience a new environment and take it all in at her own pace. She may be a little reserved at first, but there’s a sweet, inquisitive girl in there waiting to blossom.

I think Zoey would really enjoy having a friendly, well-matched doggy companion in her new home. Another dog could give her a buddy to play with and help her continue building confidence.

Are you looking for a beautiful husky girl with a sweet soul, a curious mind, and lots of love to give? Zoey might just be your girl!

With a little patience, a loving home, and time to feel secure, I think this pretty girl is going to blossom into an amazing companion. ❤️

Maeve is also a sensitive soul. She does best with calm, consistent boundaries and a predictable routine. She can become overwhelmed by social pressure, especially around other dogs, and prefers her own private space to retreat and decompress. She has made tremendous progress learning that her crate is her safe place and that humans can be trusted to give her space when she needs it.

She is not looking for a household that expects instant perfection. Her ideal family will appreciate that beneath the dramatic royal persona is a dog who is still learning how to feel completely secure in the world.

Give Her Majesty patience, structure, respect, and a little cheese, and she will reward you with goofy antics, affection, loyalty, and approximately 90 pounds of emotional support queen.

Her DNA

34.2% White Shepherd

20% American Pitbull

17.4% Siberian Husky

15.5% German Shepherd

12.9% Alaskan Malamute

One of Freddie’s most charming qualities is his calm demeanor. He isn’t much of a howler, so your neighbors are likely to appreciate him as much as you do. When he does speak up, it’s with a beautiful, deep bark that he uses sparingly.

Like many intelligent dogs, Freddie can be determined and persistent when he has his mind set on something. Fortunately, that determination is paired with a sweet, loving temperament that makes him a wonderful companion.

If you're looking for a loyal, gentle, and fun-loving best friend, Freddie may be the perfect match.

He enjoys meeting new friends, both human and canine, and wants to be included in everyday life. From exploring new places to spending time with his people, Tonto is ready to discover all the good things that come with belonging to a family.

Fully vetted and ready for his next adventure, Tonto is looking for a loving home where he can keep learning, exploring, and being his sweet self.

And those looks! Baja is one seriously handsome boy. We're pretty sure he's going to turn heads everywhere he goes — so his lucky adopter should be prepared for plenty of attention! Because he's still a young husky, Baja will do best with a family that has a little husky savvy and is ready to continue his training, provide plenty of exercise and enrichment, and help him grow into the amazing adult dog he's destined to become. He's got the brains, the beauty, and the heart. NOW all Baja needs is his person. You'll want to meet this special boy soon — because we have a feeling Baja won't be waiting long!

At around 5-
6 years old
, Bob may be considered a mature gentleman, but he certainly doesn’t act like life is slowing down. He thinks age is just a number and is ready for
more adventures, more fun, and a whole lot more love
.

Pixie has already shown what a lovely companion she can be. At her foster home, she happily slept in bed with her foster and the other dogs. She gets along beautifully with canine friends and loves to play. She’s the kind of dog who seems to understand that life is finally getting better, and she’s ready to embrace every bit of it.

Because Pixie spent time living on the streets, she’ll need some patient guidance as she learns to navigate leash walks and the hustle and bustle of everyday life. But at just about 10 months old, she’s at the perfect age to learn, grow, and blossom into an incredible companion. With a little encouragement, consistency, and love, she’ll be ready to take on the world — and bond so deeply with her person that it will be hard to imagine she ever had a different life.

Pixie is about 10 months old, weighing in at around 55 pounds, and she carries her size elegantly.

We simply cannot say enough wonderful things about this sweet girl. She’s beautiful, bright, social, playful, and full of promise. Now she needs someone willing to help her discover just how wonderful life can be.

Come meet Pixie!
We think you’ll fall in love, too, and understand why everyone who meets her agrees: this girl is truly one of a kind.

Duke would thrive with someone patient, steady, and willing to show him that the world isn’t as scary as it once seemed. Give him time, guidance, and a soft place to land, and he’ll reward you with devotion that runs deep.

If you’re looking for a calm, kind, and deeply loving companion, Snowcone is ready to be your everyday sunshine.

Miff was on the euthanasia list at a Central Valley shelter, emaciated and scared to death. Today, she is a completely different dog. She has blossomed into a little Norsled leader who loves everyone in her foster home and is discovering what it means to feel safe, loved, and wanted.

Miffy may take a minute to trust you. But once you make her list, you’re in for good—and you’ll have a devoted pal forever. ❤️

She’s still working on putting a few extra pounds onto her beautiful petite frame, and she’s already showing us just how much life and love she has to give.

Miffy is around 1-1/2 to 2 years, fully vetted, full of joy, and ready to find her forever family.

If you’re looking for a petite Husky with a HUGE personality, a mischievous streak, and a heart that has come so far, Her Miffyness may be your girl.

Because Kaspar is still in his playful, mouthy puppy stage, a home without small children would be best. He’s not aggressive, he just hasn’t learned yet that humans aren’t chew toys.

Kaspar is ready to learn, play, love, and grow up with his forever family.

Best of all, Titan is incredibly adaptable. Active household? He’s in. More laid-back? He can do that too.

Fully vetted and ready to find his forever pack.

Stella is polite, potty‑trained, walks beautifully on a leash, knows her commands and is always eager to please. Stella adores her humans and is friendly with everybody, including kids. She gets along with other dogs, but prefers them one-on-one. This girl gets very excited for her daily walks, followed by Zoomies and squeaky toy playtime. However, mostly she just wants to be wherever you are — at home, riding in the car, at a café, or curled up in her bed (next to yours) all night long.

We believe that Stella was abandoned by her previous owner, so she is a little unsure of her new world and may want to stay always close to you at first. She’s learning to be brave again and needs a patient, loving family who will help her feel safe. Because she likes company, we think she will do best in a home with another friendly dog companion to help her feel more confident.

If you’ve been dreaming of a gentle, calm, affectionate young husky, Stella is your girl!

Patrick handles short car rides well. On a recent trip through heavy traffic, he became a little anxious and somehow managed to get his legs tangled in the leash that was securing him to the seat. Amazingly, he calmly figured out how to untangle himself. It was a pretty impressive display of problem-solving and just one example of how smart this boy really is.

We suspect Patrick may have spent some time fending for himself before coming into rescue. Because of that, he is very interested in trash cans and is always on the lookout for discarded food. He'll need a family that's willing to keep garbage secured and continue helping him learn that he'll never have to scavenge again.

Patrick is an affectionate, intelligent dog who is ready to leave his past behind and become someone's loyal best friend. If you're looking for a gentle companion with a sweet soul, a fluffy coat, and plenty of love to give, Patrick may be the perfect addition to your family.

Crate Proficiency: He settles beautifully in his crate and sleeps comfortably for several hours. Initially he preferred the crate fully covered, but now handles partial visibility well and rarely reacts to other dogs. He uses the crate appropriately for rest and decompression, enjoys meals and enrichment inside, and quiet behavior is reinforced with calm treat delivery. Brief attention‑seeking vocalizations fade quickly when ignored.

House Manners: He has had no accidents indoors and can comfortably hold his bladder overnight for about eight hours. After activity, he often chooses to rest and loves leaning in for affection or rolling over for belly rubs.

Leash Skills: His leash progress has been rapid. With a front‑clip harness and a stop‑and‑wait protocol, his pulling has decreased significantly. He’s spending more time walking and less time stopping, beginning to check in with his handler, and recovering from distractions more quickly each day.

Reactivity: He is currently highly aroused by cats, small running dogs, fast movement, and running children. His reactions may include staring, lunging, vocalizing, and strong pulling. Once distance is created, he recovers well—he simply needs time to decompress before continuing.

Food & Reward Motivation: Food motivation is stronger than expected. He loves slow feeders, lick mats, treat balls, training treats, and string cheese as a high‑value reward. He enjoys working for his food through enrichment and training rather than eating from a bowl.

Toys & Play: Toy drive is high. Tug, fetch, and water play are favorites. Tug should be limited to designated toys to protect leash manners. Structured tug will become a powerful training reward once he fully understands start/stop cues.

Training Progress: Clicker training has been introduced and he’s thriving. Short, successful sessions (about three minutes) keep him engaged and prevent over‑arousal. He’s currently reinforcing his name, recall, sit, and down—and he learns quickly.

Dog Interactions: Introductions are ongoing. He shows positive interest through a crate but can become intense when entering another dog’s space. He has displayed stiff posture and direct staring, and benefits from slow, structured introductions with experienced handlers. Parallel walking is recommended before direct interaction.

Ideal Home: He will shine with a n active owner familiar with northern breeds or high‑drive dogs. Someone committed to ongoing training and structure. Daily physical exercise and mental enrichment and c lear routines and consistent expectations

Not recommended at this time for homes with cats, small prey animals, or small children until his impulse control continues to improve.

Biggest Strengths

Exceptionally intelligent

Learns fast

Affectionate with trusted people

Recovers from excitement better each day

Enjoys training

Highly toy and food motivated

Accepts structure readily

Outstanding potential with consistent handling