NorthStar WI Dog Rescue & Advocacy

NorthStar WI Dog Rescue & Advocacy NorthStar WI is a 501c(3) non-profit rescue group based in Madison, Wisconsin. We currently help families in the Madison, WI area rehome their dogs.

We also fundraise to support local dogs needing medical care. We have extensive rescue and fostering experience with German Shepherds, Dutch Shepherds, and Belgian Malinois. While, we are not currently fostering, we do offer advice on surrendering and rehoming options. Big dogs don't do well in shelters. Let us help with rehoming!

NorthStar WI is helping a Milwaukee area family rehome Max, a wonderful 5-year-old Collie mix who’s house-trained, fully...
05/21/2025

NorthStar WI is helping a Milwaukee area family rehome Max, a wonderful 5-year-old Collie mix who’s house-trained, fully vaccinated (including rabies), and has been a deeply loved companion. He’s calm and affectionate indoors, with a sweet habit of melting into the floor when someone he loves comes home. Max bonds closely with his people and thrives in a quiet, predictable environment.

👉 Max's full bio: https://home-home.org/pets/4c19c73b-4c94-46fc-a9f1-c2bc6bb0338a

Max can be easily startled and has shown some anxiety, particularly around young children. After a recent incident where he reacted fearfully, the family made the difficult decision to find him a calmer home. Their veterinarian observed no signs of illness or aggression, just a sensitive dog who needs the right setting.

Max would do best in a child-free home with someone patient and experienced with anxious dogs. If you or someone you trust can give Max the peaceful life he deserves, please reach out. Shares are very appreciated!

Jesse is looking for a home after his owner passed away unexpectedly. This 3 y/o sweet boy with a great temperament is l...
04/30/2025

Jesse is looking for a home after his owner passed away unexpectedly. This 3 y/o sweet boy with a great temperament is looking for someone who loves to play fetch as much as he does. Jesse is up to date on all vaccinations & heartworm/lyme test negative. He is neutered and crate trained. Jesse has met cats and doesn’t seem very interested in them. Likes other dogs he has met and lived with two other GSDs. Jesse is friendly to new people and has met children over 10. He is always ready to go for a car ride & is perfect passenger. He also is a gentlemen at the veterinarian. This is a good boy! NorthStar WI is helping the family with rehoming. Contact [email protected] for more information on Jesse. He is located in South Central Wisconsin.

UPDATE:  Gus was adopted this weekend - April 5:   Thanks for sharing his story!  It made its way to his new family!Look...
03/16/2025

UPDATE: Gus was adopted this weekend - April 5: Thanks for sharing his story! It made its way to his new family!

Look at that face! Gus is a 2.5 y/o Husky mix and IS a dream dog, as he gets along with everyone with good introductions (kids, babies, cats and dogs). Help Gus by spreading the word that he is in search of a new family!

Meet Gus – Your Next Adventure Buddy! Gus is a 2.5-year-old, neutered Husky with a big personality to match his big size! This handsome boy is full of energy, affection, and just the right amount o…

UPDATE:  Coco was adopted this weekend (3/30/25)  Hooray!  Coco is still looking for his new family!
03/04/2025

UPDATE: Coco was adopted this weekend (3/30/25) Hooray!

Coco is still looking for his new family!

Right now, Coco is in a temporary foster home in the Madison area with an incredibly kind family who stepped up when no ...
02/27/2025

Right now, Coco is in a temporary foster home in the Madison area with an incredibly kind family who stepped up when no one else could. But they already have pets and kids and can only keep him until March 10. Over the next two weeks, he will be passed between two, possibly three, families who are doing their best to keep him safe. However, he desperately needs a stable, long-term foster or, even better, a forever home. Our rescue is unable to take him in, as we no longer foster due to insurance limitations and the difficulty of securing fosters. If no one steps up to adopt him or another rescue can’t take him in, he will have to be surrendered to the Dane County Humane Society. Does anyone know anyone? Please share his story! Learn more about Coco here: https://home-home.org/pets/b653a031-f171-4452-be6e-a4d600a8b0ec











Coco's full bio - https://www.northstarwi.com/coco/  He is currently in a very temporary foster situation in Madison, WI...
02/24/2025

Coco's full bio - https://www.northstarwi.com/coco/

He is currently in a very temporary foster situation in Madison, WI Please share his story, as he needs a new home ASAP. Coco is a 4 y/o Black Mouth Cur. He is being neutered and brought up to date on his vaccines this week by some kind community members. NorthStar WI is assisting these kind-hearted volunteers who have taken Coco under their wings. LOOK AT THAT FACE!!!





UPDATE:  JUNO HAS BEEN ADOPTED! Our friend, Juno, a 2y/o female GSD, really wants a family she can get out into the awes...
02/15/2025

UPDATE: JUNO HAS BEEN ADOPTED!

Our friend, Juno, a 2y/o female GSD, really wants a family she can get out into the awesome snow with! The FB algorithms really put a cinch our page's reach. Please like and share if you can! You'll find Juno's bio here - https://www.northstarwi.com/juno-female-german-shepherd-dog/

Please SHARE:  Juno is a young (2 y/o) sable female GSD located in the Madison area. She is a stunning and intelligent y...
01/31/2025

Please SHARE:
Juno is a young (2 y/o) sable female GSD located in the Madison area. She is a stunning and intelligent young dog looking for a home that understands and appreciates her natural protective instincts. She is deeply loyal to her people, and thrives in a home where she can bond closely with her owner. True to her breed, Juno is highly alert and devoted, always eager to watch over her family and provide companionship. She requires an experienced owner who can continue to build her confidence and reinforce positive interactions.

To learn more about Juno - read her bio here - https://www.northstarwi.com/juno-female-german-shepherd-dog/

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We are a small all-breed rescue based in Madison, WI. We have foster homes located throughout the state as well as in northern Illinois. We adopt dogs out to people in this same general area.

We are a 501(c)(3) organization and are licensed by the State of Wisconsin (#287061-DS).

While many of us have deep experience with working breed dogs, We rescue and foster dogs of all shapes, sizes and some with extensive medical needs. You can visit our website - http://www.northstarwi.com to learn more about us.