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Heartstrings Dog Rescue

Dog rescue in West Bend, WI

Heartstrings Dog Rescue is a labor of love fully supported by volunteers and donations to save dogs in southern shelters, who otherwise could be euthanized due to lack of space in overcrowded and underfunded shelter conditions. Rescue founder, Jackie Kraemer, started Heartstrings Dog Rescue with the mission of "one dog at a time." We rescue, provide vetting, transport, foster, training (when needed) for dogs that could have been euthanized, or died as strays on the streets.

We also have taken in cruelty cases and rehabilitated them through our loving fosters and trainers. Our mission is also to continue to grow public awareness of this epidemic in the South.

Additionally, we work to grow awareness of the horrible puppy mills in our state and work to reduce the demand for dogs in those conditions, by rescuing highly adoptable dogs that need homes from other states. We advocate for animal welfare both here and in several states that need our help!

Contact Jackie Kraemer
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West Bend, WI 53095
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Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Heartstrings Dog Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Scarlet's adoption status with email updates.
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Scarlet

Golden Retriever/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
West Bend, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Chase's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Chase

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs 3 mos
West Bend, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Pearl's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Pearl

Labrador Retriever

Female, 4 yrs 3 mos
West Bend, WI

Rescue FAQs

Southeastern Wisconsin Region and Northern Illinois

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Home Check
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Our process ensures that the dog is placed in a home that is right for both the dog and the family. I am diligent about the process and ensuring each dog has a happily ever after.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Heartstrings Dog Rescue

Last Paw Rescue - East

Sheboygan, WI 53083

Happy Endings No-Kill Cat Shelter

5349 Forest Home Avenue,
Milwaukee, WI 53220

Last Paw Rescue - SE

Milwaukee, WI 53222

We'll also keep you updated on Serafina's adoption status with email updates.
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Serafina

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Chilton, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Lainey's adoption status with email updates.
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Lainey

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
Oshkosh, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Lexi's adoption status with email updates.
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Lexi

Guinea Pig

Female, 9 mos
Oshkosh, WI
We'll also keep you updated on LOTS of Kittens's adoption status with email updates.
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LOTS of Kittens

Domestic Shorthair

Female Kitten
Milwaukee, WI
We'll also keep you updated on Larry's adoption status with email updates.
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Larry

Lionhead

Male, 7 yrs
Oshkosh, WI
We'll also keep you updated on PLUM-IN FOSTER's adoption status with email updates.
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PLUM-IN FOSTER

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Milwaukee, WI

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