About Us
Our Mission:
Underhound Railroad was formed in 2009 by a group of friends, with the goal of rescuing innocent dogs from death row in Connecticut shelters. Underhound Railroad has now grown to include rescue communities in Maine, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
With our focus on rural areas where shelters are overflowing with abandoned dogs waiting to find rescue, our network of Underhound volunteers work hard to prevent undeserved deaths, see that medical, emotional and behavioral needs are tended to, and transportation as well as a loving foster family are provided to the pups on their journey to finding their forever homes!
Our Vision:
Underhound Railroad tirelessly envisions the day where every adoptable dog has a loving, devoted, and responsible home. A home where they will not suffer from abuse, neglect, or ignorance.
We look forward to a society that no longer views dogs as a disposable thing and have faith in those, like us, who devote their lives to rescue, to provide resources, knowledge and support to families and individuals to help them learn of the importance of spaying and neutering their dogs to put an end to the overpopulation that exists today in shelters all over the world.
Executive Summary:
Underhound Railroad is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) volunteer-based animal welfare organization dedicated to rescuing homeless dogs from overcrowded shelters. By working with a network of volunteer advocates, foster caregivers, local veterinarians, trainers and shelters, Underhound is able to rescue many animals every year. We provide these animals with care and temporary homes until we can place them into their permanent homes. We believe that no animal should be mistreated and are working towards the day when no companion animal is euthanized for lack of a home.
Underhound Railroad is organized exclusively for charitable purposes of companion animal rescue. The organization is not-for-profit and obtained 501(c)(3) status from the IRS in 2015.
Ways YOU can help out today!
Elle looks perfectly content curled up by the fireplace on her soft bed… but what she really wants is a home of her own.
She’s been with our rescue since February 2025, quietly waiting for someone to choose her. This 8 year old has the gentlest soul and the sweetest brown eyes. She’s calm, affectionate, and happiest just being near her people. No chaos, no drama - just steady, loyal love. ❤️
Elle gets along well with other dogs and would also be perfectly happy as your one and only. She’s fostered in North Carolina with transport is available to her adoptive home.
Imagine this cozy scene in your living room. Imagine those eyes looking up at you every day. 💛🏠 ... See MoreSee Less
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Apply to adopt Elle 🌸✨ underhoundrailroad.org/adoption-application/
Love sweet Elle. Took care of her at our shelter. Out in the yard she ran around like a young pup. I hope u find your family❤️🐾
🙏 for her, we got our dog from you and he is fantastic, he’s Little tired right now but he’s doing great!
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Happy Valentine’s Day from our little furever Valentine.
Alastor is a cherished furever foster with Underhound Railroad. He has some extra medical needs these days, so he’ll remain right with his foster mom where he’s safe and adored. 🫶
He may be tiny, but the love he gives (and demands) is huge. We’re so grateful we get to be his furever safe place. ❤️🐾 ... See MoreSee Less
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Bruno update! 🐾 We’re still working to reach our goal to cover Bruno’s emergency visit to repair the tendon in his paw.
We still need $1065 to fully cover his bill.
Bruno is such a champ. ❤️ He’s recovering well, trying very hard to be active, and only has a slight limp as he continues healing. He’s absolutely on the right path to recovery and hopefully to finding his furever home, too.
If you can help us close the gap or share his story, it means more than you know.
👉 givebutter.com/bruno-er
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Tinkerbell soaking up the sweetest cuddle time with her foster grandma while proudly rocking her new pittie pajamas covered in butterflies and flowers. 🦋
This long timer is full of love, snuggles, and loyalty. She’s had professional training, continues working on her skills with her foster family, and is more than ready to share moments like this with a furever family of her own.
💰 $150 of her adoption fee has been sponsored!
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Apply to adopt Tinkerbell 🧡🦋 underhoundrailroad.org/adoption-application/
Such a doll baby with so much love to give!
Tinkerbell is adorable. I can't understand why she hasn't been adopted. If I didn't already have one that looks almost like her, I adopt her!
Tillie found her furever home right before the New Year, and we couldn’t be happier for her! Her adopters shared their appreciation for the rescue and had the kindest words about Tillie's foster mom, saying she was wonderful to work with and truly one in a million. We’re so excited for Tillie as she starts this next chapter surrounded by love. Happy tails Tillie! ❤️🏠 ... See MoreSee Less
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She looks so happy 🤗
Best of the rest of your life Tillie! You are such a special little lady and Nova, Noodles and I miss you!❤️ Tillie’s new family is the best ever!!
So thrilled that Tillie found her fur-ever home. Yippee!
Bruno had emergency surgery Thursday night. 🐾
He severely cut his front paw and had to be rushed to the ER, where he went under anesthesia for surgical repair. He’s home now and expected to fully recover, but the bill came to just over $2,000. 🩺
If you can help us cover this unexpected cost, we’d be so grateful. And if you can’t donate, a share helps more than you know.
👉 givebutter.com/bruno-er
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Bruno's Injured Paw -- Help Us Pay the Vet Bills
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How is he doing?
Oh no Bruno!
Poor Bruno!
📅 2026 Calendars Are Still Available! 📅
We still have a limited number of 2026 Underhound Railroad calendars left and they’re now available at a reduced cost!
Chief is our cover boy! 🌟 You’ll see his handsome face on the front, and yes, he is available for adoption.
Supporting the rescue and meeting your future best friend? We love a win-win.
👉 Order yours here:
www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/underhound-railroads-east-coast-dogs-2026-calendar
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Sweet Biscuit is 12 years old and has been with Underhound Railroad since 2021. She continues to surprise us with every birthday she celebrates. Despite her cancer diagnosis, she’s doing well and just keeps trucking along. 🫶
As a furever foster, Biscuit is exactly where she’s meant to be. Her devoted foster mom makes sure she stays comfortable, healthy, and surrounded by love, including this cozy bed generously gifted by Mona Pants, which Biscuit is clearly enjoying. ✨ ... See MoreSee Less
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So sweet
Right before the New Year, Pinky was officially adopted by her foster family. This sweet pocket pittie spent time settling in, and it became clear she was exactly where she belonged. We love when a foster home turns into a furever home. 🫶 Here’s to a new year and happy tails Pinky! ❤️🏠 ... See MoreSee Less
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Congrats
Yay Pinky! 💜
Yay!!
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