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, South Carolina and Utah.
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!
Birdie is giving us her best pose and honestly, we get it. A queen like her deserves a furever throne! 👑 This sweet, playful girl is currently crashing with a temporary foster while her full time foster is on vacation, and she is doing great! Birdie is loving, dog and cat friendly lady who ready for her furever family. 🩷
Ready to adopt Birdie? underhoundrailroad.org/adoption-application/
Not looking to adopt? Fostering changes lives, just ask Birdie! Apply to foster here! 👇
underhoundrailroad.org/foster-application/
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Boomer has made his big trip from North Carolina all the way to Maine and is settling into his new foster home! 🚗💨 We are happy to share that he is doing great and so far, there has been no change in the bone mass on his head. We will continue to keep an eye on it, but things are looking stable for now. ❤️ On this Memorial Day, we are especially thankful for the heroes we honor today, and for all of you who have supported Boomer along the way. ... See MoreSee Less
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Also thanks to his NC family who took Boomer and Birdie in and got them started on their journey and hopefully to their forever homes! ❤️
He is with the best family💗
Boomer is enjoying Maine so far exploring his new surroundings! He has two dog friends at his new foster family - one is kind of bossy and the other one kind of ignores him - but he is learning and getting lots of love and treats from his new people. 🐶❤️
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Aurora has officially found her furever home! She’s living the good life with her new dad, who is in pre-vet school, so you know she is in great hands. We are so excited for Aurora and her new adventure. Happy tails Aurora. 🏠❤️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Yay Aurora! So happy you found your fur-ever home! 💖
Lyra has found her furever home and a brand new name. Now known as Tuna, this lucky girl was adopted by an amazing mom and dad who are head over heels for her. With no other pets in the house, Tuna gets to soak up all the love and attention and she’s definitely not complaining! Happy tails! 🏠❤️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Tuna thinking, it'll take me 3 days to get them in a routine. Within the week, we'll start training!
❤️ Congratulations!!
So cute! Congrats to all! ❤️
We still need to raise $1,600 to finish covering Maverick's emergency weekend stay in the ICU. 🏥 If you can spare a few dollars or even just share his story it will bring us that much closer to the finish line. Every bit truly helps. Thank you for being a part of Maverick's journey. 🫶 ... See MoreSee Less
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Meet Remi 💙 This 6 month old pup is the total package! He is sweet, smart, and ready for adventure. With his bright eyes and sleek black coat, Remi is just as handsome as he is lovable. 🥰 He’s currently being fostered with a professional dog trainer, where he spends his days hiking, exploring, and learning the ropes of being a well rounded pup. Remi is already potty trained, has basic obedience, and is crate trained. He’s eager to learn and picks up new skills quickly! ⭐ Remi is also a social butterfly - great with kids, friendly with other dogs, and absolutely loves water. Whether he's splashing in a stream or curling up for snuggles, he brings joy wherever he goes. This playful, gentle, and adventurous pup is ready to find his furever family. 🏡
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Hope Remi finds his fur-ever home quickly! So cute!
So cute
Don’t forget! All month long, you can drink for a cause at Pier 1 Pizza! 🥂🐾🍕
www.facebook.com/share/16YZeTXh8N/Cheers to a cause all month long at Pier 1 Pizza! 📣
We are so excited to share that Pier 1 Pizza is teaming up with Tito’s Handmade Vodka to support Underhound Railroad all month long and it is all in honor of a very special birthday! 🧁 This fundraiser is close to our hearts, as Winter from Pier 1 Pizza adopted her beloved pups Mowgli and KiKi through Underhound Railroad and she is giving back in a sweet way! 🍹
Here is how you can get involved:
⭐ Order any featured Tito’s cocktail – Tito’s will match $1 for every cocktail sold!
⭐ Join us for Trivia Night on May 13th – Winter is generously donating her birthday tips to Underhound! ⭐ Bring your friends, raise a glass, and help rescue dogs in need – all while enjoying great food and drinks!
Drink for a cause, celebrate with friends and help dogs in need all month long at Pier 1 Pizza! 🫶
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We are over the moon to share that Luna has been adopted! This sweet girl is now living her best life with a loving family who takes her on trail walks and gives her all the love she could ask for. She has two doggie siblings to play with and keep her company too! Happy tails Luna! 🏠❤️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Enjoy beautiful Luna!! Blessings Family!! ❤️❤️❤️🐾
Yay, Luna! So thrilled that she found her fur-ever home! Yippee!
Happy tails Luna!
Say hello to newest Underhound! 👋 Loki is a little guy weighing in at just 16lbs. This petite boy was found wandering alone and brought into a county shelter as a stray. He is now safe with us and settling into rescue life. 🛟 Stay tuned for updates as Loki begins his journey to a furever family! ... See MoreSee Less
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Cutie pie! ❤️
We fly them to new families out of state!
Looks like one I fostered many years ago
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