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!
Olaf and Sven Need Your Help! 🐾
Yesterday was supposed to be their last day. 💔 Thankfully, these sweet boys have been given another chance! Now, they just need a safe place to land.
Olaf and Sven are 5 year old shy boys who need a little time to warm up, but once they do, their sweet personalities shine through. Both have done well in dog tests at the shelter and can be fostered either together or separately.
What they need most is someone patient and loving to help them feel safe and build their confidence.They also need to gain some weight and become healthy again, and a foster home is the first step toward their recovery
📍 Location: Triangle area, North Carolina
If you’ve been considering fostering, now is the time. These boys need a second chance at life, and YOU could be the one to give it to them.
👉 Apply to foster here: underhoundrailroad.org/foster-application/
📩 For serious inquiries, you can also message this page directly. ... See MoreSee Less
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Last chance! 🐾 Today is the final day to take part in our BOGO fundraiser with Pittie Clothing Company! Your purchase of adorable doggy PJs or muscle tees will help keep our rescue pups cozy this winter. Each one you buy means one is donated to Underhound Railroad!
Check out the cute prints (and matching human options!) at www.pittieclothing.com and don’t forget to use code UNDERHOUND24 at checkout.
Let’s end this fundraiser strong and keep our pups warm, stylish, and ready for their furever homes! 💙 ... See MoreSee Less
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Who needs some jammies? Everyone in this weather! 🐾
We’ve partnered with our friends at Pittie Clothing Company for their Buy One, Give One event! Your pup gets adorable jammies, and a rescue dog at Underhound Railroad gets one too!
Just look at Walter, one of our adopted pups, rocking his BOGO pajamas that were gifted through this amazing program! 🥰 Doesn’t he look cozy and cute?
Check out their cute prints (and matching human options!) at www.pittieclothing.com.
🛒 Now through Sunday, November 19th, use code UNDERHOUND24 at checkout. For every doggy PJ or muscle tee you purchase, one will be donated to our rescue pups. ... See MoreSee Less
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Dove is over the moon with her new cuddler bed and other goodies! She snuggled right in and is so happy to have a cozy spot all to herself.Thanks to the amazing support from her Wishlist Wednesday, your kindness has made this sweet girl feel extra loved! 🥰
This affectionate girl loves car rides and has a blast collecting squeaky toys. Dove can’t wait to share her playful, loving spirit with a family of her own. 🏠
📍 Dove is currently being foster in Maine.
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Aw, I love Dove and the generous people who have showered her with goodies. 😊
Aww she is so pretty❣️
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📣 Starting today, our BOGO (Buy One, Give One) event kicks off! This fundraiser will help us provide cozy PJs and muscle tees for the pups in our rescue, keeping them warm for the upcoming cold season and giving them a little extra charm to help them find forever homes.
Important Details 👇
🐾 Shop at pittieclothing.com
🐾 Use our special discount code at checkout: UNDERHOUND24
🐾 For each doggy PJ or muscle tee purchased with this code, Pittie Clothing Co. will donate another to our rescue!
Thank you for supporting Underhound Railroad. Together, we’re making a difference for these amazing dogs! 🩷💜💙 ... See MoreSee Less
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I plan to buy some! Our "house hippos" have a unique build and also not the warmest coat. I'm going to let my son pick the pattern. 🙂
Love Pittie Clothing Company! Just ordered 3 of my girls outfits to put with their Christmas presents 🥰
Rogue is a huge fan of Pittie Clothing Company!
Celebrate Veterans Day with us by taking the day to honor those who served. To veterans everywhere, thank you! ... We extend a special thank you to David Parkins (pictured on the right), a United States veteran and devoted dog transporter for Underhound Railroad and many other rescues in the area. On the left, Bruno, our handsome blue and white pittie, is wearing his American flag bandana in support of our veterans. This lovable, loyal companion is available for adoption at www.underhoundrailroad.org. ... See MoreSee Less
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Love this handsome guy!!!!
We’re happy to share that Everest and Edmund have found their furever home, right with their foster dad! Now named Chopper and Toji, these two have been with him since day one, creating an incredible bond and companionship along the way. Adoptive dad cared for momma Elsa and the entire E-specially Cute litter from the start, so it’s only fitting that these boys have officially become a part of his family. We couldn’t be happier for Chopper, Toji, and their amazing dad as they begin this wonderful new chapter together! Happy tails! 🏠♥️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Rocky says Hi to his brothers❤️
So sweet for foster dad to adopt this handsome duo! Yea! ❤️
Oh my gosh. !!! Love it! Congratulations to all of you ❤️
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Meet Minnie & Mabel 🐶🐶 These sweet 3 month old sisters are ready to find their forever homes! Minnie and Mabel each bring their own special charm, and both would make wonderful additions to loving families. Let’s get to know them!
🌼 Minnie – This adorable pup has a tan coat with a tiny white mark above her nose and a unique bobbed tail! Minnie is a cuddle bug who loves snuggling up for cozy naps and gets along great with other dogs in her foster home. She’s playful yet gentle—perfect for anyone looking for a sweet, snuggly friend.
🌺 Mabel – With her beautiful tan brindle coat and bobbed tail, Mabel is a social butterfly who adores people and her foster siblings. She’s full of puppy energy and would thrive in an active home with plenty of playtime. Mabel is working hard on her potty and crate training and just needs a bit of patience to become a pro!
📍 Both Minnie and Mabel are being fostered in North Carolina and can be transported along the East Coast as far north as Maine.
📝 If you're looking to welcome an adorable new family member, Minnie and Mabel are here to fill your home with love and joy! Send in your application now at ↘️ underhoundrailroad.org/adoption-application/ ... See MoreSee Less
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⭐ Wishlist Wednesday for Dove! ⭐
Dove’s journey has been one of courage and love. She was found as a stray, sheltering her newborn puppies underneath a shed. Now that all her puppies are in loving adoptive homes, it’s finally Dove’s turn to shine and find a furever family! ✨
Dove is a playful one year old hound who adores the company of other dogs, enjoys outdoor adventures, and loves a good walk. After a day of exploring, Dove is happiest when she can curl up in a cozy bed—her favorite fuzzy one got plenty of puppy love, so a new one would make her feel extra special. She’d also have fun with some squeaky or rope toys to bring out her playful spirit. 🥎🧸
If you'd like to help make Dove’s days cozier and brighter while she waits for her furever home, check out her Amazon Wishlist: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1UMCPJEZAQN39 ... See MoreSee Less
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The hedgehog toy kicked back an error about not shipping to the gift address, otherwise Miss Dove should have a few goodies on the way
Dove is super affectionate, loves to go for rides and loves loves loves to collect squeaky toys! She has been a joy to foster❤️
Here are some of the goodies that came for Dove today! Her new bed is so fluffy! I’ll take a picture once she curls up in it! Dove and I thank you all for the welcomed goodies ❤️
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