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!
📅🐾 Last year, Chief won a spot in our rescue calendar, and now that his month has finally arrived, he's flashing his signature smile and hoping it brings him a little extra luck.
Chief has been waiting patiently for his furever family, and we can't imagine a better time for someone to fall in love with this handsome boy. He’s goofy, affectionate, loves a good game of fetch, and has a way of making everyone around him smile. 😁
Could June be the month Chief finally finds the home he's been dreaming of? 🏡✨ We sure hope so.
Until then, he'll keep being the happy, lovable, toy-chasing good boy we all know and adore. 💙🐶
Interested in adopting Chief? The link to our adoption application can be found in the comments.
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Apply to adopt Chief here ↙️🐶 underhoundrailroad.org/adoption-application/
I hope he finds his fur-ever home soon!
Prayers for Chief
Nolan found his way back to the rescue through no fault of his own, and while we were surprised this cute little guy didn’t get much interest after being returned, it turns out there was a reason for that all along.
His foster mom quickly realized Nolan was already home. He became her little Velcro dog, always close by and completely in love with his big doggie brothers too.
Now officially part of the family, Nolan has a lifetime of adventures, cuddles, and love ahead of him. We couldn’t be happier for this sweet boy. Happy tails Nolan! 🏠❤️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Wishing everyone a safe and peaceful Memorial Day. ❤️🐾
Chief has been enjoying a nice mix of playtime, walks, and well earned naps this weekend. He’s always up for an adventure, but he definitely appreciates a cozy place to recharge after. 💙
Chief is available for adoption and would love a furever family to spend weekends like this with.
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Learn more and apply to adopt Tinkerbell on our web site: underhoundrailroad.org/product/tinkerbell/
Happy National Rescue Dog Day 🐾💙
Today, we celebrate the dogs who got a second chance and the people who made that possible. From scared strays to beloved family members, every rescue story starts with someone saying “yes” to helping.
Rescue is early mornings, vet visits, transport runs, adoption applications, messy houses, happy tails, and sometimes heartbreak too. But it’s also watching a dog learn what love feels like for the very first time.
To our fosters, adopters, volunteers, donors, supporters, and fellow rescue advocates: thank you for helping us change lives, one dog at a time. 🫶
And to the dogs still waiting... your people are out there. ❤️
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Forever grateful that you introduced us to our Bentley (Monty when you rescued him) back in 2014. We estimated him to be about 8 months old when he adopted us, so we chose July 14, 2013 as his birthday. He will be 13 this July. Thank you, Underhound Railroad🐾🖤
Although she is no longer with me, Roxy was the best! I got her from you guys 13 + years ago.
Tinkerbell is taking her recovery very seriously… especially the part about resting on the couch and collecting extra attention. 🩹🐾💖
After hurting her paw, this sweet girl is now on antibiotics and pain medication and being cared for by her foster family. Cone aside, Tinkerbell is still the same loving, loyal cuddlebug she’s always been. ☺️
This long timer has received professional training, continues working on her skills in foster care, and is more than ready to find a furever family to spoil her through life’s little bumps along the way. ✨
💰 $150 of her adoption fee has been sponsored!
Could your home be the happy ending Tinkerbell has been waiting for?
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She is adorable!!
Poor baby ... hate those cones. I hope she heals quickly & is adopted soon. (Looks a lot like my Dixie.)
Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms out there - especially the dog moms, foster moms, adopters, and volunteers who open their hearts and homes to dogs like Chief. 💖🐾
Chief is still waiting for a furever family of his own, but in the meantime he’s soaking up all the love and cozy moments he can get. We know his perfect match is out there somewhere.
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He's so adorable! His fur-ever home is right around the corner! ❤️
🎉 We are excited to announce that for the third year in a row, our amazing Underhound Railroad volunteer WINTER PAGE is raising money for our rescue dogs in partnership with Pier 1 Pizza & Pub in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, and with Tito’s Handmade Vodka.
For the entire month of May, for every dog-themed specialty shot sold, Pier 1 Pizza is donating $1, and Tito’s is matching every dollar up to $500. 🐾
And on May 12th, head over to Pier 1 Pizza for Winter’s Birthday Millennial Trivia Night, where she’ll be donating ALL of her tips straight to the rescue! Wow! Underhound Railroad is honored to have such generous supporters ❤🐾🥹 ... See MoreSee Less
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Chief felt so loved for his birthday! 🎉🐶
Thank you to everyone who sent gifts from his wishlist. He received some amazing goodies including his Lambchop stuffie, a bag of food, and a cot (pictured), plus treats, a Kong, and a ball. 💙 We don’t know who all the gifts came from, but we truly appreciate every bit of support.
His foster is especially excited about the cot and has already been working on "place" and "break" commands with him. We can’t wait to share videos soon of Chief showing off his new skills! 🐾
Chief is still available for adoption and would love a family of his own to keep learning and growing with. 🏡
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Apply to adopt Chief here ↙️🐶 underhoundrailroad.org/adoption-application/