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“Underhound Railroad was exceptional during our entire rescue adoption process. The foster home was wonderful and we were able to get all our questions answered. They went above and beyond to help is find the right rescue to add to our existing family and our current rescue dog. They made sure our home was safe and secure so that when we decided, we were all sure it was the right choice for us. We rescued our girl in December and couldn’t be happier! Thank you for your help adding an amazing new member to our home!”
– Donna

“Penny (now our “little one”, Piccola) came to us after two weeks with her wonderful foster parents. It was a whirlwind romance–we fell for that adorable little pit face the moment we saw her. We don’t want to think too much about what Piccola went through before Underhound Railroad rescued her, took care of her, and brought her our way, but we plan to do everything to make the rest of her life as wonderful as possible. Thank you for stepping in when Piccola needed it! You’re organization is outstanding to work with and doing something exceptional.”

– Ric

“We adopted our dog four years ago through Underhound Railroad. I was able to learn a lot about her from her foster and we were able to see that this dog would be a good match for us. Underhound volunteers take wonderful care of the dogs and pups they bring up from the south to save them from euthanasia. And that includes providing lots of love and patience as well as physical care. I wouldn’t hesitate to adopt another dog from Underhound Railroad.”

– Maryann

“I’ve adopted two wonderful dogs through this agency. They’ve been two of the best companions that I could ever ask for. The volunteers were always a delight to speak with and always putting the best interest of the dog before anything else.”

– Ryan

“Excellent, caring, ethical and well directed rescue. I have fostered dogs for them, evaluated dogs on their behalf in shelters and assisted with pulling those dogs for the rescue, and even adopted one of the dogs I fostered. Highly recommend.”

– Samantha

“Underhound Railroad helped to bring us a wonderful little pup after my husband and I suddenly and unexpectedly lost one of our precious fur babies. Everyone involved worked to hard and quickly to make sure all of the potential adopters and fosters were matched with the perfect Underhound. Our dog has been such a joy for us and if ever we find ourselves looking for another furbaby… Underhound Railroad is going to be the first place we look!”

– Courtney

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⭐ It's Tillie's turn for Wishlist Wednesday ⭐

This 6 month old cutie has been stealing hearts everywhere she goes. With her soft brownish-red coat and those soulful eyes, she’s as sweet as she is adorable. 💕

Tillie is currently being fostered in Maine, where she’s loving life by exploring the outdoors, going on camping adventures, and soaking up all the snuggles she can get. ⛺️

To help Tillie stay cozy and happy while she waits for her furever home, we’ve added a few of her favorite things to her wishlist — toys, treats, and a warm jacket for those chilly Maine days. 🍃

🛒 Send Tillie some love here:
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1TA8J13M08ZSP?ref_=wl_share

Every gift helps her feel a little more spoiled and loved while she waits for her next big adventure.
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⭐ Its Tillies turn for Wishlist Wednesday ⭐

This 6 month old cutie has been stealing hearts everywhere she goes. With her soft brownish-red coat and those soulful eyes, she’s as sweet as she is adorable. 💕

Tillie is currently being fostered in Maine, where she’s loving life by exploring the outdoors, going on camping adventures, and soaking up all the snuggles she can get. ⛺️

To help Tillie stay cozy and happy while she waits for her furever home, we’ve added a few of her favorite things to her wishlist — toys, treats, and a warm jacket for those chilly Maine days. 🍃

🛒 Send Tillie some love here:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1TA8J13M08ZSP?ref_=wl_share

Every gift helps her feel a little more spoiled and loved while she waits for her next big adventure.

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Oh my gosh ... Tillie is adorable!

Looking for a loyal, loving sidekick with just the right mix of play and snuggles? Meet Tinkerbell! 💖

This 5 year old pittie beauty has a sleek black coat, bright eyes, and a heart full of love. She’s playful, affectionate, and always eager to be part of whatever her people are doing. Tinkerbell loves playing with toys, chasing the water hose, and soaking up every bit of attention that comes her way. When playtime’s over, she’s all about curling up for cozy cuddles and quiet time. 🫶

Tinkerbell has received professional training and is currently getting a refresher to keep building her skills. She’s eager to please, and thrives with structure and consistency. She’s crate and house trained, walks nicely on leash, and loves enrichment toys like Kongs filled with peanut butter or yogurt.

She adores people, does well with respectful kids, and could happily be your one and only or share her home with a calm, easygoing dog after slow introductions. 🐶

Her adoption fee is partially sponsored ($150 covered!). Tinkerbell is currently being fostered in NC and she can be transported to her furever home!

Ready to welcome this sweet, loving girl into your life? 🐾 Link to our adoption can be found in the comments below! 👇
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Looking for a loyal, loving sidekick with just the right mix of play and snuggles? Meet Tinkerbell! 💖

This 5 year old pittie beauty has a sleek black coat, bright eyes, and a heart full of love. She’s playful, affectionate, and always eager to be part of whatever her people are doing. Tinkerbell loves playing with toys, chasing the water hose, and soaking up every bit of attention that comes her way. When playtime’s over, she’s all about curling up for cozy cuddles and quiet time. 🫶

Tinkerbell has received professional training and is currently getting a refresher to keep building her skills. She’s eager to please, and thrives with structure and consistency. She’s crate and house trained, walks nicely on leash, and loves enrichment toys like Kongs filled with peanut butter or yogurt.

She adores people, does well with respectful kids, and could happily be your one and only or share her home with a calm, easygoing dog after slow introductions. 🐶

Her adoption fee is partially sponsored ($150 covered!). Tinkerbell is currently being fostered in NC and she can be transported to her furever home! 

Ready to welcome this sweet, loving girl into your life? 🐾 Link to our adoption can be found in the comments below! 👇

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📩 Apply to adopt Tinkerbell here! underhoundrailroad.org/adoption-application/

Tinkerbell is adorable! Hope she finds her fur-ever home quickly!

She is so cute! Love her big brown eyes.

3 days ago

From a shelter in North Carolina to his furever home in Maine, Mike's journey has come full circle! 💚 Now named Arlo (after The Good Dinosaur), he’s already been to the beach, collected crab shells, met the neighbors, watched sunrises, and even enjoyed live music at the local ice cream shop! 🎶🍦His new family says he’s super sweet, loves belly rubs, and will be starting doggy training. Happy tails! 🏠❤️ ... See MoreSee Less

From a shelter in North Carolina to his furever home in Maine, Mikes journey has come full circle! 💚 Now named Arlo (after The Good Dinosaur), he’s already been to the beach, collected crab shells, met the neighbors, watched sunrises, and even enjoyed live music at the local ice cream shop! 🎶🍦His new family says he’s super sweet, loves belly rubs, and will be starting doggy training. Happy tails! 🏠❤️

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Thank you so much for adopting❤️

Gotta love Maine! Yeah!!

Yay, Arlo, for finding your fur-ever home. Yippee!

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Congratulations to our top 12 entries in our calendar photo contest! Each of them will be featured on their own month, with Chief, our #1 dog being featured on the cover as well. We send a big thank you to ALL who participated in the contest, whether with entries, voting, or sharing. And did you know ... YOU can reserve your dog's thumbnail photo spot in the calendar at gogo.photo/go39. Hurry, spots will fill up fast!

🎃 Fallin’ for Faline 🍂

Faline is soaking up the October vibes with the pumpkins and looking absolutely adorable! 🧡 This 2 yearn old, 10 pound Chihuahua mix has long legs, a playful personality, and a heart full of love.

She’s crate trained, has great potty manners, and would love a home with another small, playful dog and a fenced-in yard to explore. Faline’s ready to find her furever family to share cozy fall days and belly rubs with! 🐾

📍 Currently being fostered in North Carolina and available to transport to her furever home.

🏠 Link to the adoption application can be found in the comments below!
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🎃 Fallin’ for Faline 🍂 

Faline is soaking up the October vibes with the pumpkins and looking absolutely adorable! 🧡 This 2 yearn old, 10 pound Chihuahua mix has long legs, a playful personality, and a heart full of love.

She’s crate trained, has great potty manners, and would love a home with another small, playful dog and a fenced-in yard to explore. Faline’s ready to find her furever family to share cozy fall days and belly rubs with! 🐾 

📍 Currently being fostered in North Carolina and available to transport to her furever home. 

🏠 Link to the adoption application can be found in the comments below!

3 CommentsComment on Facebook

📩 Apply to adopt Faline here! underhoundrailroad.org/adoption-application/

Oh so cute

Precious❤️

2 weeks ago

Ellie came to Underhound Railroad as an underweight stray, but when she kept gaining weight, we realized she had a surprise. She was pregnant! 😱 She was an amazing mom, and once her pups were off to new homes, it was finally her turn. ❤️

Now Ellie’s living her best life with her furever family! Her adopter shares that Ellie is happy, loved, and gets along great with her furry siblings. Happy tails! ❤️🏠
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Ellie came to Underhound Railroad as an underweight stray, but when she kept gaining weight, we realized she had a surprise. She was pregnant! 😱 She was an amazing mom, and once her pups were off to new homes, it was finally her turn. ❤️

Now Ellie’s living her best life with her furever family! Her adopter shares that Ellie is happy, loved, and gets along great with her furry siblings. Happy tails! ❤️🏠

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Beaitiful

Yeah for Ellie and her wonderful family, congratulations!

Aw, she looks so relaxed and content!

Our 2026 East Coast Rescue Dog Calendar Contest ends tomorrow, Saturday, October 4th at 10:00 AM ⏰

🐶 Enter your rescue pup or cast your votes before the deadline — after 10 AM, entries and voting will close!
💵 Each vote is just $1 and every dollar supports the dogs and puppies in Underhound Railroad’s care.
🗓️ The Top 12 will be featured in our 2026 calendar, and you can also purchase a grid space to honor your own pup.

Don’t miss out on celebrating rescue dogs while helping others still waiting for their chance! ❤️

👉 Vote or enter here: www.gogophotocontest.com/underhoundrailroad
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Our 2026 East Coast Rescue Dog Calendar Contest ends tomorrow, Saturday, October 4th at 10:00 AM ⏰

🐶 Enter your rescue pup or cast your votes before the deadline — after 10 AM, entries and voting will close!
💵 Each vote is just $1 and every dollar supports the dogs and puppies in Underhound Railroad’s care.
🗓️ The Top 12 will be featured in our 2026 calendar, and you can also purchase a grid space to honor your own pup.

Don’t miss out on celebrating rescue dogs while helping others still waiting for their chance! ❤️

👉 Vote or enter here: https://www.gogophotocontest.com/underhoundrailroad
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