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.
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The one of a kind duo, Peppa Pig and Piglet, have been adopted! These sweet sisters were rescued from a hoarding situation in early 2021 and has taken them awhile to find the perfect family. Though it may have taken much longer than expected their foster mom kept pushing to ensure the best match so Peppa Pig and Piglet could continue to flourish. The piggies have settled into their new home and are adjusting even faster than expected. Piglet is already asking for cuddles, while Peppa eagerly explores on walks. The piggies even claimed their spot in the bed! Just checkout these photos that capture how seamlessly the piggies transitioned into their forever home. Happy tails Peppa Pig and Piglet! ❤️🏠
Oh, I am so happy I remember when I had them for an overnight or two in their transition and I think I had Dollie their other sister until she was adopted just sweetheart. I am so happy and look at those beautiful, matching sweaters. Amy Watkins Littlefield These babies are seniors also !
I'm so happy they found their permanent people! I have thought about them for a long time. (I thought they'd already been adopted. I wish I could have taken them, it is just too busy here)
This makes me so happy! The chihuahuas that came from that situation are truly unique. I had the honor of fostering 3 other sisters and just love them all. ❤️❤️❤️ Happy tails Peppa Pig and Piglet!
They look so happy and peaceful ❤️❤️
This makes me so happy!!!
This is amazing!!! 💕💕💕
Underhound doesn't give up. Great job!
Help us name this Pooch! 🐶
www.facebook.com/donate/955340972873504/?fundraiser_source=external_url
Last week we welcomed a sweet young female dog into our rescue. She was found as a stray in a rural area of North Carolina, but now she's safe with us! ❤️ We have put a fun fundraiser together to help cover the cost of her vetting and care. Our goal is $400 and every contribution, big or small, makes a difference in her rescue journey. Once we reach our fundraising goal, everyone who has donated will be entered into a drawing to pick out her new name! 🎉 Imagine being a part of her story from the very beginning by choosing the perfect name for this deserving girl.
Participate in naming this Pooch fundraiser by clicking the link to be routed directly to her fundraiser. ❤️ www.facebook.com/donate/955340972873504/?fundraiser_source=external_url
We are enjoying all the name suggestions! To be entered to choose her name please click the link in the post and make a donation which will go towards vetting and medical bills for her.
Not sure if male or female .. but Foxie is an option .. as pooch resembles a fox 🦊
I see a, Queenie , because she looks like a queen with her head held high and her front legs crossed. Shows royalty. She's beautiful 🥰
Captain Jack
I have filled out adoption application online, my wife and I would love to have this beautiful pup in our home.
Your almost there, Poochie is a perfect name for this sweetie pie.
It's a girl, I was thinking "Shelly".
Cammie? Cameron Indoor Stadium is in Durham, NC.
Goldie Finley Mabel Wren Delta
Chewy/ look at box
I saw the face and instantly thought Brillo
What a love ❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
"Caroline"
So very cute
Butterscotch
Scruffy
Lint or Fuzzy Wuzzy
Aww, so cute!
Scrappy
Fluffy 🩷
Lucky Lucy
Alfie
Millie
Samwise
Urgent Foster Needed in North Carolina! 🐾
A sweet hound mom and her newborn puppies have been living under a shed, and they urgently need a loving foster home to care for them until they find their forever families. 🏡 If you can open your heart and home to provide a safe and nurturing environment for this precious family, please apply to foster using the link below. Medical care and all necessary supplies will be provided by our rescue organization. 🐶
Apply to foster here ⬇️ underhoundrailroad.org/foster-application/
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Hank had been found and safely back in his foster home! ❤️
Friends please share this post as we work to find Hank! 🚨
Missing from Andrew's Landing Rd and Mudham Rd in Wendell North Carolina. Has been missing since 8pm on April 12th! Hank is neutered and microchipped. White Pyrenees Lab mix. Was wearing a black collar with black leash attached. Call 919-971-5741 and 919-630-7818 for sightings.
So glad he is now safe and sound!
Happy National Pet Day! 🐾 To celebrate this special day, we're inviting all our amazing adopters and their Underhound Railroad alumni to share pictures of their furry family members in the comments below! 📸
If you've adopted from us, we'd love for you to join our alumni group and connect with other pet parents who have opened their hearts and homes to our wonderful Underhound rescues. Click the link here to join 👉 www.facebook.com/groups/1660820750707095/?ref=share
Maisy. Adopted 12/31/16 ♥️🐾
Tinsel lives a charmed and spoiled life in Downeast Maine
Kingster!!!!!! Adopted 4/2020
Liza, aka “Boo Bear” ♥️♥️
Ellie May🩷
Lilo
Dobby
Emmett
Alani
Beanie