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!
⏰ Only a few hours left! ⏰
We’re in the home stretch of our Holiday Auction and bidding wraps up tonight at midnight. If you haven’t taken a look yet (or have a few items you’re still watching), now’s the time to jump in. 🎄🛍️
We’re also sharing a photo of Tinkerbell, one of our sweet adoptables who’s been waiting far too long for her perfect home. Supporting the auction helps pups like her every single day, and we’re so grateful. 💛🐾
👉 Here’s the auction link:
www.facebook.com/groups/uhrrholidayauction2025/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
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Do you remember the tiny 4 week old puppy we rescued? That little baby has officially found her furever family! 🎉 Daisy has grown into a fun, spirited pup and is already living her best life. She’s even been out to a few breweries with her new family and is making friends everywhere she goes! Cheers and happy tails Daisy! 🏠❤️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy news!!
Yay, Daisy! Enjoy your fur-ever home, Sweetie!
Happy Life Daisy❤️
Pinky hopes you are staying cozy this #GivingTuesday, friends! 🧶
Today Underhound Railroad is raising funds to continue our work saving dogs in need and giving them a second chance. Your donation will help us to provide each dog with essentials like food and medications, veterinary care, behavioral training and transport.
You can also help us by commenting on and sharing our posts, volunteering, and adopting! Whatever you are able to do, WE THANK YOU!
To donate, you can use any of these options:
📬 Mail a check: Underhound Railroad, PO Box 1371, Morrisville, NC 27560
💳 Credit card: www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/support-underhound-railroad-this-giving-tuesday
💻 Paypal: www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=3DNFBEML5JP9Q
🛍️ Buy something from our virtual holiday auction, going on now!
www.facebook.com/groups/uhrrholidayauction2025
To volunteer, please fill out the interest form on our website:
🔗 underhoundrailroad.org/volunteer-info/
🏠 Pinky is available for adoption at underhoundrailroad.org/product/pinky/
Thank you! 🐾❤️
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Bruno knows there's only one more sleep 💤 until Giving Tuesday.❤️
Here’s how you can take part:
🪙Donate: Your support helps us fund our mission of giving dogs in dire circumstances a second chance at life.
📩Share: Spread the word with your friends, family, and community.
🙋Volunteer: Your time and skills can help keep us going.
To donate, you can use any of these options, any time:
📬 Mail a check: Underhound Railroad, PO Box 1371, Morrisville, NC 27560
💳 Credit card: www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/support-underhound-railroad-this-giving-tuesday
💻 Paypal: www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=3DNFBEML5JP9Q
To volunteer, please fill out our interest form on our website:
🔗 underhoundrailroad.org/volunteer-info/
🐾 Thank you from Underhound Railroad! 🐾
🏠Bruno is available for adoption at underhoundrailroad.org/product/bruno/
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🤍Tinkerbell is here to tell you that after Black Friday and Cyber Monday comes Giving Tuesday! Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity where millions come together to support causes that matter. Across North America, this movement helps nonprofits like our rescue continue to do important work.
Here’s how you can take part:
🪙Donate: Every dollar counts. Your support this Giving Tuesday helps us fund our mission of giving dogs in dire circumstances a second chance at life.
📩Share: Spread the word with your friends, family, and community.
🙋Volunteer: Your time and skills can help keep us going!
To donate, you can use any of these options, any time:
📬 Mail a check: Underhound Railroad, PO Box 1371, Morrisville, NC 27560
💳 Credit card: www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/support-underhound-railroad-this-giving-tuesday
💻 Paypal: www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=3DNFBEML5JP9Q
To volunteer, please fill out our interest form on our website:
🔗 underhoundrailroad.org/volunteer-info/
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Tinkerbell is such a cutie pie!
We have a few of our awesome rescue dog 2026 calendars left! You can get your copy by going to our Holiday Auction and bidding on one. Just scroll down to the calendar listing and add a comment with the amount of your bid. ... See MoreSee Less
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Head over to our auction to get your calendar: www.facebook.com/groups/uhrrholidayauction2025
Have you seen? Our Holiday Auction is LIVE and it’s the best kind of Black Friday shopping! 🎉
No lines, no chaos, just amazing festive goodies, handmade items, pet themed gifts, and unique finds… all while supporting the dogs in our care. 💛
👉 Shop the auction here:
www.facebook.com/groups/uhrrholidayauction2025/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
Jump in, start bidding, and snag something special this Black Friday all for a great cause! 🎄🛍️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Go to the auction at: www.facebook.com/groups/uhrrholidayauction2025/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
We hope everyone has had a wonderful Thanksgiving so far! 🧡🍂 Our pups have spent the day enjoying extra cuddles and all the cozy vibes. Adoptable Chief especially wanted to send a little Thanksgiving cheer your way!
We’re grateful for every foster, adopter, volunteer, and supporter who makes days like this possible for our dogs. Wishing you all a peaceful, warm rest of your holiday! 🐾🦃 ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy Thanksgiving. Thank you for all you do 💖🐾💖
Chief is the best boy!
While many of us are celebrating with family, food, and cozy moments, Elle is still waiting for something she’s never had... a family of her very own. She’s been with our rescue since February, and every day she shows us how gentle, loving, and patient she truly is.
Elle is an 8 year old Lab mix who loves sunshine, snuggles, and quiet companionship. She gets along well with other dogs, enjoys calm homes, and would also be perfectly happy as your one and only. She’s currently being fostered in North Carolina, but transport is available to her furever home.
If you have room at your table… or your couch… or your heart… maybe this is the season Elle finally gets chosen. 🧡
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Elle is so ready to fill your home with love and her sweet companionship.
She is the sweetest girl that I took care of at our shelter.