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Learn why your dog's nose is one of their best behavior tools, and how sniffing can provide mental enrichment, build confidence, and help with relaxation.

Losing a pet is stressful, but acting quickly can make all the difference. Learn what to do if your dog or cat goes missing, who to contact in the Madison area, and how to improve the chances of a safe reunion.

The first introduction between your foster dog and your resident dog can help shape their relationship, so it’s worth taking things slowly. The goal isn’t to make them become best friends immediately—it’s simply to help both dogs feel safe, comfortable, and successful. Here are expert tips from Underdog's dog trainer, Jorge, to help ensure a smooth introduction.

Learn top tips for litter box placement, litter type, cleaning products, and creating a setup that helps cats feel comfortable and thrive.

Dog Anxiety Awareness Month is a great time to better understand separation anxiety in dogs. Underdog’s trainer Jorge shares practical tips to help dogs feel safer when alone.

Fostering saves lives, but many people think they can’t do it. Learn the truth behind common cat fostering myths and how Underdog supports you every step of the way.

Lauren visits Bria, the executive director of Oneida County Humane Society, in Rhinelander. We get a tour of their facility and learn more about what they do at this northern WI shelter which truly supports their community.

April is Heartworm Awareness Month. Learn how heartworm spreads, why year-round prevention matters, and how simple steps can help protect your pet from this preventable disease.

Seeing “FIV positive” on a cat’s profile can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn what FIV really means, how it’s transmitted, and why these cats can live long, happy lives.

Lauren tours this beautiful nonprofit shelter with Jessica and talks with Executive Director, Emily. Animal Harbor works to divert intake from overflowing local municipal shelters, providing an owner surrender option for their community.

Adoption saves lives . Anyone who works in rescue sees that every day. When a dog or cat leaves rescue and enters a home, it represents a second chance. It represents a family choosing to open their door to an animal that needed one. But we cannot adopt our way out of overpopulation. After years of working in rescue, one thing becomes very clear. If we want to reduce the number of animals entering shelters in the first place, spay and neuter has to be foundational. The Reali

What Is Temp Fostering? Underdog Pet Rescue is a foster based rescue located in Madison, Wisconsin. This means we do not have a shelter, and we rely solely on our foster homes to house animals while they wait for adoption. These homes are run by volunteers who balance fostering with work, family, travel, and everything else life brings. At Underdog Pet Rescue , temp fosters provide short-term coverage for a primary foster home. When a foster family has travel plans, becomes

Lauren gets a tour of the conjoined shelters, Coffee County Animal Control and Manchester Animal Control in Tennessee. These are source shelters which Underdog Pet Rescue takes animals from. Special thanks to Mackenzie, Shaun, sweet Jackie, Sam, Denise, and the shelter staff for your time and all you do.

Sam is a FORCE. She works tirelessly to save lives, and is in the trenches by living at a cross section of counties that experience pet overpopulation. She interacts daily with shelters to transfer dogs and cat from rural TN to WI, NY, and Canada. In this episode, Lauren visits with Sam after Sam drove a transport with dozens of pets to our foster network in Madison.

Lauren gets a tour of Franklin County Animal Control in Tennessee. Franklin County Animal Control is a source shelter which Underdog Pet Rescue takes animals from. Special thanks to Sam, Heather, and the Franklin Co. staff for your time and all you do.

Dr. Lindsey is a veterinarian in Madison, WI who leads Madison Street Dog Coalition efforts. She is passionate about volunteering her time and talents to help families experiencing (or at risk of) homelessness. She is a mom, a runner, and determined to create a positive culture within vet med.

Jorge is a rewards based trainer in Madison, WI who founded and runs Divine K-9. He supports Underdog foster pets and adopters to improve their well being, and that of the people who care for them.

Lauren gets a tour of Tullahoma Animal Shelter in Tennessee. Tullahoma is a source shelter which Underdog Pet Rescue takes animals from. Special thanks to Sam and Cheryl for your time and all you do.

Underdog Pet Rescue and Vet Clinic's Medical Director, Lenore Saindon, DVM chats about what it's like being a vet with Underdog. She talks about why she's passionate about helping pets, and how it takes a village to do the work.

Lauren visits one of Underdog Pet Rescue's source shelters, Calhoun County Humane Society, in Anniston, AL. Special thanks to Shelly and Amanda for their time and all the work they to do help the animals at their shelter.