My name is Claire!

Thank you for stopping by to see me!  Please fill out an application to set up  a private meeting. 

Hi there, I’m Claire! I’m a shy and timid 4-year-old terrier, and I weigh about 19 pounds. Although I am very shy, I am sweet and gentle when I feel safe, just know that may take time and patience. Right now, I get nervous around loud noises or too much commotion, and I’m still learning to trust the world around me. If you’re patient with me, I promise I’ll warm up and show you how brave I can be.

I do need a fenced yard in my forever home as I am not leash trained. I freeze and don’t know what to do! Also, I love having the space in a yard to spend time with the other dogs. I’m crate trained and find comfort in small spaces, like my kennel or the cozy bed in the corner. When it’s time to eat, I’m a bit shy about finishing my food if someone’s watching, but I never leave a bite behind—especially if it’s something yummy like cheese or meats! Oh, and I can’t resist a little wet food or an egg in the morning.

I’d feel much more comfortable in a home with another dog, especially a confident one my size who can help me gain some confidence. I’m really just looking for a calm, peaceful home with someone who’s patient and kind. I have so much potential to grow into a more relaxed and secure dog with the right person by my side.

All I need is love, patience and some time to adjust. Maybe you’re the one who can help me come out of my shell?

*Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.  

If you have other questions about me you can email Underdog Rescue at <inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com>

ADOPTION EVENTS:     

Adoption events are updated at the top of each dogs animals' as their foster home signs up. Check back for updates on which events they will be attending. If an event is not listed within their bio above, the animal is not planning to attend.  Please understand that all of our pets are in volunteer foster homes and sometimes "life" happens and the foster family cannot make it to their scheduled adoption event. If you are traveling from a far distance to meet a specific animal, please understand we cannot guarantee event attendance. We recommend filling out an application and we will set up a private appointment. Private appointments are only scheduled after an application is submitted and approved.

ADOPTION PROCEDURE:

FOSTER CARE:

All of our animals are fostered in individual homes or doggie daycare facilities. While they are in our care, they are part of our families and given lots of love. We work on training, crate-training and socialization prior to adoption, but each bio is written by the foster as they see them, in their home. Each animal's behavior is evaluated and we have a sense of its temperament and personality, but it cannot be guaranteed. We look for adopters who will give each animal the wonderful life and permanent home that he or she deserves in time and with patience.  If you have an interest and ability to be a foster home, please visit our website  www.underdogrescuemn.com/foster-applications  and fill out a foster application.

NUTRITION:

Nutrition is vital to the rehabilitation and life-long health of our pets.  All of our foster animals are fed a premium diet such as NutriSource, Canidae, Orijen, Nature's Variety, Fromm, Pure Vita, Stella and Chewy's, Primal, or balanced raw diet.  All adopters are required to continue providing premium diets for the life of the animal.

YOU CAN HELP:

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