My name is Viking!

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

Hey there, I’m Viking, a 3-year-old Norwegian Elkhound, and I’m on the lookout for a forever home that loves fun, adventure, and maybe a little mischief – hee hee!

Let me tell you a bit about myself: I’m a curious guy, always exploring and figuring out new things. I’ve got a lot of energy, so I love to run around outside and get my zoomies out. One of my favorite games is being chased—so if you like to play, I’m your guy! I’m also really into toys and bones, and I could spend hours playing with them. I also love to perch on the back of the couch and look out the front window to watch the neighbors. 

I’m working on my social skills and can be a little shy when meeting new people, but once I warm up, I’m all in for some affection and attention. Please note that I am afraid of some men and will need some time to adjust. I’m learning to love snuggles more and more! Foster mom says that sometimes personal space doesn't exist because I love cuddles so much! 

When it comes to commands, I’ve got “sit,” “kennel,” and “outside” down. I am very treat motivated so very eager to learn new things. I’m potty trained, crate trained, and I love when my humans are around to hang out with me. I don’t need a doggy sibling, but I do appreciate company, so it’d be great if you’re home most of the time.

I’ve got a bit of a prey drive, so cats and small animals aren’t really my thing—I love to chase! That also means I need a fenced yard where I can safely run and play, as I’m not too fond of leashes just yet. I tend to freeze up on a leash, but I’m making progress with leash training, and I know with your help, I’ll get the hang of it. I do need my fenced yard to be secure - I am a smarty and have figured out how to dig under the fence - hee hee! My people said I am an escape artist and want to make sure I am safe in my forever home. 

Oh, and I bark when I’m having fun—just letting everyone know how much I’m enjoying myself!

All in all, I’m a sweet, lovable, and energetic guy who’s ready to play, explore, and snuggle with my new family. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who will keep life exciting (and maybe keep the rabbits away), I’m your perfect match! Let’s start our adventure together!

*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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