Underdogs Rescue is a Canadian nonprofit organization primarily focused on rescuing large "power" breed dogs, including those in shelters across Canada such as Humane Societies, SPCAs, and animal control facilities. Registered as a charity under Business Number 824343735RR0001, the volunteer-run organization focuses on rehabilitation, rehoming, and promoting responsible pet ownership through education and advocacy.

Mission and Activities

Underdogs Rescue emphasizes rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming misunderstood breeds, often targeted by breed-specific legislation. Their approach includes force-free training, fostering, and community education to address misconceptions about large dogs. The organization advocates for legislative changes to eliminate breed profiling and supports adopters with behavioral and enrichment resources to ensure successful placements[1][2].

Operations

The Alberta-based group operates entirely through volunteers, fostering dogs in private homes rather than shelter facilities. Key initiatives include collaborating with shelters, providing veterinary care, and conducting adoption drives. Their vision centers on creating communities where dogs are evaluated based on behavior rather than breed stereotypes[1][2].

Note: The similarly named Manitoba Underdogs Rescue (Business No. 820283331RR0001) is a distinct Manitoba-based charity founded in 2011, specializing in foster-based rescues for abandoned dogs. While sharing a similar mission, it operates independently and has rehomed over 4,500 dogs through its network of 500+ volunteers[3][4][5].

(This article pertains exclusively to Underdogs Rescue, Business No. 824343735RR0001.)

[1] https://www.underdogsrescue.com/our-mission [2] https://www.underdogsrescue.com [3] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/manitoba-underdogs-rescue/ [4] https://www.manitobaunderdogs.org [5] https://info.4imprint.com/one-by-one/manitoba-underdogs-rescue/?amp=1