We have several wonderful animals that, for some reason, continue to get passed up for adoption. Who are these mysterious, lovable underdogs?
Our first guy is Wiggles.
He is a 1-2 year old American Staffordshire Terrier mix. He's been waiting since July 2007!
Mr. Wiggles got his name because he is so excited that he can't help but wiggle with joy every time he sees you! He is also known as "Teddy" because he is a very sweet, gentle and loving little Teddy Bear. Mr. Wiggles/Teddy is chocolate brow
n in color & small in stature, weighing only 45 lbs at 1 – 1 ½ years of age. He plays well with other dogs, but can get inappropriate because he is not good at reading "that's enough" cues from other dogs. However, he is a silly guy who can entertain himself for hours tossing his toys in the air.
Mr. Wiggles/Teddy prefers women, as he was likely mistreated by a man before we rescued him & can be shy with new men. He is also uncomfortable with new situations and needs a firm but understanding handler. He already completed basic obedience and knows all of his commands – he works hard to try to follow the rules. He is snuggly and affectionate, and loves car rides, belly rubs, and sleeping with you in bed. Mr. Wiggles/Teddy also LOVES the water and will play all day in a kiddie pool. He is an enormous fan of playing fetch and will play with you for hours. Mr. Wiggles is also very smart and loves nothing more than to please. He has lived with another dog but may do best as the only dog, or a dog who will put up with his shenanigans, as he will guard his toys, food, and bones from other dogs. Although he is crate trained, he does not like to be left alone in his crate, and does best when crated next to another dog. If he is left to his own devices, he will chew on inappropriate things like furniture so he really needs to be crated when unattended. This means that he would not be a good fit for apartment living, as he may bark when left alone. He has lived fine with an assertive cat (with claws that hurt), but would not do well in a home with a cat not used to dogs (or without claws). He would do best with a person or family who has previous experience with bully breed dogs.
Poor Mr. Wiggles has had a rough start to life and needs a patient and understanding person to give him another chance. He will reward you will all of the love he has to offer!
Email: underdogrescue@petml.com
Next up we have Lydia, a 1-2 year old female Staffordshire Terrier mix. 
She's been waiting since April 2007!
Lydia is a beautiful and sweet girl. She weighs about 55-60 pounds. Lydia plays well with other dogs & is very friendly with people. She is a very quiet girl who rarely barks! She would be happiest as either the only dog or with one other canine companion. Lydia is a beautiful light cherry brindle sweetheart. She is crate-trained and loves to please. Lydia is a bit too interested in cats to live with them harmoniously. She loves to play with other dogs but would do best in a home as the only dog, with a male dog or possibly with a submissive female. So, if you have a boy dog who is looking for a girlfriend, Lydia might just by your answer. She can be met by appointment, please contact a volunteer at 952-929-0777.
Next is Sally, a 10 month old female American Staffordshire Terrier/American Pit Bull Terrier mix. She's been waiting since July 13, 2007!
Sally was one of a litter of six born in Underdog Rescue after her mom was pulled from a high-kill shelter days before she gave birth. Her mom and brothers have long been placed with their forever homes, but she still waiting. Sally is now 10 months of age and very pretty young lady (her pictures do not due her justice). Sally is a petite girl, weighing just 30-35 pounds. She is considered a reverse brindle, which means she is darker than regular brindle-colored dogs. She does fine with other dogs, but would be happiest if placed alone or with a male dog. She is currently fostered in a home with children and loves them immensely. Sally is a great girl and truly deserves a home she can call her own.
Heidi is a female Pit Bull Terrier mix, female, who's been waiting since July 29, 2007! Heidi is a very sweet girl who is about 2 years of age. She weighs 40-45 pounds and is full grown. She is very sweet and loves to please. She already knows how to sit & shake h
ands. Heidi is calm & quiet in the house and the yard. She loves to play with other dogs. She makes it quite clear to them that she loves her toys even more and she is not into sharing. So far every dog has respected her feelings on the matter. She has lived in a foster home with 2 kids, ages 7 & 8 and 3 cats. Heidi is now in a new foster home for the holidays with 2 dogs & 2 cats & she is just wonderful with all. She loves to stand on her back legs and give you hugs! She loves LOVES to snuggle! She is perfectly house-trained & very loyal. Heidi is a great dog & she will make a wonderful best friend for someone!
Up and coming, we have Jezzie, a 2 year old female Pit Bull Terrier mix who has been waiting since September 15, 2007!
Jezzie came to us when she was extremely pregnant. She had been picked up by Prior Lake Animal Control and had been on the run for some time. She gav
e birth to eight puppies and was a great mom to them. Jezzie's foster home really love her. She has an easy going personality, and loves to cuddle and spend time with the family. We think that she spent most of her time in a yard, because she does not seem to know the rules of a home. However, she is bright and learning quickly what is expected of her. Jezzie is treat motivated and would excel in obedience training. She gets along great with other dogs, and loves to play. She would do better in a home without cats, but she is very respectful of her miniature poodle foster brother. Jezzie is short and smaller than her pictures may indicate. She weights around 40 lbs. She is such a great dog and really deserves a wonderful home!
Our Wallflower cats include Tink, a 2 year old, female, Domestic Short Hair/Torbie, who has been waiting since May 18, 2005!
Tink is a 
little sweetheart. She is affectionate & loves to be petted. She is about 2 years of age. Tink gets along very well with other cats but is quite shy when it comes to dogs. She would do best in a home with other feline companions, or just with her people.
Poor Tink was found pregnant when she was only 6 month of age. It was a horrible experience for her & she just didn't know what to do. She was too young for that sort of responsibility!!! Her babies had to be hand-raised by one of our foster homes. They have since all been adopted out. Now Tink is spayed & ready to find a home of her very own.
Last but not least is Madison, a 1 year old female, Tuxedo. She's been waiting since August 18, 2007!
My name is Madison and I was rescued from Animal Control a few short hours before my 7 black and white bicolor babies, Emma, Parker, Twiggy, Zoe, Charlie, Lauren, Piper and I were scheduled for euthanasia. My babies and I have been living with our foster mommy and her bi-color tabby kitty since August 8th. I am a very sweet kitty and a good – though very young -- mommy to my babies. I like other kitties, though my foster mommy is not sure if I like dogs. I love to be held and petted and brushed; I am very social and like to follow people around the house. I even sit still to have my toenails trimmed! I am considered a black and white bicolor/perfect tuxedo cat, just like “Socks” who lived in the White House from 1993 until 2001. Learn more about bi-color cats, our genetics, patterns and bi-color cats in popular culture at: Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Contact us at underdogrescue@petml.com
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