Tulip (Schnauzer (medium coat))
About the shelter
Underdog Rescue MN
P.O. Box 16453 St. Louis Park, 55416
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More about the shelter
Underdog Rescue and Placement was founded in 2000 by Shannon McKenzie. Having volunteered for several other animal rescue organizations, Shannon saw a need to help the dogs and cats often overlooked by other rescuers, the âUnderdogsâ
Our very first rescues included a pair of black kittens named Fenway & Wrigley, a pitbull puppy named Lucy and a tiny Toy Poodle named Lily (who was suffering from a head injury). No other rescue groups would take Fenway or Wrigley because black kittens are often overlooked by potential adopters, and, up until the time we rescued Lucy, rescue groups had not been allowed to rescue any dog considered to be a âPit Bullâ from Minneapolis Animal Control.
While in law school, Shannon McKenzie had the âanti-pitbullâ policy changed, with the assistance of Attorney, Marshall Tannick. Underdog Rescue continues to successfully rescue and place pitbulls and other âbully-breedsâ through a continued partnership with Minneapolis Animal Control.
Shannonâs dedication to the Underdog also extends to puppy mill survivors. Dogs that survive life in a puppy mill often come with a different set of challenges. They may require additional medical care, socialization and teaching of basic dog skills even though some may be adults. Our volunteers understand this and welcome these pets into their homes to show them what life as a dog and life with kind humans is like.
Our process for adoption is:
1. Potential applicant searches our available dogs and/or cats listings and completes an adoption application.
2. Our staff reviews the application and puts you in contact with the foster volunteer of the pet your interested in.
3. The foster volunteer coordinates a âmeet and greetâ with you and any other members of your household.
4. If the foster and adopter agree the pet is a good fit, a home visit will be scheduled. Upon completion of a successful home visit, you will complete and sign our adoption contract, pay the fee, and take home your new pet!
About Tulip
Distance: 1,577 Miles
Hi I'm Tulip! I'm a sweet tiny little girl and must admit I'm a bit shy. I try really hard to be confident though. My kennel is my safe space and I like to hang out in, but I do enjoy coming out so I can follow my foster mom around. When she gets down close to the ground I come to her with my body wiggling and I boop her hand and give her finger kisses. I really love when she scratches my chin and neck! I get a bit nervous when she picks me up, but I snuggle my head into her neck because I know I'm safe. I get along great with other dogs and do ask that my new home has one so that I can continue gaining confidence from them. Loud or fast movement can be scary for me so I think a home with no little kids would be best. I would never hurt a fly, but I'd likely be running and hiding in my kennel all the time. I haven't figured out what toys are for yet. I think they might be pillows for naps. When I'm excited I sass my foster mom with my cute little aroo. Mom doesn't know what I'm saying, but she laughs when I do it! I haven't learned that leash thing yet. So far I think it's scary so I'll need you to help me learn that it's ok. Til then I'll need a nice secure yard so I can do my business. It doesn't need to be big because I'm a tiny little girl. If you have a quiet home and can be patient with me then I think we could be great together. I might be small, but there's a lot of love in my heart ready to be shared.
DOB: 10/05/2019
Requires another dog in home: Yes
Okay with dogs of all sizes: Yes
Okay with cats: Unknown
Okay with children under 12 years old: Likely
Weight:
Requires a fenced yard: Yes, needs a fenced yard
Note: dogs must always be leashed whenever outside of a contained area. Invisible/ underground fencing is not recommended for most rescue dogs.
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 adopters expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses
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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 th
eir 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.
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More about Tulip
Age: Adult
Size: Small
Gender: Female
Location: Minneapolis, MN
OK w/ Dogs: Yes
OK w/ Adults: All
OK w/ Adults: All