Spooky - Mixed Breed Dog for Adoption in Madison, Wisconsin

Spooky came from a rural shelter in Tennessee and is happy to now be a Wisconsinite. He found himself at a loud shelter after being found as a stray. The shelter found he had previously had a family, but they weren't able to take him back.
The shelter manager took him home to his family for a break from the shelter. He was perfect in their home, but they needed to help the next animals in need. He's now doing well in foster care and loves the snow and romping with other dogs. He's great in his crate and is respectful of dogs and cats. He may be a flight risk, as he can be shy and scared at first. Food helps build trust with him and new people, which makes it easy to bond.

12/13/25 Update: Spooky tested positive for heartworm disease. This is due to being bitten by an infected mosquito. Heartworm Disease is not directly contagious to other dogs (but all dogs should be on heartworm prevention monthly, year-round to prevent infection/reinfection). Underdog has started our American Heartworm Society approved treatment protocol for heartworm, and with proper after-care, we should see a full recovery. While we allow dogs to go home prior to treatment being completed, an adopter will simply need to commit to bringing this dog to the scheduled treatment appointments and keep them CALM (with strict crate rest or supervised relaxation) during and after treatment injections (for 4 months total). We provide adopters with instructions and will cover needed medication. We are seeking applicants who live in the greater Madison area, since crucial treatment and care (multiple visits over 2 months) are completed at our vet clinic, located in Madison. Dogs who are treated for heartworm have a good likelihood of recovery when post-treatment instructions and rest are followed.

Interested in this sweet dog? Apply today at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/UPRW-A-63479

**Please note: Our animals live in foster homes throughout the Madison area. We do not have a shelter where animals are available for daily viewing. Applying is the first step in our process.**

Dogs from Underdog Pet Rescue come with the following medical care already provided:
Spay/Neuter
Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella Vaccinations (as age appropriate-puppy adopters may need to cover some vaccine boosters)
Heartworm Test (for dogs over 9mo)
Microchip
Deworming
Heartworm and Flea/Tick Preventative
Any other necessary medical treatment as recommended by veterinarian

Our adult dog adoption fee is $375. Our puppy (under 5 mo) is $450. Our senior dog (over 8 yrs) is $275.

*Please note that all breeds noted are estimates or best guesses. We very rarely have information on our animals' actual breeds since they often come to the shelters we work with as strays*

WI DATCP Licensed Rescue #281765

The mixed breed dogs, often referred to as mutts, are a diverse and unique group with a blend of different characteristics from various purebred dog breeds. These dogs come from a mixture of lineages, resulting in a wide range of sizes, coat types, and temperaments. While each mixed breed dog is distinct in its own right, they are known for their resilience, adaptability, and often have fewer health issues compared to purebred dogs due to their genetic diversity. Mixed breed dogs make wonderful companions for families looking for a loyal and one-of-a-kind pet.