Kia's journey hasn't been an easy one. She first appeared as a stray at a stranger's home, where she spent her time tied outside and gave birth to three litters of puppies. Eventually, she was surrendered to a shelter and made her way to Wisconsin, where she finally got the chance to start a new chapter. Kia is an incredibly sweet girl. She can be shy when meeting new people or experiencing new situations, but she warms up quickly once she realizes she's in good hands. Because so much is still new to her!. She loves having a cozy kennel to call her own and finds comfort there. Kia is still learning not to pull on a leash. She also has a higher prey drive, so she'll do best in a home with no cats. Despite everything she's been through, Kia has been the easiest foster I've ever had. Kia unfortunately 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.

7/13/26 Update: Kia 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-64362

**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. Our adoption fee for bonded adult dogs is $550.

*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