Boone

Meet Boone - the Big-Hearted Boy Still Waiting for His Perfect Place<br/><br/>If loyalty had a face, it would look a lot like Boone.<br/><br/>Boone came into foster care in June of 2024, a lanky 110-lb bundle of nerves and sweetness. Eighteen months later, he's still waiting-still hoping-that the right people will see past his bark and into his enormous, goofy, golden heart.<br/><br/>Because here's the truth: Boone is an incredible dog.<br/>He gets along with dogs of all sizes. He's respectful of cats. He leaves chickens alone like a gentleman farmer. He's house-trained, doesn't counter surf, doesn't jump, and can be trusted to free-roam the house without a single destructive moment. He knows his commands-sit, down, off, shake-and he loves nothing more than being near his people. With his foster family, he is snuggly, affectionate, devoted, and wonderfully silly. He adores soft couches, warm beds, stuffed toys, and a detailed schedule of 1st breakfast, 2nd breakfast, 1st dinner, 2nd dinner... you get the idea.<br/><br/>But Boone struggles with strangers.<br/>New people make him anxious, which means barking-loud, intimidating, "I don't know who you are yet!" barking. It's not aggression; it's uncertainty. And at his size, that uncertainty can be overwhelming for visitors and adopters. It's the biggest obstacle standing between Boone and a forever family.<br/><br/>His fosters love him deeply-enough to admit they aren't quite his perfect fit. They want more for him. A life that matches who he is at his core: a creature of routine, calm, predictability, and devotion.<br/><br/>Boone's Dream Home:<br/><br/>Adult-only or with grown children<br/><br/>A quiet, steady household without frequent visitors<br/><br/>A predictable routine and peaceful environment<br/><br/>A fenced yard or even a small farmette where his "big bark" can be a feature, not a flaw<br/><br/>Someone who works during the day but is happy to shower him with affection and treats afterward<br/><br/>Other dogs welcome, but he'd be equally content as your one-and-only<br/><br/>Visitors who are willing to come in, sit down, relax-and let Boone realize on his own that they're no threat at all<br/><br/>Boone doesn't need to be remade. He doesn't need to be "fixed." He needs to be understood.<br/>He needs someone who sees the beauty in a dog who loves hard, who thrives on routine, and who wants nothing more than to feel safe and settled.<br/><br/>Some dogs find their homes quickly. Boone is waiting for the rare kind of family-one who will love him exactly as he is.<br/><br/>If you know someone living a quieter life who might want to share it with a big, goofy, endlessly loving dog... please keep Boone in your heart. His perfect home may be rare, but we believe it's still out there.<br/><br/>Boone has waited 18 months. Maybe he's been waiting for you.<br/><br/>Interested in this sweet dog? Apply today at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/UPRW-A-1281<br/><br/>**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.**<br/><br/>Dogs from Underdog Pet Rescue come with the following medical care already provided:<br/>Spay/Neuter<br/>Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella Vaccinations (as age appropriate-puppy adopters may need to cover some vaccine boosters)<br/>Heartworm Test (for dogs over 9mo)<br/>Microchip<br/>Deworming<br/>Heartworm and Flea/Tick Preventative<br/>Any other necessary medical treatment as recommended by veterinarian<br/><br/>Our adult dog adoption fee is $375. Our puppy (under 5 mo) is $450. Our senior dog (over 8 yrs) is $275.<br/><br/>*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*<br/><br/>WI DATCP Licensed Rescue #281765

Meet Boone - the Big-Hearted Boy Still Waiting for His Perfect Place

If loyalty had a face, it would look a lot like Boone.

Boone came into foster care in June of 2024, a lanky 110-lb bundle of nerves and sweetness. Eighteen months later, he's still waiting-still hoping-that the right people will see past his bark and into his enormous, goofy, golden heart.

Because here's the truth: Boone is an incredible dog.
He gets along with dogs of all sizes. He's respectful of cats. He leaves chickens alone like a gentleman farmer. He's house-trained, doesn't counter surf, doesn't jump, and can be trusted to free-roam the house without a single destructive moment. He knows his commands-sit, down, off, shake-and he loves nothing more than being near his people. With his foster family, he is snuggly, affectionate, devoted, and wonderfully silly. He adores soft couches, warm beds, stuffed toys, and a detailed schedule of 1st breakfast, 2nd breakfast, 1st dinner, 2nd dinner... you get the idea.

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Meet Boone - the Big-Hearted Boy Still Waiting for His Perfect Place

If loyalty had a face, it would look a lot like Boone.

Boone came into foster care in June of 2024, a lanky 110-lb bundle of nerves and sweetness. Eighteen months later, he's still waiting-still hoping-that the right people will see past his bark and into his enormous, goofy, golden heart.

Because here's the truth: Boone is an incredible dog.
He gets along with dogs of all sizes. He's respectful of cats. He leaves chickens alone like a gentleman farmer. He's house-trained, doesn't counter surf, doesn't jump, and can be trusted to free-roam the house without a single destructive moment. He knows his commands-sit, down, off, shake-and he loves nothing more than being near his people. With his foster family, he is snuggly, affectionate, devoted, and wonderfully silly. He adores soft couches, warm beds, stuffed toys, and a detailed schedule of 1st breakfast, 2nd breakfast, 1st dinner, 2nd dinner... you get the idea.

But Boone struggles with strangers.
New people make him anxious, which means barking-loud, intimidating, "I don't know who you are yet!" barking. It's not aggression; it's uncertainty. And at his size, that uncertainty can be overwhelming for visitors and adopters. It's the biggest obstacle standing between Boone and a forever family.

His fosters love him deeply-enough to admit they aren't