Outcats & Underdogs

12/07/2025

Last night we spotted Zac Vic Victor from our dear friends Koffin Kats rocking an Outcats & Underdogs tee while greeting fans after an electrifying performance in Baltimore.

How cool is that?! 🖤🐾🤘

11/26/2025

🍁Thankful Post!! 🍁

We are thankful for all the unique outcasts, underdogs, weirdos, loners, and misunderstood creatures (human and animal) who make this world a more beautiful place.

You are loved!!! Happy Thanksgiving!

10/21/2025

To all our pet parents out there, what's one thing that you wish you had known before bringing your first pet home? What advice that you know now do you wish you had back then?

10/14/2025

***mild content warning*** gore/blood

All rainstorms bring flowers. Meet Mia (formerly Zara), a tri-pawed cane corso pup. Anyone who listens to has likely heard and talk about extreme abuse cases, and this one, specifically. Dr Kent took Zara as a medical surrender. During his initial exam, he was squeezing bits of “bone confetti” out of a hole in her leg. The owner’s reasoning for not taking her in sooner? “She wasn’t really showing signs of pain”, other than limping. It’s an absolute shame that there are people like that in the world.

However, there are people like Dr. Kent, us, and many other great people who move to do right. Dr Kent worked with Zara, who ended up having to have a leg amputation. She was so lacking of confidence, she didn’t really even know how to “dog”. Kent brought her into the pack, and through efforts of , she was able to find a new home, a forever place where she will know nothing but love, kindness, and belly rubs (and impromptu nap sessions with her new dad!) as long as she lives.

When you help organizations like us (or the hundreds of other amazing ones across the country), you are contributing to stories like this. You are saving a dog that would have been cast aside otherwise.

Be kind and give love to those who need it most!

10/13/2025

Did you know that October is Pitbull Awareness Month?

The goal is to help dispel rumors surrounding a misunderstood breed and help better educate the public about them. While there are many factors that can help shape ANY dog's temperament, in most cases, these dogs are loyal, loving, gentle, and affectionate (with the occasional bouts of zoomies).

Is there a pitbull in your life that you adore? let us see them!!

08/17/2025

It is one of our favorite days of the year: black cat day! Here is a photo of our founder (who is getting her health back on track to do more great things for animals!) with her favorite black cat, Obsidian! Show us your black cats in the comments! 🖤🐈‍⬛

08/12/2025

Reminder! We are sponsoring the amazing, Confetti!!

We are covering her adoption fees, offering $500.00 in medical services and can offer discount Vet care for life through our network.

So the easy question is, who wants to give this beautiful girl a furever home?!!!

🎉 Meet Confetti! 🎉

This happy girl is a ray of sunshine wrapped in fur! 🌟 Confetti is a senior gal at 9 years young and has a calm and happy energy to her.

DOG friendly ✅
CAT friendly ✅
KID friendly ✅
EVERYTHING friendly ✅✅✅

Now, Confetti does have a bit of a unique twist – she has a neurological condition that affects her balance. But don’t let that fool you! She’s still living her best life. 😎💫 With her new set of wheels, she’s more independent than ever🐶

She’s got a big heart, loves a good snuggle, and is just looking for a home where the stairs are minimal, and the carpets are plentiful. Nonslip surfaces are very helpful for her.

Interested in meeting Confetti? Apply now at www.rescueapittie.org!!
📍Location: Chicagoland Area
(Adopters must live within 3 hours of the Chicagoland area)

06/17/2025

Alert from our local Baltimore shelter! Please help if you can.

6/16/25 SPACE UPDATE - ZERO DOG KENNELS: We are in a desperate situation. This past weekend alone, nearly 100 animals arrived at our shelter. We are completely out of dog kennels—not a single one is open. Every available kennel, every spare office space has been used. Our team is working around the clock to care for each animal and create room where we can—but we’ve hit a wall.

We need help today. Adoption fees are waived, and even short-term fostering can save a life. We’re also seeking rescue partners who can pull dogs into their programs.

We know that not everyone can adopt, but everyone can do something. Share this message. Tag a friend. Ask your network. Help us reach the people who can say “yes” today and tomorrow. Because without immediate relief, we will face heartbreaking decisions, including euthanasia for space.

This is not a decision we ever want to make. And with Baltimore’s help, hopefully we won’t have to. Here’s how you can help today:

🐾 Adopt: Adoption fees are WAIVED starting now through the weekend. Every adoption includes a spay/neuter, microchip, and up-to-date vaccines.

🐾 Foster: We urgently need fosters, especially for large adult dogs. Even short-term fostering saves lives by freeing up kennel space.

🐾 Donate: The cost of caring for 100 new animals is staggering—food, medical care, safety. Every dollar makes a difference.

🐾 Rescue Partners: We are calling on all approved rescue partners—please help us pull animals immediately. New partners, email [email protected] to get started ASAP.

BARCS is a lifeline for these animals. But right now, we can’t do this without you. This shelter should be a place of hope—not a last stop. We need your help.

(All links in the comments)

03/01/2025

Reminder! We are sponsoring the amazing, Confetti!!

We are covering her adoption fees, offering $500.00 in medical services and can offer discount Vet care for life through our network.

So the easy question is, who wants to give this beautiful girl a furever home?!!!

🎉 Meet Confetti! 🎉

This happy girl is a ray of sunshine wrapped in fur! 🌟 Confetti is a senior gal at 9 years young and has a calm and happy energy to her.

DOG friendly ✅
CAT friendly ✅
KID friendly ✅
EVERYTHING friendly ✅✅✅

Now, Confetti does have a bit of a unique twist – she has a neurological condition that affects her balance. But don't let that fool you! She's still living her best life. 😎💫 With her new set of wheels, she’s more independent than ever🐶

She’s got a big heart, loves a good snuggle, and is just looking for a home where the stairs are minimal, and the carpets are plentiful. Nonslip surfaces are very helpful for her.

Interested in meeting Confetti? Apply now at www.rescueapittie.org!!
📍Location: Chicagoland Area
(Adopters must live within 3 hours of the Chicagoland area)

02/18/2025

The beautiful Confetti is still looking for her forever home. Please share!

🎉 Meet Confetti! 🎉

This happy girl is a ray of sunshine wrapped in fur! 🌟 Confetti is a senior gal at 9 years young and has been waiting to be adopted for 5 YEARS. She is the kind of dog who makes you feel like the world is a better place just by being around her.
DOG friendly ✅
CAT friendly ✅
KID friendly ✅
EVERYTHING friendly ✅✅✅

Now, Confetti does have a bit of a unique twist – she has a neurological condition that affects her balance. But don't let that fool you! She's still living her best life. 😎💫 With her new set of wheels, she’s more independent than ever🐶

She’s got a big heart, loves a good snuggle, and is just looking for a home where the stairs are minimal, and the carpets are plentiful. Nonslip surfaces are very helpful for her.

Interested in meeting Confetti? Apply now at www.rescueapittie.org – she promises a lifetime of happiness, love, and maybe even a bit of sparkle (because she's basically a walking party!). ✨
📍Location: Chicagoland Area

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