Basset Hound Rescue Organizations

Because this site is devoted to providing a comprehensive list of rescue organizations that are dedicated to placing homeless basset hounds, I have attempted to coordinate a comprehensive list that will enable you to find a rescue group near you.

Basset hounds are sweet-natured dogs. Their long, floppy ears and their mournful expressions melt people's hearts and challenge their wisdom. But, hidden in that sweetness, bassets hide a stubborn streak, a body that sheds all-year round, a propensity to steal anything within its nose's reach, and an instinct to follow its nose, regardless of how far the hound finds itself from home. I have compiled a small FAQ about the most distinguishing characteristic of bassets. Click here to view it.

Some people, before buying a dog, do make an intensive search regarding the breed. They learn all the pros and cons.  But, others, guided by the basset hound cuteness, buy that adorable puppy on impulse. When the basset traits become burdensome, many are abandoned, relinquished, or taken to the local pound, where often the once admired possession is now facing death row. Rescue organizations save these unwanted, homeless basset hounds, put them in foster homes where their personality is assessed, where their health is monitored and proper care is given if medical assistance is needed, and where, through proper training, bad habits are eliminated. If you want to learn more about rescue organizations and their mission, please click here. In fact, I recently read a beautiful poem about a rescued dog. Maybe by reading it, you may be inspired to adopt, and hence, rescue a dog as well. Click here to read the poem. 

If you are owned by a basset and would like to meet other people who, like you, love this breed, here are some links to some basset hound clubs near you.

If, after much research about the basset's personality, you still think that a basset hound is the right dog for you and your family and you would like to adopt a basset in need of a good home, click at the proper link that will lead you to the nearest rescue group for your area:

If you have not done any research about the basset's personality, I urge you to read at least one about them. For a comprehensive list of books about basset hounds, click on this logo:

You will be led to the Daily Drool site, which has a list of wonderful basset-related books. In fact, you can even purchase them through the Daily Drool, as these books carry the same Amazon low price. By purchasing them through the Daily Drool, all monies received from amazon.com will go to the Daily Drool member basset rescue organizations, putting the money directly where it is needed. All the rescue organizations thank you for your support.

If you have a basset that needs to get to a new home, but you are unable to get the hound there,  you may want to contact Rides Across America (RAA). RAA is a relay assistance organization that was established to help rescued bassets get to their new homes. They are selfless people who love bassets and help provide transportation, as well as (if needed) overnight room and board for a rescued basset. Bassets have been transported to their new homes across several states between the United States and Canada.

I am aware that living with a basset hound is not for everybody (view my FAQs to learn more about the breed), as well as there other dogs out there to who need love, companionship, and a good place to call home. Click here for other helpful links regarding other breeds, mix breeds, shelters, etc.

This Web site and bassethoundrescue.com are dedicated in assisting basset hounds and their owners (who must give up their pets for whatever reasons) as well as assisting new families to connect with some needy basset hounds. For additional information regarding adoptions, the basset hound breed, fostering, breaking news events, as well national list of basset hound rescue organizations, please visit

Want to join some discussion groups where you can meet others who are as much in love with the breed as you are? Here are their links:

Click on the graphic and you will be taken to the proper Web site for further information.

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And now, here are some links that may interest you:

Should you be aware of any other basset rescue groups NOT listed here, please send an e-mail message to Edith Baker. I will gladly update this list. 

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