Adoptable Hounds

Once you find a dog that suits your lifestyle, click on our application link within their bio or at the bottom of the page and review our requirements thoroughly prior to applying.

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Adoption Pending - Dog is pending pick up and we are not accepting applications

Application In Process - Applications have been received and are in process

Foster to Adopt Pending - Dog is in a foster to adopt home and will be adopted once their medical needs are met

Coming Soon - Dog is expected to arrive in their foster home within the next week but is not available for applications yet


April #433 & June #434

special needs

Age: 4 years old

Color & Breed : Tricolor bassets

Gender: Spayed Females

Weight: 40 pounds & 45 pounds

Requires: Applicant/adopter with experience with human fearful dogs, fenced yard, and a confident, friendly resident dog.

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Click here to apply for A&J

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Emma #618

Age: 9 years old

Color & Breed: Tricolor Basset

Gender: Spayed Female

Weight: 42 pounds

Click here to apply for Emma

  • Emma #618 has the best ears, and she’d love for you to scritch them! This 9-year-old dainty girl weighs 42 pounds. She spent some time in a breeding facility and can be shy but just LOOK AT THAT FACE. How could you not want to win her over?

    Emma enjoys hanging out in her crate or anywhere with a good, comfy blanket. Because of her past, she needs a fenced-in backyard, but she enjoys a walk out on a leash too. She could be an only dog or part of a family. She’d likely be good with older kids as long as they’re patient with her. She can be a little more shy with men, but she’s doing really well with her current foster dad.

    Emma does a little happy dance when her foster family comes home or when she’s very excited about something. She enjoys variety in her diet and has a special circle of joy reserved for the choicest morsels.

    Apply for Emma at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption


Peaches #973

Heartworm Postive

Foster to adopt pending

  • Peaches came to MNBR as a private relinquishment. She is dog friendly.

    Unfortunately, Peaches has tested positive for heartworm. She is looking for a foster to adopt home that will allow her to live with them while MNBR covers the cost of her heartworm treatment, then adopt her once she is heartworm free. MNBR has clinics in MN, IA, WI, and ND that adopters can use for treatment.

    We will update her bio as we learn more about her.


Bellamy #975 & Cornelius #976 adoption pending

Age: 7.5 years old and 9.5 years old

Color & Breed: Tricolor Bassets

Gender: Neutered Males

Weight: 60 pounds & 47 pounds

  • Things are best in pairs, and Bellamy #975 and Cornelius #976 are living proof! These bonded basset boys are looking for a forever home willing to take on two.

    Bellamy is 7.5 years old and weighs 60 pounds. He’s a gentle soul who enjoys the company of other dogs, especially his bestie. He loves to sniff and explore, and would love a fenced-in yard if possible, to take in all the smells. When people are gone, he and Cornelius are trusted in a restricted area. Bellamy’s the first to greet you when you return. He enjoys sitting in a chair and looking out the window. His foster family says he looks just like the cartoon character Droopy!

    Cornelius is a full basset but has a more beagle-y face. He’s 9.5 years old and weighs 47 pounds. He’s his BFF’s sidekick, especially when wandering the yard, but (unlike some bassets!) he also follows human directions. He’s friendly and kind, and neither he nor Bellamy are vocal hounds. Both boys are patient with people and with other dogs. They are also housetrained. Cornelius has undergone bladder stone surgery since coming to MNBR and is recovering nicely.

    Apply for these sweet seniors at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption


Muffin #977

Heartworm Positive

foster to adopt pending

  • Ding! Muffin #977 is ready! Muffin is a one-year-old pup who came up from a shelter down south. She’s bouncy and looking for a fun canine friend to keep her busy. Unlike some southern transplants, Muffin absolutely loves the snow and is so happy it exists.

    Muffin is learning new things, like how to go up and down stairs and going outside on a regular schedule. She enjoys a spoonful of peanut butter, especially if she’s expected to get into her crate. She can also be bribed with belly rubs, ear rubs, and sweet smooches. She is a gentle soul and
    would do well in any type of household (as long as they don’t have neighbors who might mind being serenaded by the National Basset Anthem, “Awoooo.”

    Unfortunately, Muffin has tested
    positive for heartworm. She is looking for a foster to adopt home that will
    allow her to live with them while MNBR covers the cost of her heartworm
    treatment, then adopt her once she is heartworm free. MNBR has clinics in MN, IA, WI, and ND that adopters can use for treatment. Muffin will also need a ulnar osteotomy once her heartworm treatment is complete.


Biscuit #978

Heartworm Positive

foster to adopt pending

  • Here, have a Biscuit (that’s Biscuit #978.) This 1-year-old tan-and-white boy came from a shelter in Oklahoma. He’s full of energy and curiosity! He weighs nearly 50 pounds and uses all of it to explore his surroundings (and search for snacks.)

    Biscuit loves attention! He has no sense of personal space and thinks any time not hugging or snuggling is absolutely wasted. He gets along with the dogs in his foster home but could be a one-dog pack too.

    Because he’s still young, he’s still working on his indoor and outdoor manners. He walks on a leash and is crate trained but would really prefer to wander and follow his nose. He gets mischievous when he’s bored, so a home with people who are home a lot (and have a lot of ideas on how to keep a busy young basset busy) is ideal.

    Unfortunately, Biscuit has tested positive for heartworm. He is looking for a foster to adopt home that will allow him to live with them while MNBR covers the cost of his heartworm treatment, then adopt him once he is heartworm free. MNBR has clinics in MN, IA, WI, and ND that adopters can use for treatment.

    Pour a cup of afternoon tea and apply for Biscuit at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption


Flash #985

Age: 5 years old

Color & Breed: Tricolor Beagle

Gender: Neutered Male

Weight: 36 pounds

Click here to apply for Flash

  • Are you looking for a new best friend? So is Flash #985! This sweet boy is down to 36 pounds from 50 pounds, is neutered, house trained, and is as fast as a 5-year-old slightly-chubby beagle can be.

    Flash eats and leaves no crumbs (which is part of his problem!) He’s on a weight loss journey, although he hasn’t yet been convinced yet that counter surfing and snacking on trash are not part of the plan. He loves to snuggle and is a Velcro dog, so if YOU don’t counter surf and eat out of the trash can, you may be his perfect person!

    Flash is looking for a family interested in giving him pats and attention and, on occasion, cheese. He likes to sniff and explore but he’d probably also be okay in other backyard situations. He is respectful of the dogs in his foster home, but he’s much more enamored with people.

    Flash isn’t a fan of when people leave. He will hop in his crate, but he’s going to cry about it. He’d rather people just stay home and hang out with him on the couch. He’ll also find all the tidbits on the floor that your vacuum missed.

    Don’t sleep on applying for this guy—he’ll be gone in a flash! https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption


Poppy #988

Heartworm Positive

foster to adopt pending

  • She doesn’t have seeds, but Poppy #988 is all bagel (beagle/basset)! Poppy is a 1-year-old red-and-white girl who weighs 36 pounds. She was a transfer from a shelter, where she was brought in as a stray. She’s a little shy at first, but once she warms up to you, she’s your new best friend.

    Poppy would be fine with friends or alone as an only dog. She’s not quite sure how leashes work, but she’s figuring it out fast! She’d be fine with any kind of yard situation with a little more work. She’s got a lot of energy, which can be expected based on her age! But she’s crate trained, housetrained, and plays well at the dog park.

    When Poppy is happy, she does a wiggly little dance. Imagine how much she’ll happily wiggle when we tell her she’s got an application in!

    Unfortunately, Poppy has tested positive for heartworm. She is looking for a foster to adopt home that will allow her to live with them while MNBR covers the cost of her heartworm treatment, then adopt her once she is heartworm free. MNBR has clinics in MN, IA, WI, and ND that adopters can use for treatment.

    Apply for her at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption


Charlie #995

Age: 1.5 years old

Color & Breed: Tricolor Beagle

Gender: Neutered Male

Weight: 35 pounds

Click here to apply for Charlie

  • Do you love Snoopy but find your favorite characters are the kids? Charlie #995 is the best of both worlds and has double the main character energy! This 1.5-year-old beagle is 35 pounds of sniffing and snooping adorableness. He loves playing with other dogs and in a pile full of toys. Every time Charlie sees a cat it’s like a super fan meeting a celebrity. While he isn’t going to hurt them, he may overwhelm them with his enthusiasm!

    Charlie is great on a leash and would appreciate an active family to keep his beagle body and mind busy. He would most likely thrive at doggie daycare. He can be a little mouthy when playing so a family with older kids would be better. He’s eager to learn although can be stubborn as a hound when he forms an opinion.

    Charlie’s got all the Good Things. He’s crate trained, leash trained, and house trained. He’d do best with a fenced-in yard, since his hound sense of smell and his beagle sneakiness sometimes gets the better of him.

    Make this peanut’s day by applying for him at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption


Jethro #998 & Elly May #999

Age: 8 years old

Color & Breed: Black & Tan Dachshunds

Gender: Neutered Male & Spayed Female

Weight: 20 & 17 pounds

Click here to apply for Jethro & Elly May

  • Jethro and Elly May are two well-loved doxies whose owner sadly passed away. They are a sweet, well-behaved duo with that are dog, kid, and people friendly.

    We will update their bio as we learn more about them.


Memphis #1000 application in process

Age: 2 years old

Color & Breed: Red & White Basset

Gender: Neutered Male

Weight: 43 pounds

Click here to apply for Memphis

  • Memphis is an owner surrender from KS as his family moved and the pet deposit was too high. He is dog and people friendly.

    We will update his bio as we learn more about him.


Ferdinand #1001 application in process

Age: 2 years old

Color & Breed: Red & White Basset

Gender: Neutered Male

Weight: 47 pounds

Click here to apply for Ferdinand

  • Ferdinand is an owner surrender from TX. He is dog and people friendly.

    We will update his bio as we learn more about him.


Ellie Mae #1002 adoption pending

Age: 3 years old

Color & Breed: Red & White Basset

Gender: Spayed Female

Weight: 37 pounds

  • Ellie Mae came to MNBR from OK due to her dislike of cats. She is dog, kid, and adult friendly.

    We will update her bio as we learn more about her.


Benny #1003 application in process

Age: 4 years old

Color & Breed: Red & White Basset

Gender: Neutered Male

Weight: 54 pounds

Click here to apply for Benny

  • Benny is a backyard breeder release from OK. He is dog and people friendly.

    We will update his bio as we learn more about him.


Winston #1004 & Roxie #1005

Age: 7 & 5 years old

Color & Breed: Red & White and Tricolor Bassets

Gender: Neutered Male & Spayed Female

Weight: 49 & 50 pounds

Click here to apply for Winston & Roxie

  • Winston and Roxie are a bonded pair that came to MNBR from Texas when their family moved into an apartment. They are dog and people friendly.

    We will update their bio as we learn more about them.


Lola #1006 adoption pending

Age: 1.5 years old

Color & Breed: Tricolor Basset

Gender: Spayed Female

Weight: 47 pounds

  • Lola #1,006 is a 1.5-year-old tricolor girl. She weighs 47 pounds and is cute as a button! She came in as an owner surrender from down south and is ready to find her forever home full of puppy love.

    Lola’s friendly and social, getting along well with the dogs and young children in her foster home. They expect she’d be great with cats, too. She’s happy to share her toys and food and even knows some basic commands. Her foster home is teaching her how to be good on a tie-out, but she’d be fine in any sort of yard or potty situation.

    Get all the perks of a puppy with less of the work, because this girl crates, is potty trained, and even takes meds when they’re wrapped in cheese. She also comes with a built-in breakfast-and-dinner alarm, and the snooze doesn’t go on until the snacks come out. For such a small basset, she’s got a deep bellow!

    Hear Lola’s “arooo-woo-woo” in person by applying for her at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption


Moose #1007 application in process

Age: 10 months old

Color & Breed: Red & White Basset

Gender: Neutered Male

Weight: 46 pounds

Click here to apply for Moose

  • Moose came to MNBR from OK when his family no longer had time for him. He is kid, dog, and adult friendly.

    We will update his bio as we learn more about him.


Yosemite #1008 adoption pending

Age: 3.5 years old

Color & Breed: Tricolor Basset

Gender: Neutered Male

Weight: 58 pounds

  • Yosemite is an owner surrender from SD. In his previous home he bit a small child while rough housing with another dog, so just to be safe, he is looking for a home with NO KIDS. He is crate trained and house trained and dog selective.

    We will update his bio as we learn more about him.