Some dogs love MNBR so much that they come back for a second round! Mila #285 (formerly known as Sapphire) was born into rescue back in November 2021—so you’ll get to see both puppy pics and enjoy the gorgeous adult Mila became! She’s a 37-pound tricolor beagle/blue heeler mix who’s brimming with joy!

Mila is kid friendly and has been around small children and cats, although she can be a little quick for both. (“Where are you going, new best friends?!”). Mila would love a playful dog companion. She had a friend in her old home for a few years until she became an only dog, and she did not enjoy being on her own. 

Mila is fully house trained but due to the cats in her foster home, she is crated when her foster parents leave. She does well in the crate and has been crated up to four hours. Stairs are no problem with those springy legs, and she likes walks very much. She loves time to get all the sniffs in (must be the beagle in her).

In her old home, she was kept on a line, but with her activity needs, a fenced-in backyard would be best. She loves a good yard zoomie once or twice a day! Mila is a smartie, knows some basic tricks, and she’d love to learn more!

What are Mila’s favorites? Well, that would be every human she meets, belly rubs and greek yogurt! She also enjoys crashing out in the comfiest spots she can find. She’s always interested in what’s going on outside, and then will come verbalize to you what she saw.

Chat with Mila by applying for her at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption

Bow down to Sir William #1054! This beagle transplant from Texas is 10 years old, neutered, and is dog and people friendly. He gets along well with the dogs in his foster home, and would be okay as an only dog.

If you don’t have a fenced-in yard, don’t worry—Sir William walks well on a leash and would be fine supervised on a tie-out, but he shouldn’t be left outside unsupervised. He’s trusted to be loose in his foster home when people are out, and would rather relax than cause mayhem. He’s not too interested in toys but he has a thousand-yard stare when he sees humans eating (and not sharing!)

Sir William is a well-behaved boy who acts his age and would be an excellent addition to any dog-loving home.

Grab an application for him at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption

Clover was born in rescue on 7/3 via emergency C section to her mother Honey. The Embark test is back! Mom is a basset beagle mix and dad was primarily an American Cattle dog with a dash of McNab.

She's an independent explorer who likes to run around the entire yard checking out every corner. Once she’s seen it and done it all, she crashes hard and is a great little sleeper

Because we believe strongly in promoting the health of our dogs, MNBR does not spay/neuter puppies until six months of age. Intact puppies under 6 months old must be adopted in MN or within 250 miles of St. Paul in WI, IA, ND, or SD and with a spay/neuter contract. The cost of the spay/neuter is the responsibility of MNBR and reflected in the adoption fee.

Puppies are A LOT of work and a 12+ year commitment, so make sure you have thought it through and are fully ready for the responsibility prior to applying.

Alfalfa was born in rescue on 7/3 via emergency C section to his mother Honey. The Embark test is back! Mom is a basset beagle mix and dad was primarily an American Cattle dog with a dash of McNab.

His brindle coat and blue eyes make him uniquely gorgeous. He loves to wrestle with his siblings, but is a bit of a fraidy-cat when it comes to stairs.

Because we believe strongly in promoting the health of our dogs, MNBR does not spay/neuter puppies until six months of age. Intact puppies under 6 months old must be adopted in MN or within 250 miles of St. Paul in WI, IA, ND, or SD and with a spay/neuter contract. The cost of the spay/neuter is the responsibility of MNBR and reflected in the adoption fee.

Puppies are A LOT of work and a 12+ year commitment, so make sure you have thought it through and are fully ready for the responsibility prior to applying.

Orange Blossom was born in rescue on 7/3 via emergency C section to her mother Honey. The Embark test is back! Mom is a basset beagle mix and dad was primarily an American Cattle dog with a dash of McNab.

She’s the most low-key of the siblings and loves a good snuggle, but she’s not opposed to tussling with siblings should the opportunity arise.

Because we believe strongly in promoting the health of our dogs, MNBR does not spay/neuter puppies until six months of age. Intact puppies under 6 months old must be adopted in MN or within 250 miles of St. Paul in WI, IA, ND, or SD and with a spay/neuter contract. The cost of the spay/neuter is the responsibility of MNBR and reflected in the adoption fee.

Puppies are A LOT of work and a 12+ year commitment, so make sure you have thought it through and are fully ready for the responsibility prior to applying.

Buckwheat was born in rescue on 7/3 via emergency C section to his mother Honey. The Embark test is back! Mom is a basset beagle mix and dad was primarily an American Cattle dog with a dash of McNab.

Buckwheat is the shortest of his siblings with the more typical basset legs. He is super playful with everything and everyone and has the cutest little spots on his nose.

Because we believe strongly in promoting the health of our dogs, MNBR does not spay/neuter puppies until six months of age. Intact puppies under 6 months old must be adopted in MN or within 250 miles of St. Paul in WI, IA, ND, or SD and with a spay/neuter contract. The cost of the spay/neuter is the responsibility of MNBR and reflected in the adoption fee.

Puppies are A LOT of work and a 12+ year commitment, so make sure you have thought it through and are fully ready for the responsibility prior to applying.

Sage was born in rescue on 7/3 via emergency C section to her mother Honey. The Embark test is back! Mom is a basset beagle mix and dad was primarily an American Cattle dog with a dash of McNab.

Sage has a stunning blue coat with white and brindle accents. She runs up to you, sits down, then stares up at you like she’s waiting for instructions. She loves the “big” dogs in her foster home and will climb on top of them if they allow it.

Because we believe strongly in promoting the health of our dogs, MNBR does not spay/neuter puppies until six months of age. Intact puppies under 6 months old must be adopted in MN or within 250 miles of St. Paul in WI, IA, ND, or SD and with a spay/neuter contract. The cost of the spay/neuter is the responsibility of MNBR and reflected in the adoption fee.

Puppies are A LOT of work and a 12+ year commitment, so make sure you have thought it through and are fully ready for the responsibility prior to applying.

Tupelo was born in rescue on 7/3 via emergency C section to his mother Honey. The Embark test is back! Mom is a basset beagle mix and dad was primarily an American Cattle dog with a dash of McNab.

Tupelo is the runt of the litter, but he is fearless, feisty, and a constant shadow. He is super smart and figured out the dog door right away.

Because we believe strongly in promoting the health of our dogs, MNBR does not spay/neuter puppies until six months of age. Intact puppies under 6 months old must be adopted in MN or within 250 miles of St. Paul in WI, IA, ND, or SD and with a spay/neuter contract. The cost of the spay/neuter is the responsibility of MNBR and reflected in the adoption fee.

Puppies are A LOT of work and a 12+ year commitment, so make sure you have thought it through and are fully ready for the responsibility prior to applying.

If you’re outdoorsy but also love a good couch cuddle, Cleo #1078 could be the answer to your search. This 3-year-old girl weighs 66 pounds and is a big-framed basset just waiting to find her next adventure.

Cleo came from a breeder down south and is learning everything about being a house dog. She gets along with the dogs in her foster home but would be fine as an only dog too, as long as her people know to pay her the “bacon tax.” After some good zoomies and a sniff outdoors, she’s ready for a snuggle on the couch or a squishy dog bed. 

Cleo likes exploring her foster home’s yard and would be okay on a leash or observed on a line. When her foster family is out, she’s content in a crate. There’s nothing she doesn’t like (she even sits nicely for ear cleanings.) Although Cleo’s technically a tricolor, her body is black and brown with a white chest, which makes it look like she’s wearing a black suit with a fancy white shirt underneath.

If you want to feel as fancy as Cleo, visit https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoptable-hounds for an application!

The beautiful Brigid #1081 came to MNBR from a breeder down south. She’s 5 ½ years old and weighs a super cute 42 pounds. She’s learning how great being an indoor dog can be, hanging out with the other dogs in her foster home. (Maybe someday that cat will be her best friend, too!) She can be a little clingy, so if a basset-shaped shadow is what you’re looking for, Brigid’s happy to fill that role. 

Have you ever rolled around in the grass like you’re making a snow angel in summer? Brigid’s favorite thing is to roll in the grass while humans do it, too, so if you’ve never experienced that joy, you might just be about to for the first time! (Just be sure to watch where you roll!) 

Brigid does well in and out of her crate and would be okay with any kind of yard. She did try to wander off when she first arrived in her foster home, so would need some initial supervision as she figures out the rules. She could be an only dog or easily become part of a pack. 

Bring Brigid home by visiting https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoptable-hounds and filling out an application.

Buttercup #1083 is a newcomer to MNBR and is a bud waiting to bloom. This 4.5-year-old girl could use a confident hound to show her that being a housepet is way cooler than being a breeding dog. She’s already starting to come out of her shell and trying to play with the dogs in her foster home. She’s still a little skittish and a fenced-in yard would help her learn to roam safely and gain confidence in the world.

Buttercup’s safe space is her crate and she’s figured out how to let herself in and out of the house via doggy door. She’s looking for a quiet life full of hound friends and lots of attention. (If you don’t like to vacuum, all the better!)

One of Buttercup’s favorite things to do is wiggle. She does it so hard sometimes that she can’t walk in a straight line!

If you want to see it for yourself, visit https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption and fill out an application.

Brandy #1084 is a 2.5-year-old tricolor girl looking for both a family and a canine partner who can get her up to speed on all she missed while being a breeding dog. The world is very new and everything is a fresh experience. A fenced-in yard to help her gain confidence in the wide world is a must, especially as she tends to get scared at loud noises.

During the day, Brandy is partially restricted in the house and knows how to let herself in and out of a doggy door. Her crate is her own personal haven, and she’s decided that sitting under the sauna at her foster home is the best place to peek out and watch what’s going on.

Brandy currently prefers women over men but treats and pats are the quick way to her heart. She likes being around other animals and says she can’t wait to meet her new forever family.

To apply for Brandy, visit https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption.

Once upon a time, there was a young beagle puppy. A family made plans to bring him home—and they did! But the puppy slipped out the door and was left wandering the fields of rural North Dakota. His family decided he was lost forever and moved on with their lives. Local police kept an eye on the scared pup but he was too skittish to be caught. A month later, the Retrievers stepped in. But they couldn’t trap him if he had nowhere to go. MNBR agreed to take him in, and, in a matter of hours, the little beagle was off the streets and safe with people. He was called Ransom #1084, after the county he left behind.

Ransom is 1.5 years old and weighs 29 pounds. He’s a highly intelligent little guy who appreciates structure and is easily trainable. Adjusting back to being an indoor dog was no problem, and he’s both crate-and housetrained. His favorite thing in the world? Crinkly toys! 

Because of his past, Ransom would do well with a fenced-in yard and an active family who likes to go on walks and visit the dog park. Children would be fun, too! Anyone who likes to chase squirrels is a friend Ransom is interested in making.

Be Ransom’s forever family by visiting https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoptable-hound

Pigpen came to MNBR as a transfer from a shelter in El Paso, TX where he was found as a stray. He is a small guy with a big personality, cohabiting with other dogs, but sometimes pushing the envelope. He is dog and people friendly, but a chill companion close to his own age may be best.

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

Buddy is a shelter transfer from El Paso, TX where he was a private relinquishment. He is sweet as pie and loves to be your little shadow. He is dog and people friendly.

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

Chente is a private relinquishment from TX. He is a very LARGE easy-going boy whose foster sometimes forgets he is there.

Unfortunately, Chente 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.

Niles is a shelter transfer from El Paso, TX where he was found as a stray. He is an energetic young guy who loves doing burnouts in the yard. He is dog and people friendly.

Niles recently needed a perineal urethrostomy due to previous trauma. He no longer has a penis but is able to urinate just fine without it.

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

Baxter came to MNBR through our friends at I’m Your Huckleberry Rescue in Southern MO. Due to his desire to roam, his family was keeping him in a crate or outside on a short lead due to not having a fence. That’s no life for this adorable boy.

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