Zinnia #884 was once a closed blossom in part of a puppy mill system. She came to MNBR, where she has slowly been blooming in foster care. This 6.5-year-old girl is naturally curious and is enjoying being part of a basset pack, although she’d enjoy having someone’s full attention, too.

Zinnia loves to explore, getting in her steps and taking a cruise around her foster home’s fenced-in backyard. But she also enjoys a comfortable dog bed or spot on the couch. Her tail is always wagging and her foster family swears she’s trying to talk to them. When they’re away, she lounges in her crate, patiently waiting for them to return. She walks well on a leash and is a big fan of exploratory walkabouts.

Wouldn’t you love a Zinnia of your very own? Apply for her at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption

Ella #890 is looking for her soul mate. That soul mate can be any age—she loves kids!—and can have other dogs and cats as long as they know Ella is equally as important. Sweet Ella is a tricolor basset who is spayed and weighs in just under 50 pounds.

At 6.5 years old, Ella knows all about leashes and crates and going outside, although she does seem to get scared easily in big, open spaces. That just means she’d be fine on a tie-out or walked, no fenced-in yard needed.

Ella lacks some confidence and seeks companionship with people. She likes to be near humans and allows them to tell her how amazing she is. She even likes to wait at the edge of the tub while you shower!

Ella is friendly and curious. She’s willing to learn if you’re willing to teach. If you’re looking for a new four-legged best friend, don’t let Ella slip by.

Unfortunately, Ella 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.

Winter may be here, but Summer #905 is as hot as ever! This 8-year-old tan-and-white basset is as sweet as they come. She’s still a little shy, but if someone was to spend some time sunbathing with her, she’d quickly come around.

Summer would like a quieter house with a lot of routine, and a confident hound buddy to tell her when she’s hound-ing correctly. She enjoys snuggling with the dogs in her foster home and is learning how to play. She especially likes the dog park!

Summer is trusted to be partially restricted when her foster family is out and gets a 100% on her housetraining report card. To Summer, age is only a number. She would be a great walking buddy for someone who enjoys the outdoors. She enjoys the fenced-in yard at her foster home, although a leash or line would probably be fine as long as she isn’t left alone.

Whoever wins Summer over will be awarded with a loyal, low-key companion.

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

Welcome back, Sydney.

Through absolutely no fault of her own Sydney #917 is back with MNBR. She is a beautiful 6 month old tricolor that is dog, cat, and kid friendly. She is crate trained and housetrained (though transitions can be tough).

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

One glance at Freckles #922 and you’ll know how she got her name! This 3-year-old tricolor basset came into MNBR as part of a breeder release. She loves to give kisses—and to get kisses on her freckled snout in return!

Freckles loves to wrestle and play and will need a big hound brother or sister who feels the same. She’s all right on a leash, although she tends to tangle herself and others in her excitement to go places. She’d probably be okay on a tie-out, but she’s still working through some shyness, so a fence might be more ideal.

Freckles enjoys visits to the dog park and full attention in the car on the way there. She doesn’t enjoy people moving quickly toward her, so she’d like a family with no kids or older, patient kids. When she wants to play, she bows down and jumps around—just in case there’s any confusion! Freckles has the softest ears and neck, and can’t wait for her forever family to scritch them.

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

Vanilla #927 is anything but boring. This five-year-old basset’s previous life was spent as part of a puppy mill operation. She’ll need someone who’s prepared to help usher her into the world of canine comforts. A patient person can look forward to a sweet 37-pound reward.

Currently, Vanilla is learning how to trust. She wants to be near people at all times, although she still isn’t sure who’s a friend and who’s a foe. She likes finding a high point, like a couch, to keep an eye on things, and has chosen one of her foster basset brothers as a life coach.

Vanilla uses a doggy door to get outside and is crated when nobody’s home. She’ll need a house with a secure fenced-in backyard to keep her feeling safe. Gaze into her eyes and let her sad story tug at your heartstrings.

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

Diamond #936 has one question: Do you have any snacks, and, if so, will you share them? This six-year-old tricolor basset weighs in at 33 pounds and could afford to put on a few. Treats would be a great way to win her over!

Diamond is looking for a forever home with another dog to boost her confidence. She’s friendly with the dogs in her foster home, and even enjoys the company of cats. Because she gets a little unsure outside by herself sometimes, she’ll need a fenced-in yard. She doesn’t signal when she needs to go out, but doesn’t have accidents if kept on a schedule.

Her favorite toy is a Grinch toy. She likes to hide it deep in the couch (you know, if you’re looking for future Christmas presents to put under the tree.) Christmas toys, Christmas cookies, and the best basset to spend the holidays with? Sounds like a win-win.

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

Moon Pie came to MNBR from a commercial breeder in Missouri. Moon Pie is heavily pregnant, with a due date within the week. The dad is a tricolor basset.

She has also been diagnosed with glaucoma in her left eye. We plan to perform an ablation once her puppies are old enough to be alone for a couple of hours.

Callisto was born on 11/11/25 to her mother Moon Pie. Her father is a tricolor basset named Bananas Foster. We will accept applications for her once she is 6 weeks old.

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.

Europa was born on 11/11/25 to her mother Moon Pie. Her father is a tricolor basset named Bananas Foster. We will accept applications for her once she is 6 weeks old.

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.

Umbriel was born on 11/11/25 to her mother Moon Pie. Her father is a tricolor basset named Bananas Foster. We will accept applications for her once she is 6 weeks old.

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.

Cordelia was born on 11/11/25 to her mother Moon Pie. Her father is a tricolor basset named Bananas Foster. We will accept applications for her once she is 6 weeks old.

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.

Helene was born on 11/11/25 to her mother Moon Pie. Her father is a tricolor basset named Bananas Foster. We will accept applications for her once she is 6 weeks old.

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.

Cressida was born on 11/11/25 to her mother Moon Pie. Her father is a tricolor basset named Bananas Foster. We will accept applications for her once she is 6 weeks old.

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.

Belinda was born on 11/12/25 to her mother Moon Pie. Her father is a tricolor basset named Bananas Foster. We will accept applications for her once she is 6 weeks old.

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.

Elara was born on 11/12/25 to her mother Moon Pie. Her father is a tricolor basset named Bananas Foster. We will accept applications for her once she is 6 weeks old.

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.

Betsy #944 came to MNBR from a breeder in Iowa. She is currently being fostered with Bonnie for confidence but is looking for a separate forever home.

These girls are shy and are learning that people are okay. When things get too overstimulating, they seek out their kennels as a safe space. They will need fenced-in yards, as they’re very unsure with any kind of leash situation.

Betsy is more comfortable as part of a pack, where she can lean on a more confident hound. Both are very curious about people, although they prefer women over men.

Don’t let their lack of socialization scare you! Both are very sweet and interested in learning more about what people have to offer. With patience and understanding, they will both become amazing assets to any family. An extra perk? They both love being outside!

Dash through the snow to apply for them at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption

Bonnie #955 came to MNBR from a breeder in Iowa. She’s currently being fostered with Betsy for confidence but is looking for a separate forever home.

These girls are shy and are learning that people are okay. When things get too overstimulating, they seek out their kennels as a safe space. They will need fenced-in yards, as they’re very unsure with any kind of leash situation.

Bonnie would be okay as an only dog as long as she had a person who was around a lot. Both are very curious about people, although they prefer women over men.

Don’t let their lack of socialization scare you! Both are very sweet and interested in learning more about what people have to offer. With patience and understanding, they will both become amazing assets to any family. An extra perk? They both love being outside!

Dash through the snow to apply for them at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption

We definitely talk about Bruno #956! This one-year-old tricolor male is looking for a home for the holidays. He came from a breeder in Iowa and is learning how to be a house dog (and is loving it!) Bruno loves to learn and every new experience is a joyful one.

Bruno could be an only dog or he could be part of a pack. He enjoys the company of the dogs in his foster home but he also gives hem their space. He’d really enjoy humans who want to spend time snuggling him and giving him snacks.

“Love bug” is how his foster describes Bruno. They say he enjoys sleeping in their bed (and under the covers!) Delights like climbing stairs and onto furniture are miniature adventures. Just think about how much he’d love meeting Santa!

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

Esther came to MNBR from a breeder in Iowa. She is a lovely, curious lady with a sweet personality and interest in people. She is new to living in a home, so she’ll need help with leashes and house training, but she has enough confidence that it should come quickly. A home with no or older kids would be best as she spooks easily.

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