Welcome back, Farley.

Farley (fka Onyx) was born in rescue on November 21, 2021. This adorable little dude has been adopted and returned twice in his short life, so we’re looking for just the right home.

As a heeler mix, it comes as no surprise that Farley has a tendency to nip as part of his communication style. It’s in his DNA. His most recent family just had their first child and are concerned that Farley will nip too hard.

We’d love to find him a family experienced with heelers and their sassy ways.

We’ll update his bio with more info soon!

Calling all Bobblehead collectors! This guy is the big headed, thick bodied, short legged hound of your dreams!

Hershey is a 5.5 year old Basset mix that came to MNBR from Texas last summer (2024). He was adopted but unfortunately his adopter was no longer able to keep him.

Hershey is goofy, cuddly, and fiercely loyal to those he knows and trusts. He is a perfect mix of playful and couch potato. Just look at the guy- could he get more potatoey?

Hershey has been bounced around a lot and struggles to trust initially. He does bark and growl at new people and it will take a patient family to work on building a relationship with Hershey. While Hershey is a sweet, loving boy, he has displayed reactive behaviors and ideally will be placed with a family that has previous experience. We want to make sure Hershey gets the support he needs to shine in the right home!

Once comfortable, Hershey is the silliest sweetest mush you've ever met. He greets his favorite humans with zoomies and a tail that wags in irregular circles! Hershey has bonded well with people of all shapes, sizes and genders!

Hershey has lived well with several cats and mostly ignores them. He enjoys playing with the resident dogs at his foster home (a beagle and a large Shepard mix) but will resource guard food and his preferred humans.

Hershey is house broken, crate trained, non-destructive and walks well on a leash.

With slow introductions, lots of treats, and structure Hershey could be the loveable misfit mutt you never knew you needed!

Could you be his forever home?

Maggie #864 is a red-and-white beagle/basset mix whose Rubenesque form hides the fact that she loves to speed walk and chase balls. Got a treat? She’ll catch it, no matter how difficult the toss. Justin Jefferson’s got nothing on this wide (emphasis on wide!) receiver.

If you’re home a lot and want a basset-shaped shadow, Maggie’s your girl. She gets along well with other dogs but could be the star of the show all on her own, too. She’s trusted to be loose when her foster family are
out, and, while fenced yards are nice for hound sniffs, Maggie is more of an
indoor enthusiast and would rather stick close to people.

Maggie is not a fan of cats, and it takes her a bit to warm up to older kids (and younger kids are definitely not her favorite.) She’s looking for a home that will keep up with her Jenny Craig weight-loss program and has a wide variety of fancy harnesses so she can go out looking her best.

There’s nothing quite like puppy love, and Bennett #872 has plenty to share. He loves making new friends, and little kids are his absolute favorite. That’s probably because, at 11 months, he’s just a baby himself! He’s red and white, the color of a Valentine. He’s currently 37 pounds with some room for growth.

Like many hounds, Bennett loves a walk with plenty of opportunities to stop and sniff. He’d be fine in any sort of yard situation. Even at his age, he’s allowed to free-roam his foster home. But he’s a responsible teenager and hasn’t had any house parties or raves while they’re away. He’s a straight-A student and is always on his best behavior. If you have a doggie tie sitting around hour house, Bennett would probably look great in it.

Unfortunately Bennett has tested positive for heartworm. He is looking for a foster to adopt home where he can complete his heartworm treatment while MNBR covers the costs, then adopt him once he is heartworm free. MNBR has clinics in MN, IA, WI, and ND that adopters can use for treatment.

Everyone, pick Zinnia #884! No, she’s not about to wilt. Instead, she gets more and more beautiful every day, and we’d hate for another day to go by without her finding her forever family. She’s 6 1/2 and the prettiest red-and-white color you’ve ever seen.

Zinnia doesn’t need a bunch (er, a pack) to bloom. She could be an only dog for people just waiting to lavish attention and love upon her. She’s still a little shy, but a peaceful walk really loosens her up. (She loves making sure she gets in all her steps! Currently she’s logging 50-60k a day. Can you keep up?)

Because of her shy nature and her love of nature, a fenced-in yard would be best so she can explore on her own. Like many older lady bassets, she has opinions on things, although her favorite thing to talk about is the best place to snooze after a good walk. She’s good in a crate, has no problem with stairs, and is housetrained. Add a Zinnia to your bunch and watch her thrive! Apply for Zinnia at https://www.mnbassetrescue.com/adoption

This poor little guy was found dumped and starving in a small town in OK. He is still underweight but he’s making strides towards being healthy again.

Unfortunately Jack has tested positive for heartworm. He is looking for a foster to adopt home where he can complete his heartworm treatment while MNBR covers the costs, then adopt him once he is heartworm free. MNBR has clinics in MN, IA, WI, and ND that adopters can use for treatment.

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

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.

Aurora #903 is a 9-month-old
black-and-white basset mix. We’re not quite sure what Aurora’s mixed with, but it’s with something that’s got some energy and loves to learn (border collie, maybe?) She can easily leap baby gates and stairs are no challenge to her. She’d really enjoy a fenced-in backyard and an active family who like to scope out the surroundings as much as she does.

If you’ve been looking for a basset but one that can keep up with the kids, Aurora’s just what you’re looking for. Give this sweetie a second chance that she definitely deserves.

Regal the Beagle #904 has had 9.5 years to live up to his name. He lost an eye as a puppy and his family when they moved, but he continues to go on with dignity and adorableness.

Regal is not afraid to assert himself, especially when it comes to who belongs on the couch, and would be fine being an only dog. He doesn’t mind being alone and believes the planet revolves around him and his beautiful smushy face.

Like every other beagle everywhere ever, Regal has a voice and he likes to use it. He’s also got a top-tier nose that he uses to find treatos and other interesting things. (Are you missing any Cheerios? Regal will track them down.) A fenced-in yard would be best, both because of his vision and because of his sniffer. He’d love to finish out his golden years with people who are prepared to worship his wonderfulness.

Summer #905 is an 8-year-old tan-and-white lady basset who weighs in at 40 pounds. She was part of a breeder release from down south. Her foster home describers her as deerlike, with big doe eyes and long legs (well, long for a basset, anyway!)

She’s learning how to be a house dog and could use a confident hound friend to show her the lazy basset life. She’s a submissive member of the pack, following the others and copying what they do. A new bestie who’s not afraid to share their person would be part of her perfect forever family.

Summer enjoys walks and is good on a leash, although seeing the sights is something she does more of. Because she’s still a bit skittish, a fenced-in yard would be the best choice for everyone.

A quiet, adults-only home full of routine and with a confident friend is what Summer is looking for. She’s sweet and well-behaved, but is still learning that people want nothing more from her than companionship and love.

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

Harry #910 is a 2-year-old tricolor male who weighs in at 30 pounds. He came to MNBR when his family ran into medical issues and couldn’t take care of him any longer. He’s good with dogs and is said to be good with kids. He was said to be cat friendly, but his recent attention toward the cat in his foster home leads us to believe he would be better in a cat-free space. He could be fine as an only dog if his person is home a lot of the time to give him all the time he deserves.

Harry’s good on a leash, although he tends to tie up his human while meandering. He’d be fine in any kind of yard, although he enjoys chasing small critters, so a fenced-in yard would suit him best. However, he also doesn’t tend to stay outside long if a person’s not with him.

Harry’s crate trained and can do stairs with no problems. He’s fairly chill, although, like every puppy, can get excited and enjoys a good toy to roll around. Couch snuggles are very important to him, and he’s dying to show new people his version of the zoomies—spinning around in circles!

Unfortunately, upon arrival in rescue we noted pain in Harry’s front legs. An x-ray and a consultation with our orthopedic surgeon confirmed our fears, Harry needs a double ulnar osteotomy. He is scheduled for surgery on 10/1 and is looking for a new home to recover in.

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

Flint #915 is a 4-month-old tricolor boy who has the chunkiest basset paws on the planet. He came to MNBR as part of a breeder release and is just getting to live the life of an indoor pet now. He can be a little shy and slow to warm up to strangers, but there’s plenty of time for him to fall for his forever people!

Flint enjoys playing with the other dogs in his foster home, so a big brother or sister would be ideal for him. He’d be okay on a tie-out but he loves to zoom, so a fenced-in yard (or lots of trips to the dog park) are high on his wish list.

Flint loves his crinkle toy and will nom on bones all day. His least favorite thing is when the other dogs gather on the couch, because he’s still too little to get up on his own. If you haven’t fallen for Flint yet, you haven’t looked hard enough.

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.

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

Mica #916 is a 4-month-old tan-and-white boy who came to MNBR as part of a breeder facility release with his parents, Charlie and Freckles. He’s enjoying his life of freedom and everything that comes with it. He’s a terribly smart little guy who is as brave as they come. He got stairs figured out immediately and his potty training is going excellently. He’s crated when his foster family is gone and even walks on a leash like a champ!

Mica would fit in well with any kind of family. He’d be fine on a tie-out or on a leash, although his puppy energy would enjoy bouncing off some fence walls. He’d be fine as an only dog or bring some of his joy into your current pack.

Mica’s hobbies include chewing on bones, sleeping near people and dogs, getting pats and smooches, and, of course, snacks. He’s liked everyone and everything he’s encountered.

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.

Sydney #917 is a 4-month-old tricolor baby who was part of a Missouri breeding facility release. She’s enjoying the “baby sister” role in her foster home but could be a pampered princess in a one-dog family situation too. She’s respectful of adult dogs and isn’t offended if they’d rather nap than zoom.

This is a confident little girl with a brave, outgoing personality. The only thing she’s found super scary is, surprisingly, her metal food bowl! Oooooh! She’s a big foodie, though, so it’s only a matter of time before that dangerous dog-eating bowl is defeated.

Sydney loves people and loves fun! If you’re looking for an adventurous puppy to spend the rest of your life loving, consider this one!

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.

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

Jade #919 is a 4-month-old red-and-white baby basset who’s ready to see the world (and maybe give it a nom.) She came to MNBR as part of a breeding facility surrender and is settling into life with her brother Flint and the adult dogs in her foster home.

Jade’s an active puppy who’s not afraid of anything except FOMO! She’s got a silly personality and loves hopping from couch to chair like a trampoline. She could be an only dog or add some excitement to an existing pack.

Jade is learning how to walk on a leash and get potty trained. She would be okay on a tie-out, but with her exuberance, a fenced-in yard would be ideal. She enjoyed meeting kids and showing them her favorite crinkly toys.

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.

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

Crystal #920 is an independent 2-year-old girl who came to MNBR as part of a breeder release. She’s learning that there are humans out there who treats dogs with respect and patience and is looking forward to everything her forever home can give.

Crystal has a long list of likes. She likes the outdoors (although her walking could use some work, and she’ll need a fenced-in yard as she learns to trust her new family.) She likes dogs, although doesn’t rely on them for emotional support. She’s learning about potty training and walking on a leash.

Crystal’s requests for her future family are good snacks, movie night, many toys to destroy, and many beds to lay in. Nice, quiet outdoor space. Slow-moving, patient people. Do you check those boxes?

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

Freckles #922 is a 3-year-old tricolor lady who weighs 46 pounds. She came to MNBR as part of a breeder release, and now she and her puppies are ready to live the good life. Freckles is learning how to be a house dog and is skittish with new people. She’d do best with a family with no kids, or older, dog-savvy kids, and resident hounds who can help her gain confidence.

Because she’s so shy, Freckles will need a home with a fenced-in backyard. It would be good for her mental and physical health. She does enjoy walks but will pull when startled. Freckles is housetrained but does not care for a crate. Her foster family allows her to be partially restricted when they’re gone and she does well.

Freckles will need a quiet home with a lot of routine. (She also said to put in a request for someone who will let her sleep in their bed. We told her we’d do our best.) Her favorite food is scrambled eggs. There’s no better combo than bassets and breakfast in bed!

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

Charlie 923 is a 1 ½-year-old red-and-white basset who came from a breeder situation. He’s always lived with other dogs and would enjoy having companions in his future forever home. He likes to be part of a pack and be wherever they are.

Charlie’s a chill guy who’s just happy to be included in dog or people activities. He’s a big fella who’s not really aware of his own size—but all the more basset to love! He can hold is own while zooming around with the pack too. Sometimes he speaks up and uses his voice, but he’s usually agreeable to whatever he’s being asked to do.

Charlie is crate trained, housetrained, and has figured out how to let himself in and out of his foster home. He could use some practice on walking, but who could say no to more walks? He’d probably act okay in any kind of yard situation, but with his size, a tie-out probably isn’t the best choice.

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

Bella came to MNBR when her family was no longer able to care for her. She is reported to be good with dogs, cats, and kids.

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

Poncho came to MNBR when his family was no longer able to care for him. He is reported to be good with dogs, cats, and kids.

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

Max came to MNBR when his family was no longer able to care for him. He is reported to be good with dogs, cats, and kids.

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

Sweet, shy Vanilla joined MNBR as a transfer from Chippewa Falls Humane Society. She was relinquished to them from a puppy mill, scared and pregnant. Her mix babies are now grown and finding homes of their own, but they asked if we could take Vanilla and teach her how to be a dog around other basset hounds. We absolutely said yes.

Vanilla is new to living in a home and with humans, so she’ll need a patient, loving family with another dog to show her the ropes.

We’ll update her bio as we learn more about her.

Apollo and his brothers were being given away as part of an oops litter. They were the only three left so we stepped in to take them.

They have been working hard on their house manners, but are still a bunch of silly puppies that will need structure and training.

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.

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

Angus and his brothers were being given away as part of an oops litter. They were the only three left so we stepped in to take them.

They have been working hard on their house manners, but are still a bunch of silly puppies that will need structure and training.

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.

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

Andre and his brothers were being given away as part of an oops litter. They were the only three left so we stepped in to take them.

They have been working hard on their house manners, but are still a bunch of silly puppies that will need structure and training.

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.

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

Pretty Lily joined MNBR as a private relinquishment from OK. She is dog and people friendly.

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