What is Carolina Basset Hound Rescue?

Carolina Basset Hound Rescue (CBHR) is a volunteer-staffed, non-profit organization rescuing and placing stray, unwanted, neglected, and abandoned basset hounds in permanent homes.  In 2003 CBHR completed its requirements and is a fully recognized 501(c)3 organization.

Due to limited resources, the concentration of CBHR is on bassets in the Carolinas. Rescued bassets primarily come from animal shelters in areas canvased by volunteers in various regions of North and South Carolina. Under certain rare circumstances, CBHR accepts owner-relinquished dogs. As with all breeds, overpopulation and owner irresponsibility contribute to an abundance of animals.

The CBHR Adoption Program

When interest is expressed in adopting a basset hound, a packet of information is sent to that person. The packet includes an adoption application which the prospective adopter must complete and return. A telephone interview is conducted, and when possible a home visit is conducted. When a match is made between a dog and a prospective home, the two meet; if the meeting is successful the adoption is finalized.

There is a minimum $150-$250 donation for each animal adopted. This donation helps offset associated rescue costs and is an indicator that the adopting home has financial resources available to care for the new family member.

Interested in adopting a basset hound from CBHR? Please use our Contact Page to send an iquiry. Contact Page.

Becoming a Foster Parent

Our need for foster homes in only exceeded by our need for donations. Foster parents are very important in the transition of a neglected, sometimes scared dog into a trusting, fun-loving house pet. Fostering a basset requres patience, understanding, and willingness to discipline. If you are interested in being a foster parent (this can be a long term commitment) please use our Contact Page to send an inquiry. Contact page.