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....Rescuing Basset Hounds in Northern California for the last 16 years (for available hounds click here). 

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The Guidestar/Kimbia contest ended December 31.  You can still donate using the links above, but the contest is over.  Guidestar partnered with Network for Good/Kimbia to reward charitable giving this Holiday Season!!  AND you get the chance to read all about us on Guidestar.  You can also still LEAVE US A REVIEW!! 

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!  Holiday season is over and normal adoption procedures can resume!!  Start the New Year with a new friend! 


If you are an owner who needs to rehome their basset hound:  AT THE MOMENT SHELTER DOGS TAKE PRIORITY FOR A FOSTER HOME - If you are able to keep your dog with you while we try to find an adoptive home, that is a great help, but either way, please complete a surrender questionnaireNOTE: If possible, you need to spay/neuter, vaccinate and heartworm test your dog before we can accept them.   

Note:  We can discuss the financial implications if necessary as we know this is often the factor driving you to surrender your dog.  Complete the surrender application and tell us what you can afford to have done.  We have been inundated with bassets that are in shelters across the State and we need to make them a priority.   

 

 

Enjoy this video, compiled by our own Cindy Marsh, of the 90 dogs that have passed through GGBR up to Oct 15, 2011!


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If you are looking for basset puppies...please, buy from a responsible breeder.  Find out who is currently breeding by contacting the Basset Hound Club of America, Northern California Basset Hound Club or the Basset Hound Club of Sacramento.  DO NOT buy puppies off the internet, or from Craigslist.  These are usually back-yard bred or worse, may come from commercial breeders or puppy mills. 

See SOUTH FORK UPDATE for the latest information on the December 2009 Great Basset Rescue.  We are led to believe that people called Wendy and Ruby (bassetsbyruby) are selling puppies for Wanda & Greg... puppies that are still being bred in giardia ridden kennels that the Rogers' have lost to foreclosure.  We are told that the conditions are even worse than when we took 61 dogs off their hands in 2009.  We cannot personally confirm the information we receive, but have had the same information from several sources.  BUYER BEWARE.



Highlighted Dogs
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  Paris Hilton
Paris is an 18 month old boxer/basset mix. She loves chewers, any and all chewers, her dog crate, male dogs and belly rubs. She would make a very good companion for a male dog, not so good for femal...read more about Paris Hilton
  Goofy
Goofy is an extremely loving, loyal, intelligent, and affectionate companion. He wears his heart on his paw and can express a range of emotions with his big, soulful, heart-melting eyes. He does well ...read more about Goofy
  Maggie
Maggie is one of the intake dogs we rescued from SouthFork Kennels in December 2009. When we rescued her she was skinny, filthy, and looked like she had just weaned a litter of pups.  She was s...read more about Maggie
  Lolita
Check out Lolita. Red & White female.  She's between 5-7.  Sparkling personality; she's wiggly and lovely.
  Capone
Poor Capone was found by police after his owner had passed away.  Previously adopted from Daphneyland, he was returned there and now finds his way north as we assist Daphneyland in reducing their...read more about Capone
  Emma
Emma is a character!   She is bouncy and friendly and loves to be with people.  She is fine with all of the other dogs and is friendly but not really interested in playing. ...read more about Emma
  Bruno
"Looking for love...."  This sweet boy loves to curl at your feet, no matter what room you're in.  He is a quiet guy and doesn't even bay when the doorbell rings, and doesn't jump up on gues...read more about Bruno
  Elvis
Elvis is a charming 8 year old male who recently lost his home and family. He is great with people and other dogs. He is very obedient and follows you around with interest and curiosity in what you ...read more about Elvis
  Frank
Frank is an 8yo boy, a recent turn in at the Martinez shelter.  He was very scared and fussy the first day or so but quickly transformed into a very well adjusted boy.  Frank is a gregarious...read more about Frank
  Bubba
Bubba is a tricolor 3-5 year old male.  He was left at the Antioch Shelter with another Basset. Both covered with fleas and stick fleas. His friend or brother  was adopted leaving Bubba alon...read more about Bubba



Please take the time to browse our site, check that adoption of a Basset Hound is right for you, and/or see how you can help in other ways. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact ggbassetrescue@hotmail.com.

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Why Rescue?

Your Petstore Pup

Author Unknown

Cherish your new pet store pup -
Stand always by his side.
Mend his ills and give him hugs
and lots of fun car rides.

Feed him well and let him run
to build his body strong.
Play with him and give him treats.
Love him his whole life long.

You'll soon become his hero.
He will not ask you for much.
He'll trade his lifelong loyalty
for your kind word and touch.

Count him among your blessings,
as you are his blessing, too,
but then please do just one thing more,
When every day is through.

Take time to look into his eyes
each night you tuck him in.
I bet you'll see reflected there,
two other pups like him.
They've never had a family,
soft bed, good food, or fun.
They live life out in a wire box -
and never get to run.

They suffer searing heat at times,
at others freezing cold,
as weeks and months and years drag by
While they are growing old.

So think about his mom and dad
who shine there through his eyes,
and remember all the mill dogs
who are paying with their lives.

If they had ever had a chance,
they'd have grown up like him, too,
with years of love to give and get
before their lives were through.

You'll never see them face to face -
Such miracles are rare -
But pray for your pup's mom and dad,
'cause someone ought to care...

Don't buy your basset hound over the internet or from a pet store.  We can advise you about buying a well bred basset hound from a reputable breeder, and if your heart is set on a puppy, we occasionally get these in rescue also. If you are looking for a reputable breeder in California, check out this website: 

Basset Hound Club of America - CA Breeders List