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Where We Work

BROOD rescues basset hounds and basset mixes in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC, Delaware and portions of southern Pennsylvania.

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Considering adopting a basset hound or basset hound mix? BROOD adopts dogs to qualified homes in VA, MD, DC, WV, and parts of DE and PA, other states at our discretion.

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Foster

We always need more foster homes. No other job in rescue is more rewarding than fostering.

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Membership

BROOD welcomes new members who share our passion for rescuing homeless. Please join us as we continue our ongoing rescue work!

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Volunteer

BROOD could not save any hounds without the hard work of our volunteers. Get involved today!

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Rescue is expensive. Donate to BROOD today to support our rescue work.

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Welcome to BROOD

Since 1996, BROOD has cared for and found homes for over 3,398 basset hounds and basset mixes. Some have been abused or neglected, others needed rescue when owners moved or passed away or could no longer care for their hounds. We are now in our 27th year of rescue.

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Homer adopted in 2019 by Tom & Helen Lydon

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COUNTDOWN TO THE RAMBLE EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 16

What's Happening

BROOD needs more foster homes. More information is available on our fostering page.

Ramble Event Wrap-Up

The Ramble event on September 16 was a huge success. We raised almost $80,000. There were hundreds of humans and hounds there and a great time was had by all.

Watch the BROOD website and social media pages for photos and the contest winners

Thanks to everyone who came to the event and those who supported us from afar!

Hound Harvest Auction

Bid in the Hound Harvest Auction and support our rescue work!

Thank You to Our Ramble Sponsors

Thanks to our 95 Ramble sponsors

Your sponsorships raised $55,715

The most ever for a Ramble event!

More information on our sponsorship page

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Faces of BROOD

Submit Your Dog’s Photo to Faces of BROOD

Have you adopted a dog from BROOD and are you a member of BROOD? If so, your BROOD dog’s photo can be featured as one of the success photos rotating on the BROOD’s website pages.

In Loving Memory — Memorials of Our Beloved Dogs

Always in our hearts, we will never forget the special dogs that have touched our lives. You can now honor your BROOD adopted hounds and other dogs that have passed away.

Submit your dog's photo and it will be displayed on the BROOD In Loving Memory memorial page. All dogs of paid-up BROOD members are eligible for inclusion on the In Loving Memory page.

Forever in Our Hearts

Become a Hound Hero

Support BROOD by making a monthly donation and be a part of our Hound Heroes program.

If you're looking for an easy way to help BROOD rescue more hounds, Hound Heroes is for you.

Pet Memorials

In Loving Memory — Memorials of Our Beloved Dogs

Always in our hearts, we will never forget the special dogs that have touched our lives. You can now honor your BROOD adopted hounds and other dogs that have passed away.

Submit your dog's photo and it will be displayed on the BROOD In Loving Memory memorial page. All dogs of paid-up BROOD members are eligible for inclusion on the In Loving Memory page.

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Featured Dog

MILO

I’m the marvelous Milo!!!! I am a 6-year-old Basset mix, with the softest fluffiest fur you’ll ever feel. BROOD is helping me find my forever home for the second time. I was initially adopted in 2017, but my family moved recently and couldn’t take me with them. I know I don’t have a lot of the typical Basset features like long ears and a low body, but I do have the sweet loving loyal personality of a faithful hound.

I am house-trained and can use a doggie door. My foster family has never had to crate me because I am very well-behaved and can be trusted to not make a mess. I am very smart and know lots of words. I take cues from my foster family and know when my foster mom gets her walking shoes on that it is time to go and get so excited. When I see her pick up her backpack, I know it’s time for a ride in the car to someplace new and will jump for joy to go on an adventure!

I am easy to care for and don’t require much to be happy. I love tennis balls and usually carry one with me wherever I go. (Be sure to check out my video!) I am a good sleeper and gladly wait for my family to wake in the morning before starting my day. I like taking a few short walks a day but I’m not one for all this nasty heat. Sometimes on very hot days, I just have to put my feet down and say no!

I’m looking for a quiet calm family to love and appreciate me. I need a home without cats as I tend to chase them. I need to be the only dog in the home as the energy level of other dogs is usually too intense for me. I love children as long as they are old enough to understand proper interactions with dogs. Loud noises will startle me so I’d not do well in an apartment or a busy city environment. I am scared of thunderstorms and do take medication to help me deal with the stress of the noise.

I have been with BROOD for over 300 days now and I think it is time that I lay down roots with a new family who will love me like I deserve. Will that be you? Please contact BROOD today!!! My adoption fee is sponsored by a BROOD supporter who hopes I will be adopted soon.

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