Experiences from a Foster Family of Bloodhounds and Basset Hounds

Meet Reggie- a beautiful, affectionate 2-3 year old Bloodhound.  He thinks he is a lap dog, loves to play with all of his foster brothers and sisters.  He will follow you everywhere.  He loves to be brushed and knows basic obedience commnds.

Meet Walker- a young Treeing Walker Coonhound- he is such a delight- very easy going, loves to play and loves to walk.   He was rescued from the West Side Kill Shelter- they said he had food aggressions- I just feed him by himself and he is fine- He is so affectionate and would make a perfect family pet.

Sunday June 14^th Diamondbacks vs Houston Astros Game Time 1:10pm

Tickets are only $13 (a $2 savings) and AZBHR gets $5 from each ticket sale!

You must purchase from AZBHR by June 1^st

Link to order form http://www.azbassetrescue.com/Events/DiamondbacksJune09.doc

Or email fundraising@azbassetrescue.com for details

I am a very handsome Basset / Beagle mix. I am an intelligent fellow, I get along with most dogs. I like to go for walks and would probably do very well in a home with older kids or just adults. I also like to play ball!! I can be a little shy at first, but once I warm up to you I love to sit and watch TV with you – especially if you have popcorn to share!! Please complete an adoption interest form and email it to  .hmmessage P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body.hmmessage { font-size: 10pt; font-family:Verdana } sltepe@hotmail.com if you are interested in meeting Bernie.

Cardamom, Cassia and Rosemary were adopted today.  Cassia and Cardamom- which came to me as a bonded pair- were adopted together to a wonderful family in Phoenix.

Rosemary, my confident little Basset Hound- joins her new brother-Basset Hound Doogey in Gilbert.

Thank you to the familys that adopted these precious girls.

Please visit Arizona Basset Hound Rescue if you are looking for a wonderful Basset or Bloodhound for your next 4-legged friend.

…that just capture my heart.  They are loyal and great creatures.  Everyone that I foster just captures my heart.  If you are looking for the most loyal and loving dog- look no further than a Bloodhound.

If you are looking for a big, loving, slobbering dog- Check out a Bloodhound.

Take a look at this gorgeous boy- He is all hound and sweet as he can be!! He was found wondering around the Arcadia District in Phoenix.  After efforts to locate his family, he was relinquished to the rescue and he is doing great.  He gets along great with all his foster friends.  He is a Black/Tan Bloodhound, with droopy brown eyes, long ears and plenty of wrinkles.  He is 2-4 years old and weighs about 87lbs.

Reggie will be looking for his forever home.  He is up to date on all his shots and is neutered.

This beautiful young male Bloodhound was found in the Arcadia area on Tuesday, March 24th at 56th Street & Indian School.
He was not found on the course but it was close enough that someone here may know his owners. He is a very nice dog and unfortunately has no collar and no micro-chip.  If would like more information please email me.

Lost Bloodhound

“I Am An Animal Rescuer.”

My job is to assist God’s creatures
I was born with the need to fulfill their needs
I take in new family members without plan, thought or selection
I have bought dog food with my last dime
I have patted a mangy head with a bare hand
I have hugged someone vicious and afraid
I have fallen in love a thousand times
And I have cried into the fur of a lifeless body
I have animal friends and friends who have animal friends
I don’t often use the word “pet”
I notice those lost at the road side
And my heart aches
I will hand raise a field mouse
And make friends with a vulture
I know of no creature unworthy of my time
I want to live forever if there aren’t animals in Heaven
But I believe there are.
Why would God make something so perfect and leave it behind?
We may be master of the animals,
But the animals have mastered themselves
Something people still haven’t learned
War and abuse make me hurt for the world
But a rescue that makes the news gives me hope for humankind
We are a quiet but determined army
And making a difference every day
There is nothing more necessary than warming an orphan
Nothing more rewarding than saving a life
No higher recognition than watching them thrive
There is no greater joy than seeing a baby play
When only days ago, was too weak to eat
I Am An Animal Rescuer
My work is never done
My home is never quiet
My wallet is always empty
But my heart is always full
In the game of life, I have already won.

~ Annette King Tucker.

Here are the dogs playing in the water after irrigation