DaphneyLand Basset Hound Rescue

Basset Rescue Network, Inc. at Daphneyland

Please welcome Polly, Momma to the Golden Nugget puppies, back to Daphneyland.

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Basset Rescue Network, Inc. at Daphneyland

Announcing the Foster to fail for our senior girl Lizzy!! This little woofer just scored big!

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Basset Rescue Network, Inc. at Daphneyland

**GIANT TEAR ALERT. SERIOUSLY. BE FOREWARNED!**
This is a very hard one.
In 2011 I received this message from (now) departed Synthia Ross:
"Looks like I'm getting a new boy, Luther. He's 5-6 yrs old. He was run over as a pup, went to Cornell for extensive reconstruction. Seems to run and move fine, but has what sounds like some sort of fistula in his urethra - not sure if it was intentional or accidental. Urine drains at the base of his penis with no control, so needs diapers in the house (those I got...with lots of pads, thanks Pearl). The man died 2 yrs ago and it was his dog. The wife hasn't wanted to give up the dog (HIS dog) but doesn't want to deal with it either. Luther has been left to run alone and loose on 100 acres, sounds like year round. She leaves for long weekends and the daughter in law goes by to leave food out for the dog. Sometimes he runs to the son/DIL house a mile away for company and sits on their porch, but they don't allow him inside either. He can't spend another winter outside and all he needs is a diaper...poor boy. I'm working this weekend, but talked to the DIL today and we will set a day to get him the following week. He is about 90 min from me. The woman leaves for Florida on Tues, so don't know what she was going to do - just leave him and hope he got fed I guess. It's starting to get cold at night too - nice the last week but we've had a couple of hard frosts." That was my first intro to our "Tucker". Many may know that Synthia came and lived at Daphneyland for 2 years, before moving out to NV, and 4 years ago this coming June, took her life - leaving us her dogs. I have never posted her final note to me; I do so now as it's relevant.

"Thank you for taking the boyz. Tell them they are my heart and my life. I can't take care of them here anymore, so will do my best to watch over them from the Bridge. I love them and will never stop. My balloons to Rowan, Willy, Cristal, Pearl, and the others said "see you soon". I hope they greet me.
I'm sorry you have been so sad. I am just out of time and couldn't delay. I just couldn't make it work here. Maybe St. Francis will let me help him and I can do some good from there.
All my love to you and Kahuna, Zuma, Tucker, Sampson, and Charm and I hope they have nothing but happiness and love from here on out.
Synthia
PS Tucker has still been crying out periodically. We assumed it was all the bladder, but I think his arthritis/spinal fusion is causing him pain with certain movements. We didn't xray his upper back/neck so don't know how bad it is up higher. I almost just sent him to the Bridge, since he is having more trouble, but don't think he was ready yet. I miss holding him in my arms...."

Synthia thought Tucker had a bit more time. He did, 4 years to be exact. This last week Tucker was slowing down and we knew it would be time. Tucker has always gone out back at night and called to his Mom before bedtime. Last night was no exception.
He chose "dawn" to pass into her loving arms, the reunion complete, the promise kept. The memories are so many. Sweet Tucker-Tuck. The tears flow non-stop for our pajama clad Tucker. The sweetest boy ever. Kiss him non-stop for all of us Synthia, and may we one day see his happy tail romping thru meadows of green.

Daphneyland's Tucker Ross
ATB 5-20-18
The world was brighter with your sweet face here angel - Forever loved.
Reunited with Synthia, Zuma, Sampson, Fred, Pearl, Willy and all the Ross hounds that went before.
<3

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Watch us on the National Rescue Dog Show – February 19th on Hallmark!

It’s a Basset INVASION!!
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The Spring Newsletter is here!
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DaphneyLand Goes HOLLYWOOD!

If you found us through the Daytime Emmy Awards, welcome to DaphneyLand! One of the hounds you saw during the webcast would LOVE to be snoring on your couch right now! OR, you could make a donation and help save the lives of hundreds of these precious Basset Hounds. Scroll down and find out all about us!

Many know that we LOVE Rita Earl Blackwell. Not only does she give freely of her time to photograph the hounds, she also has volunteered with Hilaroo and at our HoeDown. Scott Smith, over at ConsumersAdvocate.org, knows a good story when he sees one and he put together a fantastic piece on Rita and her rescue work. Check out Scott’s article HERE.

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Brennan Coffey uses Prezi to explain to his parents
why they should adopt a Basset Hound.
This is BEYOND cute!

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Watch us on the National Rescue Dog Show – February 19th on Hallmark!

It’s a Basset INVASION!!
Help DaphneyLand Help the Hounds!
Click the Grid and DONATE!

Daphneyland in the National Spotlight

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Your donation goes straight to work, helping all the dogs at Daphneyland. Thank you for caring about the animals! We are faced with a hundred hungry animals every day - not to mention vet care, etc. DaphneyLand is a 501(c)3 and your donations are tax-deductible (Tax ID #20-3737011)!

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Find the perfect gift for the hound fancier. Or just pick out something for yourself! All proceeds raised from the sale of items in our store go to help the hounds at DaphneyLand. Clothing, computer accessories, stamps, and more, perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any day!

Watch us on the National Rescue Dog Show – February 19th on Hallmark!

It’s a Basset INVASION!! Help DaphneyLand Help the Hounds! Click the Grid and DONATE!

Daphneyland in the National Spotlight

Donate

Your donation goes straight to work, helping all the dogs at Daphneyland. Thank you for caring about the animals! We are faced with a hundred hungry animals every day - not to mention vet care, etc. DaphneyLand is a 501(c)3 and your donations are tax-deductible (Tax ID #20-3737011)!

Adopt

Shop

Find the perfect gift for the hound fancier. Or just pick out something for yourself! All proceeds raised from the sale of items in our store go to help the hounds at DaphneyLand. Clothing, computer accessories, stamps, and more, perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any day!

It’s a Basset INVASION!!
Help DaphneyLand Help the Hounds!
Click the Grid and DONATE!