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How can I help OBR’s efforts?
Ohio Basset Hound Rescue (OBR) operates solely on the
donations of those who choose to support our work through monetary and
other
means. It is very heartwarming to retain the support if individuals,
businesses, and families who are as passionate as OBR is about the work
we do
on behalf of our favorite breed. OBR highly respects the choice that
our
supporters make to allow rescue to continue working on behalf of the
public and
others, to not only promote adoption/rescue but to in turn offer
education to
those who are not familiar with the Basset Hound. Support through all
avenues
has permitted OBR to branch out across Ohio
through public events, kennel club shows and private fundraising
activities.
All
of the funds that we raise are directed to the care of
the animals that are with our organization. Each dog that comes into
rescue is:
•
given a thorough examination by a veterinarian
•
fully inoculated (includes distemper series combination, rabies
& bordatella vaccines)
•
heartworm tested
•
kept on monthly heartworm preventative while in foster
care
•
spayed / neutered
This
is the basic care that each and every rescue dog
receives. However, there are a few dogs that come to us that are in
need of
more medical attention. Some of these examples could include:
•
a dog that tests positive for heartworm disease and needs
to receive the treatment, which involves a 4-6 week period in which
additional
blood work and X-rays may be required to further diagnose the level of
treatment
or, a dog that has need for a fecal exam with follow up treatment for
identified parasites then a follow up fecal exam to confirm that the
parasite
is gone.
•
a current or old injury that requires corrective
orthopedic or other medical surgery
These
are only some of the examples of what OBR has
encountered with dogs that needed further medical attention. The second
biggest
expense that OBR incurs is the daily fees incurred to kennel a dog at a
boarding facility when an open foster home is not available to take the
dog
into their private home.
Following
is a list of some of the ways you can assist OBR
in rescuing our favorite breed:
1.
You can check at Shelters and Pounds for
Bassets.>
2.
Confirm that dog(s) at the Shelters and Pounds
are Bassets
3.
Make home visits for potential owner
confirmation
4.
Transport dogs (at least partway) to new homes
or to a Foster Home.
5.
Act as a temporary Foster Home Site for a few
days or weeks when regular Full-Time Foster Homes are full
6.
Support Ohio Basset Hound Rescue by paying for
an Ad in your local paper if needed
7.
Make periodic visits to new owners to assure
Bassets are properly cared for
8.
Be available to provide advice / support to new
owners when minor problems occur
9.
Provide “treats,” food, collars, leads, etc. for
Bassets in transition Foster Homes
10.
Contribute Basset stories / photos for “The
Hound Herald”
11.
Help run and volunteer at any public events in
which Ohio Basset Hound Rescue is participating
12.
Visit our Gift Shop or Sponsors’, Affiliates’
Sites, where all purchase proceeds will benefit our efforts
Where
do I start?
Go
to our CONTACT page and call or e-mail one of our
coordinators and let them know how you are able to help and they will
be very
happy to work with you. All assistance is welcome and needed!
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What is a Basset
Hound?
The Basset Hound
is originally from
France
,
which
explains the development of the name. In French, “bas” means “low-set.”
The
Basset was initially used as a hunting hound that could be followed on
foot. By
the 1700’s, Basset Hounds were used extensively throughout
France
,
differing somewhat in appearance from province to province. It is
believed that
at about this time, George Washington received a pair of Bassets as a
gift. In
the 1800’s Bassets were exported to
England
and then to the
United
States
.
Size
considered, the Basset is heavier in bone than any
other breed. The temperament is mild, devotion extreme. The Basset
Hound’s
scenting ability is second only to the Blood Hound. The long ears,
facial
wrinkles, and deep muzzle help trap the scent. Sturdy legs, loose skin,
slick
coat and compact size help the Basset Hound track through thorny
brambles,
dense brush and difficult terrain without difficulty. Basset Hounds,
though
stereotypically viewed as couch potatoes, can be quite athletic and
cover a
long distance in a short period of time. Basset Hounds need to be given
regular
exercise.
Bassets
have easygoing temperaments. They tend to be strong
willed.
Train
your Basset. Normally a stern voice is the only
correction needed. Patience, tenderness, praise (and a dog treat or
biscuit)
work wonders in training a Basset Hound. Praise your Basset whenever
they do
something that pleases you.
Bassets
love love, and need to be a part of your family. If
left alone during the day, consider another dog or a cat to keep them
company.
Bassets do not need a huge yard or a high fence, but a Basset’s
scenting
instinct will get them in trouble if left unconfined.
House
breaking can be no more difficult than any other dog.
Are
Bassets different? Yes! Most people think of Bassets as
a small dog. A Basset normally weighs between 40 – 60 lbs. Bassets are
prone to
obesity. The coat of a Basset is not fussy, but they shed year round
and should
therefore be brushed weekly. The extra-long ears of a Basset need to be
cleaned
weekly in order to avoid infection. This is due to the long, droopy,
thick,
leathery ears, which hold in moisture. Nails are tough, thick and
should be
trimmed every couple of weeks.
Basset
Hounds carry a variety of color patterns, which can
include a combination of any of the following: red, ten, black or
lemon, with
white markings.
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How do I adopt an OBR hound?
“Step-by-Step
– Ohio Basset Hound rescue’s Adoption Process”
OBR’s goal is
to adopt our homeless hounds into permanent,
loving, and responsible homes.
Potential
adopters are required to complete and submit an
adoption application as the first step in the adoption process.
The adoption
application can be printed out directly from
OBR’s Web site or submit on line.
Please visit the Adoption area
OBR adoption
applications will not be processed if the form
is not completed in full, or if the application does not contain the
signatures
of both the applicant and their spouse / significant other. The
information
provided in the adoption application will help us find the best hound
for you
and your family. We will check with your veterinarian as to the
consistency in
the level of care that your current animals receive. We also will check
with
your landlord (if you rent the property on which you reside) to verify
that you
are permitted to have an animal at your residence.
Potential
adopters will not be permitted to set up a meeting
with a rescue dog in a foster home until they have an approved
application with
Ohio Basset Hound Rescue. Once the potential adopter has an approved
application, then arrangements will be made to have them meet with the
rescue
dog at the foster home.
A minimum
donation of – dogs under 1 year $250.00 - for
dogs 1 – 8 yrs. old –
$200.00 for dogs 8 years and older $125.00 ,
is required and will be payable at the time of adoption and is not refundable. updated
June 22, 2007. OBR reserves the right to change the adoption donation without
prior notice on the OBR web site or applications. We try and
keep everything upto date. If
you have concerns regarding the donation fee please contact Eva at babynugs2003@aol.com
or call her at (513)
625-2036.
The adopting
family also will be will be required to sign an
adoption contract at the time of the adoption. All dogs are
spayed/neutered;
inoculated (includes rabies, bordatella vaccinations, distemper series
combination), heartworm tested and kept on monthly heartworm
preventative prior
to adoption. This is the basic care that each hound receives. If any
additional
medical treatment/attention is needed, OBR will provide that to the
hound at
the direction of our veterinarians (ie. Dental, heartworm treatment for
those
who test positive, deworming, etc.)
Please note
that OBR Adoption Applications may take 7 – 10
business days to process. Potential adopters will be contacted by a
collect
telephone call with the status of their application, once the
application has
been processed and reviewed.
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Is
Fostering For You?
Fostering – Not Always
Easy. Always Rewarding.
Ohio Basset Hound Rescue has a
need for foster homes for the
Bassets we rescue. Expanding the number of foster homes we gave
available will
ensure that we will always have a safe and loving home that is ready
and
waiting for any Basset Hound that needs us. Until we find them
permanent homes,
rescued Bassets stay with volunteer faster families. This is the first
step on
the road to the Basset’s new life, and is critical to the success of
Basset
rescue.
What do you do if you can’t find a foster home?
We would board
the dog and pay everyday. This can be very
expensive and would be used only as a last resort, One week’s boarding
can cost
more than providing needed veterinary care for a rescued Basset.
What
will I be
responsible for?
Our rescue
Bassets will need regular feeding, fresh water,
and a safe environment. Most of all foster families provide the love
and
attention these Bassets so desperately need. We also rely on the foster
home to
provide an evaluation of the Basset’s behavior, attitude, and
temperament so
that we can place him or her in the proper adoptive home. Ohio Basset
Hound
Rescue will cover the cost of all vaccinations, all other medical
bills, a
leash collar, and a rescue ID tag.
How
much notice will
I have that you need me to foster a rescue Basset?
We usually
don’t get more than a few hours notice. In some
cases, we may have several days notice.
What
would happen if
the rescue weren’t able to get along in my house?
If for any
reason, the Basset is not able to get along with
your other dogs, your cat, or your family members, we would place him
or her in
another home.
What
are the
advantages to fostering?
You would be
providing a needed service, perhaps saving a
Basset’s life. You also would be meeting some wonderful Bassets as well
as
learning more about the breed. Fostering is a way to enjoy Basset Hound
companionship without making a lifelong commitment. The greatest
advantage may
be that helping to rehabilitate a dog that may have been abandoned,
neglected,
or abused can be a very rewarding experience.
What
are the
disadvantages of fostering?
It is easy to
grow attached to a rescue foster dog and it
can be hard to see them leave when they are adopted. Some of our
rescued Basset
Hounds have been through some very hard times and they may have special
needs
which will require extra attention. Not all of the Basset Hounds we
rescue are
housebroken and will need to be trained to do so.
How long would I keep a foster hound?
This varies from a few days, a few weeks to a month or more.
The length of time is very dependent on the mental and physical
condition of
the particular Basset, as well as what kind of approved adoptive homes
we have
at the time. For example, if he or she is heartworm positive, permanent
placement cannot be done until the treatment is successfully completed
(which
ranges from 4-6 weeks.)
How can I apply to be a
foster home?
Please print out and complete a
copy of the regular adoption
application. Before you send it in, be sure to write at the top of the
first
page that you are applying to be considered as a potential foster home.
We will
gladly help you evaluate your home environment and lifestyle to
determine if you’d
make a good fostering candidate.
Foster families have:
• Large amounts of patience and
love.
• a willingness to accept a
Basset into their home as part
of their family.
• The ability to evaluate the
Basset’s temperament and
reinforce basic commands.
• A schedule that will allow
them to exercise the Basset
regularly, and a safe place the Basset can stay when they are gone.
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What
are Owner relinquish dogs?
Owner relinquish dogs are pets that their current owners no
longer feel that they can care for their pet in a manner that a
responsible pet
care-taker should. The reasons these owners give up their pets vary,
from
allergies, illness, divorce, new work demands, or poor family planning
to name
a few. OBR encourages owners to consider their pet’s needs before
making major
life choices that can be traumatic for their pet.
Basset Hounds
in particular, are very devoted creatures to
their owners and being transplanted to a new family creates confusion
and
causes feelings of insecurity, which can lead to the dog to start bad
behavior.
This often causes stress on the dog and its new family.
Ohio Basset
Rescue offers a posting service on our web-site
to assist these owners in placing their pet and these listings are an
effort to
help as many dogs as possible. OBR is not a “dumping ground” for
unwanted pets
and cannot afford the fiscal and emotional expenses of accepting these
animals.
A majority of
the hounds that we place are strays,
abandoned, or are from Animal Humane Societies. Fostering, Caring, and
Placing
these hounds are the focus of OBR’s efforts.
Ohio Basset
Hound Rescue is not responsible for, not can OBR
confirm the temperament/health of the dogs listed as “Owner relinquish”
dogs.
All postings
remain in our Owner-Relinquish list for
approximately 90 days at which point the person listed as the contact
is
responsible for contacting OBR to continue to have the information
listed for
another 90 day period if needed.
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The New Arrival!
A Basset’s security depends on the people and places they
are familiar with, having lost both of these, a Basset is apt to be
frightened
and insecure. The Basset may appear timid, slightly agitated, or
hyperactive.
Introducing
your new Basset to your present dog is very
important. A little effort by you up front can mean the difference
between
success and failure. Because dogs are territorial, introduce them in a
neutral
place such as a park. Once they have played together (on leashes or
course)
take them back to your yard together. Now watch the fun as they “bond.”
Try to be
relaxed and calm with the new arrival to help them
relax. Remember that two hands are there – one for the present dog and
one for
the new, Also be careful with children that they don’t neglect the old
dog for
the excitement of the new arrival.
Training a new
dog to keep their new house clean is helped a
long way by first taking them through your house on a leash. This will
give you
much more control if the dog decides to urinate (marking new territory
or just
plain excitement). Most news dogs will have a few accidents until they
learn
this is their new home to keep clean. Praise the dog profusely when you
see the
dog go outside, and give a sharp “no” if you catch the dog going
inside (and
immediately take them outside).
A dog may wish
to go outside, but not understand that you
will open the door for them. Try to watch, and see if you see them pass
by the
door and head for the back of the house, call the dog and put the dog
outside.
Going to the back of the house is an attempt to get as far away from
where the
dog lives as possible. Pacing around the room is another clue.
All dogs
adopted through Ohio Basset Hound Rescue must be
kept inside the house during the day and sleep inside the house at
night.
Putting the dog to bed in a confined area is the best way to keep them
from
relieving themselves in the night. They are most comfortable being in a
room
with you or another dog, if this is not possible, put a blanket or pad
down in
a comfortable area void of drafts.
Grooming
Bassets is not a heavy burden. The biggest care for
a basset are the ears – the ears need to be cleaned once a week. Their
toenails
should be clipped every couple of weeks.
Bassets like
to roam. If your dog gets out, please call Ohio
Basset Hound Rescue before you go looking.
Good luck with
your new arrival! Like so many other things
in life, you get ont of this experience exactly what you put in.
remember,
especially during those first few days, your dog doesn’t really know
you, your
habits or your house. Give your dog a little time and lots of love and
the
rewards will be many. We’re always here to help assist with any
questions that
you may have. Another good source is your veterinarian who will have a
lot of
information on pet care and training.
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