Unless you have run an on-line auction you really don't appreciate how much work goes into it.  From collecting items from, in Hettie's Howliday Auction case, all over the world, the photographs, the posts, the messages,  checking payments, packing, printing labels, and trips to the post office.  It really does become a full time job for a few weeks.  We are so incredibly grateful for Sally King and Hettie for running this annual auction for us again this year.  Sally has some amazing donators who we are also grateful to; people that never fail to bid on the items donated; and she also has a Sue and a Barbara who help with the sorting, packing and post...

Hettie's Howliday Auction ends tonight at 8pm.  You would not believe the amazing finds Hettie has for you to bid on - some items have been sent over from across the pond, and some are incredibly rare like this fabulous Country Artist Loafer Basset.  This guy has been discontinued, you will only find him second hand, or at Hettie's facebook page!  He has his original box and paperwork, he's as rare as a basset with recall!  Pop over to Hettie's facebook page for all the goodies or buy your ticket for this fabulous specimen of a Hound by paying £5.00 reference "Hettie" into paypal - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or into the Bank A/C 52372266 S/C 40-34-27 Be quick though ...

Christmas is just round the corner so we wanted to update you all on our plans for the festive period. We always stop adopting BRNGB bassets throughout December.  This is because December is normally a very busy period for most households; visiting family and friends; out visiting; parties, which we do not feel is a suitable environment for a basset to settle into a new home.   On the run up to December we ensure that our foster families are happy to continue caring for their foster hounds over the festive period, most of which will already be settled and happy within the home and have probably met all visitors already.   For the same reason, we also do not accept su...

The fabulous Hettie Howliday Auction starts today!  Sally King and the gorgeous BRNGB Hound Hettie have been running this auction for the last few years all to raise funds for BRNGB.   When we say it's fabulous, we mean it.  We have no idea where Sally and Hettie obtain all the items, but we are truly grateful to everyone who donates.  There are items which you will not find in the UK, items get sent worldwide in this auction so you need to ensure you keep an eye on your bids and Hettie's page.  We've added a link to this below together with a little sample of some of the items you will be able to bid on.  All funds raised go to the hounds in our care ...

We have updated most of the hounds on our website sharing with you all their journey so far with BRNGB.  Not sure where to find them?   The hounds under assessment at the moment can be found here:- Under Assessment Hounds under assessment  https://www.brngb.org/adopt-a-hound/under-assessment Those looking for their forever homes can be found here (this is updated once hounds have finished their assessment and are looking for their forever homes)  Gallery Hounds looking for their forever homes  https://www.brngb.org/adopt-a-hound/bertie And those who have found their forever homes can be found here   Rehomed The Basset Rescue Network of Great Britain (B...

 It is with great sadness that this evening we share the news that a true gent and avid supporter of BRNGB passed away last night. Jeff had been a huge part of the BRNGB family and brand from day one. He was the designer and brains behind our wonderful website; he helped launch BRNGB's first ever fundraiser all those years ago; and was always on the end of the phone for a stupid question when we broke the website; forgot passwords; needed new email addresses; and of course the winter snow flakes on the website. He would happily take the mickey, tell us where we were going wrong, and fix anything IT'ish for us. Jeff was always on hand professionally, and of course the banter would f...

An update from Beau's foster family  Beau continues to improve . He is a lovely boy, who loves people and other dogs.  A little separation anxiety, but after what he has been through that is not surprising, but he is getting better each day.  His wish list goodies first arrived after he was admitted to hospital, so we saved posting until the others arrived - we can't thank everyone enough for all the love and support shown to Beau, and ourselves. It has been overwhelming!  As you can see Beau loves his gifts. He did try to get into the treats, but for now they are not on the menu!  We have been out on short walks. He gets tired quickly still , although this is gettin...

 The only words that are needed for this update is  BEAU IS HOME Beau came home late last night.  He's eating, he's playing and loving being back with his foster family.  The resident hounds welcomed him home like a long lost buddy.  We will update later today, right now we don't need to say anything more but just enjoy this moment with us, and know you were part of this journey, you helped make this happen, you helped save this boy!  We have a new wish list for Beau if you are able to donate. A few things he needs including his special food.  We know you've all donated so much and you blow our minds every time. To every one of Beau's Army, t...

Now the photo above may cause upset, but this is because of the video at the bottom!  Oh yes! Beau has turned a corner, he's been moved into the main dog ward where he is desperately trying to play with the other dogs!  His foster parents went to visit him yesterday and it was kisses and cuddles galore!  His bottom tube has been removed, and (sorry we know it's Sunday breakfast time but this is worth celebrating) his poop is now forming!  Woohooo - yes we celebrate poop Beau is eating better and the IV fluids have been reduced, it really is the most positive update we've received so far!  To think that Beau has been in hospital longer than he has spent at his foster ...

Whilst we appreciate all the donations we have received for Beau, which currently have just about covered his vet bills (more on Beau to follow)  we do have another 20 hounds in our care who all require funds whilst in foster.  Gaynor and Phil have kindly donated another stay at their tranquil Hideaway Cottage for one of you wonderful supporters to win.   This cottage is a dog lovers paradise; it's so dog friendly it not only has an enclosed garden, but also a wonderful, fenced off open space for your hounds to run, or bumble around if you don't fancy a walk.  All you have to do is open a gate, cross a cute little bridge and freedom is all theirs!  It even ...

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Yesterday morning the vet called with his update, he's not better, but he's no worse. He is still pouring out watery diarrhoea, and he needs to stay on iIV fluids to replace his losses as a lot, even though he has finally started to drink, it is not enough to replace his losses.  He has continued to eat little at a time, but being given food frequently to keepn his gut going, so the feeding tube is still absent, which is good as Beau was apparently distressed with it anyway!  Bloods stable - they monitor his electrolytes regularly because of the diarrhoea and iv fluids.  The vet considered Addisons Disease, but they don't think this fits clinically or with ...

The Basset Rescue Network of Great Britain #NOBASSETGETSFORGOTTEN  Name: Lincoln  Sex: Male  Age: 7 Location: Lancashire  Meet Lincoln, the softest boy with the biggest heart. Lincoln is an absolute cuddle monster; he wants nothing more than to be pet and snuggle up with his humans. If you aren't showing him attention he will sit and chat at you until you give him loves. He's a gentle creature and is sweet with all animals he has encountered, cats, dogs, chickens and horses. He lives with me and my resident hound Wilma, he has shown no dominance traits however, can be a bit food possessive and may tell Wilma off if she is too close to his bone or kibble. He shows no aggre...

We had the update from the vet this morning which you have all been waiting for, which is positive, but Beau is far from out of the woods yet.  Before we go into details of how Beau is doing, can we take a moment to thank every each and one of you.   Your messages of support, your outpouring of love for Beau and us, your donations, your prayers, even just a share or a like on Beau's posts have given us all a massive lift in our spirits.  To know this boy has his Army behind him, has made this fight slightly easier for all of us.   Don't get us wrong, Beau still has a fight and a long road ahead of him, but every tiny step of his little paws, is a step in the rig...

Beau needs his Army!  Every hound who joins the BRNGB family has their own supporters. Some have whole a whole army, and right now Beau needs every single one of you. This is a four year old boy, a boy who has suffered with his health on and off all his life. We have all of his vet records and so do the vets, but he's never been this poorly, he is literally at the gate to the bridge. Beau arrived in our care on Saturday at four years old. Saturday night and Sunday he was doing really well. Monday morning, one of the other resident bassets woke the foster family up barking, which is unusual. When they went to check on the hounds there was vomit, bloody diarrhoea and urine everywhere. It ...