Rufus is an owner surrender. He is 2 and half years old. He is house trained good with kids. . Heartworm neg. Up to date on vaccines.

Jake is a gorgeous, happy-go-lucky young hound as he is 2-3 years old. He is very active and sweet and would like a playmate. He really enjoys attention and lots of playing. He will definitely keep you entertained. He is not shy and he will make himself right at home in your lap or bed. He cuddles all night. He is a vocal boy so he needs a home where neighbors won’t mind all his talking. He is happy and healthy and wants a forever home. Is your home available for this boy? Get your applications in quickly for him at BellyRubs.org.

He is a sweet, loving boy, about 4-5 years old. His foster parent says ** READY FOR ADOPTION!! ** He is hound extremely loving and sweet. He'd be the perfect addition to your family if somebody is home a lot, you have another dog he can be with and/or if you work at an organization that allows him to come with you. He knows basic commands, he hasn't had an accident in the house yet so we think he's house broken and he's not overly active except for a few hours a day. Dude loves walks (still needs to work on staying with his owner while on leash though), adores his crinkle-dragon toy and can be found at random moments chewing his bully stick. Warning: if you don't want your dog on a couch or chair, Doofraine is not for you. 😉

This petite lady is just a 1 year old. She does fine in the car so she could be a travel companion. She didfine with the 2 foster dogs she met but has not been cat tested, but the foster mom says she would be shocked if she has issues with cats. She's needing some time to decompress and ssettle into her foster home. Foster mom reports "More posts next week as her personality comes out". Updates soon on this lovely lady! Get your applications in for her now at BellyRubs.org.

WE HAVE GOT PUPPIES!!!!! These puppies are 4 weeks old as of 9/13/18. Their mother is a basset and already has been adopted. The pups are healthy and energetic and little bundles of joy. Look at those big feet! Poppy is the pup with white feet. Petunia is the tri colored sweetie. Get your applications in now for these precious babies so the process can be completed when these angels are ready to be in their forever homes.

Meet precious Lola. Her family moved into an apartment and couldn't take her with them. Her previous owners reported she loves kids, and loves dogs. She is spayed and is 14+ years old. She likes to sunbathe and play with kids. She is a precious basset mix girl who just wants a soft couch to land on in her last years. Is it yours? Please contact Bellyrubs.org and fill out an application for this precious dog. There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

How sweet! A bonded pair. Roscoe, the basset and his friend, Diana, the beagle need to stay together. Roscoe is 4 years old and Diana is a senior gal. They have just arrived in foster care so an update will be shortly. Get your applications in for these sweethearts at Belly Rubs.

Buddy is a 3 year old St. Basset that was found as a stray. He is good with dogs and cats . He loves people and is a super sweet guy. He would make a great addition to any family and he is sooooo good looking. Don't you have room in your heart and home for this lover boy? Currently being fostered in Greenville TN.

He’s a friendly and happy dog and seems good with other dogs. He is in a foster home and blossoming. The foster reports that he is a laid-back dude! He loves attention from everyone and is very trusting . And he likes to go for rides in the car. What a great dog! Hurry with those applications for this handsome hound. Go to BellyRubs.org

Flash is the sweetest, most gentle dog our vet has ever examined. He is neutered and vaccinated and he is ready to go to his forever home. e is approximately 2 years old. Do you have room in your heart and home for this precious boy? He deserves a forever home.

He is a 5 year old bagle extraordinaire. If you want a lap dog, then Red is your little man. He also has a great “singing” voice. He is definitely a family dog. Doesn’t your family deserve this special small basset beagle mix? He is available now, so get your applications in for this sweetie.

Oscar is an 8 year old super sweet basset guy. He is good with other dogs. He kinda grumbles with toddlers but has never snapped or bitten. Lived outside with a senior golden but he had lived inside for first 5 years so he is house savvy. He is good on leash and super people friendly. He'll go out and do his business and then he's ready to go back in especially when it's hot out. He's not a fan of the crate. Sleeps in a dog bed and sleeps all night. He is a good dog and loves to just lay there and be loved on. He is a charmer. Wouldn't you let him charm you and be a member of your family? There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Lacey is 8 year old female basset. Isn't she gorgeous? She is fully vaccinated and but is heartworm positive, which is fully treatable. She has ear and skin issues that are being treated as a full recovery is expected. She is getting the TLC she needs. Foster says she is a very sweet and loving girl. Lacey seems house trained and she is good with other dogs. There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Here’s Emma. She is a doll! She is in foster care in Chattanooga, TN. She is probably 2-4 years. She started out timid, but is coming into her own. She is vetted, spayed, and hw neg. She just wants to snuggle in your lap and love your forever. Are you her forever person? Fill out an application for her at BellyRubs.org and she may be yours.

Clint is a very sweet fella and has settled in well with his foster mom. Clint walks a little slow and may stumble because our vet thinks he has some neuro deficits from a past embolism or accident. This prompted his cruel owners to drop him at the shelter, and they got a new puppy and didn’t need Clint anymore. But he gets around more than fine and has no incontinence issues. In fact, he often stays in for an entire working day with no accidents. We think he needs a level home without any stairs to maneuver and maybe some other dog friends. He has been nothing but sweet since we pulled him from the shelter. Could you give Clint a chance? There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Sammy was a wandering stray when a nice family took him in and contacted us for help. No one ever came looking for him. He’s a sweetheart with lots of pretty coonhound freckles on his tummy. His foster family loves him but let us know that he will chase cats. He’s good and submissive with other dogs though and had liked all people. He’s gorgeous and a young adult, he would be a great companion in just about any family setting.

Jasper is a big hunk of love. In fact, we would like for him to slim down just a bit. We think some former owner really showed love with food. He loves cuddling and being near his foster mom. He really likes things his way and gets a little nervous if doctors and new folks want to manhandle him too much. He’s getting slimmed down and healthy and ready to be the center of someone’s home. Jasper hangs fine with his foster siblings but prefers people and most of all wants to be the boss and your main squeeze. There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

We call this guy Charlie the Coyote Fighter. He was left outside to his own devices for most of his life and his owners told us that he likes to “run off the coyotes at night.” Adding insult to injury, he was also regularly chased and aggravated by young children in the family so he needs to be in a home with older children or adults. (And no coyotes please!) He loves the indoor pampered life, as we knew he would, and coexists peacefully with several dog siblings and one nine year old human boy. He deserves a good, easy, spoiled existence from here on out. Do you have room for this sweet fella? There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Summer is a beautiful “young” golden girl. She likes taking naps on big soft dog beds but she also likes cruising the yard with her foster siblings. Somehow she found her way to a shelter as a stray and we really don’t know how or why. She’s a perfect girl. One of her front legs turns out, a characteristic we see often in bassets, but it does impact her mobility or slow her down. There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Ellie Mae’s beloved owner died and her son asked us to find a loving home for her. She was mourning her owner and had gotten very thin but she is feeling better and looking better and seems happy again. She doesn’t ask for much, just love and a big soft bed, good food and to be part of a family. She is being fostered in Chattanooga, TN and is thriving in her foster pack. She has spunk and a raspy bark and bounces when she plays. Her foster family loves watching her grow in confidence and be a hound again. Why adopt a Senior Hound? There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound requires less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Philomena came to us last November after she was found lying in a road in Nashville, severely injured. She had a shattered back leg and dislocated front leg, and multiple broken ribs. Doctors predicted that her leg could not be repaired with surgery. We opted to splint the shattered leg and hope for a miracle. With much tlc from a wonderful foster home and the care of a great doctor, she has spent over four months recuperating and healing, and is now cast-free and walking and running. She is a miracle and very dear to our group and supporters who have watched her progress and pulled for while she recuperated. She is obviously a strong, determined dog, but she is also a ray of sunshine, and thus far has loved every person and animal she’s come into contact with, and withstood a lot of discomfort and hardship with tail wags and cuddles. She is about 9 years old, a very happy and feisty nine years old, and we think she will be a great companion for someone for years to come. Because of her injuries, we have certain requirements for her forever home. She must live in a level home without steps inside, or steps going to the yard (ramps to the yard are ok). She must also remain on quality joint supplements for the rest of her life. She must have a fenced yard where she can run and play freely, and her forever family must commit to keeping her healthy and trim. Philomena is a gem, and all of us involved with her are in love. We will make no exceptions to any of our requirements for her. She has been fostered with an awesome family who own their own grooming boarding facility in the Knoxville area, and they have offered free grooming and boarding for her as needed for life with her new family. Do you want to adopt this special girl? Please apply now. She is ready to go to her forever home.

What a sweet face! Imagine the shelter’s surprise when a truck pulled up to the shelter and a horrible man shoved him out of the truck yelling “get out.” Poor Earl ran into the shelter. He had masses on the side of his face and his bottom and other untreated issues. They were benign masses and now that they are gone. Earl is feeling so much better and is very grateful for all the kindness and attention he is getting. He loves his evening walks and the smell of the neighbor's barbecue. Who wouldn't? Can you give Earl a real home for his golden years? He’s so deserving and it will be so rewarding to watch him learn to trust and blossom. There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Calhoun is about four years old and a wiggle butt. He was picked up as a stray and was never reclaimed. Since his time was nearly up at the shelter, we had to save him. We think he looks like a Basset-Shepherd mix. Whatever he is, he deserves a forever home with people that love him. His foster says he is a lover! Never a fighter. All sweetness and kisses and thank yous for saving him. He loves car rides and is an excellent back seat driver. Don't you have room in your home for this precious boy? Fill out an application at Bellyrubs.org.

Dex is classic Basset. Big feet. Big head. Squishy. Wrinkly. Perfect. He just won King of the Belly Rubs Waltz 2018 and it’s no surprise. He’s the whole package. A sweetheart and glad to be living the pampered life inside with his foster family. Dexter is a prize and will make any family happy. There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Tracie is 7 years old and is neutered. He is a special needs hound as he has a "plumbing issue" but it is easily managed. He just needs a little wipe after he urinates. He is a little timid and not a big player, but he has his moments. He is a gorgeous basset. Just look at his freckles! He is looking for his forever home. Are you it? He is being fostered in Nashville, TN. He is a music city hound! Get your applications in for this special hound at BellyRubs.org.

Poochie is a senior gentleman. His owner could no longer care for him, so Belly Rubs offered our assistance. He loves other dogs and cats and children. He is currently in Elizabethton in a foster home, but would love a forever home. Could it be with you? There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

This is sweet Sadie. She was surrendered to the shelter because her owners could no longer care for her. She is good with other dogs and cats. She is playful and happy and easy. She would love a few play toys and a soft bed in your home. That’s all she really needs. There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Meet Clark Kent! Clark is around 8 years old. He had a very good human at one time. He is well trained on a leash and sits on command. He is good with other dogs. He has a beautiful singing voice. He’s only missing his cape to complete his transformation to SuperDog! If you would like to adopt this hound, please complete our adoption application form. Answering all the questions fully will speed the application process. We look forward to hearing from you. You can also visit us at Bellyrubs.org. There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Roy is a 10 year old bassadore. Good with dogs cats and people/children 12 and up. Already neutered. Good on leash and crate trained house trained. Loves to go on walks and has gone jogging with dog sitter. If you would like to adopt this hound, please complete our adoption application form. Answering all the questions fully will speed the application process. We look forward to hearing from you. You can also visit us at Bellyrubs.org. There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.

Baxter is a 2 year old bassador. He is very sweet, submissive and loves people. Has the energy of a lab but a body like a basset. He loves to get belly rubs and loves to clown around and make you laugh. Fully vetted and ready to go to his forever home. Baxter has to be an only dog in an adult only home. He is truly a gem. Can he shine at your house? Fill out an application for this bassador at BellyRubs.org.

Jesse is Daisy’s loyal caretaker. These two bonded pair are the sweetest dogs. Jesse, age 7, will make sure Daisy is taken care of before she settles in. And of course, they love to cuddle together. Jesse is still a spunky basset and loves to run around but will gladly stop for food. Boy does she love all things food! Daisy is still a little skittish and has only recently realized that inside the house is ok. I’m sure once she discovers the couch she’ll never leave! Daisy’s favorite thing is to lay outside on a warm patch of grass and suntan. She is a very laid back lady and looking for a nice yard to enjoy! How can you pass up these loyal duo?! You can call these two ebony (Daisy) and Ivory (Jesse), they are their own piano. They need a home with minimal steps. If you are interested in these sweet basset babies, visit www.BellyRubs.org and fill out an application today!

Archie is a sweet, gentle, affectionate and polite gentleman. He is a typical basset and very interested in lounging at your feet while you cook or trying to sneak into your food pantry. He is very interested in his fosters 5 year-old son and loves to chase after him when he runs and follow him everywhere. They swear if Archie had hands to reach out and tickle him, he would. No aggression, biting, mouthing etc. Archie is very good with other dogs and is more of the submissive one and loves to share his bones. Since Archie lost one of his eyes to glaucoma, his vision has diminished in his other eye. He gets around fine but would need to be in a level home where his people understand vision impaired dogs. He does need daily insulin shots and diabetic food. His personality far outshines any health issues he has. If you would like to adopt this hound, please complete our adoption application form. Answering all the questions fully will speed the application process. We look forward to hearing from you. You can also visit us at Bellyrubs.org. There is no better gift than adopting a senior dog and making their last years the best years of their life. The transition into your home will likely be easier with a senior hound as he/she will not need constant monitoring. Show the dog the water and food bowl, the way to outside for potty breaks and the dog bed or couch and the hound is good. You will know the senior’s temperament, as it is already established. A senior hound require less exercise as it will take shorter and less intensive exercise to fulfil the hound’s activity needs. You will skip the wild puppy years, so your shoes and possessions will be safe. Consider a Senior Dog. You won’t regret it as they still have lots of loving and snuggling to give.