Relinquishing Your Dog
We understand it can be a very painful decision for you to relinquish your dog. We offer comprehensive guidance related to training, behavioral, and health issues to help you keep your Basset or Bloodhound with you.
However, if nothing works out and you finally decide to relinquish your dog, we are here to provide your furry friend with the best care possible. While it is not mandatory for you to make a relinquishment donation, please remember that donation of any amount will help offset some of the expenses we will incur with the intake of your dog.
Requirements & Information
We need a minimum of three photos: a headshot and one from each side (dog standing), all taken at the dog’s level. Please contact intake@azbassetrescue.org if you have additional questions.
You will also need to sign our relinquishment agreement if your dog is accepted into the Rescue. By signing the agreement, you must understand that you have relinquished all rights to the dog and will not be able to reclaim the dog for any reason. Also, it would help if you could bring the dog to us. Additional transport information will be provided if the dog is accepted.
If possible, please provide us with all vet records, or your vet's contact info at minimum. Also, the microchip company and your dog's chip number.
We decide which dogs we can take on a case-by-case basis and prioritize those held in shelters and in danger of euthanasia.
Relinquishment Application
A separate relinquishment application must be submitted for each dog if you intend to relinquish more than one dog to AZBHR.