February 27: Click here for a short video of Molly and her pups!
February 25: Puppy #5 says, "Hello!"
This picture
was taken just after birth last week -- how cute!!! And Mama Molly
continues to be a total SUPER MOM according to her foster family. She
just loves those puppies!
NEBHR is currently accepting applications for Molly's puppies. Be sure to note that you are interested in a puppy at the bottom of your application, and please only apply if you are 100% committed to raising a puppy. Due to the volume of applications, it will take us some time to review and screen qualified applicants. We will not begin this process for a few more weeks until all of the pups have been evaluated to get a sense of his/her personality and the best placement scenario for each one. At this time we are only accepting applications from families in New England. Please be patient with us -- we will keep you posted!
Welcome to the world, baby bassets!
February 21: How Cute!
February 19: Puppy Pix and Update:
Molly and her pups visited the vet this morning after a long and exhausting night! Mama is doing just great with her babies as you can see, settling in like a pro. Unfortunately one little guy didn't make it due to a severe cleft palate and airway issues... but the remaining TEN puppies are doing well. Five boys are red and white like their daddy, Billy Bob; the girls are mostly tri along with "Mr. Latecomer" -- the last little guy who came as a surprise long after his siblings arrived. What an adorable pile of love!!
February 19: THEY'RE HERE!!!!
We are happy to report that Molly gave birth to ELEVEN puppies overnight -- there are 4 girls and 7 boys as of 8am! We will post photos as soon as we can get them. Many thanks to our foster mom and volunteers who were up all night helping Molly bring her beautiful babies into the world!
February 14: Any Day Now!
We visited with Molly in her foster home and the clock is ticking! Molly is absolutely round! She's as sweet as can be and we're sure she'll be a great mama. Her foster family is eagerly awaiting the big day and a generous supporter donated a handmade whelping box so Molly and her litter will be safe and secure. We're all at the ready for when the time comes... In the meantime, here are a few pictures from this afternoon!
It’s not often that we get to say this, but BASSET PUPPIES ARE COMING!
Sweet Molly recently came into rescue with her “boyfriend,” Billy Bob, because their owner was losing her home and moving into an apartment. Looking suspiciously “plump,” Molly visited the vet this week and it was confirmed that she is indeed pregnant… and due to give birth within the next two weeks!
While it's all too often that we have sad doggie tales to tell, we’re thrilled by the prospect of sweet baby bassets! However, as we hurry to gather our needed supplies, and line up veterinary care, a spay/neuter plan for each pup, and of course exceptional care for Molly and all her puppies while in foster care for several months, this will come at a huge expense to our rescue.
Please note that we are not accepting applications at this time for puppies until after their birth as we do not yet know how many Molly will have. Also, we are happy to report that both Molly and Billy Bob have families lined up to adopt them.In the meantime, we will be posting updates on our website and plenty of photos!And if you or someone you know is able to make a donation to Molly and her soon-to-be family, please click here. We – and the puppies – thank you!
Stay tuned for these exciting updates and paws crossed for Molly!
Looking for a great gift this holiday season? NEBHR is please to announce the launch of "Waddle & Whine!" Our selection of wines includes cabernet, pinot noir, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, merlot and sparkling white, and features our classy hound logo. Not only is this a great gift for basset hound lovers, but $7.00 from each bottle sold will be donated directly to NEBHR!
