BREED SPECIFIC ADOPTIONS

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SA Basset Adoptions (SABA) has been rescuing and rehoming surrendered and neglected bassets since 2013. During 2014, Adrienne de Beer took over the management of SABA, assisted by two partners and aided by many dedicated volunteers and supporters. SABA became a non-profit company in 2017. SABA operates across the country. We do not have kennels but rely on foster parents to take bassets into their homes, while SABA networks them to find their “furever” homes.

The majority of our bassets are being fostered by Jacques Harrington and his team at Paws in the East, an off-leash dog park in the east of Pretoria. They are valuable members of our support team, and also assist SABA with fundraisers at the park. Since bassets are pack animals, a home environment assists with rehabilitation, where required, as well as socialising the bassets with other dogs. This has a great impact on our ability to successfully rehome our dogs. During the foster period, SABA remains responsible for any medical costs (sterilisation, vaccination, deworming, tick and flea treatment, microchipping), while the foster parents provide food, love and attention. Many of our surrenders are elderly, and often require dental procedures, which can be expensive. We are thankful to the veterinary practices across the country that assist us with affordable rates. The bassets in SABA’s care come from a variety of circumstances. Some owners struggle financially and are no longer able to take care of their animals. Others are victims of divorces, stray bassets, or immigrating owners that cannot take their animals with.

Whatever the reason, SABA is always willing to help a basset in need. Often, however, prospective owners don’t do any homework about the breed. Contrary to popular belief, bassets are not placid dogs that sleep all day. They are an active, social breed that requires a lot of attention. They don’t do well as only pets. The adoption process comprises a written application and strict home check. Bassets available for adoption are in SABA’s adoption album on Facebook. Our elderly bassets are often overlooked, but don’t be fooled by their age. They are still young at heart and deserving of good retirement homes!

SABA takes care to ensure that each basset finds only the best home. A rescued dog often takes time to adjust to new surroundings, or to recover from trauma. SABA needs to ensure that each home will give their adoptee a fair chance of settling in. SABA’s main concern will always be the welfare of the dogs. SABA would not be able to do this work without our loyal supporters and volunteers. Whether the support is monetary, donating time or supporting events, SABA is extremely thankful for all the help! SABA has many ways for interested hound lovers to support our cause. SABA is a beneficiary of the MyPlanet (https://www. myschool.co.za/) fundraising program, where every swipe at its partners, e.g., Woolworths, counts. SABA’s online shop can be visited on our Facebook page, and our charity shop on Instagram (@saba. vintage.charity.shop). Donations can also be made via Snapscan. Any amount, no matter how small, makes a difference! Contact SA Basset Adoptions on 083 357 5000 or sabassetadoptions@gmail.com, or follow us on: Instagram @sa.basset.adoptions or www. facebook.com/sabassetadoptions Adopt, don’t shop and give a basset their furever home!

UP FOR ADOPTION

Bailey Basil + Piper Benji

Bailey is a 10-year-old boy. He is good with other dogs and children but doesn’t know cats. He is a big chap who loves walks and tummy rubs. Basil and Piper are a bonded pair, both 9 years old. They are good with other dogs, cats and children. Basil is intelligent with a great sense of humor. He is gentle, lovable and sweet. Piper is a girly girl who likes to talk. She is adventurous, soft and sweet natured. Benji is a 5/6-year-old boy. He is good with other dogs and children but does not like cats. He is a vocal, playful and very lovable boy who loves a lot of attention!

Buzz Otis Lilly

Buzz is a 7-year-old boy. He is good with other dogs and children but doesn’t know cats. He is a vocal, playful and very loving companion. Harold

Otis is a 6-year-old boy. He is good with other dogs, cats and children. He is energetic and playful and loves human company.

Leila

Harold is a 9-year-old boy. He is good with other dogs and children but does not like cats. He is a calm, sensitive and very loving boy. Leila is a 6-year-old girl. She is good with other dogs and children but doesn’t know cats. She is a sweet girl who needs an experienced Basset home. Lilly is an 8-year-old girl. She is good with other dogs, cats and children. She is a very loving, friendly and playful girly.