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Canyon, Banner and Bex - ALL PENDING ADOPTION
We have coonhound puppies! These three male puppies were born in early February. We are estimating they are 8 -9 weeks old at time of this posting on Aptil 1. They weigh 9 and 10 lbs currently. They are playful, friendly, active, healthy pups. Coming to Massachusetts in late May.
Moe, Curly, and Larry - ADOPTED
These 3 male Beagles were found stray in rural Virginia. They are active, playful, healthy young Beagles, about 2 yrs old, with weights of 26 - 27 lbs. All three have similar personalities. They are good with other dogs and enjoy running and playing chase games. Like many hounds and Beagles from rural Virginia they have probably lived outside with each other and a pack of dogs. Each might be most comfortable in a home with another canine companion. They are curious in a new setting and will need some adjustment time; tentative when meeting new people but do warm up with a little patience. They have not been very barky and are quiet most of the time. Moe, Curly and Larry will arrive in Massachusetts May 16
Gracie - Adoption Pending
We are looking for a special adopter for Gracie. She''s a beautiful hound girl originally from Virginia, 2.5 yrs old and about 57 lbs. Gracie is happiest when playing with her toys and engaging in active play with other dogs. She has come a long way in the several months at her current foster home, and has shown that she is an affectionate and loving companion with people she trusts. She gets along with other dogs and is accustomed to living with other dogs in her foster home. She is housebroken, sleeps nicely in her crate, and walks well on a leash. She knows some commands and is a fast learner who will benefit from continued training. She is more praise-driven than food-driven, is well behaved around food and does not counter-surf. She's also a great snuggler and loves to roll around on the sofa inviting belly rubs. Gracie needs a slow introduction to new people and places, but she does warm up to new people with time. She is especially cautious around men and will do best in a home where women are present and active in her care. With some TLC and confidence-building routines, Gracie will be a happy and fun-loving coonhound companion. Gracie has been in several foster homes already but had to leave one due to travel schedules and the other due to her prey drive around the cats - so no cats please. Gracie is available for visits in New Hampshire.
Bertha
Bertha is a beautiful hound girl in need of a foster or adopter. She's been living in a Massachusetts home for 3 months where she's made a lot of progress. She's housebroken, social and affectionate. She also just completed a seven week Canine good citizen basic obedience class where she learned sit, down, stay, loose leash walking. Bertha likes to spend time with her people; she loves her toys and will entertain herself; she would enjoy a fenced yard where she can sniff and watch the birds and squirrels. A home without cats is best. Bertha is pretty well-mannered - she doesn't counter-surf and is quiet for a hound. She'll sleep quietly through the night in her own bed. Bertha would be most comfortable around older children. She is dog-selective and would probably be happiest as an only dog. Bertha is abut 5 yrs old and weighs about 50 lbs. She is available for visits.
Annie
FOSTER OR ADOPTER URGENTLY NEEDED !
Annie is a 8 year old coonhound who was originally adopted in 2022. Due to a move and change in family's situation, Annie needs a new home. Annie is a very sweet dog who loves her people and loves her tennis ball almost as much. She has done well living with other dogs these last couple of years, but would also be fine as an only pet or with one companion. She eagerly meets new friends at the dog park and gets along with males and females. Annie is crate-trained and loves to curl up in a ball on her bed but she would prefer to sleep with her humans if permitted. Annie is a high-energy dog and requires daily exercise. She will tirelessly play fetch and loves doing so as much as she likes her walks in the park. She would be a great running coampanion. Annie is vocal when she anticipates an outing or when playing ball. Annie would love a home where her owner(s) can be be with her much of the time and someone can meet her energy needs.
Maggie
Maggie is a sweet little hound mix who was turned in to a Virginia shelter becuase she wasn't a good hunter. Maggie is about 1.5 yrs old and she's a petite hound or hound/beagle mix at about 42 lbs. She has moderate energy and is not very demanding but does enjoy attention and petting. Maggie is silly and playful. She enjoys watching the horses where she's staying and gets a little jumpy and gallopy - but she does not jump on people. Maggie gets along with other dogs and will make a good companion. Maggie has arrived and is ready for visits.
Monty
Age: 7.5 years old
Breed: Hound mix
Gender: Male (intact)
Color: White with chestnut/orange markings
Weight: 60 lbs
Monty is a sweet and affectionate boy that is urgently looking for a soft and welcoming place to land. His current owners are elderly and can no longer manage Monty's care so they are hoping to find just the right family to give him a loving home. Monty can be playful and adventurous but is often gentle and calm. He would do well with a person/family who could take him on daily walks and give him opportunities to run and play. Monty needs a secure, high fenced yard for his safety as he is a fence jumper and will go exploring if left unattended. Monty would do well in a home with kids that are ideally old enough to play with him and walk him. He is great with social dogs his own size or larger and (as expected with a hound) has a prey drive for small animals so no small dogs or cats. Monty is healthy and house trained but needs a special diet for his kidneys. Monty's previous owners describe him as a VERY good boy inside the house including very calm and affectionate with his people. Monty's situation is urgent and of no fault of his own. His former owners are desperate for him to go to a family who can provide the care he deserves. He will make a great hound companion for anyone looking for a love bug of a pup. Mister Monty is available for visits in Holliston, MA. For more information on Monty please contact Karen at 413-629-8152.
Copper
Age: 7 years old
Breed: Treeing Walker Coonhound
Gender: Male (neutered)
Weight: 70 lbs
Color: Tri color
Meet sweet Copper (the pup with his heart literally printed on his butt). He deserves to catch a break and find his loving furever family. He was rescued from a dog hoarding situation in Connecticut involving upwards of 30 dogs last year. His blind buddy Mo was recently rescued and now it’s his turn. He is leash trained, house trained, dog friendly and has not been cat tested. Copper absolutely adores small dogs and likes all people. He recently attended an adoption event and was hosted overnight by a volunteer foster. The foster gives Cooper top grades as he has a great temperament and just wants to be loved. Copper gets a bit skittish in large crowds so would do well in a quieter environment with a nice fenced yard. Copper LOVES to be shown affection with hugs, rubs and pets. After all he’s been through he still gets zoomies. Copper is available for meet and greets in Connecticut. Please contact Ray at Bristol Animal shelter RayZagurski@bristolct.gov or call 860-584-3087 or contact April Yurasek at april.yurasek@mac.com
Gilly
Age: 2 years old
Breed: Coonhound mix
Weight: 50 lbs
Gender: Female (spayed)
Gilly is a sweet and wiggly young dog originally rescued from NC. She was thrown from a car and thankfully saved and rescued. Gilly’s current caregiver wants nothing but the best for her. Gilly’s wishlist includes a secure/fenced yard, a couple that has time to walk her regularly, fun outings to check out new smells and ongoing training. Gilly doesn’t bark in the house which is a great quality for people who need a quieter space. She is crate trained and does ok alone in the house for shorter amounts of time. Gilly is good with leash walking and has learned to follow many cues such as going to her bed when her caregiver points to it. Gilly knows paw for a cookie and follows the house rules of not getting on the couch. Gilly is good with children of all ages. She also does well with cats. Gilly likes other dogs too will do the puppy play pose to initiate play. She is quite gentle in her play and likes to socialize. She’s good on car rides so she’d be happy to join her people on adventures to new places. Gilly is located in Ipswich, MA. For more information contact Kristina at klindborg@mac.com or April Yurasek at april.yurasek@mac.com
Krypto
Colt and Pheobe
Age: 4 years old
Breed: Hound
Gender: Male (neutered)
Weight: 65 lbs
Color: Brown and White
Meet Krypto– The Big-Brained, Big-Hearted Goofball! Krypto is a 4-year-old hound mix with brains, brawn, and a whole lot of love to give! At 65 lbs of happy tail wags and high energy, Krypto is one smart cookie—he already knows sit, stay, come, lay down, wait, and leave it! He’s still working on his leash manners (his enthusiasm sometimes gets the best of him!), but he's eager to learn and please. Krypto's ideal home includes a fenced yard to zoom around in or someone who’s ready to commit to daily adventures and exercise. He is not the right fit if you live in a small apartment. A yard is a must for this big guy. He really thrives when his humans are around—he gets anxious when left alone, but he’s not destructive, just a bit nervous. Having another dog buddy is not a must for Krypto, although he would absolutely love having a playmate. (A playmate to help burn off all that hound energy!) He’s previously lived with a toddler and a baby and did well, but he’s a big, bouncy boy who might accidentally knock over little ones during his enthusiastic greetings. He’s also lived with a cat and was totally respectful—what a gentleman! Krypto is looking for a family that understands big-hearted, high-energy dogs and is ready to match his zest for life with love, structure, and plenty of playtime. . If you're looking for a smart, loyal, and endlessly fun companion, Krypto just might be your perfect match! Krypto is available in East Derry New Hampshire. If interested in learning more about Krypto, please contact the Derry Humane Society contact@derryhumanesociety.com or call (603) 434-1512.
Colt and Pheobe
Colt and Pheobe
Colt and Pheobe
Age: Both 5 years old
Colt; male (neutered) Phoebe; female (spayed)
Breed: Treeing Walker Coonhound
Color: Brown and white with black
Size: Medium
URGENT FOSTER or ADOPTER NEEDED - Colt and Phoebe are two loving and beautiful Treeing Walker hounds in urgent need of a soft place to land. Their owner is unfortunately dealing with a health crisis and can not care for these pups. The mother of the owner is desperately searching for a good home for these two and doesn't want to have to resort to taking them to a shelter environment. They are a bonded and easy pair that are good with kids and other dogs. They are healthy and ready to meet anyone interested in opening up their heart and home even if just for a short time as a foster.
Colt is a male (a big happy boy, in pics he's the one with the lighter color around his face), a family dog that's would do best with a family that will give him lots of attention and play time! He's very loving and friendly LOVES to play ball. Phoebe is the female (the one with the darker brown on her face), a little shy but super sweet as well, likes to do her own thing. They do get along with other dogs and enjoy the dog park. A home with a fenced in yard would be ideal! Colt and Phoebe are available east of Hartford CT Connecticut. Please call April Yurasek at 808-227-7153 or email april.yurasek@mac.com or Marcia at 401-742-5818 or email at themoon73053@aol.com
Goose
Colt and Pheobe
Colt and Pheobe
Age: 4 years old
Breed: Treeing Walker Coonhound
Size: large (79 lbs)
Gender: Male (neutered)
Color: Tri-colored
Looking for a dog that's great with older kids? Goose is your boy! He is a very friendly dog with lots of spunk and he is looking for a home that can offer him a large fenced in yard with more space to run and get his exercise. He is great with kids but because of his energy level and size, older kids and teens would be ideal. He is ok with the resident cat but the family does keep some separation between them as Goose gets too excited sometimes. So a cat free home is needed. Goose is good with other dogs but would need proper introductions since he is more comfortable with certain dogs. He may not want to engage and get defensive with overly excitable dogs. He loves people and would also do great as an only dog. He currently sleeps on his bed on the couch so he doesn’t have experience in a crate. Goose does ok when left alone but gets some separation anxiety when his people leave the house. The transition of people leaving the house gets him a little anxious as he doesn’t want to miss out on anything. He is a very sweet boy that loves attention and can ideally have someone around most of the day. A retired couple with time to hang out, active couple that is outdoorsy and/or someone that works from home or is hybrid would be a great fit for this cutie! Goose is available for visits in Haverhill, MA. Please contact Chris to set up a meet and greet at 978-914-0456 or email at chrisheywood@yahoo.com or email April Yurasek at april.yurasek@mac.com
Sadie
Age:3 yr old
Breed: Treeing Waker Coonhound
Gender: Female (neutered)
Weight: 50 lbs
Color: Tricolor
Meet Sadie! Sadie is approximately 3 years old, 50 lbs currently and she may have some hound in her mix. In her foster home, she is doing great with his house-training, crate training, and leash walking. Like many hounds, she will follow her nose and is strong when she smells something she wants to go investigate. She could go to a home with kids 10+ and other dogs.
No cats, please! She is not a good candidate to live in an apartment due to barking.
Her foster says, "Sadie is very smart and sweet. She loves to give lovings to the ones that she loves. Sadie loves to go for walks and some hiking but she says jogging and running isn't her cup of tea. But she is also just as happy at home as long as she is with the ones that she loves she likes. But Sadie is looking hoping and dreaming to find her forever family that will love her and it won't be a one way street she has a lot of love to give in return. Could you be the one that makes all of her dreams come true?"
She is available for adoption in Hopkinton or Maynard by appointment. Please fill out an application on our website at https://www.browndogcoalition.com/adoptable as a first step.
Clyde
Age: 4 years old
Breed: Redbone Coonhound
Gender: Male (neutered)
Weight: 50 lbs
Color: Red
Urgent foster or adopter needed
Clyde is a very sweet, friendly and loving hound dog. He is great with people and other dogs. Unfortunately his family is going through a serious crisis and one owner has had to leave the home. She could not bring Clyde and his dog sibling due to being unhoused so they have stayed behind with the other owner where they are not able to receive the care they need. Clyde urgently needs a foster or adopter that can give him the stability he needs. His owner is heartbroken about having to leave her dogs behind but was required to leave an abusive situation. The situation has displaced the entire family and affected everyone. While she is devastated about the circumstances she hopes to give Clyde the life he needs and deserves. He loves kids, and people and just wants to be loved and have a place to run. He's been living in a home where he is allowed on furniture and goes out the back door to run wild in a fenced yard. He loves his dog mate Cocoa ( she's a chocolate lab, 6 yrs old) and would hopefully be able to be adopted with her. Clyde is located in Orange County New York. Please contact Lawree at Call/text 845-775-1865; email at lawreeh@gmail.com or April Yurasek at april.yurasek@mac.com for more information.
Ranger
Age Age: 2 years old (DOB 5/1/2024)
Gender: Male (neutered)
Breed: Red Coonhound/Lab mix
Color: Red
Weight: 79 lbs
Ranger is microchipped, up to date on vaccinations, and comes with a Fi GPS tracking collar. Ranger is a handsome, energetic young hound mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart. Like many hounds, he loves to follow his nose and enjoys exploring the outdoors. His current family deeply loves him, but after much consideration has realized that Ranger would thrive best in a home with significantly more space and freedom to run safely. Ranger currently lives in a senior community where larger fenced areas are not permitted, and he has also struggled to peacefully coexist with the family’s cats due to his strong prey drive. Because of this, his family is committed to finding him a setting better suited to his natural instincts and energy level. Ranger’s ideal home would include acreage or a large securely fenced yard where he can exercise and explore safely. He would likely do best with active adults or families with older teens who are comfortable with larger, energetic dogs. Ranger may enjoy a canine companion with the right introduction, but he cannot live with cats or other small animals. Ranger is smart, affectionate, food-motivated, and eager to engage with people. He has had some training and would benefit from continued work on recall, leash manners, and consistent structure as he matures. Like many young hounds, he can become very focused when he catches an interesting scent, so a secure environment and continued supervision outdoors are important. Ranger’s family wants only the very best for this lovable boy and hopes to find someone experienced with hounds or active working breeds who can provide him with the space, activity, and lifestyle he truly needs to thrive. Ranger is located in Southern New Jersey. For more information, please contact: David – djnocera56@gmail.com | 973-703-4386 or April Yurasek – april.yurasek@mac.com
Tally
Tally
Age: 3 years oldBreed: Redbone Coonhound/Border Collie mixGender: Female (Spayed)Weight: 50 lbsColor: Brown and White
Tallulah (Tally) is an almost 3 year old half Border Collie and half Redbone Coonhound. Beautiful, smart, sweet, energetic, and playful. Tally is looking for a home that can offer her a healthy routine and consistency with daily activities such as walks and playtime. Tally loves playing with other dogs and does well with older kids and teens because she is energetic. Tally might do ok with a cat that can show her how to be respectful. She needs continued training with occasional resource guarding for high value items. Since Tally has separation anxiety and can get overstimulated in certain situations, she requires a devoted person/family that can support her with training, one on one time for walks and playtime with other dogs. While Tally comes in hot when excited she is a gentle soul that just wants to play. Some of Tally’s favorite games include tug of war and she can play for quite a while until she zonks out. Tally is also very well behaved when left free in the house and doesn’t chew things or get into mischief. While she doesn’t love car rides she’s ok with longer car rides and will usually settle in. Tally likes to follow her nose and gets really excited when she sees other animals and people on walks. Tally continues to improve with her leash skills on a no pull harness leash system. She needs a fenced in yard and is crate trained. Someone with hound experience that can provide Tally with a healthy outlet for her anxiety would be a plus. Tally is available in Mid-Coast Maine. For more information about this sweet and special girl please contact Christina at christina.braley17@gmail.com or 207-315-0245 or April Yurasek at april.yurasek@mac.com or 808-227-7153