These dogs are in foster care in New England or waiting to come north.  If you are interested, see the Adoption Application page for a link to the appropriate application. All of our rescued dogs are fully vetted: spayed or neutered, up-to-date on shots, tested for heartworm, and intestinal parasites.  They are treated if necessary before being made available for adoption.  Please visit the Adoption Application page to apply.  

Bash = Adopted    Darling  = Adopted

Bash, Darling and Rascal were born Feb 2, 2023 and will be coming to Massachusetts and available for adoption on May 19. They are a happy, playful bunch who are being cared for in the home of one of our Virginia fosters. They are already sleeping well through the night and going outside to potty.  Darling is a beautiful black and tan, playful and loving.  The boys might be coonhound/cur mixes.  Rascal is bigger and very outgoing; Bash is a bit smaller and he was initially a bit timid but has overcome that. He's an eager playmate along with the others, and a little more calm and laid back.  They al been exposed to bigger adult dogs and have done well.  Current weights as of 5/3:  Darling = 23 lb, Rascal = 23 lbs, Bash = 18 lbs.

Merle is a cute little Beagle who was found stray in Virginia.  He's very engaging with new people, curious, playful and gets along with other dogs.  Merle is 1-2 yrs old and weighs about 30 lbs.  Arriving May 27th.

Charlie is a sweet hound from Virginia .He's arrived in Massachusetts and has been in a couple of foster homes already due to people's schedules. Charlie's first foster described him as a love bug.  He likes to be on the couch with his people and seeks attention from new people on walks.  Charlie has made a lot of progress with housebreaking.  He's learned to walk well on the leash and will walk right next to you without pulling. He's quiet in his crate at night, but does have some separation anxiety if alone during the day. He'd probably do best wtih another dog as a companion.  He's enjoyed his trips to the dog park and gets along with everyone. Charlie would prefer a home outside the city - he's not too comfortable with the noises of trucks and buses.  He's currently fostering with a new family that have young children and he's been good with them. He's a quick learner and an adopter who can take some time to train him will be rewarded with a wonderful coonhound companion.  Charlie is currently located north of Worcester.

Sally is a sweet hound girl, who has her funny moments. She's pretty laid back and  loves to lie in the sun.  She gets along with other dogs and is happy to meet new people.  Sally is 3 - 4 yrs old and weighs about 45 lbs.  She's ready for transport from Virginia for anyone wishing to adopt..

Pepe is a happy hound guy from central Virginia. He's about a year old and weighs about 50 lbs. He's very calm for a 1 yr old hound and might be older.  Pepe is friendly and sweet, and enjoys petting and attention. and loves to meet new people. He's not too hyper, and is a sensitive dog underneath his outgoing, goofy hound exterior.  He's playful with other dogs, but too many dogs at once can be overstimulating.  He also prefers quiet, undisturbed napping spots. Pepe has made some progress with training and will benefit from continued structure and obedience work.  Pepe is housebroken and does well in his crate.  Pepe would do best in a calm home, with adopters who have some hound experience, possibly one other dog to play with. Pepe is in the Boston area and ready for visits.

Tommy is a sweet Beagle mix from Virginia. He's about 3 yrs old and weighs about 35 lbs. Tommy is friendly and gets along with other dogs.  Arriving in late June

Here's a sweet girl who's ready for a new life.  Clara is gentle and calm and can be tentative in new situations.  For some dogs, going through the shelter experience, followed by transport, boarding, vetting, etc, is pretty unsettling. With a little patience, she'll learn to trust and will blossom into a nice hound companion.  Clara may be Belle's mother, they were at the rural Virginia shelter together. Clara is estimated to be 6 - 7 yrs old and weighs about 50 lbs.  Arriving in Massachusetts in late May.

Belle is a pretty young bluetick hound who was found with Clara, who could be her mother.  Belle as about 1 - 2 yrs old and she's a healthy good weight at 58 lbs.   Belle is a bit tentative in new situations, not high energy or demanding.  She'll need some TLC and patience. Stay tuned for updates as she gets more comfortoble at her boarding place in Virginia.  Belle will arrive in mid - late May.

Buck is not happy to be at the shelter in this photo!  Fortunately for him, those days are over.  Buck came to NECR from rural western North Carolina.  He's boarding in Virginia getting ready for his trip to Massachusetts.  Buck is about a year old and weighs about 50 lbs.  He's a typical young hound boy - He's active and engaging with new people and always looking for the next adventure. We'll have more photos and information coming.  Buck has arrived and is ready for visits.

This beautiful hound girl somehow ended up in a Missouri county shelter.  She's about 2 yrs old, likes to meet new people, made lots of friends at the vet's office - and obviously her good looks attract a lot of attention - which she loves.  Arriving in mid May.

Della was an unclaimed stray from a southwest Virginia shelter.  She's 1.5 - 2 yrs old. Della has a sweet personality and gets along well with other dogs.  She likes to meet new people and is well-socialized.   At her foster home here in Massachusetts she's been working on some obedience commands and is housebroken and tolerated being crated well.  Della has the energy level typical of a young hound - she likes to play with other dogs and would love a companion and a fenced yard   Della weighs about 50 lbs. Della is fostering on Cape Cod ( and the bridge construction is DONE!), and visits can also be arranged in the Boston area..

Carl is an easy-going hound dog who just enjoys hanging out with his people.  Carl was adopted 2 years ago and is being returned to the rescue due to the arrival of a baby in the family. Carl is a well-socialized, affectionate hound dog; he's housebroken and walks well on a leash; good with other dogs. Carl has some allergies and does take an apoquel dose daily, in addition to medicated baths as needed.  He will be bringing along a 6 month supply of his medication and some medicated shampoo that he likes.  Carl is about 8 yrs old and weighs about 62 lbs. We are waiving his adoption fee as a special needs dog, but he really requires minimal care.  This boy deserves a final Forever Home where he can live out his days with a committed adopter. He's a wonderful companion.

McCloud is a cute smaller hound, about 1.5 yrs old and weighing about 40 lbs.  McCloud has come a long way since arriving at his New Hampshire foster home a few months ago.  He's housebroken and knows a few obedience commands. He's gained confidence but may still be a bit tentative in new situations. McCloud is a typical young hound when it comes to his energy level - he loves to run and play, and enjoys his favotire rope toy and his kong.  He's very snuggly with his people and enjoys a soft place to sleep.  No cats please.   McCloud is available in NH for visits.

 Barkis is a medium energy hound who needs a special hound lover who can ease him into life as a pet. He's a loyal and affectionate companion.   He'll do best with some training and gentle introductions to interactions with other dogs and visitors.  He can be overstimulated with too much activity around, so is not going to be your average family dog.  He walks well on leash but really needs room to run - a large fenced yard would be great!  He's housebroken and knows a few commands.   Barkis would be a great companion for someone who enjoys solitary pursuits and has a quiet life.  He enjoys his outings as well as soft sleeping places for resting.  Barkis is 2 yrs old and weighs about 60 lbs.  Available for visits in Massachusetts. 

The dogs on this page that are identified as courtesy listings are listed as a service to other rescue groups or for owners who need to place their dog but will keep them until a suitable home is found.  Northeast Coonhound Rescue has not evaluated these dogs and makes no claims as to their suitability for adoption.  All negotiations and arrangements for meeting will be made between the adopter and the person or rescue in possession of the dog.