In 2014, Susie contacted Sandy Bustin, the PBGVCA’s Rescue Southeastern regional director, to inquire about the possibility of rescuing a PBGV. Sandy explained that not too many PBGVs come into rescue, but that she would keep Susie in mind if one became available in the future. Susie remember: “At the time, we were very content with the two wonderful dogs we had, and I know the change of adopting a PBGV through rescue was not very likely. So, I put my hope of a PBGV on the back burner.”
Susie was already very familiar with the Basset Hound breed, and her curiosity about the PBGV grew over time, and she eventually met one in person. The family had moved into a new neighborhood and met Madison, a middle-aged PBGV with personality plus. At the same time, her daughter met Max, a PBGV who makes regular visits to her middle school in Mount Pleasant. Susie did some research, and realized there were not many breeders near Charleston, and know from talking with Sandy that the likelihood of every finding one that needed to be rehomed was slim.
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