How much does a Basset Hound cost at the SPCA?

Answer 1

The cost of adopting a dog from the SPCA varies by area. The best bet is to call your local office and ask. Fees for adoption are used to defray the costs of giving a dog his shots and having him checked and cleared by a veterinarian. Dogs are usually spayed or neutered by the adoption agency, too, and though the SPCA gets a "discount" for vet services, they still have to pony up.

Your probability of being able to adopt a specific breed will vary, and mixed breed dogs predominate at shelters, as you might have guessed. Bassets are uncommon. If you have your heart set on a basset hound, you might wish to see if there are any breed specific rescue operations in your area. Larger urban areas do have them, but a basset might be a little hard to find. It might help to post an ad online, too. There might be someone who needs to move and cannot take a dog. Expect to be contacted by a breeder or another party who wishes to sell you a basset.

It is wise to take proper precautions when dealing with any private party regarding the purchase of a dog or any animal. A "clearance" of some kind from a vet is probably an absolute minimum.