2 organizations in
Auburndale that take in and rehome beagles, hounds, and other dogs. Always call
ahead to confirm current beagle availability.
Auburndale is a small central Florida town with two rescue options: Suncoast Basset Rescue, which specializes in hounds and operates a polished website, and The Adoption Depot, a general shelter. In a town of about 16,500 people, beagles and basset hounds aren't constant intake, so patience and a willingness to look nearby go a long way. The good news is that you're surrounded by larger towns — Winter Haven and Lakeland are both minutes away and have their own rescues. Start here, but be ready to expand your search to the surrounding region.
A Florida-based nonprofit dedicated exclusively to basset hounds for over 30 years, rescuing strays, shelter dogs, and owner surrenders across the state. Suncoast Basset Rescue rehabilitates each dog with significant time and care before placing them in permanent homes, and it relies heavily on foster families to make its work possible. If you're looking for a basset specifically, this breed-focused group is a go-to resource.
An adoption facility based in Auburndale, Florida. Beyond its listing, further details aren't available here, so contact the group directly to learn what dogs it currently has available, whether any beagles or hounds are among them, and how its adoption process works.
Call both Auburndale organizations to ask about current availability, and don't hesitate to join a waitlist so you hear about the next arrival. If nothing turns up locally, Winter Haven and Lakeland are close enough for a quick drive, and Kissimmee, about half an hour away, has the most options in the region. Confirm a beagle is actually there before you visit. Adopting from a small Florida town means giving a hound a second chance and supporting rescue work where it's needed most — and gaining a dog that will happily explore every overgrown corner of the Sunshine State with you.