Poppy, as I recall, didn’t work out as a children’s toy. It’s great to see she works out as a dog. 😊

She has stolen my heart just by watching her with you.

Just from your video you can tell how well accepted she is, she’s either sleeping beside a different dog or playing with a different dog all the way through! She has more moms and dads than any dog could ever have!

@kbkatherineb3944

Жыл бұрын

Lucky pup!

I remember the video from the day Poppy was adopted and what a traumatized puppy she was. It is such a joy to see what a happy dog she is becoming with the love she enjoys from Lee, the pack and the environment provided within the sanctuary.

She is such a happy little girl....living and thriving amongst the pack 🙏🙌❤️

Miss Poppy has come so far from the crying little puppy with markers colored on her that you rescued! I am thrilled for her... and for you! Opening your life and your heart to these animals that you save is so beautiful to watch! Yay for Poppy that she is getting to live such an awesome life! And... I say it all the time... but Lee, you are an awesome dog-dad! 😊👍

Poppy is so well loved by the pack Such a transformation from that scared crying puppy She loves you Lee Clyde was protecting her at the begining bless him

Poppy is a hound and a pack dog. She is in the absolute perfect place. She is striving, thanks to The Asher House and its pack!!!

That shot of the 2 of them paw to paw sleeping is far too adorable!

@vanessamay3689

Жыл бұрын

👍❤️

AND... she is the CUTEST little pup! Truly!!! She is just absolutely ADORABLE!!! 💕X🥰O💕X🥰O💕X🥰O💕X🥰O💕X🥰O💕

That shot of her napping with Butters... omg 🥰

The body language of dogs when they feel safe is so fabulous. Well done!

What yet another amazing transformation with Lee and the Pack! Enjoy this life you so deserve, Poppy!

@kimberleyhanlon1492

Жыл бұрын

It truly is an amazing transformation couldn’t agree more

Poppy is so adorable. Another thing you need to know about Bassets is they are prone to skin problems. So, just look her over regularly. She’s a beautiful tri-color Basset. So glad you rescued her from that horrid family. I love the work you do. ❤️

My heart broke when I saw how traumatized she was, and just the love and care you gave her made all the difference. She is a beautiful dog and she’s loving life now.❤️

Thank you for saving Poppy and giving her the loving home she deserves! God bless you.

I just love this little dog. Maybe because I take care of newborn infants as nurse, my heart just goes out to her. So glad she is doing well.

I don't think we ever get over loss no matter how many pass away. Each one is so special with their own unique personality that endears them to us...they occupy a place in our heart that's left empty and aching when they pass away.

I've rescued several bassets. One never barked, one had been "de-barked" (so cruel), but tried sometimes. One was very talkative, but not barky so much, especially when she was scolding me. The one I have now cries all the time still, but that's how she got attention in the puppy mill and I haven't been able to break her of it. They all like to cuddle. Basset intelligence is measured by how well they get you to do exactly what they want you to do, when they want you to do it. Enjoy your baby. You have to have a good sense of humor to be owned by a basset.

Look how far she has come in such a short time! It shows how great and knowledgeable you are about dogs.

My heart was crushed when I saw how badly she feared and introverted she was out of fear from her first home. Now she’s happy and extroverted loving towards others 🥰

@suecameron721

Жыл бұрын

I just can’t believe her first family caused her so much trauma. Really disgusting how bad some people are to animals.

@alabaster193

Жыл бұрын

@@suecameron721 I agree. Seeing her crying so much and knowing that the other family let their kids treat her like a toy was awful. She is so happy now thanks to Lee and the other dogs.

@carollawrence9910

Жыл бұрын

Poppy is truly a gift . Watching her is a complete joy. Thank you Asher House

I had a beautiful Basset hound when my girls were little and he made our lives so much happier!

We have had two Basset Hounds. Currently, Emily is nearly 8 years old. Hands down the most affections breed I have ever experienced. VERY motivated by food for sure. Also, the most verbal/vocal breed. She "talks" a lot. Has many different vocalization with different meanings. Both of our Bassets have been the kindest, gentlest, people loving dogs we've had in our family. The ear situation improves with age, but the bottoms of the ears do continue to get pretty dirty lol. Great dogs. Excellent with all ages. Can be pretty darn stubborn but easily swayed with "snacks" lol.

she was crying all the time from being torture by that toddler, so happy for Poppy, she is adorable.

I remember when you brought her home and how sad she was. She was crying and it just broke my heart. I thought she was going to be fostered but I'm happy to know you're keeping her. She looks like she's loving life now. It's wonderful to see.

What a little sweetie, she's come into her own under your care. Wonderful to see her interacting with the pack and just being a happy dog!

I know that you walk a hard road at times. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you do for your pack, and taking the time for sharing the experience with us. Your videos truly make my day a bit sweeter (even the sad ones).

@maxwellsmart0217

Жыл бұрын

Lovely comment & very well said! Btw...I totally agree.💜🐾

Lucky Poppy! Wish I was there to help you with your efforts. Kiss them all for us!

Bassets are low to the ground, but they grow to be a larger dog. what a cute puppy.

I ALWAYS look for Poppy in the videos. She's the limousine version of what my Willow girl (beagle) looked like when she when she was alive. So sassy!♡ I love the hound breed, the bark, howling, the cuddles! Keep up the amazing work

Thanks for the update on sweet Poppy! She's a LOVE! Thank you for rescuing her and making her a part of the family! Each and every member of the Pack is a unique gift in your life, and to one another. God Bless you, Lee. You're a gift, and you make the world a better place everyday!

Lee, you are one of the rare and exceptional human beings in this world. I can just imagine the mammoth task you took on to start Asher House and I am sure there are days you don’t want to put the sanctuary hat on. You have done an amazing job of transforming the Asher House from when you first moved to your current location. I am sure you have a good support network when things get tough, especially when you lose one of your babies. Poppy is adorable and it is deplorable that grown adults who got her thought it acceptable to allow their children to cover her in marker pen and then have the cheek to say she was too much to handle. 🤬. Well it was fated for you to be her dad and in the videos I watch on Instagram, she is thriving. Sending love and light xx

@edie9330

Жыл бұрын

Can you imagine these children when they are in their teens? Clearly they've never been told no, or held accountable for bad behaviour. Their parents ALLOWED them to abuse a helpless, innocent puppy! I can't even wrap my head around that. When the traumatized puppy, who cried all the time because of the abuse it was suffering from at the hands of their children, became a burden to the parents, they blamed Poppy. There must have been ALOT more than coloring with markers that poor Poppy endured to cry like she did. Thank God for Lee, she is living her best life, loved by him and the pack, free from harm. ❤

@Anonymous-km5pj

Жыл бұрын

so encouraging that healing is actually quite easy given a different mindset/location. Poppy's a beaut.....

@vanessamay3689

Жыл бұрын

@@edie9330 Blame the dog. That was so telling of the parents but at least they surrendered her for a better life.

The Asher house love you so much ❤❤❤

She's a beautiful baby girl 😍

She loves her Daddy! You are raising her right! She has all of your loving qualities! Big hearts always feel love and pain stronger! Not sure if that is a blessing or a curse. Sometimes both. Sending love and blessings your way!

She is so amazing and I love to see her play with Penny, and that she will go right up to one of the big dogs and just start wrestling like they are her size. I love her all the way around a beautiful addition to the pack,have a beautiful day love ya!!💗💗🥰💗💗

"Poppy is thriving in the Pack" tells me Poppy will be staying with Lee ♥♥

Yay for Poppy. She deserves to be happy. I remember the first time we saw her she looked so sad and lost. The light from her eyes was gone and she was only a puppy

Why do you think I inmidiatly felt in love with Poppy? First, listening his crys and seeing her afraidness so inusual in this breed, had broken and stolen my heart with the needing of protection and love. Bassethounds are so socially, playfully, full of good vibes with every dog (they adore to be part of a pack) and human, also a nap lover. Sometimes grumpy if they want more cuddles or barking if they want a treat (they also adore to eat a bit to much) or they stay alone, they don't like to be alone. They are tracking followers, like the Bloodhounds, and the long ears helps them to remove the smell from earth direct to their nose. They are stubborns if they find a smell to follow and shows his independent side as a hunting dog, but also are very dependent from his human. They needed to be cleaned ears and the wrinkles of his double chin because they usually get dirty, like with an oiled smelly greasy, easy to clean with a damp cloth or towel (very often). But their character is so wonderful, so sweet that everyone get enloved with them when they know them. Poppy seams so happy in your pack, a lot of friends to play with, nice walks with smells being part of the pack, a lot of love, cuddles and kisses from you, she is in paradise !!!! (It's obvious that I am a Bassethound lover 💘, and this growing salami had seduced you, too, 🤭). Carefully with long stairs with steps to protect her back and spine 🙏. 😘 for Poppys wet nose and for you. Love u Poppy 💘

How could you NOT love Poppy? That sweet face is irresistble. It's so wonderful that the whole pack has embraced her, too, but then again, they always do.

Way to go Poppy! ❤️💗

@louisebrinkman6186

Жыл бұрын

Beautiful dog. She has lots of brothers and sisters.

@bookie7316

Жыл бұрын

Poppy came to live with you, Lee, just at the right time. She is a powerpup of energy!

I grew up with a basset hound. To this day, 38 years after she passed, bassets still hold a very special place in my heart. Poppy has won the lottery of furever homes. She’s absolutely precious and her beautiful name suits her perfectly. 💕

@dana8567

Жыл бұрын

I’ve been fortunate to have two in my life, they are my favorite breed. Always made me laugh, such goofballs.

Basset puppies and grown Bassets are a lot of work. Also being mistaken for a beagle when they're small. They can be very comical, loving. I have a hole in my heart where my Basset left us😢

I’m so happy for Poppy! You rock, Lee! 💜💜💜

I’m so thrilled to see Poppy growing and thriving and so confident and joyful! Her rescue video broke me. Basset Hounds are highly intelligent hounds. They are also extremely sensitive. They need a lot of nurturing and attention as puppies. When you brought her home she was so shut down and traumatized. Which makes it clear that she was likely crated and isolated for the majority of her early days. I still just seethe with anger when I think about the fact that she was covered in marker. She was abused and neglected. Which is why she cried so much. She was terrified and literally crying out for comfort. To see her now trotting happily trotting along, nose to the ground, tail flag flying…it brings tears to my eyes and joy to my basset mom heart. I’m grateful the family realized that they had no business owning a pet at all, never mind an extremely sensitive high needs breed. If basset hound owners do right by their basset when they are pups they will grow into extremely loyal confident comical loving family members. Yes they are as much work as an infant when they ARE INFANTS! But oh they pay you back in spades with their extreme devotion. They aren’t for everyone. Clearly. Thank you for taking such care with this sweet absolutely stunning basset hound. She will love you for life. If I were to give any advice I would say GOOD JOB ON THE EARS! Yes they need a lot of attention! Also, bassets can be prone to bloat so keep an eye on that. Those great barrel chests can lead to a lot of air gulping. Also, bc basset hounds are long bodied like dachshunds, you really have to watch her weight to protect her back. Mostly just love her the way you do. She will always be more needy. She will always be sensitive to moods and angry loud sounds. She still needs a lot of reassurance as she continues to heal from her early abuse and trauma. I’m so glad you found her. She’s a lucky little girl and she will love you fiercely for all her life! ❤️

@susanaandress4653

Жыл бұрын

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@annewhelan4567

Жыл бұрын

Well said, separation anxiety is real but gorgeous pups and loving dogs

@vanessamay3689

Жыл бұрын

Beautiful comment. Now I know a bit more about this breed especially their sensitivity physically and emotionally. ❤

Our Basset Peanut only barks when someone is walking past our house. Clearly we need protection 🤣 she is the best and sweetest baby doggy ever. So cuddly and affectionate.

LOVE Poppy, Pop, Pop!! Yes, she is a light! ThANKS, Lee!

I am a veteran Bassett Hound mommy and I am sooo grateful you rescued her ... ❤️

I love the frames with Poppy sleeping face to face, touching front paws with another of the pack. So sweet. 💕

My mom fostered one of the 2,000 dogs that came from a lab, can confirm she cried a lot. Obviously through all the trauma she had. But still cried more than normal. She was an amazing dog glad she found a good family

Awww, those photos of her sleeping with her buds is so precious, and the paw to paw photo, now that's worth framing! I'm so grateful how she's blended in nicely with you & her pack. And how loving and receptive they are of her.

@jillcampbell8019

Жыл бұрын

Did you notice the paws-to- paws photo actually made a heart shape within? 💛 👍🏼

she is so cute i love her ears they are so floppy and she is so lucky to have all of her new pack family they are teaching her.

I love Poppy and her sweetness. Her transformation is amazing to see. She is such a joyful little soul and those playful little spins are adorable. The whole Pack is just so full of love and that is all because of you Lee. Love you all ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Poppy is really growing fast! To see her like this is more joyful than words can express! Lee, with the help of God, has created another miracle!

Look at Poppy. She is so beautiful I could fall into her eyes

She’s so precious and beautiful🥺😍❤️

I love you and Poppy what a couple you make. ,❣️❣️❣️❣️

Thank you for showing how much Poppy has grown and changed. From being mistreated and miserable to having a home surrounded by such amazing dogs and the most wonderful, loving dad, a home where she goes for long, happy walks in the woods with her pack everyday and all her needs are taken care of. What a difference her life is now. Is it any wonder that she herself has changed so incredibly?

So good to see her happy and part of the pack 💗💗💗 she's definitely part of the family, did I mention how Cute she is??!! 💗💗💗 Love, patience and caring is so Huge and we know you have tons of all that Lee, you are the bestest!!❤️

Awww, Poppy’s such a cutie!

I’m so glad you finally did a video on Poppy. My heart broke for her in the beginning even though it ended with a shot of her sleeping with another dog. She’s still sleeping paw-to-paw with the same dog, so, I’m glad she is so happy. Thank you for giving Poppy a loving home. It’s clear she is happy now.

Poppy hit the jackpot going to you and your pack! She's such a BEAUTIFUL LITTLE ANGEL 🐕❤️ May God be with you all 🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐈💋❤️🌹

The way she got over her trauma from her previous home was amazing. She needed you & the pack.

Aww Poppy you look so happy!! What a transformation. I'm crying tears of joy

I’m loving all the pack but Poppy makes me smile so much! ☺️

Poppy , now a peppy hound-dog; Loves her life & blesses the day you found her! Thank God ,She is No longer a drawing board/entertainment center for a toddler.

Poppy is so sweet I love the part of the video she’s lying on her baca and pops out from under the couch lol She is doing great!! And looks so happy!!! Thank you for sharing Lee. It’s great to see you with a smile!!

I used to have a Bassett Hound - named him Biscuit. Sweetest dog ever! And yes that ear maintenance is a must. Always getting in some kind of trouble 😵‍💫 like the time he followed some bees to their underground nest; needless to say he required a Vet visit with his poor little nose swelling to three times it's normal size. Another time he got his dog collar stuck in a crack in his dog house - his intense howling made me go downstairs in the middle of a thunderstorm to set him free. He spent the rest of the night under the kitchen table. My favorite memory was though hearing my daughter, for at the time talking loudly in the bathroom. Upon looking in I found her struggling to lift his short little legs over the side of the tub; Mom, Biscuit needs a bath & I can't get him to jump over. Needless to say I picked him up & over, where she soaped him in bubble bath. They both were content. A good reminder from you, for any pet you definitely need to read up on the breed. A Bassett is an incredibly sweet, loving & inquisitive little dog with long ears & sad eyes. They are not for everyone.

It has to be incredibly hard to lose a dog you love so much, Lee. The work you are doing is giving so many dogs a second chance at a great life. I can’t imagine how hard it is to do what you do and that is why is we all admire you and your crew so much. There will be a special place in Heaven for you all. ❤️🇨🇦

She looked so sad & scared when you got her. What a transformation! Shows once again what love can do! She’s beautiful!! 🥰

@morethanmeetstheeye1355

Жыл бұрын

As well as Lee’s Magick Touch.

She's so adorable. She seems to be the social butterfly of the pack because she seems to hang out with everyone. I'm laughing while watching this because everything you're saying about Poppy, applies to my beagle, Jolene. From the ears to the super sniffer. She does something every day that cracks me up. Poppy seems to have the same temperament as Jolene. I've already decided that when the grieving for my cat lessens, I will adopt another cat and name her Poppy. With luck, she'll be as sweet as your Poppy.

She’s beautiful inside and out. Poppy and the other dog sleeping with their paws touching 🥰

The first day Lee took her home she was so traumatized. I felt so sad for her. Now she's a totally different dog. With Lee and his awesome pack she's safe and loved.💕

Poppy is a delight. I'm sure there is sadness with loss. But , with that comes much joy . You have not only saved dogs but have given those at the sanctuary heaven on earth.

I love Bassett hounds, I’ve had two, they definitely will talk to you. My Archie died at 13, kidney failure. My Alli was killed at 10 by a vet that overdosed her on meds. Tore my heart out, she was a healthy 65 lb. girl, full of spunk. She was my baby, scared of storms. Wanted me to cover her head during storms so she couldn’t see the lightening, that first storm without her was so hard. It’s hard enough to lose them to sickness but when it shouldn’t of happened it makes it harder. I love watching your pack, they get along so well. My Alli was queen of the house. ❤

Poppy has been a joy to see ever since your first video with her. She makes me smile! Good to see her doing so well with you. 💚

I'm so happy for the update and that she is thriving!!!💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

Our basset Maggie is quiet and I think was two before we heard her bark. Took us all by surprise. Hank whom we rescued was also quiet except for 12 noon and 6pm when the church bells would ring and he’d howl to join in. Our others Ben, Wilbur and Humphrey can’t stop talking! So I guess it depends on the dog really. Enjoy, our bassets past and present have brought so much joy, fun and company to our home.

There is nothing better in this world than a puppy! Ok maybe air but a puppy can make anyone with a soul smile.

Poppy has come such a long way! It is so nice to see the pack having a great time with her! Have a great day! 😊😊🐶🐶

awe she is darling! Thank you for the update on Poppy, omg the video where she's sleeping paw to paw with her friend, so cute! I can tell the pack takes good care of her and she knows she's the baby! lol xo

We rescued a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen from a centre when she was 14. She had skin problems, grubby ears, deaf and nearly blind. It was hard work but she was so much fun too. She was an old lady in her retirement years, we spoiled her and she gave so much love back. We had her for only 8 months until she passed but will never forget her.

Poppy is thriving! What a lovely puppy xxx

Poppy is a beautiful addition to your lovely, adorable pack ❤️❤️❤️ thank you for sharing her with us X

Poppy is so sweet, she is still a lil pup, I LOVE her perfect lil face. The way she cuddles with you is adorable. She thinks ur her Popi. I wish i could work at ur Farm & be around all the animals u saved. So special, I guess u were born to do this. Your a natural. T.Y so much.🐺🐴🐎🐕🐆😺🦃🐯🐅🐶🐩🐄🐐🐽🐒🐖🐴🐱🐑🐏👅💋

I have 3 basset hounds. They are angels and the big floppy ears gives it away, they are angel wings. Embrace the noise. Basset hounds are truly empathic creatures.

Omg so cute ❤️ So happy for her 😍

Hooray for the update on Poppy! I absolutely adore that doggie. Thank you Mr. Asher for showing us how she is doing.

Poppy is such a blessing. Lee you are such a hero to animals. We love you sooo much!

She is a stunning hound doglette 🎶🐾🌻she needed a person to raise her with grace💫🎼✨she’s not a toy for a child , she’s a beautiful Basset with heartbeat! Raised Bassett’s and dachshunds 🐾✨they are giving, loving and soooo loyal💕 Enjoy lovely little Poppy 🌺thank you for sheltering her-it’s righteous 🐾🎶☮️

Awesome❣ She's Precious 🐾💕

I giggle at every photo you post of her sleeping, just so dang cute! ❤️

Dogs and Humans have the longest history of helping and caring for each other

My dog lives a great life and he is very loved, but if this guy wanted him for whatever reason, I'd give my dog up, because with this dude he'd be living his BEST life. That's how awesome this guy is.

I’m not a religious person but I think if there is a heaven, you’re definitely getting in. You’re really an exceptional human being. Thanks for helping these dogs.

Poppy is adorable. You've done a great job! Love to all. ❤🇬🇧

I've had Bassets for 50 years and am associated with Basset Rescue of Southern California. My current three Basset girls are 3 years old, 14 years old and will be 15 years old the end of this month. They are very different from other dog breeds, and incredibly loving and adorable as you are discovering with Poppy. Even my husband, who always had large breed dogs , fell in love with them when he met me and he now treats them as doggie daughters. I admire the time and work you put into all these dogs, there are so many that are unloved, it breaks my heart. Thank you on behalf of all those precious souls just waiting to be loved and wanted.

She has certainly blossomed under your (and the pack's) care. Way to go guys. All I know for sure about Bassets is that as they get older they get very stubborn. I believe this comes from their intelligence. As in, "You better have a good reason for disturbing me or telling me to do something,"

Poppy has forgotten her previous agony and she is so beautiful with such a old sole look in her soft eyes. Another one that I love is Maeve she runs and plays and look so happy. I wish I could come over and give each one a kiss and a hug. Thank you Lee for all your care and love to the WHOLE pack.

Oh my gosh, Lee, I keep flashing back on when you rescued her....what a different puppy she was! She was swaddled in a towel or blanket in your arms and she just looked so sad and forlorn. But you and your magic touch and love brought her sweet personality out and she doesnt have any trace of fear on her sweet face. Its so fun to see her interacting with the other dogs and cats. She is home.