Awww, we know you just what is best for him. Bassett rescue is probably your best bet.

Try:BellyRubs Basset Rescue
Website - http://bellyrubs.org/
email: [email protected]

East TN contact:
Leanne Potts
Knoxville, TN
865-228-2460
email - [email protected]

West Tennessee & North Mississippi Contact -
email - [email protected]

And remember, you at least got him out of a bad situation, and have given him both love and care and food, and he is better off having spent time with you than he would have been otherwise.