I don't know if you are familiar with Petfinder or not, but there are several cute Bassetts for adoption there. Both Ohi and Michigan have Bassett rescues.

Here's a cutie at Southside in Indy...



There are not nearly as many Bloddhounds on Petfinder, but there is a group in Grand Rapids, Michigan called "Sniffy Dogs" that has a sight at www.sniffydogs.petfinder.com