Harmony lost her battle on Thursday and her foster dad remained by her side. She had stopped eating and her kidneys just could not keep going. The lepto infection damaged Harmony's kidneys severely, beyond what they are able to compensate for. Harmony was often very anemic because her kidneys were not producing the hormone that makes red blood cells - she had to be given frequent synthetic injections of this hormone by her foster dad. Harmony also required several rounds of iv fluids to flush the toxins from her system because her kidneys could not filter them. Blood work continued to show a decline, although Harmony did have many good days over the past four months. AABR would like to thank Harmony's foster dad for everything he did for this sweet girl to give her a loving home.  Thank you for remaining by her side.  All who were lucky enough to meet Harmony were touched by her gentle and loving disposition.  

4/22/11

At the end of February, Harmony's foster home noticed that she was drinking excessive amounts of water and having frequent accidents. She was taken to the vet for bloodwork and a urinalysis. The vet's office found that Harmony tested positive for Leptospirosis. Due to elevated levels on her bloodwork, further testing was also completed to examine her kidney functioning. An ultrasound revealed that extensive damage had been done. Harmony was kept on fluids that week and sent home with new medications.

Following this visit, she showed a lot of improvement at her foster home. Harmony has now finished all treatment for the leptospirosis, which is no longer a concern. However, her kidney functioning will need continually monitored.

Throughout this entire ordeal, Harmony has remained upbeat. She has a charming personality - everybody that has met her has quickly fallen in love with this sweet girl. She continues to wrestle with her foster brother and she just loves any attention she receives.

Harmony is beginning injections this week due to being anemic. These injections are very expensive, but she can not live without them. Once her levels are stabilized, she will be weaned off of them. Harmony really needs your help and support so AABR can continue to provide the care she needs. Her prescription food, bloodwork, and injections have been a lot for the rescue to absorb. Please consider sponsoring Harmony so we can continue to give her the best quality of life possible.  If you are interested in providing a forever home to this sweet girl, we would be happy to discuss her care with you! 

2/25/11

Harmony had a great time at the adoption event she recently attended.  She happily greeted each new visitor and met several dogs also.  She would do best in a home where there is someone home often, as she loves being with her people!  She also would really enjoy an active dog to play with.  Apply today for Harmony!

2/9/11

Harmony is now in a foster home and she is settling in well. She loves playing with her boxer foster brother, Max. She is constantly giving him kisses, especially when they play. Harmony would love a new home with a young male dog that can keep up with her.  She is doing really well in the crate and her foster dad reports that she is a great wiggler! This sweet and fun loving girl is going to be a wonderful addition to a lucky family!

1/29/11

Harmony did great on her transport today! Included are some new pictures of this beautiful girl.  Harmony was very friendly with everyone she met and shared lots of kisses.  She traveled well in the car and just curled up on the backseat to nap.  Harmony seems to do well with other dogs - she met Ivory on the transport and just wanted to play with her. This sweet girl is in urgent need of a foster home where she will be able to gain some much needed weight. Apply today to foster or adopt Harmony!

01/24/11 -

Harmony is a cute white boxer who was found as a stray and taken by the dog warden to the shelter. She has cropped ears and a docked tail. Harmony is estimated to be around 2-3 years old. She has been spayed and is now up to date on all vet care.  Harmony did great with her dog and cat test at the shelter.  She is in need of a foster home so she can gain some much needed weight.  If you are interested in fostering or adopting Harmony, put your application in today!

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Linda Ellinger

If you are interested in adopting this dog, please first read our Adoption Procedure, by clicking on the link at the top of this page, then fill out an online application.

Boxers and Applicants are not matched on a first come, first served basis. Not all applications are approved. On average, it takes between a week and 1 month to adopt a Rescue Boxer to an approved applicant, depending on your personal circumstances and flexibility.  

Matching Boxers suitable for placement with younger children, other dogs, cats, and special needs, yours and theirs, increases the application review time and adoption time.  

And yes, we realize that the Boxer you may have your heart set on, may be adopted before you're approved.   Should your first choices all ready found their forever home, we want you to advise us as to other dogs you are interested in at Adoptions@AdoptABoxerRescue.com .  Or let us suggest a few that we feel will match your home.  That is what we are good at.   And be happy for the ones that have been placed... and know that there are way too many fantastic dogs waiting in their place.

Our non-profit organization is wholly comprised of hard-working volunteers whose only reward is seeing our wonderful Boxers placed in loving, permanent homes and given another chance for a happy life. Our process may seem slow, but if you are patient, we will try to provide you with a devoted, loving companion - a Boxer.

We hope you feel that the right Boxer is worth waiting for. 

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