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12/12/11
Included are a few new photos of Flex from his foster home.
10/5/11
We have
been fostering Flex for about 5 months. He's a very nice boy that deserves a
wonderful home. When AABR took Flex in, it was identified that he had a
severe bladder infection with associated bladder stones ('struvite'
variety). While he will most likely need to be on a special diet (Science
Diet C/D or equivalent) to prevent future bladder stones, he is otherwise a
perfectly healthy, happy dog.
Flex LOVES other dogs - male and female. He loves to play and is easy to
introduce to new dogs. He lives with 2 female boxers, 1 male boxer, and a
male retriever and loves everyone. He has also met an additional 3 female
retrievers, a female Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and a male lab without
issue. He lives with 2 cats and has never given them any problems. Flex is
not good with horses, but I doubt that is a concern for the average home.
A home with another dog is a must for Flex. He has mild separation
anxiety and seems to take comfort in having another dog around. Flex walks
well on a leash and is easy to handle. He is a big dog and very strong, but
he is a gentle giant. He allows for handling and loves to have his face
rubbed.
Flex is a great dog. We truly enjoy him and believe that in the right
home, he will blossom. Of the 5 dogs in the house, he is the one that will
come out of his crate and immediately greet you rather than tear off down
the hall like the rest of our crazy pack. Flex will repay you with more love
and dedication than you could ever ask for.
6/29/11
Flex is
in foster and doing very well! He's recovering from surgery and a minor
cold, and is proving that some of the information provided about him by his
former owner is incorrect. For one, we do not believe Flex is 8 years old.
We are estimating Flex as a young adult dog, most likely no more than 3 or 4
years old. This has been confirmed by vets and several AABR volunteers that
have met him. Flex is also great with dogs and cats. Introducing him to his
foster family - 3 boxers, 1 retriever, and 2 cats went flawlessly. He's
integrated into the pack and is having a blast playing and doing "boxer
bullets" around the yard with his foster brother. Flex walks well on a
leash, is housebroke, and knows some basic commands.
Flex is a handsome boy with one blue eye and one brown eye. He is a large
boxer, and once he has gained some much needed weight, he will most likely
be 75-80 lbs. Flex does currently require a special diet to prevent bladder
stones, however the diet is available at almost any veterinarian's office.
Flex would love to find a family of his own. He would especially like a home
with at least one other dog. Additionally, while Flex likes everyone he has
met, he enjoys the company of men and would love a home where he can be "one
of the guys." Please consider giving Flex the forever home he deserves.
6/8/11 -
We welcome Flex to the AABR family! Flex was surrendered to the shelter
by his owner because he was traveling too much and couldn't give Flex the
time and attention he needed. Sadly for Flex, it shows. He is skinny and in
need of a good bath and a lot of love. Flex is a very sweet gentleman, who
is confused as to what is happening to him. He is doing his very best to
take it in stride.
Flex will be spending a few days at the vet's office to get neutered and
to have a thorough check up before he goes into a foster home. He is
incredibly handsome, knows some basic commands, and did well on the leash.
This guy is a heart stealer for sure. He could very well be the love of your
life!
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Thank you to Flex's sponsors:
Thomas Pugh
Jimmy Masko
Cheryl Cooper
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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.
Adoptions Fee: Please see our adoption info by clicking on the
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