We are saddened by the loss of Bucky, a wonderful senior boxer we had for only 3 days.

BUCKY
I cry as I write to tell everyone this morning that Bucky, the 10 yr old boxer we just rescued from PACCA on Wednesday, passed away this morning on his own.  We did everything we could for the poor old soul, and I went to sleep last night feeling hopeful after just visiting with him yesterday.  He started drinking water on his own and was walking around.  His foster home was on their way from NYC to pick him up this morning.  I hoped he was going to make it, and I thought we were going to be able to mend his broken heart.  But he failed pretty rapidly over the night and let everyone know that it was time.

I can't even fathom how people have a dog for 10 years and dump them at an overcrowded, frightening city shelter and turn their backs, obviously knowing that he was ill.  I have no regrets about pulling him from that shelter though, even if it we only had him for 3 days.  At least he passed away in a room with people who showed him an enormous amount of tender love and care.

Thank you to Charlotte and the staff at Eagle Kennel for doing everything they could to make his last days comfortable and peaceful.

Rest in peace Bucky, I hope you reached that Rainbow Bridge knowing that you were loved deeply by people who really care.

01/07/09

Bucky was surrendered to the city's high kill shelter because his previous owners said he was "too old".

Bucky is as sweet as can be and an easy-going guy. He knows basic commands and is great on lead. Please offer to foster or adopt this handsome senior and give him the wonderful life he deserves. Please don't let him sit in a kennel. Seniors are such a joy to have around, are so easy to care for, and if given a chance will complete your household!

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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 link at the top of this page.

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