Petey has put on some much needed weight and is looking great! He is completely housebroken and has really settled in well at his foster home. Petey does need to learn basic commands (sit, lay etc) and now that he is settled in and can focus, we are having a blast doing training ... he will do anything for a treat! He also walks very well on a leash and enjoys long outings along nature trails- he will initially stop to sniff every bush and needs to be moved along, but then he hits stride! His energy is moderate and he has a fantastic temperament (confident and balanced... not skittish in any way). Petey has a fabulous curiosity and sense of humor, and he just loves to play. He navigates the house with ease, stairs included. I am most impressed with the way he has folded into the existing pack. He is a very loving dog and always wants to be with you. Petey will lay at your side without moving, for hours. He is just a joy to have around.

10/17/10

Update - Someone found Petey and brought him to the SPCA, and they called us!!!!!

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10/5/10

Petey is now in a foster home with two other boxers, and he is settling in very quickly!  His foster mom reports that he gets in and out of the car with minimal guidance and he handles stairs like a champ.  It didn't take Petey long at all to get a mental map of his new home!  He greeted the other two dogs with lots of nub wags, and is even starting to play and "box" with them.  He also likes to squeeze in between the other two dogs on the dog bed when he is ready for a nap.  Since being in a home, his confidence is increasing and he is becoming a very social boy.

9/15/10

Petey was transported to the vet's office yesterday and he was very scared and confused. He was unsure of what was happening and was trembling on the transport. After exploring the backseat, he curled up and slept most of the ride.  Petey's previous owner sent his favorite blanket and toy with him - it was very hard for him to send Petey to rescue, but he knows we will find this boy a wonderful, forever home.

Petey had already been neutered and he is now up to date on all vet care. He will have to go to the kennel tomorrow until we can find a foster home for him. If you have ever considered fostering, please offer this boy a safe and loving home. Petey is going to be very scared in the kennel. We have mentors in the rescue who have worked with several blind dogs and would be happy to offer guidance if you are interested in fostering or adopting Petey. He will need some time to acclimate to his new environment, but can lead a normal, happy life as any other dog! Please apply today to foster or adopt Petey.

9/10/10 -

Petey's owner lost his job and then his home.  He contacted his local shelter for help with finding a new home for Petey.  Since Petey is blind, they knew he would be very confused in a shelter environment, so they reached out to AABR for help. 

Petey will be coming to rescue in a few days.  He will visit our vet first to be neutered and brought up to date on everything.  We will then schedule an appointment with an ophthalmologist.  Our only option for Petey right now is the boarding kennel, but he really needs a home to go to.  His owner reports that Petey has been very confused with all the changes in his life recently.  Please open up your home to this boy in urgent need.  He previously lived with another boxer and is reported to be good with dogs, cats, and children. 

Blind dogs do not require any special skills on the part of the foster or adoptive home.  They learn their way around quickly, they love going for walks, they are wonderful companions and their hearts are filled with just as much love as any other Boxer. Please contact us soon if you are able to help Petey!

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Barbara Garazo

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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