Astro is really coming into his own. He has adjusted so well to life in his foster home and he has filled out into a gorgeous, healthy boxer boy. He is so well-behaved that he does not need to be crated when no one is home. He is exceptionally good at the "sit" command (although we are still working on "shake"!). Astro LOVES toys and will always have one in his mouth to greet you when you come home. He is a good boy, though, and he does not chew them apart - he just likes to carry them around with him or play tug-of-war with his foster brother. He has an endless supply of the boxer wiggles as well and kidney-beans with the best of them.

Astro has been very friendly with all the people he has met and while he likes to lean in to you, he does not jump up. He recently had two kids, ages 5 and 12, come spend the weekend at his house and he did a wonderful job interacting with them, even when they were extra-enthusiastic with their affections towards him. He does well on the leash and enjoys taking walks with his foster brother. Astro loves his dog beds, or anything else that may be on the ground that is soft enough for him to curl up on (pillows, couch cushions, coats, etc). He is also an excellent napper!

Despite some grey on his adorable mug, Astro can still out-play his younger foster brother. He has an endless supply of love and fun and will be a wonderful addition to any family.

3/1/12

Included are some new pictures of Astro in his foster home.

2/12/12

Astro has been a bit under the weather, but is feeling much better and is ready to romp around his foster home with his foster brother! Astro loves to play with dogs of all sizes! Don't let the age fool you, this guy is full of energy...it may be that you that can't keep up with him instead of the other way around!! Apply for this beautiful boy today!

1/28/12 -

Meet Astro! This stunning boy was found as a stray running around the streets of Philly having a good time! He has obviously been out there for awhile as he is pretty thin right now. He was found by a good Samaritan when Astro approached his dog on a walk and they started playing together. Astro was dog tested at the shelter and did great -he is all play so don't be fooled by the gray in his muzzle! Astro has a very nice temperament and is sure to stop passersby in their tracks because he is so handsome. He is going into a foster home soon.  Apply today to adopt Astro!!

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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. 

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