It is with great sadness that we received word of the passing of Hercules.  This senior boy joined AABR last summer and has been lovingly cared for by his foster home.  He passed quietly at home, resting on the couch with his blanket.  Many thanks to Kristine and her family for making him a part of their home and giving Hercules a wonderful life. 

10/03/14

Hercules is a sweetheart and 90 lbs of love.  Hercules doesn't always realize how big he is and he often thinks he is a lap dog.  Hercules is a good natured and easygoing boy.  He loves nothing more than just sitting by your side and being petted.  Hercules also enjoys leisurely walks and is very good on a leash with no pulling at all.  Hercules is such a sweet, gentle, and loving senior boy! 

Unfortunately, Hercules does suffer the pitfalls of old age.  He is completely deaf, but is learning some commands by sign.  Hercules is also learning that firm pressure on the leash means to stop.  A pat on the head and releasing the tension on the leash means he can go again.  Hercules has also picked up that 2-3 stomps on the floor means that his foster mom wants his attention.  His back legs and hips are not in good shape and Hercules can not do a flight of stairs.  His back legs also give out occasionally, especially if he is on uneven ground.  Hercules has a difficult time chewing hard things.  In order to lessen the discomfort, his foster mom adds some water to his dry food.  Apparently, this is quite the delicacy for him and he wastes no time in cleaning his bowl. 

6/22/14

Hercules has arrived at his new foster home and is making himself right at home.  He gets along well with the senior female dog.  Hercules will need a home without a lot of steps, as he has some difficulty with his hind legs.  Hercules enjoys his leisurely morning walks.  He is a very easygoing and tolerant boy.   

6/13/14 -

Hercules is a 10-11 yr old boy who was left tied up outside of the shelter.  The volunteer that met him indicated that he was awesome and sweet as can be.  Hercules is already neutered and did wonderful on his evaluations with other dogs.  Hercules will be arriving this weekend at his new foster home where he will be living with a senior female dog.  We will post more information as soon as his foster family learns more about him.

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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 3 months to adopt a Rescue Boxer to an approved applicant, depending on your personal circumstances and flexibility.  

Not every home is the right match for a boxer, and 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 at your home visit of other dogs you are interested...  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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