How does one go about describing this sad, senior boy?  He is old, emaciated, blind, and deaf.  The volunteers at the shelter suspected some of his senses have diminished with age.  Tyson walks slowly with his nose to the ground to help him sniff his way around.  He will bump into things if not guided.  As other dogs passed, Tyson ignored them completely - even though he could smell their presence.  Tyson allows all handling and petting.  He was provided a large comforter at the shelter to sleep on, but he chose the kennel floor instead.  We wonder if Tyson has ever known the comforts of a dog bed, a soft place to sleep, and someone to provide comfort.

Tyson was very lucky to receive an offer of a foster home the day he was scheduled to be euthanized at the shelter.  Tyson deserves so much more than the cards that life has dealt to him so far.  This sweet boy has just arrived at his new foster home and we will update his progress as he settles in. 

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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. 

Adoptions Fee: Please see our adoption info by clicking on the link at the top of this page.

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