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3/10/16 - Memorial When Betty (AKA
Buddha) came into our lives, I didn't really know what to expect.
Being a senior and not in the best of health, we knew our time with her
would likely be short. The goal was just to show her love and give her
the best life she had ever known. What I didn't expect was for Betty
to steal my heart. I fell in love with her almost immediately.
She had the cutest face and I loved how she looked at me. She was the
sweetest thing ever. Honestly, I think Betty felt the same about me.
I have fostered many dogs, but Betty was just different. You love
them all, but you don't bond with them all. I had such a love for her
that made it feel like she was with me from the beginning - I wish she had
been. She was so gentle, loyal, and loving towards me - it amazed me.
Betty was obviously neglected for a long time. Going by the length of
her nails, her medical conditions, and her physical condition (she was skin
and bones), I imagine Betty was abandoned and on her own for awhile.
Going by her personality, you would never guess she had been without love
for any length of time. For such an older girl, Betty still had a real
spunk to her, which I loved. She would get so excited for walks, ice
cream, and even just to see me when I came home. She absolutely loved
bath time. Betty had the best wiggle "nub" ever. My fiancé would
joke that I let her get away with everything. I would tell him,
"That's right, and you will too."
Betty was with us for about 7 months. Again, my goal was just to
give her a safe, comfortable, loving home. That was my mission and I
knew from the beginning our time would be limited. I didn't expect the
goodbye to be as hard as it was. Betty let me know when it was time.
I was devastated, and still am. The thought she might be in pain,
scared, or confused really terrified me. I know she loved her time
with us and I wanted to make sure she left us the happiest she could be.
When we were in the waiting room at the vet, another woman waiting said
to me, "The way your dog looks at you is really something. You know
that she knows you are her mom and you will protect her." Betty rarely
left my side during the time we had her. She waited in the bathroom
while I showered, she would nap in the kitchen while I cooked, and we
snuggled on the cough every night. I am sure she is waiting for me on
the other side. A friend said to me, "You did not put her down, you
raised her up." I really love that and I try to remember that when I
think about her last day.
1/31/16
Betty will be remaining at her
home as a "forever foster." Her health has been declining and Betty is
falling more. We will continue to monitor her health and keep her
comfortable. If you are interested in helping Betty, please consider
donating towards her care!
11/12/15
Betty is doing great!
She has been to the vet, who recommended that Betty be allowed to live her
life and remain comfortable without any further work up or removal of her
lumps and bumps, since her blood-work looked great. Despite her mature
age, Betty gets very excited for walks. She particularly loves naps
and even enjoys bath time. Betty gets around well for her age, but
does fall occasionally on uneven surfaces. She does great with the
other dogs in her foster home. Betty is so thankful to AABR for giving
her a chance to look for that special forever home that wants a silly,
friendly senior gal!
9/24/15
Senior sweetheart Buddha, now
Betty, wanted to check in and let everyone know that she is so happy AABR
took a chance on her. She has the best disposition and is a joy to
have around. When she wags her little nub, it just melts your heart.
Betty heard that sometimes super nice people decide that they want to add a
senior to their pack and she is hoping one of those nice people fall in love
with her pretty eyes and subtle underbite. She would love a forever
home that wants to spoil her every day. If you are looking to spoil a
senior for the rest of her life, put in an application today!
8/31/15
Buddha visited our rescue vet
and she may have thyroid cancer. She did very well with all the poking
and prodding, so she deserved some ice cream after the visit! We will
post an update once we get the results of her tests back.
8/19/15
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Meet Buddha, a boxer girl estimated to be around 10-11 yrs old. She
was brought into the shelter as a stray and has not been well cared for.
Buddha has several lumps which will be checked soon by our vet. She is
also very thin. Buddha has a sweet temperament and just arrived at her
new foster home. In her temporary foster placement, Buddha attended a
birthday party and was very loving with everyone she met. In a few
short days, Buddha won over many hearts in her neighborhood. She does
wonderful with other dogs and really enjoys being around people. We
will update Buddha's page once she visits our vet and her new foster home
learns more about her! |
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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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