03.06.10
Want a Boxer?
For those wanting to add another member to their family, think adoption first when considering a new pet! Look to your local shelter or rescue organization for that new member of your family.
Here is what BHBR requires from our potential adoptive families:
1. Fenced Yard– Fence must be made of a material that will contain a dog, and goes completely around the yard with secure gates. Four feet tall is minimum height, six feet tall privacy fence is preferred.
2. Boxer Kept as Companion Animal–Boxer will be kept as an inside dog, a companion, part of the family.
3. Nutrition–Boxer must be kept on HIGH QUALITY DOG FOOD. The reason the rescues look so good after spending time in this program is because of the nutrition they have been receiving. Read the ingredients label and make sure there are no “by products” or wheat and corn, should be gluten free. The meat should be the number one ingredient listed.
4. Veterinary Care–Boxer will be kept up to date on ALL yearly vaccinations, including Heartworm Preventative even if the disease is NOT prevalent in your area. Boxer will be treated for ANY and ALL health issues that arise, regardless of COST, with the exception of a senior dog.
5. Forever Home–Boxer is getting adopted into his or her FINAL and FOREVER home. If for ANY REASON this does not turn out to be true then adopter is responsible for bringing Boxer directly back to Rescue. There will be no exceptions.
6. Training–All boxers 2 years of age and under require the adoptive family take their new Boxer through a round of Group Obedience Classes. This must be scheduled within 30 days of the adoption.
7. Adoption Range–You must reside within our adoption area. The area includes, the State of South Dakota, and approximately 300 miles from Rapid City into the states surrounding the Black Hills region.
