05.23.10
Posted in Adoption, BHBR at 2:49 pm by Administrator
Meet Sage!
Sage is an adult reverse brindle female with natural ears and a cropped tail. She is an itty bitty little boxer girl that wants nothing more than to please her people. She is able to scale a fence or climb out of an outside kennel. Again, this is because she wants to be with her people and is not happy left outdoors for long periods of time.
Sage has lived with children, other dogs, but has not been tested with cats. She is very curious about really dominant small dogs, but is easily redirected. She knows basic obedience commands. She is house and kennel trained. She walks nicely on a leash, the entire time staring lovingly up at you.
This little girl is BIG on love. She’s would be an easy dog to start with if you are new to the boxer breed. She makes these funny little noises when she is excited. It sounds like she is saying num num num!
Her coat just glistens. She has a lot of black in her coloring and it is very striking. She does need to put on some weight, and has been since arriving in rescue. She has a healthy appetite and is easy to train with food as a motivator.
If you are interested in this little girl, please fill out an application. Her adoption donation will be $250
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05.19.10
Posted in Boxer Information at 3:15 am by Administrator
As we approach the official start of summer and the weather warms, many dog owners (and their four-legged friends) venture outside. Longer walks or runs may begin and end your day. Or perhaps its hiking the nearest trail or visiting the local dog park for some fresh air. The summer welcomes many of canines to come and play in the sun.
One danger that can be overlooked, especially in those breeds that are brachycephalic. Many of these animals, due to the shape of their skulls, have a difficult time breathing. This can be aggravated during hotter (or humid) weather. Boxer owners are urged to use caution when jogging/walking with their dogs in the spring and summer months. However, some Boxers do not have very tipped muzzles–always ensure you know your Boxer’s limits and ensure they are safe. This breed will work until they fall over, literally, so ensure your best friend is safe during the hot summer months!
Here are a few tips to ensure your boxer’s health during the summer months:
(1) Limit outdoor activity, such as exercise, in the peak summers hours or during very humid days
(2) Ensure your animal(s) have access to water and shade
(3) Know the signs/symptoms of heat exhaustion in your dog
(4) Have contact information handy for your vet and also an emergency vet hospital
(5) Use room temperature water to cool off your dog, if necessary–apply water/washcloths to the stomach, under armpits, etc. Do not submerge your dog in cold water (this actually causes body temperature to raise)
(6) Provide a cool surface to lay on such as a hardwood floor or basement concrete
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