A 501(C)3 Non-Profit Organization Serving New England
The Boxer RescueWe are a group of volunteers, dedicated to finding loving forever homes for unwanted, abandoned, and surrendered Boxers. Our rescue works within Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New Hampshire. We strive to not only save boxers, but to educate the public about responsible dog ownership, the importance of spaying and neutering, and how to best meet the needs of this amazing breed.
Getting Involved
Save a Boxer
Adopting a Boxer
The Boxer Rescue, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving the New England area. Our group is made up of dedicated volunteers. These are the people who care for the homeless, abused and unwanted boxers because they have a love and passion for the breed and believe they all deserve a second chance.
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The Boxer Rescue could not exist without donations from people like you. Many of our dogs coming into rescue require expensive medical treatment before they can be placed in their “forever” homes. The adoption donation is often not sufficient to cover all of the expenses. Since The Boxer Rescue is solely operated on a volunteer basis, funding is always tight; therefore, your donation small or large will go a long way in helping our dogs in need.
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Our Adoptees
Meet Dottie 🐾 3-5 YRS 🐾 F
** PENDING ADOPTION **
Dottie is estimated to be between 3 and 5 years old. We don’t know for sure, as she was found abandoned, picked up by local Animal Control, and never claimed.
She’s been a complete gem of a boxer, in her foster home. She is friendly, loves everyone, has exceptional house manners, and walks perfectly on leash. Her days are spent exploring the yard and lounging in the sun. Dottie is absolutely perfect…except… She has some orthopedic issues going on that need further investigating by an orthopedic specialist. She could have old cruciate tears that were not addressed… we honestly don’t know. We have a call into Tufts to get her an initial consult, but it could take a while to get in there.
We wanted to start looking at potential forever homes for Dottie, with the understanding that if she’s matched to a home before we get her into ortho, we will still be covering the medical costs associated with whatever, if anything, needs to be done. This means that she must be brought to our vet, which will likely be at Tufts in Grafton or somewhere in the central Massachusetts area.
So, if you’ve been eyeing this gorgeous girl, we are accepting applications for her. Just know that she will be under our care, medically, for a bit.
Dottie isn’t crazy active. She enjoys a leisurely stroll. We are placing her as an only dog, to avoid her rough playing, which could lead to added discomfort. We are also saying kids 10-13+ and no cats, as she has no history.
Dottie is definitely one of the sweetest girls we’ve ever had the pleasure of rescuing. Her forever home will be so lucky to love her.
OTHER DOGS? No
CATS? No
KIDS? 10-13 +
FENCE? Not a deal breaker but definitely most ideal as she LOVES to have the freedom to explore and lounge, safely.
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Meet Ireland 🐾 5 YRS 🐾 F
We are looking for a foster (preferably to adopt) home for IRELAND and her most adorbs underbite 
Ireland will be 5 years old in November and is described as “high energy” and “a typical boxer”. Ireland is very much still a puppy in her behavior and has oodles of energy to expend. She is playful, goofy, and friendly with people. Ireland is not a fan of other female dogs and has only been socialized with the dogs in her home. We will consider a home with a MALE boxer that shares Ireland’s energy, and with humans who are 
committed to allowing her the time she needs to decompress. Expecting too much, too soon is a recipe for failure, and it would be the fault of the humans.
Ireland would love an active human or family, where she’ll get loads of exercise. A fenced in yard would make Ireland super duper happy. If you have been looking for a fun loving, joy filled, playful, pouncing boxer girl, Ireland could be the one for you!
OTHER DOGS? MALE boxer will be considered
KIDS? Teens and older
CATS? No
Ireland needs to be spayed. We will take care of that once she’s in her new home.
Meet Aurora 🐾 5.5 YRS 🐾 F
** PENDING ADOPTION **
Aurora is almost 5.5 years old, which is the BEST age… bye bye crazy town… HELLOOOO chill.
She is ready to start a new chapter in her life. Aurora’s world has been kept pretty small over the years. She’s not been socialized much, beyond her home. She is kenneled or kept in a large run in her yard. So, she’s not a girl who has seen all the sights or been on lots of adventures or met lots of other dogs.
Aurora is very very sweet! She’s super gentle, and she loves to “dance”. She’s a mellow boxer girl.
We think she could do well with a very chill, friendly MALE boxer. She does not like female dogs.
Aurora will make a wonderful addition to a family that understands she will need time to acclimate to her new life and new environment.
OTHER DOGS? Yes.. will consider a MALE boxer that shares her same calm energy. It could take Aurora time to adjust to a new dog friend and she must be allowed to decompress and not be expected to be besties with any dog on day 1. That’s unrealistic and unfair to her.
CATS? No
KIDS? 10-12ish +
FENCED IN YARD? Yes
MEDICAL -we will get Aurora spayed once she’s settled in a home.
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Meet Maverick 🐾 4 YRS 🐾 M
Maverick is 4 years old and came to us as a breeder surrender.
He’s slowly learning what it’s like to be a dog. Lots of things are new to him, so his foster is just taking it slow and letting Maverick take it all in.
He walks pretty well on leash, is very friendly, and is quite stunning. He’s got the mushiest mush face and a very handsome smile. Maverick isn’t overly excitable. He enjoys chilling on the couch, and spending time with his foster mom. He’s not a huge fan of being left alone… But it’s understandable given the week he’s had and all the changes he’s experienced in a short time. He wants to know he’s safe.
Maverick would likely shine in a home with a sweet, chill female boxer. We think another dog will bring him some comfort and he’d enjoy the company.
He has been to the vet and did so well!! Everyone adored him! He’s scheduled to go back for a follow up and needs to be neutered. Once that’s complete, Maverick will be ready for his forever home. We’d love to have one ready and waiting for him.
OTHER DOGS? Yes .. female only
CATS? No
KIDS? 10-13ish + as he has no history
FENCED IN YARD? Yes
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Meet Ireland 🐾 5 YRS 🐾 F
Ireland and her peek a boo tongue are on the hunt for a forever home. She will be 5 years old this fall. Ireland has been settling into her foster home, has made fast friends with foster brother, and is just an all around good girl. Ireland oozes fun and playful energy. She loves toys! She was used as a breeder dog for years, so a lot of what she’s experiencing now, is new to her. She doesn’t like being left alone in a crate, but she will happily sleep in her crate at night, knowing her foster momma is close by. The crate doesn’t hold great memories for her, so we totally understand why it can be scary when left alone in it.
Ireland went to the vet and was an A+ patient. Right now, she’s on meds for an ear infection, and lets her foster clean her ears without any fuss. She does still need to be spayed and have a small mass on one of her nipples, removed. We are working on setting that appointment up for her. In the meantime, we wanted to start the search for her happily ever after. So that once she’s medically cleared, she can go right into a forever home, which is exactly what she deserves.
OTHER DOGS? Yes.. sweet male who matches her very playful energy
CATS? No
KIDS? 10-13ish +
FENCED IN YARD? Yes
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What We Do
Ways to Help
Adopt A Boxer
We often have many beautiful boxers in need of forever homes. From puppies to seniors, they all deserve their happily ever after. Keep an open mind and an open heart, and you just might find your best friend.
Foster a Boxer
Foster homes are a critical piece of our rescue puzzle and enable us to learn as much as we can about the boxers that come to us before being placed in forever homes.
Volunteer
We are always in need of volunteers. Do as little or as much as you want to help us, help them.
Donate
In order to continue to save the lives of beautiful boxers, we need funding help from the public. Please consider making a tax deductible donation in honor of your love for the breed.
The Boxer Rescue
Our Mission
Our goal is to promote responsible dog ownership, provide support to boxer owners, inform the public about the needs, qualities and characteristics of the boxer breed, and to be a positive presence in the boxer rescue community.
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Boxer Adoption Notes
Why Two Female Dogs May Not Be the Best Combination
If you find yourself considering this sort of same-sex adoption scenario, think again. As cute and playful same-sex sibling puppies are, chances are that once they mature, they will engage in some serious discussions that could turn bloody.
Is the boxer the right breed for you?
Boxers are forever puppies. They seem to never to “grow up”. So be prepared to deal with puppy behavior until they are around 3-4 years old. They require a lot of exercise and stimulation. Multiple long walks a day will help tire them out, and we all know that a “tired boxer is a good boxer”.