Support Needed to Save a Boxer
1. Vetting:
• Spay/neuter
• Vaccinations
• Specialized care (e.g., cardiologists)
• Prescriptions and preventive care
• Extensive medical testing and treatments
2. Boxer Haven spares no expense to ensure proper care for every dog before adoption.
3.Boarding & Pet Sitting: BHR Covers costs when foster homes need to travel.
4. Food & Treats: Boxer Haven and foster homes cover all food costs to ensure quality nutrition.
5. Supplies: Each dog receives a martingale collar, leash, blanket, and crate if needed.
Our Mission
Boxer Haven Rescue is dedicated to saving as many Boxers as possible. We embrace the realities of rescue, understanding that while we may face difficult choices, our love for these dogs drives us to make a difference.
History
• Established: 2004
• Location: Oldest Boxer rescue in Michigan
• Status: 501(c)(3) Not-for-Profit Organization
• Model: Private, all-volunteer foster home-based dog rescue
Our Work
While adopting a dog may seem straightforward, rescue involves extensive resources and emotional investment.
How You Can Help
We encourage adopters, volunteers, and supporters to consider making a recurring monthly donation.
Benefits include:
• Spreading donations over the year for easier budgeting.
• Tax-deductible contributions.
• Direct involvement in saving more Boxers.
Get Involved
Click the link below to sign up for recurring donations today!
Thank you for being so supportive—every contribution makes a difference!
Financial Snapshot (2023)
Despite the significant expenses, adoption fees cover only a fraction of the costs. This disparity highlights the necessity for ongoing fundraising and donations.
Additional Expenses
Our veterinary spending does not encompass all operational costs, which include:
• Food and supplies
• Crates and bedding
• Microchips
• Postage
• Banking and website services
• Accounting and tax services
Behavioral Support
Rescued Boxers often come from challenging backgrounds, which can lead to behavioral issues that make their transition into new homes difficult. Providing behavioral support is crucial for several reasons:
- Improved Adoption Success: Addressing behavioral challenges before adoption increases the likelihood that Boxers will thrive in their new homes. This proactive approach helps prevent common reasons for surrender, such as aggression or anxiety.
- Enhanced Bonding: Behavioral support helps adopters understand their Boxer’s needs and behavior, fostering a stronger bond between them. When owners feel equipped to manage their dog’s behavior, it leads to a more harmonious relationship.
- Reduced Return Rates: Many dogs are returned to us due to preventable behavioral issues. We aim to reduce these return rates by offering training and support, ensuring that Boxers remain in loving homes.
- Empowerment for Owners: Providing access to trainers empowers adopters with knowledge and techniques to handle challenges, enhancing their confidence and commitment to their new pet.
- Long-Term Wellbeing: Supporting Boxers with behavioral training promotes their mental and emotional health, leading to happier, well-adjusted pets. This not only benefits the dogs but also enriches the lives of their owners.
Why Boxer Haven Rescue Offers This Service
Boxer Haven Rescue is dedicated to the well-being of Boxers and the families that adopt them. By offering behavioral support, we fulfill our mission to:
- Ensure Lifelong Placement: We are committed to finding forever homes for our Boxers. Equipping families with the tools they need increases the chances of lasting placements.
- Promote Responsible Pet Ownership: Education is key to responsible pet ownership. Offering behavioral support training teaches adopters how to manage and nurture their dogs effectively.
- Advocate for the Breed: By addressing and mitigating behavioral issues, we help improve the perception of Boxers as a breed, showcasing their potential as loving, loyal companions.
In summary, behavioral support is a vital service that benefits dogs and enriches the lives of their adopters. At Boxer Haven Rescue, we are dedicated to making every adoption a success story.