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ABOUT US
Mid‐Iowa Boxer Rescue, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was formed in 2007. We work closely with many small shelters throughout Iowa to save Boxers. Many dogs come to us untrained and in need of medical care. The dogs are taught proper manners and nurtured back to good health in foster homes.
All pets available for adoption are up to date on shots and spayed or neutered. The only exception would be very young puppies and/or medically compromised adults.
We will always take an adopted dog back into our program if your situation changes, but we ask you to think carefully before adding a new member to your family and require that all adults in the home agree to the process.
Help us find a forever home for all of our Boxers in 2023!
Always remember to adopt! Don't shop!
FOSTER
The number of Boxers we save depends upon the wonderful rescue volunteers willing to bring these precious dogs into their homes. Becoming a foster home takes dedication, love and a commitment to helping the Boxer become the best dog that it can be. We have no way of knowing how long you might have a foster Boxer in your home. It depends on the needs of the particular dog and the availability of adoptive homes. What we can say is that it's a very rewarding way to help this wonderful breed.
Fostering is not a way to get a free dog, not a trial period before adoption, and it certainly isn't easy. It can be stressful as many of these dogs are untrained. In addition to feeding, grooming and exercise the foster home is responsible for house training; crate training; correcting problems such as jumping, chewing, dashing through doors, etc.; socialization and plenty of playtime and attention. Fostering allows a dog to become adapted to home life; therefore, giving them a greater chance of remaining permanently in an adoptive home. Foster homes are required to have a wire crate and a fenced yard. Occasionally, the foster family may need to transport the dog to/from vet appointments.
If you are interested in fostering a Boxer for
Mid‐Iowa Boxer Rescue,
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT THE FOSTER APPLICATION
Once the completed application has been submitted
we will contact you to schedule a home visit.
Taking care of rescue dogs...
Something I do best.
I know because I've done it,
and I've surely passed the test.
The dogs I've bathed,
the food I've fed,
the vacuuming I've done,
and all to watch a frightened soul
sit dreaming in the sun.
My own dogs I've neglected,
but I tell them everyday
that I love and cherish
each of them.
Though a new dog's come to stay.
I know they understand this,
the love that I have given them
comes shining back at me.
Some people think I'm crazy,
some others think I'm great.
But very few can understand
what really is at stake.
If I can love and help a dog
to find a better way,
my own life is much richer,
I look forward to each day.
So now you know my secret,
it's there for all to see,
the love I give, the life I save,
I do it all for me.
Author Unknown
FOSTER FAILURE SUCCESS STORY!
JJ
This is a foster failure success story. Katie had just lost her boxer girl Babe and was not looking to adopt until spring but JJ was desperate for a foster and... love happened! He fit into her life like a glove and she decided that he was home forever. Just look at that happy face!
FOSTER FAILURE SUCCESS STORY!
Lulu
Lulu was one of three girls that came in to rescue from the same home. We couldn't keep them together but managed to find great homes for all of them. Lulu's foster was looking for a calm quiet girl who could learn to be a therapy dog. Lulu was just what she needed. She was terribly skinny and has filled out wonderfully with love and TLC!
FOSTER FAILURE SUCCESS STORY!
Rebel
Rebel (the second of the three) is a sweet 2-year-old girl who was confused at all the changes in her life. She was quiet and shy, as an only dog in her first foster, but when they had to leave town she went to a different foster with two dogs and really blossomed. This family fell in love with her and made it official. Happy ever after little Rebel!
FOSTER FAILURE SUCCESS STORY!
Panda
This little girl is black & white like a Panda. The third of the three girls who came in to rescue from the same home, she didn't last as long as a foster. Her family knew almost immediately that she was meant to stay forever. She is proud to have a fuzzy kitten as her new best friend. Panda has a full tummy and a warm bed to sleep in every night. Sleep tight sweetie!
FOSTER FAILURE SUCCESS STORY!
Duke
Duke was a challenge from day one. Abandoned at a shelter, he was a wild boy who wouldn't let people get near him. Fostered originally by an experienced boxer couple he was in and out of trouble. They really loved him but he was a handful and was labeled aggressive after jumping the fence and chasing a small dog, causing that dog's owner to fall. The powers-that-be declared he had to go. Long-time boxer breeder and show person Val & husband Jeff stepped up to the plate to help tame this wild boy. Duke is reformed! His new best friend is their Frenchie and he will have a happy furever after. Win-Win!
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