Surrender a Boxer - Please read all information before filling out the form at the bottom of this page.

*PLEASE NOTE*
We have recently been experiencing a large amount of calls and emails from kind-hearted individuals who have "rescued" Boxers and then want us to take the dogs off their hands right away.

FBR, Inc. is made aware of several Boxers PER DAY, that have been abandoned, are roaming neighborhoods or are known to be starving or neglected and confined to their yards. We want to help every single Boxer we are contacted about, but in reality, we know we cannot.

If you are a person who knows of a Boxer that is being neglected or has been abandoned PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL ANIMAL CONTROL FACILITY IMMEDIATELY. If animal control investigates and takes the dog, FBR will most likely be contacted if the dog is in danger of being euthanized. We have worked extremely hard at maintaining positive relationships with many shelters and animal controls in our service area and we work together to ensure Boxers have the best chance at adoption and do not die needlessly. We do not recommend that you remove the dog from the property for obvious reasons - you may very well want to, but we ask that you take the proper steps and call animal control first, to make a complaint (which can be anonymous).

If you do take matters into your own hands anyway, please do not expect FBR Inc. to be able to assist you immediately by taking the dog off your hands. We must legally follow regulations when we come across a stray animal. We have a specific intake process and a waiting list of dogs to consider. We also must have time to find a foster home. We can say with certainty, that we are almost always "full to capacity," so if you pull a dog, and would like us to help you, you must be patient.

When you are aware of a Boxer that has been abandoned or needs rescuing, please feel free to call our toll-free number at 888-612-5782 with as much detailed information as possible AFTER you call animal control. We have volunteers in different geographic areas that can then take the information and go through the proper channels in order to best help the dog. We must reiterate that we do not recommend "rescuing" dogs on your own and then calling us to take them. If you do so, you severely limit our ability to help that Boxer as we can have difficulty making arrangements at a moment's notice.

Please visit this link before filling out our contact form at the bottom of this page.

FBR has a waiting list of Boxers sitting in kennels until foster home space opens up, therefore we regretfully cannot accept Boxer mixes at this time. Feel free to email us if you have a Boxer mix you no longer want to keep, and we will do our best to refer you to an all breed rescue organization.

FBR, Inc. covers CENTRAL and WEST Florida only. If you live in another part of Florida, please visit our Links page for Boxer Rescue groups in your area who may be able to help you.

Help Is On The Way

FBR, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that assists displaced Boxer dogs in finding new homes. But that is not all we do. FBR, Inc. considers educating the public about the Boxer breed, to be just as important. We have reading material available and many resources to help identify Boxers in danger of losing their homes. Our goal is to keep as many Boxers as we can, out of rescue and shelters and in the loving arms of their families.

Most people who contact us erroneously think they would be doing their Boxer a huge favor by finding him a home that "has more time for him or can give him the home he deserves." In actuality, Boxers are better off remaining in the home they know and love, even if it means they will get less attention from you. Of course this applies to dogs that are being properly cared for and whose basic needs are consistently met.

Can you answer "YES" to any of the questions below?

Did you acquire him as a puppy from a breeder? If so, have you contacted that person? If he or she is at all reputable, you would have signed a contract at the time you purchased your Boxer puppy, stipulating that the dog should be returned if you decide to no longer keep him. If you do not want to keep your Boxer dog, contact your breeder first.

Did you acquire your Boxer from a rescue organization?

If so, have you contacted that rescue organization? If they are reputable, you would have signed a contract at the time you adopted your Boxer, stipulating that the dog must be returned to them if you decide to no longer keep him or her for any reason.

New baby in the family? How lucky for you that Boxers are fantastic family dogs! Congratulations for being knowledgeable enough about this breed to initially select a dog notorious for their affinity for children. If you can take care of your new little human baby, you can take care of a dog. Some of our educational materials are listed below:

Introduce New Baby to a Resident Dog

Safety Tips for Kids & Dogs

Wall Street Journal article http://www.flbr.org/wallstreetbaby.html

Wall Street Journal video

Moving? There are plenty of apartments, townhouses, condos and hotels that accept medium and large breeds of dog. Many places will even allow you to spread payment of your pet deposit over multiple months as part of your rent. Here is a list of rentals that allow pets:

People With Pets

123 Apartment Search

Renting with Pets (HSUS)

Think you don't have enough time for your dog? Experts in the animal field agree that a dog requires a mere 15 minutes of one-on-one time with his master per day, to be happy, healthy, and well-adjusted! That could be simply spent laying in bed at night watching t.v. together, playing ball in the backyard for 15 minutes while dinner is cooking, or going for a walk or jog! Surely you can spare 15 minutes per day. Pets reduce personal stress and can add years to your life - make the time for you AND your dog.

Are there behavioral issues? Is your dog having trouble getting along with other animals in the household or are there other behavioral issues that have led to the decision to give up your dog? If so, let us help you. Send us an email - we can most likely recommend a trainer in your area. If you didn't socialize your Boxer as a puppy, it's never too late to enroll him in obedience school. It's fun and can count as your 15 minutes of bonding time!

Experiencing financial issues? The following groups exist to assist people who truly want to keep their pets, but are experiencing financial difficulties. They may be able to help you.

For families that are experiencing financial hardship:

American Animal Hospital Association
http://www.aahahelpingpets.org

Angels 4 Animals
www.angels4animals.org

A credit card company for health care:
Care Credit
www.carecredit.com

Serving the elderly, disabled and working poor. For lonely seniors, physically/mentally challenged individuals:

For financially strapped families:
IMOM
http://www.imom.org

Help owners that need urgent veterinary care, emergency vet visits or expensive surgery:
The pet fund
http://thepetfund.com/

Assistance for caretakers of disabled pets:
HandicappedPets.com
http://www.handicappedpets.com/Articles/help/

Despite all of the educational materials and resources we provide, most people have already made up their minds to give up their Boxer when they contact us. If this applies to you, fill out the form below, and a volunteer will respond to you via email or by telephone as soon as possible. THIS MAY TAKE A FEW DAYS, so please be patient for your dog's sake.

By filling out this form, FBR, Inc. makes no guarantee that we will admit your Boxer dog into our rescue program. The purpose of this form is to gather information in order to assess the dog's needs and what type of foster home he'd require. Hopefully you have not waited until the last minute to contact Boxer Rescue. If you are willing to be patient, the better we may be able to help you.

Please fill out this form in its entirety. If something does not apply, type or select "Not Applicable" instead of leaving the question blank. It is absolutely crucial that you are 100% truthful with the information you provide on this form. The safety of our foster parents and their families, their personal pets, and our rescue group is at stake.

Surrender a Boxer to FBR

PLEASE NOTE: FBR, Inc. does not have a single kennel or location where all the dogs stay. Please allow several days time for us to locate a foster home for your dog. We often cannot place your dog in a foster home on the same day you complete this form. If your situation is urgent and needs immediate action please note it in the comments at the bottom of this form, and we will take that into consideration. Thank you!

I have read all the information on this page: * Yes No
You must confirm that you have read the above.You must confirm that you have read the above.

First Name: * A value is required. Last Name: * A value is required.

Street Address: * A value is required. Address Line 2:

City: * A value is required. State: * A value is required. Zip: * A value is required.Invalid format.

Phone Number: * A value is required.Invalid format. xxx-xxx-xxxx Cell Phone Number: Invalid format. xxx-xxx-xxxx

Your Boxer's Name: * A value is required. Email: Invalid format.

Boxer's Age: * A value is required. Boxer's Gender: * Please select an item.

Is the Boxer spayed or neutered? * Please select an item.

Boxer's Weight: * A value is required. Boxer's Color: * Please select an item.

Natural or cropped ears?* Please select an item. Is tail docked or natural? * Please select an item.

Where did you get this Boxer dog? * Please select an item.

How long have you lived with this Boxer? * A value is required.

Is the Boxer up to date on vaccines including rabies? * Please select an item.

When were they last given? * A value is required.

Is Boxer up to date on flea and tick prevention? * Yes No
Please make a selection.

If no, when was flea and tick prevention last administered?

Is Boxer up to date on heartworm preventative? * Yes No
Please make a selection.

If no, when was heartworm preventative last given?

Do you have vet records available for this Boxer? * Yes - I will give them to you. No
Please make a selection.

Does this Boxer have a microchip? * Yes No
Please make a selection.

If yes, what is this microchip number and brand?

Does this Boxer have any health concerns we should be aware of (such as thyroid issues, food allergies, tumors, seizures, daily medications, needed surgeries, broken bones, malnourished, special diet, etc...)? * Yes No
Please make a selection.

Please explain in detail. If no, type "Not Applicable." * A value is required.

Veterinarian's Name: * A value is required. Clinic's Name: * A value is required.

Street Address: * A value is required. Address Line 2:

Vet's City: * A value is required. State: * A value is required. Vets Phone: * A value is required.

Please explain any behavioral or aggression issues. If none, type "Not applicable." *
A value is required.

Does your Boxer suffer from separation anxiety? * Yes No
Please make a selection.

If yes, please explain what happens when you leave.

Does your Boxer display food aggression? * Yes No
Please make a selection.

If yes, please explain:

Does your Boxer live inside or outside? * Inside Outside
Please make a selection.

Is your Boxer housetrained? * Yes No
Please make a selection.

Is your Boxer crate trained? * Yes Yes - but does not like it No
Please make a selection.

Is your Boxer leash trained? * Yes - walks well on the leash Yes - but pulls No
Please make a selection.

Is your Boxer obedience trained (knows basic commands like Sit, Come, Stay, Down, Heel, etc...) * Yes No
Please make a selection.

How does your Boxer do with other dogs? * Likes all dogs - large and small - male or female
Large Dogs Only Males Only Females Only No Other Dogs Not Sure
Please make a selection.

Does your Boxer like cats? * Yes No Unsure
Please make a selection.

Does your Boxer like kids? * Yes No small children No Unsure
Please make a selection.

Please list the other pets your Boxer lives with: * A value is required.

Please list the ages of the children you Boxer lives with: * A value is required.

How does your Boxer interact with men? * A value is required.

How does your Boxer interact with women? * A value is required.

To your knowledge, has this dog ever been exposed to an abusive home or neglectful situation? * Yes No
Please make a selection.

If yes, please explain:

Has this Boxer ever bitten anyone? * Yes No
Please make a selection.

Please explain the circumstances in detail. If the dog has never bitten anyone, please type "Not Applicable."

* A value is required.

Is this Boxer aggressive towards other dogs or people? If so, please explain in detail. If not, type "Not Applicable"

* A value is required.

Why are you giving up your Boxer?

* A value is required.

When does your Boxer need a new home? PLEASE NOTE: FBR, Inc. operates on a foster home-only basis. We do not have a kennel or boarding location where all the dogs stay. We will need to locate a foster home for your dog prior to bringing him into the program. Please allow for a reasonable amount of time for us to locate a foster home. Very rarely can we take a dog the same day this form is completed. * A value is required.Please click to choose a date.

Additional Comments:

I understand that by filling out this form, FBR, Inc. is not obligated to accept my Boxer into their rescue program. I understand that an FBR representative will contact me within one week to discuss the information on this form. I understand that FBR may have suggestions for me or an alternative way to help, such as posting my dog's information on the Owner Surrender page. I understand that if my Boxer is determined to be a good candidate for an available FBR foster home, I will relinquish all claim to my Boxer and allow FBR, Inc. to place him or her into their adoption program.

No Yes Please make a selection.Please select Yes to confirm the above is true. All of the information I provided is true to the best of my knowledge.

By clicking on "Submit" you agree to the above statements
and that you have filled out this form to the best of your knowledge.

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I have read all the information on this page: * Yes No You must confirm that you have read the above.You must confirm that you have read the above.
First Name: * A value is required.	Last Name: * A value is required.
Street Address: * A value is required.		Address Line 2:
City: * A value is required.	State: * A value is required.		Zip: * A value is required.Invalid format.
Phone Number: * A value is required.Invalid format. xxx-xxx-xxxx		Cell Phone Number: Invalid format. xxx-xxx-xxxx
Your Boxer's Name: * A value is required.			Email: Invalid format.
Boxer's Age: * A value is required.	Boxer's Gender: * Please select an item.
Is the Boxer spayed or neutered? * Please select an item.
Boxer's Weight: * A value is required.	Boxer's Color: * Please select an item.
Natural or cropped ears?* Please select an item.		Is tail docked or natural? * Please select an item.
Where did you get this Boxer dog? * Please select an item.
How long have you lived with this Boxer? * A value is required.
Is the Boxer up to date on vaccines including rabies? * Please select an item.
When were they last given? * A value is required.
Is Boxer up to date on flea and tick prevention? * Yes No Please make a selection.
If no, when was flea and tick prevention last administered?
Is Boxer up to date on heartworm preventative? * Yes No Please make a selection.
If no, when was heartworm preventative last given?
Do you have vet records available for this Boxer? * Yes - I will give them to you. No Please make a selection.
Does this Boxer have a microchip? * Yes No Please make a selection.
If yes, what is this microchip number and brand?
Does this Boxer have any health concerns we should be aware of (such as thyroid issues, food allergies, tumors, seizures, daily medications, needed surgeries, broken bones, malnourished, special diet, etc...)? * Yes No Please make a selection.
Please explain in detail. If no, type "Not Applicable." * A value is required.
Veterinarian's Name: * A value is required.		Clinic's Name: * A value is required.
Street Address: * A value is required.		Address Line 2:
Vet's City: * A value is required.	State: * A value is required.		Vets Phone: * A value is required.
Please explain any behavioral or aggression issues. If none, type "Not applicable." * A value is required.
Does your Boxer suffer from separation anxiety? * Yes No Please make a selection.
If yes, please explain what happens when you leave.
Does your Boxer display food aggression? * Yes No Please make a selection.
If yes, please explain:
Does your Boxer live inside or outside? * Inside Outside Please make a selection.
Is your Boxer housetrained? * Yes No Please make a selection.
Is your Boxer crate trained? * Yes Yes - but does not like it No Please make a selection.
Is your Boxer leash trained? * Yes - walks well on the leash Yes - but pulls No Please make a selection.
Is your Boxer obedience trained (knows basic commands like Sit, Come, Stay, Down, Heel, etc...) * Yes No Please make a selection.
How does your Boxer do with other dogs? * Likes all dogs - large and small - male or female Large Dogs Only Males Only Females Only No Other Dogs Not Sure Please make a selection.
Does your Boxer like cats? * Yes No Unsure Please make a selection.
Does your Boxer like kids? * Yes No small children No Unsure Please make a selection.
Please list the other pets your Boxer lives with: * A value is required.
Please list the ages of the children you Boxer lives with: * A value is required.
How does your Boxer interact with men? * A value is required.
How does your Boxer interact with women? * A value is required.
To your knowledge, has this dog ever been exposed to an abusive home or neglectful situation? * Yes No Please make a selection.
If yes, please explain:
Has this Boxer ever bitten anyone? * Yes No Please make a selection.
Please explain the circumstances in detail. If the dog has never bitten anyone, please type "Not Applicable."
* A value is required.
Is this Boxer aggressive towards other dogs or people? If so, please explain in detail. If not, type "Not Applicable"
* A value is required.
Why are you giving up your Boxer?
* A value is required.
When does your Boxer need a new home? PLEASE NOTE: FBR, Inc. operates on a foster home-only basis. We do not have a kennel or boarding location where all the dogs stay. We will need to locate a foster home for your dog prior to bringing him into the program. Please allow for a reasonable amount of time for us to locate a foster home. Very rarely can we take a dog the same day this form is completed. * A value is required.Please click to choose a date.
Additional Comments:
I understand that by filling out this form, FBR, Inc. is not obligated to accept my Boxer into their rescue program. I understand that an FBR representative will contact me within one week to discuss the information on this form. I understand that FBR may have suggestions for me or an alternative way to help, such as posting my dog's information on the Owner Surrender page. I understand that if my Boxer is determined to be a good candidate for an available FBR foster home, I will relinquish all claim to my Boxer and allow FBR, Inc. to place him or her into their adoption program.
No Yes Please make a selection.Please select Yes to confirm the above is true. All of the information I provided is true to the best of my knowledge.
By clicking on "Submit" you agree to the above statements and that you have filled out this form to the best of your knowledge.

Florida Boxer Rescue

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Pupils Login Here

Surrender a Boxer - Please read all information before filling out the form at the bottom of this page.

Surrender a Boxer to FBR

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Ways to Help

About FBR