booge Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 It kills me to write this post but I've reached a point where I've had to admit that I think my dog is too much for me. I have a 7 year old Boxer boy, our life has changed a lot in the last year with a new child, moving house, both parents being shift workers and little spare time. It's at a point where he needs to go to a Boxer friendly house. Someone who is accustomed to Boxers and more importantly has the time to devote to him. It's tearing me up inside, but can anyone here recommend a good rehoming service? I would never take him to a pound, but a lot of our arguments and stress at home revolve around him and the destruction he causes. I feel I'm failing him and his needs. He's a good boy but far too high maintenance for our situation. I'm not writing this for tips on living with Boxers, but simply asking if anyone has recommendations for rehoming places/services. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OSoSwift Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Have you contacted the Boxer club in your state? They may know of a Boxer rescue, also have you contacted his breeder? That should be the first step. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 You must be feeling ripped apart .... Hope it all works out . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinabean Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I'm on my phone, so I can't see what state you live in Booge. I second OSoswift's suggestions. First contact his breeder and if they can't help, your state Boxer Club and Boxer rescue. So sorry that it's come to this. Take care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinabean Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 (edited) Sorry, double post. Edited May 13, 2013 by trinabean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajirin Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 http://www.boxerdogrescue.net/ remembered seeing this rescue being from Vic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WreckitWhippet Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 That's really sad that you aren't willing to listen to any tips, that's a shame as there are lots of people on here who work long hours, have children and give their dogs a great life. There are lots of things that you can do to entertain him and wear him out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juice Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 You could try and rehome him yourself first, make sure he is desexed to stop people thinking they can just have him to make money from. You could try asking in the rescue section too, be prepared for people to be a bit blunt though, its a common reason people offload their dogs. I had to rehome one of mine once who was just too much for me, however he was under 12 months, rehoming a dog you have had for 7 yrs will get a harsh response so be warned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ari.g Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Do you still have the pug? Is it being rehomed too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Booge: My Boxer has been scratching with atopic dermatitis most of his life and he's been on pred on and off most of his life. I've tried diets, food elimination, every magic product, natural therapy, shampoo, supplement i can find I think this is going to make rehoming particularly challenging. 7 is old for a Boxer. An old Boxer with ongoing health issues has its best chance with breed rescue but even they can't produce miracles often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic.B Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 That's really sad that you aren't willing to listen to any tips, that's a shame as there are lots of people on here who work long hours, have children and give their dogs a great life. There are lots of things that you can do to entertain him and wear him out. Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
booge Posted May 13, 2013 Author Share Posted May 13, 2013 He's all good now healthwise. Skin is great, fit as a fiddle, doesn't show his age at all. I've contacted boxer rescue in Victoria and await their reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic.B Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Booge: My Boxer has been scratching with atopic dermatitis most of his life and he's been on pred on and off most of his life. I've tried diets, food elimination, every magic product, natural therapy, shampoo, supplement i can find I think this is going to make rehoming particularly challenging. 7 is old for a Boxer. An old Boxer with ongoing health issues has its best chance with breed rescue but even they can't produce miracles often. Exactly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 He's all good now healthwise. Skin is great, fit as a fiddle, doesn't show his age at all. I've contacted boxer rescue in Victoria and await their reply. Make sure you disclose his full medical history. Only fair on an adoptive family to know what they're potentially in for, noting that the stress of rehoming may well produce a recurrence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coogie Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 (edited) I think you you should definitely contact a breed rescue, if he is to have a chance of finding a suitable home and you really can't cope anymore. You have detailed a number of issues with your boy in the past, so he will need a home that can cope with his allergies, dietary needs and his dominance going by your previous posts. I do think you will have to be prepared for the fact that he may be quite difficult to rehome. I hope you can find an answer. Edited to add: HDW - sorry I am just repeating everything you said (whilst I was trying to write a post that didn't sound too judgemental and harsh because that isn't my intention). Booge I am glad to hear he is healthy now but also think you should fully disclose past skin issues - he will slip back very quickly without the correct management. Edited May 13, 2013 by coogie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic.B Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 He's all good now healthwise. Skin is great, fit as a fiddle, doesn't show his age at all. I've contacted boxer rescue in Victoria and await their reply. I hope you are 100% honest with any rescue who trys to assist your dog (past history and past health issues included). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosetta Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I have no suggestions but just want to wish you well in resolving this very difficult situation. Good on you for asking for advice - its not easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Anne~ Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Reading back through your post history it seems you've had your fair share of issues with him. The boxer doesn't seem to be the breed for you and I can't see it ever getting better no matter how much you are attacked by some in this thread. He is better off going somewhere he will be understood. I wish your decision had have been made much earlier though. Have you also contacted his breeder to ask if they can assist with re-homing? Please think carefully before getting another dog. How do you think your pug will adjust to life without his mate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juice Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Just make sure you do tell any rescue all about his history, they need to match him to a new home, it would be so sad if he ended up bouncing from home to home or ended up being taken to the pound because his new home didn't know all the history and couldn't cope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic.B Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Just make sure you do tell any rescue all about his history, they need to match him to a new home, it would be so sad if he ended up bouncing from home to home or ended up being taken to the pound because his new home didn't know all the history and couldn't cope. So true Juice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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