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[boxer lovers] 11 wk pup update, Brondy Blue

 

This is from Rachel Osborn

Yes, she has a name now, for the first time in her little life.

If you have checked the GOBR main web site, or GO Boxer Rescue's Facebook page, you've seen there was an update put up earlier today.  Well, I'll give you a sneak peak at another update.    There will be a lot more posted about this little girl in the next day or two so keep checking back by all means.  Her OWN page is being developed as I type even which we will soon be directing everyone to so they can read her entire story, and follow her progress as she recovers, and truly does become a happy and HEALTHY Boxer pup.

Brondy Blue is doing real well, she is eating, but has not yet had a bowel movement. The vets aren't worried about that yet, fully expect her to have one this evening or early morning. They also feel good that Brondy will be able to go to her Foster Home late tomorrow afternoon.

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Willie B, Guide Dog for blind/visually impaired, DOB: 4 Dec '05, n/m/w Boxer http://cinnamonboxers.net/willieb.html
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[boxer lovers] Scottie Pinwheel

 

This is from Rachel Osborn 

Don't miss the scottie pinwheel

http://gawker.com/5978955/oh-my-gah-a-scottie-puppy-pinwheel

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http://www.youtube.com/GOBoxerRescue
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Boxer Rescue Foundation
Owner/Admin Boxer Rescue List
Phone: 937-277-4652
P.O. Box 621, Dayton, OH 45405
Willie B, Guide Dog for blind/visually impaired, DOB: 4 Dec '05, n/m/w Boxer http://cinnamonboxers.net/willieb.html
Bogie, 22 Dec 08, m/w Boxer
Tanker (forever in our hearts), Guide Dog for blind/visually impaired, CGC, Delta, TDI, n/m/w Boxer
21 April '99 - 22 May '06 (Rainbow Bridge by Lymphoma - WAY, WAY TOO YOUNG!)
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"Rescue Boxers are Adoptable Love"
2013 GOBR Boxer Calendar with 140 great Boxer pictures.
View cover at http://www.goboxerrescue.com
$15 + $3.50 S&H Mail check or money order to
GOBR, P.O. Box 621, Dayton, OH 45405

Rachel Osborn boxers@ameritech.net
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http://www.facebook.com/goboxerrescue
http://pinterest.com/goboxerrescue/
http://twitter.com/goboxerrescue
http://www.youtube.com/GOBoxerRescue
http://goboxer.rescueme.org/
Boxer Rescue Foundation
Owner/Admin Boxer Rescue List
Phone: 937-277-4652
P.O. Box 621, Dayton, OH 45405
Willie B, Guide Dog for blind/visually impaired, DOB: 4 Dec '05, n/m/w Boxer http://cinnamonboxers.net/willieb.html
Bogie, 22 Dec 08, m/w Boxer
Tanker (forever in our hearts), Guide Dog for blind/visually impaired, CGC, Delta, TDI, n/m/w Boxer
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[boxer lovers] Fwd: RESCUE: email got last night and newest GOBR Foster Boxer - re: Baby Boxer in need

 



Mary, this one bounced back on me for the same reason as the other one.  Can't figure it out.  Would you PLEASE post this to boxerlovers for me.  We're praying for donations for sure for this one as the vet bill is for sure going to be a lot more than what the person who provided the information guesstimated.

Date: Tue, 29 Jan 2013 20:32:53 -0500
From: "Rachel Osborn, GO Boxer Rescue" boxers@ameritech.net>
Subject: RESCUE: email got last night and newest GOBR Foster Boxer - re: Baby Boxer in need
Bcc: BML, boxerlovers@yahoogroups.com, lindagolling, WebmasterGOBR

Actually this pup is only 11 weeks old, weighs 9 pounds, and the owners had never given her a name.  The owner did agree to surrender to GOBR so that the pup could get the help it needed.  Just thought many of you would want to follow her story, see pictures and progress on our main web site at http://www.goboxerrescue.com , our Facebook pages at http://www.facebook.com/goboxerrescue and soon on our Twitter account at http://twitter.com/goboxerrescue

At 08:38 PM 1/28/2013, S wrote:

 
Hello,
I have hopes that someone can help this little girl! My mother-in-law works for Mxxxxx Veterinary Clinic in Myyyyy, Ohio. Today an owner brought in a little female boxer (16 weeks I think my mother-in-law said) because she has been throwing up for several days. (See attached picture) She got into a pillow a few days ago, and the doctor is pretty certain that she has an obstruction. (The vet doesn't think it is parvo, etc.) The owner of the dog isn't willing to put money into the dog, and wasn't even willing to pay for an x-ray.
 
The vet got the owner to agree to giving the dog IV fluids and deworming but the vet believes that the real problem is an obstruction and that these measures probably won't help. They are going to see if the pup is any better tomorrow, but the owner said to put the puppy down if it needs surgery - he isn't willing (or able?) to pay for it. My mother-in-law called me because I have two boxers and volunteered for a boxer rescue some 8 years ago (which no longer exists.) The owner is willing to turn the dog over to someone else instead of putting it to sleep. But, this person will need to pay for the surgery, which my mother-in-law estimated at $600-$700 to go through the intestines and remove the obstruction. I don't want this little girl to die! But, with two boxers and other obligations, I don't know if I can swing the vet bills (and long term commitment) to keep her. The owner has not even named her, if that shows you how (un)caring they are. :( If she
improves tomorrow, the owner might keep her, but the vet thinks this is very unlikely. This area is near Appalachia, so the vet's office sees this sort of thing all the time - they can't devote the time and effort to save all the dogs in need. Please help if you can! You can call me at xxx or reply to this message.
Sincerely,
S

"Rescue Boxers are Adoptable Love"
2013 GOBR Boxer Calendar with 140 great Boxer pictures.
View cover at http://www.goboxerrescue.com
$15 + $3.50 S&H Mail check or money order to
GOBR, P.O. Box 621, Dayton, OH 45405

Rachel Osborn boxers@ameritech.net
Director, GO Boxer Rescue, Inc. (GOBR)
http://www.facebook.com/goboxerrescue
http://pinterest.com/goboxerrescue/
http://twitter.com/goboxerrescue
http://www.youtube.com/GOBoxerRescue
http://goboxer.rescueme.org/
Boxer Rescue Foundation
Owner/Admin Boxer Rescue List
Phone: 937-277-4652
P.O. Box 621, Dayton, OH 45405
Willie B, Guide Dog for blind/visually impaired, DOB: 4 Dec '05, n/m/w Boxer http://cinnamonboxers.net/willieb.html
Bogie, 22 Dec 08, m/w Boxer
Tanker (forever in our hearts), Guide Dog for blind/visually impaired, CGC, Delta, TDI, n/m/w Boxer
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Re: Fw: doxie question

 

You need to take the puppy to the vet to make sure she does not have whip worms.  She could have an infection.  It's better to be safe than sorry.
 
Barbara

From: Roger Elias <rogerdodgerfan104@yahoo.com>
To: dachsie_world@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 12:22 PM
Subject: <Dachsie World> Fw: doxie question
 




just got a four month old black and tan short haired female and have some questions that i will be asking on the group. the most pressing right now is sometimes when she poops, she will let out a loud yelp. doesnt happen alot but sometimes it does. i am hoping nothing is wrong with her. has anyone else had this problem or know what its caused from??

--- On Sun, 1/27/13, Elizabeth <libby7_66@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Elizabeth <libby7_66@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: <Dachsie World> Looking for relief for my mini
To: "Roger Elias" <rogerdodgerfan104@yahoo.com>
Date: Sunday, January 27, 2013, 4:49 PM

I bought that in a chewable form at walmart in the pet section after the fact someone told me to go to a pet store just because you get better product..so petsmart has it in chewable also..helped my dog with the chewing problemSent from my Verizon Wireless SmartphoneRoger Elias <rogerdodgerfan104@yahoo.com> wrote:>it is in powder form and you sprinkle it on the dogs food.>>--- On Fri, 1/25/13, Tricia Spicer <blu_eyes74@yahoo.com> wrote:>>From: Tricia Spicer <blu_eyes74@yahoo.com>>Subject: Re: <Dachsie World> Looking for relief for my mini>To: "Dachsie_World@yahoogroups.com" <Dachsie_World@yahoogroups.com>>Date: Friday, January 25, 2013, 6:55 PM>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>    >      >      >      That is interesting.  I am not very familiar with brewers yeast.  How would I give that to her, does it come in pill form?>>>>>>>From: Roger Elias <rogerdodgerfan104@yahoo.com>>To: Dachsie_World@yahoogroups.com >Sent: Friday, January 25, 2013 9:01 PM>Subject: Re: <Dachsie World> Looking for relief for my mini> >>>>>>>i heard brewers yeast works well for this problem>>--- On Fri, 1/25/13, Tricia <blu_eyes74@yahoo.com> wrote:>>>From: Tricia <blu_eyes74@yahoo.com>>Subject: <Dachsie World> Looking for relief for my mini>To: Dachsie_World@yahoogroups.com>Date: Friday, January 25, 2013, 2:12 PM>>>>>For the past year or so my 9yr old smooth, red, mini, Gretchen has been having skin problems. She has seen the vet numerous times and they just cannot seem to figure out what is wrong with her or how to eliminat the problem. Gretchen started out licking the folds in her little legs, then it went to scratching which caused hair loss. At one point she had a bacterial yeast infection on her skin. So far she has been given pred, antibiotics, and benedryl. I have also changed her diet twice, once to sensitive stomach and skin and now she is on Blue Buffalo Grain Free thinking she was allergic to something in the dog food. I had her to the vet in October and she was put on pred again. She seemed to have some relief for about a few months, but has started itching about two weeks ago. Along with the itching seems to bring along with it itching, smelly ears. I know this is something that is common in doxies but it only seems to happen to Gretchen when she> starts itching everywhere else. I am hoping that I can get some other ideas or remedies for my girl since the vet cannot seem to pin down the problem. I hate seeing her so uncomfortable. Any help would be great!>> >>    >     >>    >    >>>>>>>>>>>>>>

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Fw: doxie question

 





just got a four month old black and tan short haired female and have some questions that i will be asking on the group. the most pressing right now is sometimes when she poops, she will let out a loud yelp. doesnt happen alot but sometimes it does. i am hoping nothing is wrong with her. has anyone else had this problem or know what its caused from??

--- On Sun, 1/27/13, Elizabeth <libby7_66@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Elizabeth <libby7_66@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: <Dachsie World> Looking for relief for my mini
To: "Roger Elias" <rogerdodgerfan104@yahoo.com>
Date: Sunday, January 27, 2013, 4:49 PM

I bought that in a chewable form at walmart in the pet section after the fact someone told me to go to a pet store just because you get better product..so petsmart has it in chewable also..helped my dog with the chewing problem
Sent from my Verizon Wireless Smartphone

Roger Elias <rogerdodgerfan104@yahoo.com> wrote:

>it is in powder form and you sprinkle it on the dogs food.
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[boxer lovers] Hartz Recall

 

I got this in my email today from the FDA.  Follow link for more info.
 
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm337102.htm?source=govdelivery
Mary Rue

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[boxer lovers] Athens, OH - Purebred Boxer - LAST chance for 'Max" ~Gorgeous Boy!!

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Max - purebred boxer - LAST chance****

*Date: *

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 17:19:51 -0500****

*From: *

Hartman, Sara <hartmans@ohio.edu> <hartmans@ohio.edu>****


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*Hello All,*

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*We have a 2 year old purebred boxer named Max with a sad story who
needs help. Please read his story below and let me know if you would
consider helping him. His picture is attached. Thank you!*

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*Max is a sweet, friendly black and white boxer who is living on
borrowed time. He arrived at the shelter and was immediately
quarantined in the back room (a place for dogs that will likely be
euthanized). We found a chip in him and after extensive searching
discovered that his owner is a woman who is in jail for drug use. She
also has children who were removed from her custody. We do not know
who surrendered Max to the shelter, but we are certain that his living
situation has likely been awful. When he was surrendered, the wardens
were told a vague story about him biting a child, though there is no
bite report filed and no actual proof that it happened. We would
really like to see Max have another chance at a good life. Here is
what volunteers have observed in working with him:*

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*He has not shown any sort of aggression towards any FOSD volunteers
when inside or outside of his kennel.*

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*He has the typical wiggly boxer body language. Friendly, happy,
excited to see us.*

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*He allowed a FOSD volunteer to easily take him out of the kennel
after being in there for almost 3 weeks.*

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*He let us handle him all over with no issues at all.*

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*He responds well to both male and females.*

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*He will sit and shake when asked.*

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*He takes treats nicely from your fingers*

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*He has gotten along with both a male and female dog in the shelter.*

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*He is a beautiful dog with the unusual black & white coat, although
he is very skinny right now.*

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*He is neutered.*

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*Max will be the first to be euthanized when the shelter becomes full.
We ask that he go to an experienced rescue or foster since his
history is unknown. Given the story they were told when he arrived,
the wardens have deemed him available to rescues only, so that a
rescue can screen a potential adopter. The shelter does not screen
adopters. If the wardens truly thought he was a danger to people, I
have absolutely NO doubt whatsoever that he would have been euthanized
immediately.*

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*Please let me know if you can help Max.*

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*Thank you!!*

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*Sara*

*Friends of the Shelter Dogs*

*Athens, OH*

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Crystal Hartman
Mom to Mocha, Chloe, Isabelle, Sasha, Patrick, Patches, and Sam
Hickory, NC****

If you're thinking of re-homing or giving up your animal, please take into**
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consideration the amount of homeless and abandoned animals there****

currently are & seek out ways to get help via an animal****

trainer/behaviorist. Many rescues & shelters are full to capacity with****

companion animals looking for a place to call their own.****




--
Crystal Hartman
Owned by Mocha, Chloe, Isabelle, Sasha, Patrick, Patches, and Sam ****



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