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Target

If only Dr. Dolittle existed, he or she would be busy talking to all these animals in rescues and getting their stories.  This would make it much easier for those who want to help, as we’d be able to understand what these creatures endured.  Since Dr. Dolittle doesn’t exist, it’s up to us to surmise their pasts, by their physical conditions and their reactions to humans and other pets.  In our case, we do our best to provide immediate care and then find loving, caring homes that often need to help these pups heal.

Such is the case with “Target” who was rescued from deplorable conditions by a dog loving, good samaritan.  Target was found tethered to a chain link fence, a   5 foot leash allowing only enough movement to reach a dirty water bowl, a small dog house, and a hollowed out tree stump.  It is unknown what or how often she was fed.  As far as could be determined, she was like this for about 2-3 weeks.  The man who had her said a couple asked him to dog sit and then he never saw them again.  According to him, that was maybe 2-3 weeks before our caring friend found her.  Although he may have had good intentions, it was apparent that this man was physically unable to care for Target and is often homeless himself.  By his admission, he didn’t feel any connection to Target and didn’t mind if she was taken from him.  Her rescuer took her to the vet where it was determined that she is approximately 2-3 years old but there is no way to know what her life was before 3 weeks ago.  She was cleaned up, treated for her bites, up to date on vaccines, flea free and was resting comfortably.  According to the vet, Target is heartworm positive but otherwise a healthy young girl, her heartworm will be treated by our vets Towne Line Veterinary Group.
She is described as sweet and good with kids and other dogs so far.  Unfortunately as much as her rescuer would like to keep her, allergies prevent Target from becoming part of her family.

Perhaps we don’t need to know Target’s full story.  Maybe the fact that she responds well to a warm, clean home, compassionate touch and healing that comes from proper care, is all we need to know.  Although we can’t change the beginning of her story, we can change the ending.
We always welcome new fosters and foster to adopt homes.
Applications online at www.chelseashopeboxerrescue.com

Layka

Meet sweet Layka. This beautiful boxer mix female is approximately 4-5 years old. Layka is in foster in NY area with Chelsea’s Hope Boxer Rescue. Layka is described by her foster home as sweet and loving. She loves her humans and has been nothing but precious with young children in the home. Layka is crate trained and walks well on a leash. We like a home with no other dogs as Layka loves her people moreif you are looking to add to your family, this is the girl for you. Her wiggle butt and boxer personality makes her a great dog for a home with kids. Apply online www.chelseashopeboxerrescue.com.

Chutney

FOSTER /FOSTER TO ADOPT/ADOPTER DESPERATELY NEEDED!  THE CLOCK IS TICKING !

CHBR Family, please meet Chutney!  Chutney is a sweet 2 year old, 50 pound, boxer mix female, who has endured far too many changes in her short life.  She was rescued from a southern shelter but her adoptive family had cats and well, she just doesn’t like cats so she found herself re-homed with a couple.  Unfortunately, Chutney was placed in a home that is not ideal for this sweet gentle girl and now finds herself in desperate need of a new place to live.  Patience and understanding are necessary for this girl to decompress, settle in and become a valued family member.

Chutney loves car rides and being outside.  She is an enthusiastic walker.  For reasons she can’t tell us herself, she has a slight fear of men but loved living with older kids.  One of her favorite things was being petted by kids from a nearby school.  Chutney gets along well with female dogs but unknown how she’d do with a male dog. Cats are a definite no!  

Before she finds herself without a home, or worse, can you find it in your heart to give this girl a chance?  She needs stability and an understanding human to assure her everything will be okay. 

If you feel you can offer Chutney a foster or foster-to-adopt home, and help mend her broken heart,  please apply online at www.chelseashopeboxerrescue.com