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Ernie (MA)

fostered in MA
8 months old
Brindle with white markings
natural ears
docked tail
Approx Weight: 50 lbs.

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Ernie is a Name a Boxer dog!

Thank you JoAnn Bartoli for naming Ernie. “I would like to name a boxer in honor of my boxer who we just lost after 14 1/2 years. He was the best dog I have ever known and was truly a cherished member of my family. I will forever remember him standing on top of my picnic table, chasing groundhogs and playing with the children. He was the 'furry love of my life". I hope this dog which we name, brings as much joy to his future family.”

9/30/06 - Ernie has been adopted!!

6/5/06 -

Ernie is an 8 month old altered male boxer with stunning white boots and neck that contrast his brindle body. He is certainly "tres beau". Ernie is living with four cats and four other dogs and is having the time of his life. His high energy level is well suited for a family similar to his foster family, complete with a large fenced in yard and canine playmates.

Ernie is happiest when he is outside racing across the grass with his friends in tow. He has been pretty well behaved with the felines in the house. However, given the chance to chase one of them throughout the house, a game of “tag the cat” would be considered a perfectly good sport. He is young, exuberant and ready to play. He also seems to enjoy children, but would be best suited for a family with older children who are not shy around a bouncing boxer teenager.

We suspect that Ernie may have a hearing deficiency, therefore a securely fenced yard is a definite requirement. He is very smart and will be a great partner at obedience classes; he would certainly benefit from added structure in his life (like all young boxers). He has taken great strides since coming to his foster home and now feels much more comfortable when asked to go into his crate. He is starting to learn how a routine fits into family living and he is going to be a wonderful addition to an active family.

Ernie weighs about 50 pounds, has soft natural ears and a medium length cropped tail. He does not seem to mind inspection for ticks or having his feet touched and manipulated. He does not have food issues and is eating well. Ernie is a very energetic puppy with eagerness that is just adorable. Besides his zeal to play, he also loves to cuddle up on a lap with a good chew toy. Ernie’s hearing deficit has made proper training a bit more of a challenge, but he has quickly mastered simple commands such as sit, lay, and wait. He is willing to comply with most anything for a yummy treat. This cute puppy is eager to learn, and is waiting to play with and love his new family.

If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out an online application first. Then e-mail the contact below. Be sure to include your full name, city, state, and area code in the subject line of your message.

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Boxer Rescue Contact Area:

Northeastern Boxer Rescue

Jane Scott - janescott@boxerrescue.com

Pam Fosco - pam@boxerrescue.com

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