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Nanji (MA)

  

fostered in MA
3 months old 
Boxer Mix
Brindle with white markings
natural ears
natural tail
Approx Weight: 17  lbs.

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Nanji is a Name a Boxer dog!    

Thank you Eva K. Musgray for naming Nanji. “This is a male Swahili name (pronounced NAHN-jee) meaning ‘safe‘.  Dear one, you are now truly safe.”

9/7/06 - Nanji has been adopted!!   Thanks for the overwhelming response to her story.

7/16/06 -

Nanji is ready to be adopted!  Below is an update from his foster mom:
 
Nanji's stitches were removed on Monday and he is very happy to be free of the cone around his neck.  His shoulder looks good and his abrasions continue to heal.  He was very happy to be relieved of his "wrestling restriction" this week and has been glued to Sadie (my 10 year old female boxer) ever since.  Lucky that even in her older years she enjoys playing and wrestling as much as Nanji does.
 
My four year old male boxer Otto has been slower to warm to little Nanji.  It is safe to say that although there is an enormous size difference (80lbs to Nanji's 20lbs) Nanji is fearless almost to a fault with other dogs.  Nanji clearly enjoys the company of other dogs but his confidence may create conflict with a less socialized or dominant dog in the household.
 
Nanji does not present as timid or nervous and is healthily inquisitive and bold at times.  These are all good signs for a young man of his age especially considering what he has been through.  He is quick to learn and is working on his house training and leash manners.  He is very affectionate and, although he has the typical boundless energy of a puppy, I would bet he grows into a pretty laid back boy.
 
Nanji will make a loving and loyal companion for someone who is willing to invest the time required to raise a young puppy.  He would love to find a person or family who has a fenced yard, stays home or works part time, and is committed to taking him to training classes based on positive reinforcement.  He also would benefit from attending a puppy/dog play group at least weekly to ensure he continues to develop good socialization skills.


7/3/06 -

The veterinary hospital treating Nanji’s injuries was contacted by the MSPCA several days ago.  An allegation was made that Nanji’s injuries were not accidental and that he was intentionally dragged behind a car.  Employees of the hospital reported that the MSPCA met with staff and took pictures of Nanji's injuries.  We will update Nanji's page accordingly following the conclusion of the MSPCA's investigation.
 
Nanji was discharged from the veterinary hospital to his foster home on Saturday. Nanji's doctor was confident that he will recover from this traumatic ordeal and with his great personality overcome this rough start.  The staff at the hospital were visibly smitten with him and I am sure he is very thankful for their loving and expert care.
 
In the meantime Nanji has enjoyed getting to stretch his legs and play like a normal puppy.  He is happy to be in a home and loves toys and lots of love and attention.  He eats and sleeps like a champ and does not fuss much when he has to be in his crate. He has already been to two barbecues this weekend and has won over everyone he meets!
 
He is looking forward to getting his stitches out July 10th and can't wait until he can be free of his "cone" around his neck.  He was neutered and micro chipped on June 30th and the wounds on his back, shoulders and feet are healing well.  His healing skin is pretty itchy though and he loves nothing more than to roll around in the grass and find a soft place to nap.


6/29/06 -

DRAGGED 60’ BEHIND CAR
...Lucky To Be Alive...
Nanji is a 3 month old 17 pound brindle male with white socks, natural ears, and an uncropped tail that looks as if it were dipped in white paint.  His mother is a boxer, but his father is unknown.
 
Nanji is recovering from a recent accident in which he was dragged 60 feet behind a car.  He was brought to the hospital and surrendered to their care.  When we received the call asking for our help we gladly accepted Nanji into our rescue program.
 
Nanji is being hospitalized in order to maintain vigilant nursing care for his many skin wounds and to medically treat his pain.  The veterinary staff is amazed at how cooperative Nanji is regarding his intensive daily wound treatments.
 
Although it is fairly certain that surgical repair of some of the skin wounds will be needed, his healing process to date has been amazing.  Nanji seems to be a loving, trusting puppy that will soon be ready to begin a life with his permanent 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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Jane Scott - janescott@boxerrescue.com

Pam Fosco - pam@boxerrescue.com 
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