| RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERSHIP * FAMILY * HOME * NEIGHBOR * COMMUNITY * |
Second Chance Boxer Rescue has been adopting and placing boxers for a number of years now. In our earlier research, we began to analysis why boxers
were being return to rescue. We stand to be very firm in our position about requiring that each boxer regardless of age was to complete at least a series of 6
to 8 weeks of basic obedience classes. It is important enough that the benefits for each new boxer and owner, regardless of how many dogs you've ever
trained in your life, to have this uniques bonding experience. It also channels a direct communication system between you and your boxer.
SCBR encourages you to go above and beyond the call by enrolling from the basic and beyond, to more advanced levels of training - AKC Canine Good
Citizen Award, therapy dogs and to agility. We believing that no boxer could ever be over trained. To this date, only have a hand full of dogs have ever been
given the waiver from this requirement in our adoption contract. Our goal is to help you and support you in keeping your dog.
One thing you'll never hear from your boxer is complaining or awfullizing. Boxers belong to the working breed of dogs and love nothing more then to please
your requests. Oh no, I have to work again! I have to sit and wait! It is known that a boxer entering a rescue, only 1 out of 5 have ever had formal
obedience training outside of their home. SCBR is adamant with regards that each adopting family completes this requirement.
were being return to rescue. We stand to be very firm in our position about requiring that each boxer regardless of age was to complete at least a series of 6
to 8 weeks of basic obedience classes. It is important enough that the benefits for each new boxer and owner, regardless of how many dogs you've ever
trained in your life, to have this uniques bonding experience. It also channels a direct communication system between you and your boxer.
SCBR encourages you to go above and beyond the call by enrolling from the basic and beyond, to more advanced levels of training - AKC Canine Good
Citizen Award, therapy dogs and to agility. We believing that no boxer could ever be over trained. To this date, only have a hand full of dogs have ever been
given the waiver from this requirement in our adoption contract. Our goal is to help you and support you in keeping your dog.
One thing you'll never hear from your boxer is complaining or awfullizing. Boxers belong to the working breed of dogs and love nothing more then to please
your requests. Oh no, I have to work again! I have to sit and wait! It is known that a boxer entering a rescue, only 1 out of 5 have ever had formal
obedience training outside of their home. SCBR is adamant with regards that each adopting family completes this requirement.
The American Boxer Rescue Association (ABRA), sanction by the American Boxer Club (ABC), has specific guidelines, Codes of
Ethics and By-laws for its membership to follow.
Proudly, SCBR is ONLY one of fourteen boxer rescues in the whole USA to comply and carry out the wishes of an ABRA Affiliate
Membership. The ruling is that ABRA has set forth a minimum standard. SCBR has taken another step in our leadership to go
above and beyond the ABRA standards, by adding the obedience requirement to our adoption contracts.
We also work with those wanting to surrender their dogs to rescue, in supporting and helping them to keep 'em. For some it is
our four months - sixteen weeks - thirty-two lessons of completed obedience training. A sure bet and guarantee that no one would
ever surrender such a well behaved boxer.
Ethics and By-laws for its membership to follow.
Proudly, SCBR is ONLY one of fourteen boxer rescues in the whole USA to comply and carry out the wishes of an ABRA Affiliate
Membership. The ruling is that ABRA has set forth a minimum standard. SCBR has taken another step in our leadership to go
above and beyond the ABRA standards, by adding the obedience requirement to our adoption contracts.
We also work with those wanting to surrender their dogs to rescue, in supporting and helping them to keep 'em. For some it is
our four months - sixteen weeks - thirty-two lessons of completed obedience training. A sure bet and guarantee that no one would
ever surrender such a well behaved boxer.
Several years ago while attending the ABC National Speciality and the ABRA Annual Board Meeting in Fort Mitchell, KY, there was comment made that
some folks would never adopt from SCBR because of their obedience training requirement. We could only say that if there was indications or refusal to make
such a commitment, then they would of never made it though the adoption process. We do it for the best interest of the dogs and NOT for our own benefit or
prestige. SCBR thinks ahead and knows that prevention works best for all!
some folks would never adopt from SCBR because of their obedience training requirement. We could only say that if there was indications or refusal to make
such a commitment, then they would of never made it though the adoption process. We do it for the best interest of the dogs and NOT for our own benefit or
prestige. SCBR thinks ahead and knows that prevention works best for all!
SCBR has been promoting responsible dog ownership since its beginnings. SCBR
volunteers coined the word BRAD to stand for Boxer Rescue Awareness Day (BRAD).
As a volunteer - Mr. Seamus, SCBR Mascot and I traveled two and sometimes three
weekends of the month to pet store chains and other public events in Maine, New
Hampshire and Massachusetts promoting SCBR, averaging 50 to 70 events per year.
Recently someone commented about why the number of BRAD's had been less compared
to other years. Simply put, it takes ONE SCBR volunteer and some brochures. Above
and beyond that is extra and may include the following a live boxer, wearing an SCBR
t-shirt or sweatshirt, pictures, a chair, and perhaps a table covering. Know that it DOES
NOT take an army, troop or masses of people to have a BRAD. Still have questions,
check out BRAD FAQ.
Probably the hardest thing you'll encounter if you have an SCBR banner is, finding
someone to hold it!
volunteers coined the word BRAD to stand for Boxer Rescue Awareness Day (BRAD).
As a volunteer - Mr. Seamus, SCBR Mascot and I traveled two and sometimes three
weekends of the month to pet store chains and other public events in Maine, New
Hampshire and Massachusetts promoting SCBR, averaging 50 to 70 events per year.
Recently someone commented about why the number of BRAD's had been less compared
to other years. Simply put, it takes ONE SCBR volunteer and some brochures. Above
and beyond that is extra and may include the following a live boxer, wearing an SCBR
t-shirt or sweatshirt, pictures, a chair, and perhaps a table covering. Know that it DOES
NOT take an army, troop or masses of people to have a BRAD. Still have questions,
check out BRAD FAQ.
Probably the hardest thing you'll encounter if you have an SCBR banner is, finding
someone to hold it!
In the last thirty years or so, dogs have been losing more and more space in our community by restrictive
legislation, be it local or statewide. It is not the job of our family pets to protect us, instead it is the job of our
families to protect our pets! The best protection plan, to make that commitment with your dog to see that it gets
all the needed training. The return on your money invested will be well worth your time.
We must be proactive in our communities rather then reactive. We must be ready to educate the uneducated.
We must impose on those individuals who infringe on our rights, rather then a specific breed.
While living in Portland, Maine, I volunteered many hours working with our local police and animal control
officers and speaking on behalf of individuals to put in place a Dangerous Dog law (Chapter 5 ANIMALS AND
FOWL* Art II Dogs Div 1 Generally Section 5.21) and NOT to restrict any one breed. WARNING: If you own a
bad a** dog they will throw the book at you for a 1st offense costing over $1,000, stay out of Portland.
Portland, Maine also enacted a Canine Waste law (Chapter 5 ANIMALS AND FOWL* Art II Dogs Div 3 Canine
Waste Sections 5.71 - 5.75). The 1st offense is a $250 fine for NOT carrying a waste containment, regardless if
your dog has pooped or not! I've since heard that dollar bills, credit cards, fallen leaves and even human hands
have acted.
A dog who runs at large and poops freely on public property is an untrained dog and sadder, an uneducated
owner. Education as such, in Portland Maine will come with a high price. This should be enough to keep those
who do not want to comply out of Portland.
Be a responsible dog owner, keep your dog's vaccines up to date and if required registered with the locals. Invite
your animal control officer over for coffee, so they will know you, your dog and where you live.
SCBR honored a local animal control officer in Portland Maine, gave him a SCBR t-shirt and treated him for
lunch for saving a foster dog. Never in his life had he received such a reward! Several years later he died in a
field doing what he loved most running his dog.
legislation, be it local or statewide. It is not the job of our family pets to protect us, instead it is the job of our
families to protect our pets! The best protection plan, to make that commitment with your dog to see that it gets
all the needed training. The return on your money invested will be well worth your time.
We must be proactive in our communities rather then reactive. We must be ready to educate the uneducated.
We must impose on those individuals who infringe on our rights, rather then a specific breed.
While living in Portland, Maine, I volunteered many hours working with our local police and animal control
officers and speaking on behalf of individuals to put in place a Dangerous Dog law (Chapter 5 ANIMALS AND
FOWL* Art II Dogs Div 1 Generally Section 5.21) and NOT to restrict any one breed. WARNING: If you own a
bad a** dog they will throw the book at you for a 1st offense costing over $1,000, stay out of Portland.
Portland, Maine also enacted a Canine Waste law (Chapter 5 ANIMALS AND FOWL* Art II Dogs Div 3 Canine
Waste Sections 5.71 - 5.75). The 1st offense is a $250 fine for NOT carrying a waste containment, regardless if
your dog has pooped or not! I've since heard that dollar bills, credit cards, fallen leaves and even human hands
have acted.
A dog who runs at large and poops freely on public property is an untrained dog and sadder, an uneducated
owner. Education as such, in Portland Maine will come with a high price. This should be enough to keep those
who do not want to comply out of Portland.
Be a responsible dog owner, keep your dog's vaccines up to date and if required registered with the locals. Invite
your animal control officer over for coffee, so they will know you, your dog and where you live.
SCBR honored a local animal control officer in Portland Maine, gave him a SCBR t-shirt and treated him for
lunch for saving a foster dog. Never in his life had he received such a reward! Several years later he died in a
field doing what he loved most running his dog.
| For some people, the nearest they will ever get to owning a dog are these cute boxer figures in these photos. |
UPDATED 3/19/2008
1. Accepting a Friendly Stranger (People who might care for dog at the vets)
2. Sitting Politely for Petting (Approaching dog ONLY when sitting)
3. Appearance and Grooming (Dog must stand, be clean, brushed and touching body parts)
4. Out for a Walk (On loose leash, leading turning left, right, circles and stop)
5. Walking Through a Crowd (3 people wearing hats or a mask at least one with dog BUT no closer then 6 ft)
6. Sit and Down on Command/Staying in Place (On 10 ft lead after giving commands then walk to end of lead)
7. Coming when Called (Dog must come directly to you, no wondering still on lead, can use encouraging words)
8. Reaction to Another Dog (Dogs meeting nose-to-nose, NOT PERMITTED)
9. Reaction to Distractions (May include people, objects, items being dropped and movement - NO GUNS)
10. Supervised Seperation (Dog left w/person, demonstrate good manners, NO BARKING, WHINING or PACING
owner leaves 3 minutes)
2. Sitting Politely for Petting (Approaching dog ONLY when sitting)
3. Appearance and Grooming (Dog must stand, be clean, brushed and touching body parts)
4. Out for a Walk (On loose leash, leading turning left, right, circles and stop)
5. Walking Through a Crowd (3 people wearing hats or a mask at least one with dog BUT no closer then 6 ft)
6. Sit and Down on Command/Staying in Place (On 10 ft lead after giving commands then walk to end of lead)
7. Coming when Called (Dog must come directly to you, no wondering still on lead, can use encouraging words)
8. Reaction to Another Dog (Dogs meeting nose-to-nose, NOT PERMITTED)
9. Reaction to Distractions (May include people, objects, items being dropped and movement - NO GUNS)
10. Supervised Seperation (Dog left w/person, demonstrate good manners, NO BARKING, WHINING or PACING
owner leaves 3 minutes)
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Education for You and Your Dog - a Lifetime Commitment - Not for Just Today, but FOREVER!
More Training and WHY!! (* The Fate of an Unwanted Dog *)
Sometimes a year after adoption issues may come up with your boxer. People will call SCBR saying that they want to return. When the question is asked about obedience
training the boxer, most often, the adopters did NOT start, finish or complete the obedience training. What did you expect? We are willing to help those who keep that
promise. For some, it may mean returning the boxer for more training, maybe you didn't get it the first time or it's not put into a daily routine.
More Training and WHY!! (* The Fate of an Unwanted Dog *)
Sometimes a year after adoption issues may come up with your boxer. People will call SCBR saying that they want to return. When the question is asked about obedience
training the boxer, most often, the adopters did NOT start, finish or complete the obedience training. What did you expect? We are willing to help those who keep that
promise. For some, it may mean returning the boxer for more training, maybe you didn't get it the first time or it's not put into a daily routine.
* Homeowners Insurance and Your Dog *
Recently there was a conversation about one's homeowners insurance policy being cancelled, possible breed
ban state wide. Lots of moaning, alarming oh no, awfulizing, catastrophizing, disasterizing and more
tragedy, what are we gonna do? A little knowledge is a dangerous thing - being proactive rather then
reactive. Know and understand why is it important to own a well trained and behaving dog. In todays world,
everyone's out to sue and dog bites are the number #1 claims against a house insurance company. Not all,
but some do use specific breeds against making it NOT affordable for everyone or our pets go down the
road.
Be proactive, put your money where your mouth is, think about it and plan a HEAD! Homeowners
insurance cost an average plus or minus of $1,000.00 for $500,000.00 worth of under umbrella coverage
riders. The best plan is like putting money in the bank and living off the interest when it come to dog
training.
The initial cost of $1,000 for dog obedience training @ $120 for each 6 weeks session at a local humane
society, you'd be able to buy nearing 48 weeks of one hour class, ($960.00). A dog who's had 48 hours of
professional training with it's owner outside the home, is much more trustworthy then a dog who meets
SCBR's minimum requirement. Picture your dog now as a well trained and behaving dog, who went from
nothing to basic, beyond advanced, to earning an AKC CGC, then going on to be a registered therapy dog
for an addition fee of ($25 per year).
Now you too can do this, ALL within a one year period of adopting, by investing your time and commitment
and have your dog's risk to the lowest of a probable bite case to zero. Better yet, have $3,000,000.00 worth
of personal liability insurance for when you're volunteering outside your home and in the community. Upon
renewal each year after includes the $3,000,000.00 insurance policy as part of your membership with
Therapy Dogs, Incorporated. Note that the other two national known therapy dog groups - Delta Society
and Therapy Dogs International offer liability insurance for less - $1,000,000.00 or $2,000,000.00 and higher
costing renewing memberships per year. No general insurance company out there will or can insure a well
trained and behaving dog for that price. What's your commitment for volunteering each year - a total of
four hours.
First word out of my mouth when an insurance company asks if I own a dog - is not to identify the breed,
but my deed to educate the seller that I own a registered Therapy Dog and that dog comes with a
$3,000,000.00 worth of personal liability. You need proof, I'll be happy to mail you a current copy of the
certificate, plus a copy of the AKC CGC and all graduation certificates.
Recently there was a conversation about one's homeowners insurance policy being cancelled, possible breed
ban state wide. Lots of moaning, alarming oh no, awfulizing, catastrophizing, disasterizing and more
tragedy, what are we gonna do? A little knowledge is a dangerous thing - being proactive rather then
reactive. Know and understand why is it important to own a well trained and behaving dog. In todays world,
everyone's out to sue and dog bites are the number #1 claims against a house insurance company. Not all,
but some do use specific breeds against making it NOT affordable for everyone or our pets go down the
road.
Be proactive, put your money where your mouth is, think about it and plan a HEAD! Homeowners
insurance cost an average plus or minus of $1,000.00 for $500,000.00 worth of under umbrella coverage
riders. The best plan is like putting money in the bank and living off the interest when it come to dog
training.
The initial cost of $1,000 for dog obedience training @ $120 for each 6 weeks session at a local humane
society, you'd be able to buy nearing 48 weeks of one hour class, ($960.00). A dog who's had 48 hours of
professional training with it's owner outside the home, is much more trustworthy then a dog who meets
SCBR's minimum requirement. Picture your dog now as a well trained and behaving dog, who went from
nothing to basic, beyond advanced, to earning an AKC CGC, then going on to be a registered therapy dog
for an addition fee of ($25 per year).
Now you too can do this, ALL within a one year period of adopting, by investing your time and commitment
and have your dog's risk to the lowest of a probable bite case to zero. Better yet, have $3,000,000.00 worth
of personal liability insurance for when you're volunteering outside your home and in the community. Upon
renewal each year after includes the $3,000,000.00 insurance policy as part of your membership with
Therapy Dogs, Incorporated. Note that the other two national known therapy dog groups - Delta Society
and Therapy Dogs International offer liability insurance for less - $1,000,000.00 or $2,000,000.00 and higher
costing renewing memberships per year. No general insurance company out there will or can insure a well
trained and behaving dog for that price. What's your commitment for volunteering each year - a total of
four hours.
First word out of my mouth when an insurance company asks if I own a dog - is not to identify the breed,
but my deed to educate the seller that I own a registered Therapy Dog and that dog comes with a
$3,000,000.00 worth of personal liability. You need proof, I'll be happy to mail you a current copy of the
certificate, plus a copy of the AKC CGC and all graduation certificates.
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