Hi, I was wondering how long it typically takes to go from applying with a rescue to actually getting the dog? I applied last Tues and also talked with the director as she told me she had boxer puppies along with the mom and dad available for adoption that she hadn't posted yet online. The puppies and parents look really good and I told her we definetely wanted a puppy. I left her a message last Friday asking if she got my app on Wed and she said she did and also that she emailed someone local to set up my home visit. I haven't heard anything since. Am I being too impatient? The puppies are going to be 8 wks old the week of Oct 8th and will be able to go to their new homes then. I guess I just thought there would be a little more interactiion with the rescue group since that date is quickly approaching.
typical wait time for an adoption
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Claudia807
Completely Boxer Crazy
Did you hear back yet? I'd be surprised if the puppies could go at 8 weeks. In our rescue, at least, we wait until they are spayed/neutered and vaccinated for rabies, so it's more like 12 weeks before they can be placed.
RockyCody
Completely Boxer Crazy
At my rescue - we adopt out puppies at 8 weeks of age. There is a 30 day neuter/spay agreement that must be signed - and the adoption fee includes this surgery at one of our vets.
However - please remember that most rescue groups are run by volunteers who have regular jobs as well. they probably work 8-9 hours a day and have a family/pets at home who need attending to. we always try to get back to our adopters quickly, but sometimes things happen that make us not as fast as we would like.
I'd give them a call again - there is NOTHING wrong with being persitent if you really want that pup. Just ask them what timeframe you should expect - be honest
However - please remember that most rescue groups are run by volunteers who have regular jobs as well. they probably work 8-9 hours a day and have a family/pets at home who need attending to. we always try to get back to our adopters quickly, but sometimes things happen that make us not as fast as we would like.
I'd give them a call again - there is NOTHING wrong with being persitent if you really want that pup. Just ask them what timeframe you should expect - be honest
we heard back
Thank you for your responses. I just saw them. We get our puppy tomorrow and they are letting me take him home without being neutered yet on a contract that I will have it done ny March 1. I'm so happy about that as I had a real problem with him being neutered so young.
I do have another question. Why do so many praise someone for rescueing a boxer or pup and it seems all health testing concerns are no longer that important but a major concern when buying from a breeder? It makes no sense. I feel a little worried about the puppies health as I have only seen pics of the parents and I won't be able to meet the mother either as the pups have been moved into their foster homes now. 3 went to one home and the others to another home. The parents look good. I guess I'm just taking a big gamble. Hope it turns out for the best for us.
Thank you for your responses. I just saw them. We get our puppy tomorrow and they are letting me take him home without being neutered yet on a contract that I will have it done ny March 1. I'm so happy about that as I had a real problem with him being neutered so young.
I do have another question. Why do so many praise someone for rescueing a boxer or pup and it seems all health testing concerns are no longer that important but a major concern when buying from a breeder? It makes no sense. I feel a little worried about the puppies health as I have only seen pics of the parents and I won't be able to meet the mother either as the pups have been moved into their foster homes now. 3 went to one home and the others to another home. The parents look good. I guess I'm just taking a big gamble. Hope it turns out for the best for us.
Claudia807
Completely Boxer Crazy
Well, let me just say this about that. At our rescue, we have a list of reputable breeders that we give out if someone wants a pup from a breeder. These are breeders who show in conformation, perform the requisite health testing on the dam/sire, always take back their own, etc. You can stack the odds in your favor by purchasing a dog from a reputable breeder.
HOWEVER, we all know that Boxers are not the healthiest breed. If you go to the ABC Nationals and buy the show catalog, usually you'll see "in memoriam" pages placed there by some of the breeders. Many times, these dogs have died at 7, 8, etc. So, even a dog from a reputable breeder is no guarantee that the dog won't end up with cancer, cardiac issues, etc.
We have had dogs come into our rescue after a lifetime of zero veterinary care and live to 13. So, you just never know.
HOWEVER, we all know that Boxers are not the healthiest breed. If you go to the ABC Nationals and buy the show catalog, usually you'll see "in memoriam" pages placed there by some of the breeders. Many times, these dogs have died at 7, 8, etc. So, even a dog from a reputable breeder is no guarantee that the dog won't end up with cancer, cardiac issues, etc.
We have had dogs come into our rescue after a lifetime of zero veterinary care and live to 13. So, you just never know.
EAO76
Boxer Insane
In addition when you buy from a non-reputable breeder, byb, puppy mill, etc you are giving your money to people who are greedy or simply don't care or are unaware of the huge pet over population problem. By purchasing a dog from these types of breeders you are supporting this greed and in turn adding to the pet over population problem. On the other hand when you adopt a rescue dog / puppy you are donating funds to an charitable organization who is being responsible, saving lives, spaying, neutering, etc. That pup that you save will open up a space for another dog to be saved.
Yes there is a gamble when you don't know the history of the parents but at least when you are rescuing your money is being put to good use (saving lives).
Yes there is a gamble when you don't know the history of the parents but at least when you are rescuing your money is being put to good use (saving lives).
we got him
Thank you EAO76, that is a great answer. I refused to buy from a byb or puppy mill and at the moment just couldn't spend a 1000 on a breeder's puppy, even though I wanted too. That is how I got turned onto the rescue route. I know my money went to help a good cause. We got our 8 wk baby boy Bruce this past Sunday. He is so sweet, very calm, loves to be held and so far doing great with housetraining. We couldn't be happier. He is so gentle with our children. Thank you again for everyone's responpses. I appreciated it a lot.
Thank you EAO76, that is a great answer. I refused to buy from a byb or puppy mill and at the moment just couldn't spend a 1000 on a breeder's puppy, even though I wanted too. That is how I got turned onto the rescue route. I know my money went to help a good cause. We got our 8 wk baby boy Bruce this past Sunday. He is so sweet, very calm, loves to be held and so far doing great with housetraining. We couldn't be happier. He is so gentle with our children. Thank you again for everyone's responpses. I appreciated it a lot.
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