[Sam I Am]

I received a message tonite that there is a Boxer Rescue in Louisiana that needs assistance - the founder apparently has suffered an aneurysm and is not expected to live. There are approximately 20 boxers with this group that need forever homes or foster homes....if you can help in any way, please DM me for more info. If you're already an approved foster or adoptive home through a known rescue I feel sure this org would be willing to work with you. Very, very sad.

[hjlacey]

sorry Sam.. Do they have a web page? maybe get some more movement?

[Sam I Am]

Louisiana Boxer Rescue

Last word was that the lady who suffered the aneurysm has been taken off life support and moved to hospice. Her story is on the website, as well as information on how to adopt. From what I can tell, this lady was responsible for many of the adoption applications and there is some confusion in locating the dogs already applied for.

I need to go on record here that just because you apply does not mean you will automatically get one of the Louisiana Boxer Rescue dogs. Rescues are notoriously "picky" about finding homes for their dogs (and rightfully so!), many of which have been surrendered by their owner, and many that there is no known history on. However, if you adopt a boxer through your local rescue, perhaps that rescue might be able to help out the Louisiana dogs. I feel sure this is not a complete list of dogs available, as rescues are always manned by volunteers and sometimes the website is the last thing to get updated. Some of the dogs available may have heartworms or other health needs - and there are angels out there who take their rehab upon themselves, both financially and in the hands-on rehab process. Any help would be appreciated, not the least of which is prayers for Kim and her family.

[46Barb]

I cross posted on my dog board. I pray they all find good homes. My prayers are also with Kim and her family.

[Sam I Am]

Originally Posted by 46Barb

I cross posted on my dog board. I pray they all find good homes. My prayers are also with Kim and her family.

Thank you for crossposting and helping spread the word. This is a tragedy for any rescue, and this lady is very instrumental in adopting homeless Boxers in the state of Louisiana. You can never tell who is out there that can help or has their heartstrings tugged and getting the word out is the first step. Every one of mine was a rescue that spoke to me through cyberspace. It's wonderful that we have caring dog lovers and rescuers who can be notified almost instantly now - the internet has changed the face of saving pets.

I do not know Kim personally, but my heart is with her family and friends as they go through what must be an extremely heartbreaking time for them. Keep those prayers going out.