| RIKKI |
UPDATE 7/21/08 - It's been three months!! It feels more like 6, but everyday we grow together and
learn about one another.
This past month has been hot hot hot. We have been spending time at the beach or across the street at
the dog pond.
There is a beach, Whitehorse Beach, in Plymouth, MA that allows dogs all day 365 days a yr.
Rikki is a fabulous swimmer. He goes way far out with the Labs at the pond, and chases the waves
with Will and I at the beach. This is great fun, and it tires him out too! Something well needed for our
energetic boxer boy.
We've been learning a whole lot about one another good and bad. We've now learned that Rikki can
become extremely cranky when very tired. But aren't we all? We have also switched his food, as we
believe he does have a gluten allergy. His new food, EVO, a gluten free dog food, has made a huge
difference for us all.
Each day is a new day, and we are learning this is how it's going to be for a while.
With help from obedience class, we are learning better ways to communicate with one another, We
hope to hit the beach again and again to get away from this city heat!
We are having a blast!!!
UPDATE 6/21/08 - Hello Second Chance,
Well, it's been another wonderful month with Rikki in our home! He's just one of the gang. It really
feels like we've been together forever. I can't believe it's only been two months!
Weather permitting, it has been a great outdoors month. We have taken many hikes around the
outskirts of the city. We, also, go swimming, daily, in the dog pond across the street. Rikki goes all the
way in, and sometimes races the Labs to catch the sticks thrown all the way out there. Every one
comments about the 'boxer who swims'.
We have also taken Rikki to the beach this month. He will wade the water and luvs to play in the sand.
There is a great dog beach in Plymouth, MA that is for dogs all year round, all times of day. It's great!
I think this will become a popular spot for us this summer.
Otherwise, it is apparent that we are still getting used to one another. We are midway through our
training classes. I think through time, patience, and a bit more training, we will get there soon.
Everything is so new to him, including being around people and other dogs all the time. Sometimes I
forget that he did not have this before, and it may take sometime for him to settle down a bit. In the
mean time, we are all having a blast! Rikki is just naturally attracted to dogs, people, and children. He
wants to be every one's best friend.
We have recently joined the SCBR email network, which has been EXTREMELY helpful for questions
that I do have. It has come to my attention that Rikki may have a gluten allergy, his symptons suggest
that he does. Friends on the network have really opened my eyes to things I need to know about
Boxers. Things my vet has not even mentioned nor may know about.
We can't thank you enough. We hope to see you at an event soon!
UPDATE 5/21/08 - This is Rikki's first monthly update. Well so far... we are so IN LOVE. Rikki
truly is the best dog ever. Every moment we spend together Rikki tries so hard to be a good boy, he's
always in good spirits and is adjusting quite well.
It seems just these past two weeks, he's really started to feel comfortable. I can tell because finally he
is giving me boxer kisses on the lips, and I know he is comforted by routine smells and sounds.
Today was our second vet trip, Rikki received boosters for a few vaccinations. Last Sunday was our
first group obedience class. It was so great to hear the trainer speak aloud about the dynamics in the
room between Rikki and the other dogs. It was then I realized what an amazing boy he is. The way he
interacts with other dogs and humans is so polite and giving, and that is truly who he is. All he asks in
return is love and long walks and yummy meals.
It seems that Rikki has sensative skin, but the vet said this is a boxer trait. His food has already been
switched quite a few times, (throughout the whole foster and adoption process). We have him on
Wellness, but we are looking for suggestions to help him with his itchy feet and skin.
I have plenty of pics I would love to send along! We will be taking a trip to the beach this Sunday, (last
day before Memorial Day). Rikki loves to swim in the doggy pond accross the street at Fresh Pond
Res. We think he will love the ocean, too!
Well, for now, all there is to say, is that we are all having the best time together. For Will and I, it is so
nice to be outside and physically active with Rikki. For Rikki, I think he appreciates the trust and love
that we are building together. My feelings are that these are things he has missed before. Now, finally,
he gets to show someone what a great boxer boxer boy he truly can be.
Please feel free to contact Will and myself with any further needed information about Rikki!
We can't thank you enough!!!!!
4/21/08 - Rikki has been adopted!
4/11/08 - Rikki has settled in quite well. In the house he is a mellow fellow and his worst habit is
drinking out of the toilet. Outside Rikki is a speed deamon, running and bumping with Lucky Dog. He
has been helping the new neigbors move in which is comical, Rikki supervises their every move! He is
VERY curious about their tiny "pocket dog". Rikki LOVES a nice car ride and is very at home on the
sofa. He knows his basic commands, sit, wait and NO!
He is a sponge for affection and he gets along very well with the other two boxers here. Although he
did try to be a little dominant, the "boys" were having none of that. They now politely bowl swap at
feeding time. It seems that even though it is the EXACT SAME food it tastes better out of someone
else's dish!
Canindae food does not agree with him, he may have mild allergies I'm going to switch him to Wellness
and see if that helps, it has worked in the past. When he arrived his surrender information stated that he
was fed..."dog food"
If you are looking for a sweetheart with a toughguy face Rikki is your boy. He just wants to be loved.
Rikki will definitely need to go to obedience school. He is OK but not great on the leash. A fenced
yard will not contain Rikki, he will need a runner because he can clear a 6 foot fence with EASE! Here,
he gets his run on a 70' longe line which gives him plenty of opportunity to play and run with the boys.
4/6/08 - Help Wanted: One (or more) humans that are willing to teach me what a boxer's life should be.
You see I spent my first two years in the garage or chained in the back yard. That means I have had
little to NO training. I try very hard but, I need to go to school so we can speak the same language and
I can become the boxer you would be proud to be owned by. I respond particularly well to my foster
Dad but, since Mom has been feeding me and taking me for walks I listen to her too. I came from a
home with a 5 year old child.
I am supremely handsome, very muscular and VERY SWEET. Did I mention I can clear a six foot
wall from a standstill? You will need to ask my foster Mom about that, it was quite impressive!! I love
ALL sorts of humans but the parrot is looking particularly tasty at the moment(LOL).
If you are willing to invest the time you will have a very impressive Boxer boy. Rikki is playful but does
not seem to know about toys. He is a couch sitter and loves to be where you are. It does not appear
that he was crated. But, he does go into his crate and sleeps thru the night there. He does sit & lay
down and give a paw. We'll see what else we can teach him while he is here.
learn about one another.
This past month has been hot hot hot. We have been spending time at the beach or across the street at
the dog pond.
There is a beach, Whitehorse Beach, in Plymouth, MA that allows dogs all day 365 days a yr.
Rikki is a fabulous swimmer. He goes way far out with the Labs at the pond, and chases the waves
with Will and I at the beach. This is great fun, and it tires him out too! Something well needed for our
energetic boxer boy.
We've been learning a whole lot about one another good and bad. We've now learned that Rikki can
become extremely cranky when very tired. But aren't we all? We have also switched his food, as we
believe he does have a gluten allergy. His new food, EVO, a gluten free dog food, has made a huge
difference for us all.
Each day is a new day, and we are learning this is how it's going to be for a while.
With help from obedience class, we are learning better ways to communicate with one another, We
hope to hit the beach again and again to get away from this city heat!
We are having a blast!!!
UPDATE 6/21/08 - Hello Second Chance,
Well, it's been another wonderful month with Rikki in our home! He's just one of the gang. It really
feels like we've been together forever. I can't believe it's only been two months!
Weather permitting, it has been a great outdoors month. We have taken many hikes around the
outskirts of the city. We, also, go swimming, daily, in the dog pond across the street. Rikki goes all the
way in, and sometimes races the Labs to catch the sticks thrown all the way out there. Every one
comments about the 'boxer who swims'.
We have also taken Rikki to the beach this month. He will wade the water and luvs to play in the sand.
There is a great dog beach in Plymouth, MA that is for dogs all year round, all times of day. It's great!
I think this will become a popular spot for us this summer.
Otherwise, it is apparent that we are still getting used to one another. We are midway through our
training classes. I think through time, patience, and a bit more training, we will get there soon.
Everything is so new to him, including being around people and other dogs all the time. Sometimes I
forget that he did not have this before, and it may take sometime for him to settle down a bit. In the
mean time, we are all having a blast! Rikki is just naturally attracted to dogs, people, and children. He
wants to be every one's best friend.
We have recently joined the SCBR email network, which has been EXTREMELY helpful for questions
that I do have. It has come to my attention that Rikki may have a gluten allergy, his symptons suggest
that he does. Friends on the network have really opened my eyes to things I need to know about
Boxers. Things my vet has not even mentioned nor may know about.
We can't thank you enough. We hope to see you at an event soon!
UPDATE 5/21/08 - This is Rikki's first monthly update. Well so far... we are so IN LOVE. Rikki
truly is the best dog ever. Every moment we spend together Rikki tries so hard to be a good boy, he's
always in good spirits and is adjusting quite well.
It seems just these past two weeks, he's really started to feel comfortable. I can tell because finally he
is giving me boxer kisses on the lips, and I know he is comforted by routine smells and sounds.
Today was our second vet trip, Rikki received boosters for a few vaccinations. Last Sunday was our
first group obedience class. It was so great to hear the trainer speak aloud about the dynamics in the
room between Rikki and the other dogs. It was then I realized what an amazing boy he is. The way he
interacts with other dogs and humans is so polite and giving, and that is truly who he is. All he asks in
return is love and long walks and yummy meals.
It seems that Rikki has sensative skin, but the vet said this is a boxer trait. His food has already been
switched quite a few times, (throughout the whole foster and adoption process). We have him on
Wellness, but we are looking for suggestions to help him with his itchy feet and skin.
I have plenty of pics I would love to send along! We will be taking a trip to the beach this Sunday, (last
day before Memorial Day). Rikki loves to swim in the doggy pond accross the street at Fresh Pond
Res. We think he will love the ocean, too!
Well, for now, all there is to say, is that we are all having the best time together. For Will and I, it is so
nice to be outside and physically active with Rikki. For Rikki, I think he appreciates the trust and love
that we are building together. My feelings are that these are things he has missed before. Now, finally,
he gets to show someone what a great boxer boxer boy he truly can be.
Please feel free to contact Will and myself with any further needed information about Rikki!
We can't thank you enough!!!!!
4/21/08 - Rikki has been adopted!
4/11/08 - Rikki has settled in quite well. In the house he is a mellow fellow and his worst habit is
drinking out of the toilet. Outside Rikki is a speed deamon, running and bumping with Lucky Dog. He
has been helping the new neigbors move in which is comical, Rikki supervises their every move! He is
VERY curious about their tiny "pocket dog". Rikki LOVES a nice car ride and is very at home on the
sofa. He knows his basic commands, sit, wait and NO!
He is a sponge for affection and he gets along very well with the other two boxers here. Although he
did try to be a little dominant, the "boys" were having none of that. They now politely bowl swap at
feeding time. It seems that even though it is the EXACT SAME food it tastes better out of someone
else's dish!
Canindae food does not agree with him, he may have mild allergies I'm going to switch him to Wellness
and see if that helps, it has worked in the past. When he arrived his surrender information stated that he
was fed..."dog food"
If you are looking for a sweetheart with a toughguy face Rikki is your boy. He just wants to be loved.
Rikki will definitely need to go to obedience school. He is OK but not great on the leash. A fenced
yard will not contain Rikki, he will need a runner because he can clear a 6 foot fence with EASE! Here,
he gets his run on a 70' longe line which gives him plenty of opportunity to play and run with the boys.
4/6/08 - Help Wanted: One (or more) humans that are willing to teach me what a boxer's life should be.
You see I spent my first two years in the garage or chained in the back yard. That means I have had
little to NO training. I try very hard but, I need to go to school so we can speak the same language and
I can become the boxer you would be proud to be owned by. I respond particularly well to my foster
Dad but, since Mom has been feeding me and taking me for walks I listen to her too. I came from a
home with a 5 year old child.
I am supremely handsome, very muscular and VERY SWEET. Did I mention I can clear a six foot
wall from a standstill? You will need to ask my foster Mom about that, it was quite impressive!! I love
ALL sorts of humans but the parrot is looking particularly tasty at the moment(LOL).
If you are willing to invest the time you will have a very impressive Boxer boy. Rikki is playful but does
not seem to know about toys. He is a couch sitter and loves to be where you are. It does not appear
that he was crated. But, he does go into his crate and sleeps thru the night there. He does sit & lay
down and give a paw. We'll see what else we can teach him while he is here.
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State: CT
Age: 2 years
Weight: 60 lbs
Sex: Male
Neut/UTD:Yes / Yes
Coat color: Fawn with Black Mask
Docked Tail: Yes
Cropped Ears: No
Children under 4: Unsure
Children over 4: Yes
Separation Anxiety: No
Other Dogs: Yes.
Cats: Unsure
Crate trained: Somewhat
House trained: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Leash trained: Some
Microchipped: No
Adoption Fee: $300
Age: 2 years
Weight: 60 lbs
Sex: Male
Neut/UTD:Yes / Yes
Coat color: Fawn with Black Mask
Docked Tail: Yes
Cropped Ears: No
Children under 4: Unsure
Children over 4: Yes
Separation Anxiety: No
Other Dogs: Yes.
Cats: Unsure
Crate trained: Somewhat
House trained: Yes
Obedience Trained: No
Leash trained: Some
Microchipped: No
Adoption Fee: $300
