Adoption Information

 

 

Minnesota Boxer Rescue's Adoption Process:   

Minnesota Boxer Rescue uses a rigorous screening process for our potential adopters in order to find the very best possible match for both you and our foster dogs.  This is of supreme importance, as we want all adoptions to be lifetime commitments! 

Along with your completed application, we require that you provide both a Veterinarian reference, as well as two (2) non-related personal references.  References are a critical part of your application, and your application cannot be processed if reference information is incomplete or not provided.  


Click here to view our online Adoption Application

2.  Veterinarian and Personal Reference Check


Along with your completed application, we require that you provide both a Veterinarian reference, as well as two (2) non-related personal references.  We ask for both an email address and phone numbers for your references so that we can contact them directly.  Please notify your references that we will be contacting them - Veterinarians often have privacy practices in place, and they require your approval to release your information. References are a critical part of your application, and your application cannot be processed if reference information is incomplete or not provided.  


All pets in your home MUST be up to date on all vaccinations, receive heartworm preventive, and MUST be spayed/neutered.  

 

The purpose of the home visit is to inspect the surroundings in which a dog that is placed with you will live.  We seek to meet all household family members (both human and non-human) address any major concerns, and get to know you better.  (We are not at your home to pass judgment on your housekeeping skills!).  

Once your adoption application has been processed, a member of our team will reach out to schedule a home visit. Our home visit volunteer will meet with you, tour your home, meet your family and animals who will be interacting with your Boxer, and answer any questions you may have.  Home visits are generally brief and informal.  The details of your home visit will be communicated to the adoption team, and will become a part of your adoption application.  


4.  Adoption Fees

To provide for the necessary care of dogs coming into rescue with Minnesota Boxer Rescue, the following Adoption Fee schedule has been implemented.

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Click here for a printable version of our Adoption Fees (effective April 1, 2021)

Payment of Adoption Fees are non-refundable[1] and are required prior to, or at the time of an adopter taking custody of a dog; or when a foster determines they are adopting their current foster dog. 

Please note: WE DO NOT ACCEPT CASH.  Your Adoption Fee, including sales tax, must be paid via check, money order, or via Pay Pal.  

We will not negotiate Adoption Fees.

Your Adoption Fee is not a "sale" but a fee used to cover costs associated with intial health assessment and any routine medical treatment provided to the dog, as well as in addition to housing, transport, feeding, and other costs associated with keeping the Boxer safe, healthy, and happy while in our care. Funds not utilized for one dog are applied to the needs other dogs coming in to rescue. 

• Comprehensive physical veterinarian exam

• Rabies

• Distemper combo

• Bordatella

• Heartworm Test and preventative meds (first round)

• Fecal test and any necessary worming

• Microchip implant and registration

• Spay or neuter

• Any other treatment deemed necessary by approved rescue vet

Many dogs require routine medical treatment ranging from $100-$800 each. Some dogs require more serious care for heartworm treatment, dental disease, tumor removal, limb amputation, and knee and hip repair. These types of medical treatment can incur expenses from $1,000 to $5,000 with rare situations running up to $10,000.  

5. Finalizing the adoption

 
Your Boxer's foster home or one of our team members will review with you the following information, as well as provide you with copies of the following information/documents:

• Complete signed adoption agreement (Click To View Template Adoption Contract)

• Obedience contract (Click To View Template Obedience Contract)

• Spay/neuter contract (if applicable)

• Two-week shut down information

• All vet and shelter records

• About your new dog form

The full adoption fee must be paid, including all applicable MN Sales Tax, prior to taking custody of any dog. 


Please note: WE DO NOT ACCEPT CASH.

You must pay adoption fee, including tax, by Check, money order, or via PayPal.

 

Additional Information

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Adoption Coordinator at adopt@minnesotaboxerrescue.com

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