Gibson
Meet Gibson, a sweet, relaxed Boxer who loves to just hang out with his people, whether that’s snuggling next to you on the couch or following you from room to room! His foster mom says he loves to give lots of Boxer kisses, too.
Gibson came to Atlanta Boxer Rescue under some heartbreaking circumstances. This sweet boy was actually shot in the leg. It’s scary to think of how that could have happened... and his previous owner couldn’t afford the cost of the extensive veterinary care Gibson would need, so he was dropped off at animal control. Sadly, the best animal control could do for him was providing antibiotics to prevent infection. He didn’t receive any painkillers or other treatment.
Fortunately for Gibson, after he’d spent a week in the shelter, ABR came to the rescue! Gibson’s injured leg was in pretty bad shape; the gun shot had shattered his elbow. He could put weight on it if he had to, but he was limping and clearly in pain. No one wanted to see Gibson lose his leg, but after consulting two surgeons, it was determined that amputation was the only option. The folks at Paces Ferry Animal Clinic performed the surgery two weeks ago, and now Gibson is on the road to recovery.
Most dogs who lose a leg to injury or illness bounce back quickly, and learn to get around on three legs just as well as on four. In fact, some vets joke that dogs are born with three legs and a spare! Gibson is now learning to balance on his three legs, adapting to a new way of walking, running, climbing onto the couch, and of course doing the famous Boxer wiggle (and his foster mom says he loves to wiggle as hard as he can!). He still has the staples in from his surgery, but once those are removed, he’ll be ready to meet his forever family.
Gibson has endured a great deal of pain during his life so far... and now he has a second chance! But paying for such an expensive veterinary procedure is a special challenge for the finances of a nonprofit rescue organization like ABR. Please consider donating to help defray the costs of Gibson’s surgery! In doing so, you are helping to ensure that ABR can continue rescuing Boxers like Gibson.
Dog Days
Now that the year is coming to an end and the holidays are approaching, it is time to order your 2010 boxer calendar! This too-cute-for-words calendar features 12 of our most memorable boxers with stories and photos by our amazing volunteers. You can pre-order your calendar on our website for $15 and pick it up on December 6th at our Photos With Santa event. If you wish to have your calendar shipped to your house or to a loved one (perhaps for a holiday gift) you must choose shipping instead of pickup under shipping options. Either way, order quickly because supplies are limited and we’re sure these puppies will be selling out fast!
Tales of Christmas
What is cuter and more symbolic of Christmas than a photo with Santa? Atlanta Boxer Rescue is excited to announce our annual Photos With Santa event. While we are partial to boxers, we welcome all breeds of dogs, cats (if you dare) and children. We can guarantee there won’t be a dull moment! While waiting for your pooch’s turn on Santa’s lap, you can enjoy holiday treats and music as well as pick up your 2010 Boxer Calendar. If your pup has been especially good, you can jingle next door to Pet Supplies Plus to get goodies and supplies.
Everything happens December 6th from 12pm-4pm at Pet Supplies Plus in Marietta:
2960 Shallowford Rd
Marietta, GA 30066
Phone: 770-973-3551
Santa will be around long enough to take 48 pictures and then he'll be off to his next destination, so reserve a time slot here.
As always, thanks for your interest in Atlanta Boxer Rescue.
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