In The Beginning
We found Chancy on Craigslist in October 2008. He was approximately 2-3 years old when he was abandoned at a campground. He made his way to a nearby home where the people kept him several months trying to locate his owner... with no luck. He was pretty thin when he came to us and it broke my heart to see his rib bones, so I made short work of fattening him up. A few months later, at our next vet visit, our skinny boy was a whopping 88 pounds and we were introduced to the words "Doggy Diet". He didn't like it much and took it upon himself (on several occasions) to help himself to people food, but... after 9 months he was down to a beautiful 78 pounds. Unfortunately, he was as unsuccessful as the rest of us in the family at dieting and was back up to 84 at his next checkup. Over the next 8 years he would get up to 102 lbs. He did love treats.
He also loved massages and tummy rubs, losing balls under the couch, pulling covers off the bed, car rides, looking out windows, making nose art on the windows, walkies, soccer, bouncing golf balls, chasing squirrels, deer, kitties, critters and birds, napping, pooping to the point of "happy feet" begging for treats, OCD twirling, poking around in the garbage (when no one was looking), wrestling with his humans, getting tucked in with mama's robes and blankies each night, waking his family up in the morning, sleepovers with his boxer friend, Savannah and visits with grandma and grandpa. He was definitely one of the family.
He also loved massages and tummy rubs, losing balls under the couch, pulling covers off the bed, car rides, looking out windows, making nose art on the windows, walkies, soccer, bouncing golf balls, chasing squirrels, deer, kitties, critters and birds, napping, pooping to the point of "happy feet" begging for treats, OCD twirling, poking around in the garbage (when no one was looking), wrestling with his humans, getting tucked in with mama's robes and blankies each night, waking his family up in the morning, sleepovers with his boxer friend, Savannah and visits with grandma and grandpa. He was definitely one of the family.
Chancy's Pics from Foster Care and the Initial Letter from his Foster Mom
Oct. 13, 2008
Hi Teresa –
I used to be very involved in Boxer Rescue in the Rochester area. Several years ago I chose to become much less involved – but people still have my name and number so boxers still come my way occasionally. Chance was referred to me by my vet. He had been found as a stray back in April. The finders advertised him but no one came forward. They kept him until two weeks ago when they dropped him off at a groomer’s home who also is involved with rescue. He stayed there for one week before I got him and all his vetting was done. Yes – this poor guy has been thru a lot recently!
The vet has estimated him at 2-3 years old. He is not a hyper boy by any means but he does like a good run in our fenced yard. He is great on leash and doesn’t pull under normal circumstances. Like most boxers, he loves riding in the car and being with his people. He has attached himself to my Husband and I just since Friday.
I was told that he is housebroken, crate trained and good with all. He accompanied me on many errands this weekend and met lots of people. He likes everyone and is always happy to make a new friend. I was told by the groomer that he did a little bit of barking the first few days when crated at her place but then stopped. She said the former owners did not have any issues with him barking. BUT – I was told he did bark at the vet’s office while awaiting surgery and he has done some barking since being with me. That is not unusual for a dog who has bounced around so much in such a short period of time. He does quiet down after a bit. I think that once he gets comfortable in a new home and learns the routine – this won’t be an issue. But it will be something that will have to be worked thru. We do crate him when we are not home but he has not been destructive at all when given the run of the house. I always recommend crating a new dog in the beginning just as a safety precaution. He sleeps on a dog bed next to our bed but would LOVE to sleep on our bed J We have 4 dogs of our own – so there just isn’t enough room!
His vet bill was $250 plus change so that is what his adoption fee will be. He has been COMPLETELY vetted so will need nothing until next year.
I would be happy to answer any other questions you have and would love to hear more about your home and schedule. I can be reached by phone at xxx-xxxx
Thanks,
Anita
Hi Teresa –
I used to be very involved in Boxer Rescue in the Rochester area. Several years ago I chose to become much less involved – but people still have my name and number so boxers still come my way occasionally. Chance was referred to me by my vet. He had been found as a stray back in April. The finders advertised him but no one came forward. They kept him until two weeks ago when they dropped him off at a groomer’s home who also is involved with rescue. He stayed there for one week before I got him and all his vetting was done. Yes – this poor guy has been thru a lot recently!
The vet has estimated him at 2-3 years old. He is not a hyper boy by any means but he does like a good run in our fenced yard. He is great on leash and doesn’t pull under normal circumstances. Like most boxers, he loves riding in the car and being with his people. He has attached himself to my Husband and I just since Friday.
I was told that he is housebroken, crate trained and good with all. He accompanied me on many errands this weekend and met lots of people. He likes everyone and is always happy to make a new friend. I was told by the groomer that he did a little bit of barking the first few days when crated at her place but then stopped. She said the former owners did not have any issues with him barking. BUT – I was told he did bark at the vet’s office while awaiting surgery and he has done some barking since being with me. That is not unusual for a dog who has bounced around so much in such a short period of time. He does quiet down after a bit. I think that once he gets comfortable in a new home and learns the routine – this won’t be an issue. But it will be something that will have to be worked thru. We do crate him when we are not home but he has not been destructive at all when given the run of the house. I always recommend crating a new dog in the beginning just as a safety precaution. He sleeps on a dog bed next to our bed but would LOVE to sleep on our bed J We have 4 dogs of our own – so there just isn’t enough room!
His vet bill was $250 plus change so that is what his adoption fee will be. He has been COMPLETELY vetted so will need nothing until next year.
I would be happy to answer any other questions you have and would love to hear more about your home and schedule. I can be reached by phone at xxx-xxxx
Thanks,
Anita
Chancy's First Days in Our Home