Central KY Boxer Rescue

08/16/2023

Are you looking for a specific type or breed of pet? Did you know 25% of animals entering shelters are purebred?! You can choose adoption as the best option and still get the type of pet you want. 🐾

Let us play matchmaker! ❤ Every year, hundreds of animals and adopters are matched through our First Contact Service.

Here's how it works 📝
When LHS receives an animal, the First Contact database is checked to see if we have registrants waiting to meet that particular type of animal. If there are any matches, the animal is "reserved" for First Contact registrants to consider! Animals reserved for First Contact are not listed on our website for the general public to view.

Sign up today: https://lexingtonhumanesociety.org/first-contact-service

Some of the popular breeds already adopted this year through our First Contact Service include Shih Tzu, Golden Retriever, Corgi, Dachshund, Cockapoo, German Shepherd, Labradoodle, Sharpei, Pug, and Dalmatian. 🐾

But it's not just dogs! We receive many different types of animals every year - some interesting pets we've adopted through First Contact last year include a chinchilla, Vietnamese Potbelly pigs, geckos, and a cockatiel.

Sign up for our First Contact Service today and let us save you the hassle of searching - we're here to help you find the perfect pet!

06/22/2022

*ADOPTED* June 22, 2022
Name: Miss Doodlebug 2022 Age: 9 months, Weight: 60 pounds, Adoption Fee is: $400

Adoption Fee Includes:
Comprehensive wellness exam, spaying, Petlink Micro-chipping, initial vaccinations: Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, Rabies, Heartworm test, Heartworm and flea preventative in foster care, general de-worming, freshly groomed, martingale collar, pet rescue tag, PLUS a wonderful new lifelong friend!

*You may question our adoption fee, please feel free to contact your local vet and request a quote for all of the above for a 60-70 pound canine. Vet care is expensive...and ongoing. We expect the best of care for our dogs both while they are in rescue and after adoption.*

Our sweet Miss Doodlebug is housebroken, trained to a doggie dog, crated trained and knows a few basic commands. She is used to being with her human 24/7…so we are looking for a similar family for her now. She is crate trained…and we recommend crating her when you are away from home…we hope to find a family where she doesn’t need to be crated often. She will bark in her crate…so shared walls (apartments) will not be a good fit for her. She has passed dog, cat and kid testing, but as with ALL puppies, ongoing obedience training is highly recommended. This is a SUPER girl... email [email protected] to receive an adoption application today!

06/17/2022

PSA: PLEASE check before your walks!

06/09/2022

Friendly reminder! Please do NOT wait till the last minute, you and your pup will be miserable!🐾♥️🐾

02/12/2020

ADOPTED
(No new applications will be accepted)

Bonded females available for adoption at Lexington (KY) Humane Society. Please contact LHS directly, we have no additional information or details.

06/29/2018

Please do your part to protect your fur kids and share the word to help protect others!

03/31/2018

****ADOPTED****

Name: Emmie Lou, Boxer (hearing white female)
Age: 5.5 months, Weight: 41 pounds, Adoption Fee is: $350

Adoption Fee Includes:
Comprehensive wellness exam, spay, Home Again Micro-chipping, initial vaccinations: Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, Bordetella, Rabies and Heartworm test, Sentinel Spectrum preventative in foster care, general de-worming, collar, pet rescue tag, sample of grain free dry dog food...PLUS a wonderful new lifelong friend!

Our sweet Emmie is currently working on housebreaking, crated training and a few basic commands...she is coming along nicely with all and eager to please. Emmie is good with other dogs but still jumps up, so toddlers may not be a great fit. We are looking for the right home for our sweet Emmie Lou. Since Emmie is a female puppy, we will not place her in a home with other female dogs…it will work great for a while, however as females age and mature we often see personalities start to clash with older females in the same home. To save everyone the heartache of having to rehome and uproot an adult, we use this placement rule for our organization. Please email [email protected] to receive an adoption application today!

02/27/2018

***ADOPTED***

Name: Finn, Aussie Doodle, Age: 5 years, Weight: 65 pounds, Adoption Fee is: $450

Adoption Fee Includes:
Comprehensive wellness exam, spaying/neutering, Home Again Micro-chipping, initial vaccinations: Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, Bordetella, Rabies and Canine Influenza (initial and booster), Heartworm test, Advantage Multi preventative in foster care, general de-worming, freshly groomed, Premier martingale collar, pet rescue tag, sample of grain free dry dog food...PLUS a wonderful new lifelong friend!

*You may question our adoption fee, please feel free to contact your local vet and request a quote for all of the above for a 60-70 pound canine. Vet care is expensive...and ongoing. We expect the best of care for our dogs both while they are in rescue and after adoption.*

Our sweet Finn is housebroken, crated trained and knows a few basic commands. Finn was used to being with his human 24/7…so we are looking for a similar family for him now. He is crate trained…and we recommend crating him when you are away from home…we hope to find a family where he doesn’t need to be crated often. He will bark in his crate…so shared walls (apartments) will not be a good fit for him. Finn has poor dog communication and would be best suited as an only full time dog, but having dog visitors, walking, hiking, going to the vet, etc. are all going to be easy as he is not dog aggressive. Finn has passed cat testing and kid testing. This is a SUPER boy... email [email protected] to receive an adoption application today!

02/20/2018

***ADOPTED***

Name: Ace, Black Lab/Beagle, Age: 3 years, Adoption Fee is: $175

Adoption Fee Includes:
Comprehensive wellness exam, spaying/neutering, Home Again Micro-chipping, initial vaccinations (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, Bordetella and Rabies), Heartworm test, Sentinel Spectrum preventative in foster care, general de-worming, Premier martingale collar, pet rescue tag, sample of grain free dry dog food...PLUS a wonderful new lifelong friend!

*You may question our adoption fee, please feel free to contact your local vet and request a quote for all of the above for a 45 pound canine. Vet care is expensive...and ongoing. We expect the best of care for our dogs both while they are in rescue and after adoption.*

Mister Ace is housebroken, crated trained and knows a few basic commands, he is food motivated and easy to train. Ace is a little wary of new people he meets, however with proper introduction and some time he is a total love bug and snuggle hound. Ace has his Mom’s (Beagle) bark and watch dog skills. Ace is the type of dog to snuggle on the couch with you and share your popcorn…he is also an excellent bed dog, he snuggles into a ball and is out for the night. Ace gets along with most other dogs and cats, he is a sweet natured boy with lots of love to give his new family. This is a GREAT young boy... email [email protected] to receive an adoption application today!

02/19/2018

***ADOPTED***

Name: Teddy, Australian Shepherd, Age: 18-24 months, Adoption Fee is: $275

Adoption Fee Includes:
Comprehensive wellness exam, spaying/neutering, Home Again Micro-chipping, initial vaccinations (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, Bordetella and Rabies), Heartworm test, Sentinel Spectrum preventative in foster care, general de-worming, Premier martingale collar, pet rescue tag, sample of grain free dry dog food...PLUS a wonderful new lifelong friend!

*You may question our adoption fee, please feel free to contact your local vet clinic and request a quote for all of the above for a 50-60 pound canine. Vet care is expensive...and ongoing. We expect the best of care for our dogs both while they are in rescue and after adoption.*

Mister Teddy is housebroken, crated trained and knows a few basic commands. Teddy is friendly with people of all ages, but can be a little too much for little children. Teddy is currently being fostered by a family with two dog savvy children and doing great. Teddy gets along with other dogs and cats, he is a sweet natured boy with lots of love to give his new family. This is a GREAT young boy... email [email protected] to receive an adoption application today!

02/18/2018

2018 Kennedy's Biscuits Rescue Challenge

Please vote for Central Kentucky Boxer Rescue and share with your friends and family...this is an easy way to make a huge difference for our furry kiddos!

Welcome to the 2018 Kennedy's Biscuits Rescue Challenge! We thank you in advance for your donation. The budgets for rescues and non-profits are commonly very s

11/01/2017

***ADOPTION FINAL, NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS***
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Maggie Rose - English Bulldog
Status: Available for adoption
Age: 2
Gender: Spayed Female
Location: Frankfort, Kentucky
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Reason given up for adoption: Needs to be an only dog
Temperament: very sweet, well mannered
Health Condition: Good
Placement Limitations: 4 hour radius of Lexington, Kentucky, No children under the age of 10, No adopters under the age of 25
Special Needs: No
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Comments:
Maggie Rose is a two to three year old, well-mannered Bullie who was pulled from an animal shelter. Maggie would be best suited as an only dog in the home. Maggie is not dog aggressive…just dominate with housemates; without proper supervision that would land her in trouble with other dogs. She is great with people and is content to lay on the couch all day. She is such a great dog-- spayed, house broken, crate trained and knows a few basic commands. She wants to play with or be petted by everyone. Maggie Rose is a sweet girl who just wants a family all her own. She is up to date on all shots and has no ongoing health issues other than Distichia (please Google) that will need to be watched and a slight limp if she is taken on long walks (we have started her on joint supplement and will require continuance). Maggie of course will need routine Bulldog care, so we prefer previous Bulldog experience. Bullies are not a cheap to own breed…ongoing maintenance and care can be costly. Email [email protected] for an adoption application.

10/25/2017

This wonderful white (hearing) male (with a natural tail) Boxer is available for adoption in West Virginia. Boss is a handsome 3.5 year old male who loves car rides, selfies, and cuddles ISO family who loves the same. Bonus if family has other dogs, kids or cats. If you are looking to complete your family with a lovable goof ball who is housebroken and crate trained Boss is the boy for you!

CKBR will help with a home visit if a KY family is interested in his adoption.

Please go directly to their website to fill out an application. (www.mountaineerboxerrescue.com)

Once approved MBR will contact us and coordinate the home visit. Boss is a sweet, beautiful boy let's find him a home here in the Bluegrass!

09/19/2017

CKBR is STILL in need of a foster home for an active duty military member. Could be 2-3 months, hopefully not that long, but family is trying to secure housing overseas. Boxer male, 7yrs old, good with children and other dogs, cats are an unknown. Food and crate can be provided. Must be an approved CKBR foster home, of you are new to CKBR and would like to fill out an application please email [email protected] a home visit and vet check WILL be completed.

07/31/2017

I found Bucky on Petfinder

Bucky, 8yr old fawn male available for adoption. Contact Tamara ( [email protected] ) with Homeward Bound Dog Rescue of NY. You may remember seeing Bucky here on our page back in April 2017. HBDRofNY pulled Bucky from Clark County Humane Society and he is still in need of his forever home. **NO big dogs or cats in new family.** Let's help this sweet senior finds his perfect placement!

Meet Bucky, an adoptable Boxer looking for a forever home. If you’re looking for a new pet to adopt or want information on how to get involved with adoptable pets, Petfinder.com is a great resource.

07/12/2017

CALLING ALL Central KY Boxer Rescue friends and family! Please take just a moment to GO DIRECTLY to Impact Dog Crates page and mention Central KY Boxer Rescue in the comments section for this give away. (Click on the picture below to take you to their post. If you comment below on our page it does not count) It would be a HUGE blessing for CKBR to be able to transport and secure our rescues safely. It will just take a moment, think of it as a donation that doesn’t cost you a thing! Paws crossed! Thank you!

06/12/2017

A couple new faces are coming to CKBR. Please email [email protected] for a copy of our adoption application. More information will be shared with everyone once they are received and medical care has been completed. Approved applications will be considered first. Hopefully these sweet kids will not have to wait long...

06/11/2017

Kentucky.com

We here at CKBR can certainly relate... run free Charli Brown... you lived and loved well...

If you've ever known a dog's love, this one will hit home.

05/16/2017

Name: Lucy
Age: 16 months
Lucy's Adoption Fee is: $275.00

Adoption Fee Includes:...
Comprehensive wellness exam, spay, Home Again Micro-chipping (New owner MUST register, $10.99), the following vaccinations (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, Bordetella and Rabies), Heartworm test, Sentinel (heartworm preventative) in foster care, general de-worming, Premier martingale collar, pet rescue tag, small bag of grain free dry dog food...PLUS a wonderful new lifelong friend!

Lucy is a beautiful, wonderful purebred Beagle. Lucy needs a securely fenced yard for safe play and potty area. Lucy is housebroken and crate trained, but with a puppy a move to a new location could cause setbacks… patience is always required with a new pet. Lucy is a housed dog, in fact she prefers to sleep in the bed with you. Please do not apply if you are interested in keeping her as an outside pet. Lucy is vocal, Beagles bay. This trait could cause problems for people who share walls with others, i.e., townhouse and apartment dwellers. If you are wondering, can I let my Beagle run free off of his/her leash? *NO* You should not get a Beagle if you are wanting a dog to run alongside you when you jog, or to run anywhere off-leash. Beagles are scent-hounds, and will follow a scent until they find the animal, food, or whatever they are "tracking". When beagles are outside, they must always be either on a leash or in a securely fenced area. If they are loose, they will run away. And 95% of the time, they WILL NOT come when called (unless you have a big slice of cheese pizza with you). While they are busy tracking whatever scent gets their interest, they WILL NOT pay any attention to cars. We want Lucy to grow old and gray with you…it will be your job to keep her safe and happy.

Please email [email protected] and request an adoption application if interested in meeting our sweet girl.

04/29/2017

This wonderful white (hearing) male (with a natural tail) Boxer is available for adoption in West Virginia. CKBR will help with a home visit if a KY family is interested in his adoption. Please go to their website to fill out an application. Once approved MBR will contact us and coordinate the home visit. Boss is a sweet, beautiful boy let's find him a home here in the Bluegrass!

**Adopted**

Handsome 3y/o male who loves car rides, selfies, and cuddles ISO family who loves the same. Bonus if family has other dogs, kids or cats. If you are looking to complete your family with a lovable goof ball who is housebroken , crate trained and has a natural tail, Boss is the boy for you! Adoption fee is $250.00
Applications can be completed at
www.mountaineerboxerrescue.com
All dogs are altered, microchipped, UTD on vaccinations and on HW prevention prior to adoption.

04/14/2017

CKBR lost an alumni tonight... our hearts are heavy but he had a wonderful long life with the best family and for that we will be forever thankful. Till we see you again big guy...

04/11/2017

Shelter Alert! This older male is available for adoption at Clark County Animal Shelter in Wi******er Kentucky. Please contact the shelter directly, he is not with CKBR. Shelter staff reports he did well with the other dogs he was introduced to. Laid back and mello. Shelter information is listed on his picture.

03/30/2017

Shelter Alert! This young female is available for adoption at Nelson County Humane Society in Bardstown Kentucky. Please contact the shelter directly. She has a high prey drive for chickens, cats, etc...that is what landed her at the shelter. Shelter staff reports she did well with the other larger dog she was introduced to. Shelter information is listed on her picture.

09/13/2016

In memory of Brandy Lee Bernard
March 7, 1978 - September 12, 2016

08/29/2016

Name: Nokie the Bichon
Age: 5 years

Adoption Donation Includes:
Wellness exam, Spaying/neutering, Micro-chipping, Initial vaccinations, Rabies vaccination, Heartworm testing, Heartworm preventative in foster care, General worming, Pet rescue tag, PLUS a wonderful new lifelong friend!

Nokie's Adoption Donation is: $275.00

Hi, Nokie here! I am a sweet Bichon boy that found himself with Boxer Rescue. While I LOVE my foster people, I don't always trust other dogs...so dominant or pushy personalities would not be best. I currently live with a couple Boxers that I basically ignore. I am super focused on the humans...I am a lap dog at heart.

My foster home is located in Frankfort, Kentucky and they said I could be adopted to a home within a 2 hour radius of here... if in doubt, Google 40601 zip code to see how close you are to me. If you are close and think I sound like the right addition to your family...email [email protected] for an adoption application.

P.S. My foster mom promised better pictures are coming as soon as my groom is completed... so check back soon!

Please share my post!

07/22/2016

CKBR is passing the word along about this handsome guy...he is NOT with CKBR...so please read for all contact details.

Brutus is an 18 month old Boxer/American Bulldog mix weighing in at 85 lbs. He's neutered, HW negative, up to date on all vaccines and preventatives, house trained, crate trained and microchipped. Adoption fee is $175. One Dog at a Time Rescue is located in Warsaw, Indiana. Get your adoption application @
www.odtr.org Please share far and wide!

07/07/2016

Name: Hank
Age: 2.5 years
Adoption Donation Includes:
Wellness exam, Spaying/neutering, Micro-chipping, Initial vaccinations, Rabies vaccination, Heartworm testing, Heartworm preventative in foster care, General worming, Pet rescue tag, PLUS a wonderful new lifelong friend!

Hank's Adoption Fee/Donation is: $350.00

Hi, Hank here! I am a young Boston boy that found himself with Boxer Rescue (I kinda look like a tiny Boxer, right?!) While I LOVE my foster people, I am fearful of some men I meet, so slow introductions are best and a family that is willing to help me feel safe. I don't always trust other dogs...so dominant or pushy personalities would not be best. I currently live with four other Boxers that I love to play with, so it is just about finding the proper balance. I would also prefer a home without tiny humans (they don't always give us little dogs proper space when we need it) bigger kids are good (they hand off food, yum!).

My foster home is located in Frankfort, Kentucky and they said I could be adopted to a home within a 2 hour radius of here... if in doubt, Google 40601 zip code to see how close you are to me. If you are close and think I sound like the right addition to your family...email [email protected] for an adoption application.

P.S. My foster mom promised better pictures are coming... so check back soon.

Please share my post!

05/16/2016

Stella
Fawn female, 11 months old
ADOPTION FEE: $200.00
(rescue donation received in honor of Stella, reduced adoption fee as a result. Thank you CKBR supporters!)

Adoption Fee Includes:
Comprehensive wellness exam, spaying/neutering, Home Again Micro-chipping (New owner MUST register, $10.99), Vaccinations (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, Bordetella and Rabies), Heartworm test, Sentinel preventative in foster care, general de-worming, Premier martingale collar, pet rescue tag, grain free dry dog food...PLUS a wonderful new lifelong friend!

Stella is a sweet, smart, BIG (90 #) girl that is looking for a new family and place to call home. She is housebroken, crate trained and is working on basic obedience. Stella is still a puppy, and as such still has an accident from time to time...we also recommend an obedience class with Stella to help her grow into the wonderful girl she has the potential to be. Stella is a big girl and pulls on a leash, so she will continue to need some training for this. Stella is high energy, so we will be looking for a placement where she can stretch her legs safely. We will not be placing her with small dogs, cats or small children…when excited she tends to forget her size. If you are interested in our boxer girl... please contact [email protected] for an adoption application.

05/04/2016

Tickets will be sold May 3- May10, with the drawing on the afternoon of the 10th. The winner will be posted here on our page. Payments will be accepted until 12 noon on May 10th. (PayPal address: [email protected] ) The more tickets sold...the bigger the payout! Thank you for supporting CKBR!

04/18/2016

Liberty
White, hearing female, 11 months old
ADOPTION FEE: $300.00

Adoption Fee Includes:
Comprehensive wellness exam, spaying/neutering, Home Again Micro-chipping (New owner MUST register, $10.99), Vaccinations (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, Bordetella and Rabies), Heartworm test, Sentinel preventative in foster care, general de-worming, Premier martingale collar, pet rescue tag, grain free dry dog food...PLUS a wonderful new lifelong friend!

Liberty is a very sweet, very timid girl that is looking for a new family. She is crate trained and is working on housebreaking, house manners and trust building. Liberty was raised outside, but CKBR moved her inside and she adjusting slowly by surely. We will NOT accept placing Liberty as an outside only dog. She was not exposed to many things as a puppy, so everything is new and a little scary. We are looking for a family that is willing to be patient and slow with her. Liberty is excellent with the other dogs and sweet as can be with humans.

If you are interested in our boxer girl... please contact [email protected] for an adoption application.