For the Love of a Boxer Rescue & Sanctuary - Michigan

12/19/2025

So I know you are all waiting on the story behind the 3 whelping pens.

I'm for once, at a loss for my words on this one. Of course I'm busy with all the new moms (2 with pups, 1 just 'bred').

But the overall intake and interaction with these girls is overwhelming. I deal with terrified and neglected mamas from the puppy mills all the time. That's nothing new.

But these girls, are nothing like what I'm used to. My mill mamas are always scared but never growl or are scary.

These girls are very growly and not allowing me anywhere near them or their babies. So this is a hard intake for me. And I am taking things very slow and being very careful.

Please bear with me during this time, as I navigate this new situation and try to connect with these girls. They have not been socialized well with humans, obviously.

And they have not had an easy life, as they come from some pretty harrowing conditions, which I'll address in my upcoming post.

In the meantime, hang tight with me and send ALL THE GOOD THOUGHTS and PRAYERS for these girls you can spare............they need every bit of it!

12/18/2025

When you’re scared……..but you’re safe. 😍

Mama + 5 pups.

These pups are 9 days old.

12/17/2025

Omg. Omg. Omg.
Omg x 3
3(Omg)
Omg³

IYKYK

😱

12/16/2025

Hey Facebook, it's my turn to chat today so lemme tell you all about me!

My name is NIKITA and I was born to a breeder in Iowa. This breeder breeds European boxers and they had posted on their FB page they were keeping me for their breeding program. But, alas, they didn't.

Instead, they sold me to an Amish guy in Iowa who bred me 2 times. Each time I had HUGE litters of 10+ pups........but I produced no milk. And he let my babies die. No one fed them, so they all died. This makes the Rescue Lady sick to her stomach. She says she could have fed them for me, and they'd have lived. And I believe her....cause she loves all of us boxers so much!

Another thing the Rescue Lady thinks.........is my first breeder had this happen with me and then sold me cause I was a dud to the Amish guy!! But we don't know for sure. 🤔

Alas, when my 2nd litter with the Amish guy died cause I had no milk to feed them, he called the Rescue Lady to come get me. I wasn't of any use to any breeder, if I can't raise my own babies, yano?

So I was a failure at being a Mom. I was just a dog that no one wanted, I thought. But the Rescue Lady knew that wasn't true!

She sent a nice older lady to pick me up and we rode all the way to Wallace, MI where Dr. Brad got me all fixed up, and I never have to worry about that junk again!!!

Then back in May, a lady adopted me and took me home. But something happened and I decided that I hated her cat. Even though I think Morrie is the best thing ever, I didn't like her cat...........and I hurt him really badly. So back I came 6 months later, and the Rescue Lady was here waiting for me.

You see, once you adopt a boxer from this place, they stand behind every dog for the life of them! So even 6 months later, I was welcomed back with open arms! 😍

So now I'm waiting again. Waiting for a home and a family.

I am a very sweet girl. Honest. I don't jump. I don't bark. And I love all male dogs. I am kinda picky about my girlfriends though. I like some girls...........and don't really like others. I know you gals out there get me, right? 🤣

I do have a little anxiety in my kennel, so I can't have any blankets or I rip them up and try to eat them.

BUT..........the Rescue Lady has found out that I am an EXPERT KONG CLEANER and that I simply ADORE kong toys and get every last yummy speck of goodies out!

I do walk on leash, and a fence isn't required for me. But if you have underground fence, I can be trained on that too, cause I'm smart as a whip!

I like kids too. And all humans I guess, as long as you don't try to rough house with me. I'm a girly girl and no pushing or shoving me ok? Some guys think it's funny to push boxer dogs around, and I'm not into that kinda stuff, ya hear me mister? I'm a delicate princess and I like to be treated as such! 👑

There's a boy dog here that I really enjoy playing rough with........his name is Hank and he's GORGEOUS like me. So I do get lots of fun time outside and playing crazy & wild with Hank! But I don't have to be a crazy doggy either. I like to sleep and snuggle! I'm 4 years old yano, and starting to slow down! 😉

So all in all, I'd like a home with humans, maybe a brother boxer, probably no cats (the Rescue Lady made me say that) and lots of KONGS for me to clean out!

Does anyone know a place like that? Cause if ya do, send 'em my way please!

Thanks for listening, and btw, I'm in Wallace, Michigan currently with the Rescue Lady. And you can apply for me on the rescue's website at www.fortheloveofaboxer.org/adoption-app

- Nikita

12/16/2025

All these boxer's adoption fees HAVE BEEN PAID by a sponsor and therefore, will adopt for no adoption fee!

All other requirements will remain in effect.

Some require fences, some require companion dogs, etc.

You can apply online at www.fortheloveofaboxer.org/adoption-app

12/15/2025

12/14/2025

12/13/2025

Happy Saturday Facebook People!

I'm Tenny, and I'm a lovebug. I dunno what that is, but the Rescue Lady tells me that's what I am. 🤷‍♀️

So........this place is called Wallace, Michigan but I think it's really the North Pole.

Do you know how cold it is here today? The temperature is only supposed to get to 3°!!! And with the windchill, it's -12° right now..............so my little self is going to be honest here and just say..........I'm p**ping inside all weekend! 💩

Now, the reason I'm here, isn't just to be today's eye candy. 😂 Well that's not entirely true. I'm here to tempt you to help us out! Is it going to work?

The Rescue Lady has a request. With this super cold weather none of my friends get to run around outside and play, cause it's just too dangerous. So she's busy making up kongs, monster mouths and freezebones for them all.

But, she's low on supplies (treats & fillers!) and wanted me to ask you all to help her out. And I know this pic of me in my fleece shirt would make you all jump into action cause I'm just a tish passed ADORABLE right?????

She's got a bunch of yummy goodies on the Amazon Wish list........and some other low stock items too!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3OHS6MB5VN8RZ?ref_=wl_share

THANK YOU for helping me help my friends.........we are all love bugs, but I'm just the official Spokespup for today!

-- Tenny 🩷

12/11/2025

Good Morning Facebook, it's me, Aila!

The Rescue Lady wanted me to come on here and give you all an update!

So...........when I arrived I weighed 25.9 # and in the next two days I fell to 24.8 #.

Keep in mind I'm almost 1.5 years old! I have been sick with bloody diarrhea for a very long time, left untreated. 😭

But the night I came into rescue, that Rescue Lady put me on some meds, and I've been doing well ever since settling in!

I now weigh................. 37.7 #!!!!

And even better, 99% of the blood has disappeared from my p**p! My p**p is still nasty diarrhea-ish stuff that isn't pretty, but the Rescue Lady is overjoyed to clean it up and not see any blood! 🤔 I've never met anyone happy about p**p before! 🤣

So THANK YOU all for helping the Rescue Lady take care of me, and for Dr. Brad knowing exactly what I needed to start feeling better!

Happy Thursday Everyone! I have some yummy prescription food to go eat...........so cya all later!

12/10/2025

HANDSOME Hank is 11 years old today!

10.5 years of living on a puppy mill and almost starving to death simply because his breeder woudn't spend the money on a dental to fix his infected mouth/teeth................

And today he lives a life of luxury and LOVE with the best doggie parents and boxer sibs a boy could have..........

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HANDSOME!!!!