Disabled boxer in desperate need of a foster home

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Coastal Boxer Rescue

 Disabled boxer in desperate need of a foster home

February 20, 2014

An incredibly sweet, specially-abled dog named "Rocky," is in desperate need of help.

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The two-year-old boxer was seized by Miami Dade County Animal Services last week - while in the care of his former owners, his back was broken and left to heal on its own.

The break, and the lack of veterinary care, left Rocky completely paralyzed, and without feeling, in his rear legs.

The Florida rescue organization, Coastal Boxer Rescue, is desperately searching for someone who can help Rocky. The rescue agency shared the specifics about Rocky's special needs:

We aren’t going to sugar coat this. This will require very dedicated caregivers. Rocky will need 24/7 care from loving owners. Yes, additional therapy may result in a better quality of life. But the reality is he will need special owners who are dedicated to him the remainder of his days.

The paralysis has left Rocky with no feeling in his rear legs and he is unable to urinate on his own. This hurdle can be overcome by someone who is willing to express his bladder several times each day. Rocky can eliminate waste, but is unable to move away from his "mess."
Coastal Boxer Rescue realizes that their request for Rocky is large, but they know that he is worth it.
The rescue agency shared:

As far as his soul…Rocky is one of the sweetest dogs and doesn’t let any of this slow him down. He wants to badly play with the other dogs at our vets and just eats up any attention given to him. He deserved none of what has happened to him in his short life. Rocky has a super silly personality and just appears overjoyed the whole time you are working with him.

Rocky's special needs are not conducive to boarding - he needs a special person who is willing to devote their time to make his life bearable.

Can you help?

Inquiries and offers to assist can be directed to: info@coastalboxer.org, gemma@eaugallievet.com or call 321-259-8492.

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