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Brutus - Boxer (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Boxer Dogs For Adoption in Burnsville, MN, USA

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Nickname
Brutus
Breed
Boxer
Gender
Male
Age
Senior
Location
Burnsville, MN, 55337, USA

Description

Boxer Dogs For Adoption in Burnsville, MN, USA

Dog Breed: Boxer (short coat). Adoption Fee: $160.31 includes all applicable MN taxes. This beautiful senior was abandoned by his owner but he is one lucky boy in that he was taken to the right place

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at the right time where someone with rescue contacts met him, heard his story, and posted out for rescue help for him. One of our adopters saw the post and reached out to connect everyone and with HUGE thanks to foster and driving help offers, within about 24 hours, Brutus was in his foster home. 5/25 UPDATE: Brutus received all of his needed routine vetting. His blood work looked great but his thyroid level was a little low so he has started on medication for that. He has also started on medication for arthritis in his hips and back legs. He is the cutest and sweetest boy who loves everyone and makes friends everywhere he goes. And yesterday he went to his Minnesota foster family! 6/24 UPDATE FROM BRUTUS' FOSTER MOM: I want to take a few minutes and tell you what we have learned about Brutus since he has been with us as a foster pooch. He's 12 yrs old - 1st we know that 12 is a good old age for any boxer. What does a person expect from a pooch that old? Well, Brutus continues to surprise us. He is a healthy pooch. He takes Rimadyl daily for old age aches, which are only noticeable when he goes to lay down. He also takes thyroid medicine because his level was slightly low, but he did not act like a dog with low thyroid. He bounds up and down the stairs and launches himself on the bed. He loves going on walks and meeting all kinds of people, all shapes and sizes, adults, teens and littles. He's a gentle soul with all. He loves a good butt scratch. He is picky about where he does his business, the taller the grass or brush the better. He is often looking back to make sure you are still with him. He's not a big sniffer, but if he catches a scent, he is on it and wants to follow it. He does not react to other dogs, cats or bunnies. A loud, unexpected noise, inside the house or outside will startle him. Reassurance from his people is all he needs. He loves his people. He wants to be by them or know where they are. When he wants attention he will nudge your hand or simply place his head on your knee. It's adorable. He is housetrained, but does not use a kennel. He doesn't play with toys or chew on anything. He thinks our small backyard, no grass, is ok. He's not a sun worshipper. He seems to enjoy sitting out front more because there are people passing by and more things to watch. We don't feel like he would leave the yard for any reason, but he is always leashed since there is no fence out front. He is spunky - when you come back from the garage or store he is so happy to see you! Wiggles, kidney bean, butt in the air, front down, boxer paws boxing, heart spilling, love explosion everywhere Brutus is a wonderful dog! He would be an amazing addition to any family or be exactly what a person may need in having a companion in their home.

Physical Attributes

Coat Length
Short

Behavioral Characteristics

OK with Dogs
Yes
OK with Cats
Yes
Activity Level
Moderately Active
Other
Housetrained

Additional Information

Was the Dog Found
No
Up-to-date on Vaccinations
Yes

Rescue Information

Organization name
Across America Boxer Rescue
Location
Burnsville, Minnesota, 55337
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Ad Statistics

Ad ID
ADN-1484897
Date Listed
07/02/2025
Date Expires
09/30/2025

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