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Rejection Collection Boxer Rescue is a non-profit, 100% volunteer run rescue organization serving the needs of senior boxers and providing special care for medical/behavioral cases. Rejection Collection Boxer Rescue is a 501(c)3 charity, registered with the Internal Revenue Service. Our EIN is 83-4480032. All donations are tax-free in accordance with IRS regulations. MISSION STATEMENTRejection Collection Boxer Rescue (RCBR) is a non-profit, all volunteer, foster-based organization dedicated to providing loving homes for Boxer dogs – especially seniors, medically challenged, and those needing to start over again in an unfamiliar world.
We offer quality care for whatever time is left; it is not about the quantity of days, but rather the amount of love that can be shared during those days.
OUR PHILOSOPHYRejection Collection Boxer Rescue (RCBR) believe all dogs deserve loving, responsible, committed homes. These homes may be adoptive homes, foster homes, or comfort care/hospice homes depending on the needs of the dog.
We take considerable care in finding good matches between human and dog. We will educate the families about the responsibilities and costs of bringing a rescued dog into their home and lives.
Boxers in our care are spayed or neutered, receive appropriate veterinary care, vaccinations, and treatment for pre-existing conditions. Dogs in the greatest need take priority to the extent our finances allow. In some cases, the need may be for comfort care with minimal medical interference.
We are determined to keep administrative expenses in check so that virtually every dollar taken in goes directly to the care of the dogs. Our organization remains committed to the welfare of the dog beyond the adoption process. Education and support will be offered to all foster, adoptive, and comfort care homes. If possible, a special scholarship program for Boxer dogs currently in loving and caring families will be utilized so the family is not forced to surrender their four-legged family member to a rescue.
RCBR recognizes that adoption alone is not the solution for overpopulation of pets. The rescue plans to work with other shelters, rescues, vet clinics, and state agencies regarding spay and neuter programs to prevent unwanted pregnancies.
Finally, we strive to work with area shelters and other rescue and humane organizations to develop a network of supporters and volunteers in order to create a better world for homeless pets. EUTHANASIA POLICY
Euthanasia is not an option we take lightly and it will be done only when it we have determined that is the only humane option for the animal. Because we focus our rescue efforts on older dogs and dogs with substantial medical needs, there will be instances where euthanasia is the best or only humane option for an animal in our care. Each animal is evaluated as an individual and assessed under the circumstances as a whole. Euthanasia is only considered after an appropriate investigation of other viable and reasonable options. The following outlines the circumstances in which we consider euthanasia for an animal in our care, how that decision is made, and how it will be carried out. RCBR considers the Five Freedoms in evaluating for euthanasia circumstances. Once an animal’s quality of life has deteriorated to the point where freedom from discomfort and pain (physical and mental) is no longer possible, euthanasia becomes the humane option. These Five Freedoms are globally recognized as the gold standard in animal welfare, encompassing both the mental and physical well-being of animals. They include: Freedom from hunger and thirst - The dog has appetite and can eat and drink when offered food and water (may have some assistance such as hand feeding soft food, chair for megaesophagus, etc.) Freedom from discomfort - any pain that is reasonably managed; the dog’s condition or the care needed for the condition doesn’t increase discomfort (for example, immobility doesn’t result in sores or additional pain; administration of needed medication doesn’t make the dog feel sicker, etc.) Freedom from pain, injury, disease - any conditions are reasonably managed; disease is not escalating at a pace that makes management of pain inconsistent or a “guessing game” so that the dog swings in and out of uncontrolled pain. Freedom to express normal and natural behavior - The dog can engage in activities, possibly with some assistance (i.e. supporting back legs to walk, wheelchair, reasonable aid to engage in bathroom activities, chair for megaesophagus, etc.). Dangerous and aggressive behavior that prevents a dog from engaging in social contact with people or any other animals limits this freedom, as well. Freedom from fear and distress - by ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid mental suffering. The mental health of an animal is just as important as its physical health — as psychological stress can quickly transition into physical illness. If mitigation efforts for a dog’s current condition (medication administration, vet trips, procedures, etc.) disproportionately increase fear and distress, then this freedom is compromised. |
