Adoption Process
APPLICATION
Thank you so much for considering NWBR when you are looking to welcome a boxer into your home. To start the process, please fill out our online adoption application. Answer each question thoroughly and honestly, and remember to include your physical home address rather than a P.O. Box.
Because our resources are limited, we kindly ask that you complete the application before inquiring about specific dogs. Once your application is submitted, it might take up to fourteen (14) days for one of our volunteers to reach out. If you’ve already applied and would like an update, we’d be happy to help—just send us an email.
We match each boxer to the environment that best fits their needs, rather than using a first-come, first-served system. While we understand you may have your heart set on a particular dog, it isn’t always possible to guarantee that match if other applicants are further along in the process or happen to be a better fit for that dog.
If you found one of our boxers on Petfinder, please note that you still need to complete our online application. We appreciate your patience as it can sometimes take several weeks to process each one. During that time, please let your veterinarian and references know we’ll be in touch, so they’re ready for our call.
We understand our online form can be a bit finicky—especially on mobile devices. Once your application has gone through, you’ll receive a confirmation email containing this information. If you don’t receive that message within 24 hours, please drop us a line at adoption@nwboxerrescue.org.
PHONE INTERVIEW
When we find a boxer who seems like a good match for you and your family, we’ll be in touch to chat about your situation, go over any questions, and confirm details with your veterinarian and personal references. If you decide not to move forward with adoption, please let us know immediately—we want to ensure our volunteers can devote their time to helping others. Also, please let your references know to expect our call, so everything can go as smoothly as possible.
MEET & GREET
Once your application has been approved, we’ll be happy to arrange a meet-and-greet. This is an important opportunity for everyone in your household—family members and pets included—to meet the dog in person and see if it’s a good match. We appreciate your understanding that you and your family will need to travel to the foster location, as we do not transport our dogs to potential adopters and cannot make exceptions to this policy. We want to ensure the comfort and well-being of the dog, and we are so grateful for your cooperation in helping us make that happen.
ADOPTION
If the meet-and-greet goes well and all agree, the adoption paperwork is finalized and your new family member goes home with you that day. Complete the application by clicking here.
