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He, his momma and his littermates were rescued from Seminole County Animal Control where they were born many years ago.  Talk about some bad luck turned into good luck. First his mommy was a stray and then his new owner lost him and moved away without giving us any information on how to find new parents. So we named him Johnson and we are looking for a new home for him, this time a forever home!  He is sweet ,big strong guy, with still a lot of happy times to come for him. Will they be with you?  

Foster Update 6/2/14:
We discovered that Johnson knows "down" (lay down) as well. That takes his command knowledge to: sit, stay, shake, no, and down. He has "drop it" pretty good too. He mostly just brings the toy and drops it without me having to say anything. He listens really well & really just wants to make you happy. He does pull on a leash if he has a regular collar on. We're working on that. He'd be a great dog to go running with as he's a fast walker and likes to move. He also would LOVE to sleep with you. I'm not allowing him to do that and he listens and goes to his bed but if his forever family has kids or wants him to sleep in the bed, he'd be super excited. He is happy to sleep in his own bed too. If I sit or lay on the floor within seconds I'll have an adorable head on my stomach or lap.

Foster Update 5/26/14:
Johnson is doing great. He knows sit, shake and stay. He's learning how to drop a toy when he wants you to throw it. He's an absolute love. He loves all people (kids and adults), he loves all animals (big or small) and thinks that everyone should be his new friend. He experienced a back yard this weekend and had a blast. He has a good deep bark but doesn't use it much. He really wants to be with you at all times. I've left him out of his crate for a few hours while I was away from the house and he did great.  He actually went into his crate by himself and I found him there when I got home. He just pushed the crate door open and greeted me. I carefully placed my hand and head in his food dish and he doesn't seem to have any food aggression. Awesome dog that deserves a wonderful family.

Foster Update: 5/19/14-

From his Original intake records back five years ago:
Thank goodness for the administrator, Mary Beth, and thank goodness for fosters Andy and Danielle who have taken in this little family so they can grow is a home enviornment. And, boy, are they having fun! They play and sleep all day!

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Boxer's ancestors were two German mastiff type dogs, the Bullenbeiszer and the Barenbeiszer. They were later crossed with the powerful ancestors of the Mastiff and Bulldog. Early on, these dogs were prized for hunting, bull baiting, and for pulling carts. A bit farther down the family tree, Boxer ancestors became cattle dogs, and were used to round up livestock. They were also popular circus and theater dogs because they learned tricks so easily. Breeding was rather indiscriminate until the first Boxer studbook was started in 1904, stabilizing the breed standard. In spite of its German origins, "Boxer" is an English name that suitably describes the dog's punchy fighting style. Though early Boxers may have been quite ferocious, the breed today is a very gentle, loving family companion. Some of the Boxer's talents are watchdogging, guarding, police work, military work, search & rescue, competitive obedience, schutzhund and performing tricks.
The Boxer is happy, high-spirited, playful, curious and energetic. Highly intelligent, eager and quick to learn, but can be stubborn and sneaky. The Boxer is a good dog for competitive obedience. Constantly on the move, bonding very closely with the family. Loyal and affectionate, Boxers are known for the way they get along so well with children. A well brought-up and properly socialized Boxer will also get along with his own kind and other household pets. However one Boxer owner reported; their Boxer is best friends with their many barn cats and second dog, but will chase and eat their ducks and other farm birds. The female boxer will often get into fights with other female dogs, trying to display her dominance. If one owns a female boxer and another female dog, they will get along and even play most of the time, however they will most likely fight from time to time. It has been said that the name Boxer came from the way the Boxer likes to use is front paws for just about everything. If you have ever watched a Boxer go about his business you may have noticed the way he paws at his toys, food bowl and you for that matter, in a very playful cat-like way. Some Boxers have been known to paw at their food or water bowl if they are empty. Playfully barking, pawing and playing with the bowl, flipping it upside-down and putting their front paws on the top of the bowl, sliding it around the house barking and whining until someone fills it for them. It looks like a silly game, but the Boxer knows what he is trying to tell you, he's hungry! While participating the sport of schutzhund, Boxers are known to jump up and use their front paws as if they are boxing. They are very clownish and playful and have been known to grab and carry ANYTHING around including your knickknacks if he thinks he can get away with it. The Boxer's nature is to protect you, your family, and your home. Known visitors will be welcomed boisterously. They are always keen to work and play. Boxers need lots of human companionship. They can be rather boisterous and even in old age are still extremely athletic. Teach the Boxer not to be boisterous and especially not to jump up at people. Boxers LOVE to jump. This breed is noted for courage and makes great guard dogs. Boxers have a wide use in military and police work. Training should start young and be firm and consistent. This breed requires a dominant owner. An excellent watchdog, the Boxer will restrain an intruder in the same way a Bulldog does. They have a life expectancy of 11-14 years.

Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Good with Kids

Johnson's mother, MonaLisa the Boxer (adopted) can also be seen on our website.

Johnson's brother, Diesel the Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.

Johnson's sister, Integra the Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.

Johnson's sister, Kiva the Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.