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Nena the Boxer Mix
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Breed: Boxer
We adopted Nena about a month ago. She's a boxer mix, but we've still got no idea what she's mixed with. Her previous owners left her with friends while going on vacation and then told the friends they didn't want her. I can't imagine anyone abandoning her. Even in the shelter, when all the other dogs were frightened or worked up, she was calm and inquisitive and eager to make friends. I had thought I wanted a different dog at the shelter, but on the way out, I saw her. I immediately thought "Oh no, I've signed up to adopt the wrong dog! That girl is my dog! Now what do I do?" Fortunately, the other dog went home with another family higher on his list. I insisted that we go back and adopt Nena. My family thought I was acting a bit crazy, but we soon came to realize this dog was supposed to be part of our family. She has already brought us great joy. She is curious, playful, and sweet. Nothing frightens her. Every time we take her for a walk she makes new friends! She also loves going to the dog park and swimming in the water. She has lots of energy and would happily play all day with people and dogs and then sleep like the (very cute) dead.
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Aug 8, 2008
lvlybbyJR
i'd say ridgeback mix??? and maybe lab
Life's looking pretty good for Nena and just as well too - she's a cutie. I hope you enjoy her for many years to come.
Oh Nena what a smasher u look. Honey I want a big cuddle with u. I'm so glad u were adopted from the rescue home sweetheart. Enjoy your life & here's lots of biscuits & hugs for u baby.
he is sooooooooooooooooo adorable a car and always plays with his toys he is curous and he loves getting rubbed in his tummy ans lying down and is curious about the camera and ansers questions to its owner in his mind looks like hes talking that y
Hi pretty Nena. Yes, you look very inquisitive and intelligent. In fact, you seem to be saying "Hi, who are you?". Well I'm a admirer who thinks you are the most charismatic pup I've ever seen and I am posting my very first comment on the Daily Puppy to tell you so. Thank your mom for sharing you with us and be on the lookout for a truckload of biscuits from California.
I'll never understand how someone could not want a precious little girl like Nena. Lots of biscuits for you young lady.
I woould say definitely a ridgeback and what a combination that is. Many years of happiness to your family and Nena--you are both so fortunate!
oh my goodness she is beautiful has she got boxer in her? I would say ridgeback too but possibly great dane she looks very much like my great/dane Irish wolf hound mix when he was a puppy everyone thought he hd ridgeback in him, he was sold as a labrador/dobermann mix then we took him for his first check up a couple of days after we got him the vet asked if we wanted a big dog I said his mix won't be that big, he asked what we thought he was crossed with so I showed him the paperwork and he said "Oh dear, well he is a greatdane/Irishwolfhound mix and seeing where you got him from I can only say do not get too fond of him, this woman should be shut down!! He was with us for 12 and a half yrs and an absolute poppet it was love at first sight for both of us and he was desperate to get away, his brother on the other hand didn't want to know us and just wanted to sit back in the pen, I often wonder what happened to him :( but my boy was like a soul mate to me!
I wish you many, many yrs of happiness ith this baby, she is something special.
Lots of hugs and doggy biscuits for her
What a sweetie! How can people just abandon animals? Nena is just beautiful! Many happy years sweetie!
xoxoox
I think Nena picked YOU and not the other way around! She was waiting, saw you, and it is amazing how she became your dog and your friend!
-Bucky and Bailey's Mom
How could anyone not want this precious baby? It was meant to be that you are supposed to be together. Many happy years...
This beautiful girl is definitely part Rhodesian Ridgeback! The shape of her head, colour, and expression say it all. You really lucked out at the shelter. I hope you have many happy days with your new pup!
If you really want to know, go to the vets, but you don't need to know to appreciate her beauty! I would say Boxer/border collie though, as she looks just like another Bollie puppy I know i.e gorgeous! Wish you many happy years together.
Nena you are a sweetie. Many happy years with your new baby. Many biscuits and long trips to the park to make new freinds
I think Nena is part German Shepherd judging by the shape of her head. Or maybe even Collie.
Pretty lady.
What a sweet story. I am so glad you followed your gut....insisting that you go back no matter how insane your family thought you were!!! It was worth it!!!!!This picture shows all of Nena's innocence!!! Such love in that face!!! :)
She is a very pretty girl, whatever her "mix". I'm so happy you found her and knew she was the one for you!
How could anyone say,"we don't want her anymore". People like this should never be allowed to own a pet of any type. She is a beautiful girl, I think she could be mixed with a Shebia Inu, terrier, or shepherd mix. She is a beautiful dog!
You are very blessed to have her! How can people just abandon dogs? They bring so much joy and unconditional love to us! Always there to be your friend! Shame on the previous owners but Nena has a MUCH better new owner!!
"YOU LOOKING AT ME KID" ! ? !
WOW ALL THE LOVE IN THE WORLD, SHINES THROUGH HER FACE.
RHODESIAN MIXED IN MAYBE. WHO REALLY DOES CARE? DOG LOVERS LIKE US, WHO HAVE THE LOVE A DOG NEEDS, DON'T EVER NEED TO REALLY KNOW. I HAVE OWNED AND STILL OWN MIXED BREEDS. THE MAKE THE MOST WONDERFUL AND FAMILY MEMBERS EVER.
OMIGOSH... Nena is just beautiful. So happy you found her and she found you! Biscuits and bellyrubs from Pam in Toronto.
What a pretty girl Nena is! I hope you have many happy and healthy years together! I am so glad you adopted her! As a member of the ASPCA I believe adoption is your first option. Lots of love, biscuits, & belly rubs to you Nena!
Don't you just love when you meet a dog and just KNOW she's supposed to come home with you? That happened to me too! Nena is a gorgeous girl. Congrats on your new family member!
How could anyone not want to come home to this adorable face!! I'm so very glad those idiots no longer have her and you do!! You can see in those eyes all the love she has for you!!Thank you,thank you,thank you!!
she looks like my boy, so i'm guessing she's a ridgeback mix. she's absolutely adorable and i'm so glad you found each other.
What a heartwarming story. Good for you, trusting your gut instinct. And good for you and Nena that you found her at a shelter. You can sure see the loyalty in that precious face.
I love when dogs tilt their heads! She's a wonderful gal! Thanks for sharing her beautiful pictures and wonderful story! :)
Nena your story made me cry. Especially when your real mom knew she had to have you. I love this picture because you look so happy and free. You really have a beautiful face, such kind eyes too. I am soooo glad your mom would not give up on getting you. You are a lady indeed. Just beautiful. God Bless you love!!!!!!
Looking into your beautiful dog's eyes, and also that profile, I see my beloved Ridgeback. I see that others see Ridgeback in her as well. I have never had a more handsome, loyal and brave dog. 20 yrs ago. my vet had thought he was dane/boxer, but it turned out he was a pure Ridgeback - he had white on his paws, too. He lived for 15 years! He was great with kittens and children, too and I'll bet Nena will, as well. Watch out for that long tongue!! May you have many long years together - she will make you very happy!
Like everyone else, I love your dog. I am so glad that you are as special as she is and were able to hear her calling out to you. Blessings to you both!
Nena is a doll! We vote for the ridgeback mix; she looks just like my friend's purebred. Thank you for rescuing - she is so lucky and so are you!
You can see the gentleness and love in her face--lucky you that she picked you. Our Springer pup was the same way--she picked us--what fun! Enjoy your pretty girl and being the "chosen one." ;-) 11 biscuits for sure!!!
Nena, you are simply adorable! I don't blame your Mom for 'holding out' for you. You are the apple of your family's eyes and I can tell that you are loved and well taken care of! Many years of blessed health and lovins' for you and yours.
Your Nena looks to me like my Ridgeback and Labrador crossbreeds even though she doesn't have the distinctive reverse ridge along her spine. She otherwise fits the bill to a "T" and only her socks look boxer. Whatever, she is gorgeous!
Who just leaves their dog like that?! Terrible friends, terrible dog parents, terrible people!
What a cute girl!
I agree with lvlybbyJR. I immediately thought of Rhodesian Ridgeback when I saw Nena. She's a beauty!
What a cutie! How could anyone abandon such a sweet girl? I'm glad you and she found each other, because clearly she couldn't have a better home.
Nena has the luuuurvliest eyes and look at that sweet face!!!
She looks just like my baby Brownie, who's also a beautiful mixed-breed with a possible hint of a ridgeback.
thank s for bringing Nena into your family and i wish you many gazillion good years with her!!!
Nena is a real sweetheart. You both found each other! Many years of happiness and plenty of biscuits for dear Nena. Much love to you!
These are the eyes of a happy dog. Nena is so lucky to have found you and you are lucky to have found her. Many happy years together!
Just a wonderful animal. Just a proud and handsome creature.Wishing both of you health and happiness.
Nena is a beautiful girl mo matter what. Those eyes are so precious and thoughtful. Have fun and love each other for years to come.
Hugs from Elizabeth & Miss Katie =O)
I'm not sure it gets any more beautiful than this! Sometimes it's just meant to be -- I got my Sam that way, when I went to look at his sister! (who went to a good home, btw, so I didn't feel badly). The idiots who let her go obviously didn't know what a treasure they had, but you do. Take good care of her and many long and wonderful years! As for her heritage .... no clue, but whatever the mix is, it should be patented!
She is just too adorable for words - how could anyone abandon that little face? God bless you for rescuing her! Many years of happiness to you!!! Millions of biscuits and belly rubs from Texas...
What a very sweet, lucky little puppy you are, I would have chose you right away, I would have never waited at all. I wish I could give you more than 11 cookies because you deserve lots more. Many belly rubs and lots of puppy kiss's for you sweetie. I trust that your new mommy and daddy are treating you like the little princess that you are.
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Nena is very beautiful indeed! She looks a lot like our Rascal- whom is a boxer/ german shep. mix. He is one of the best dogs I've ever known... intelligent, inquisitive, and full of love.
Nena is gorgeous; what a lady! Your story, dear Nena, is truly inspirational... while it's sad (not to mention incomprehensible) that your previous 'parents' didn't follow through for you, it seems that was how it was meant to be- now you are at home with your true family!
Many years of happiness to each of you, and BLESS you for hearing her pleas and knowing she was the one (and vice- versa). Shelter adoption is always a good choice for all involved! Great job, Mom!! :0}
Nena you are adorable and look just like our boxer mix! We adopted our boy Hoss from a boxer rescue. The vet told us he was mixed with either Lab or Dane. Definitely lab - he is now 9 yrs. old and 75lbs. with a boxer body and lab face. We also have a full blood boxer, Clyde, who is 4 and 75lbs. They are the absolute best dog ever! I am sure that Nena and your family will enjoy each other for many years. Hugs, kisses and never ending biscuits for you Ms. Nena!
It is hard to pick a favorite picture from these. She is just adorable. It just looks like she has a wonderfully sweet disposition. I am sure she is happy to have a new family to love her. Congratulations on this beautiful find, and many happy years together. Belly rubs galore, and a million biscuits.
Nena is absolutely adorable!! She looks like there might be some shepherd in te mix. Give that precious girl a big squeeze from me and my pack!
phaedra
What a cutie-pie! The behavior of some people towards animals is just... unbelievable. It's so lucky that you found Nena!
She's a beauty! And kudos to you - shelter dogs rule! Belly rubs from me and my two shelter dogs to Nena!
I am happy to hear that she has found a wonderful home. I cant believe her old owners would just abandon her like that. She is so cute!!!!! Thank God there are people out there like you that prefer to adopt a pet in need!
Definitely rhodesian ridgeback like others have said. I see a bit of boxer in her expression, and she has those unmistakeable boxer paws (yes, they are distinct!). She does look like she has a 3rd mix - perhaps collie or another long-snouted breed? Either way, I just rescued my second boxer boy a few weeks ago and he has been a blessing - like you, we went to see another dog, but Buster found us & he is a joy! Wishing you and Nena many happy years together!
HOw could anyone have turned their backs on this sweet, beautiful pup?! I am so glad she is now with a family that loves and appreciates her!
I agree there is some ridgeback in her, and a boxer like expression and face. She is very cute. Give her a big hug for me please!
Hello again. Nena continues to be sweet, lovely and wonderful !!!!!!!!!!! All of her pics are extremely adorable. I am sure that she is having a lot of love and fun filled adventures in your wonderful home!!!!!!!!!!Take care and I wish ya'll a very long and happy life together!
Nena is extra cute in this one. My Huskies tilt their heads the same way...as if to say "not me" Bye again
Dead OR alive, Nena is most definitely "very cute." May you have many happy years to love each other.
Nena looks like a superstar in this glamorous pose! Thank you for rescuing her, and I hope you have many wonderful years together. Kisses and cookies from Cara
Hmm, yes, not seeing much Boxer, but I'm pretty sure that your gorgeous girl has ridgeback in her.
She is very cute, and looks like she'll grow into a simply stunning adult!
Not only was it heartless of her former "family" to just abandon her that way, but that was a pretty nasty trick to play on their friends. Honestly, what is up with some people? Oh well, karma WILL catch up with them. And it certainly turned out for the best for Nena (and you).
Whomever owned her before are incredibly STUPID people. They don't deserve to own any animals, let alone someone so sweet a Nena, pretty balerina. Look at this face? How could you ever let a face like this get away? I'm glad you're other choice got adopted too, and I'm glad you rescued Nena. She's a darling for sure. A whole box of cookies for her and many long years of love for you all.
Nena is a beautiful and sweet dog! Her face doesn't look very boxer-like, but her beautiful white paws with their distinctive shape sure do. Shame on her previous owners...what a dirty trick to abandon her! And how wonderful that it all worked out that she could be with you. Many years of health and happiness together!
Oh Nena, I know how much your new family adores you. We got our beloved Jack Russell the same way, someone left him at the vet for puppy shots and never came back to get him! He is our baby love, as I am sure you are to your mom & dad too. Lots of kisses to you lucky girl.
Nena you are soooo cute and beautiful!!! I bet you love your new home and I wish you a long and happy life!! :)
Nena is definitely part Rhodesian Ridgeback. You can see the ridge on her back, and her face looks very much like our pure Ridgeback, Zama.
Soooo cute........ She is beautiful, maybe mixed with lab? Boxers are great dogs and very smart.
Nena you precious girl, how could anyone not want you. Thank God that your new family saw and fell in love with you and I know that you will give them more love and devotion then they ever imagined. A million hugs and biscuits for you.
She is so beautiful! lots of kisses to her.. Nena landed on her paws to get such a great home forever. Well done you! I defo think she is a bit of a ridgie and all of an angel.
Who cares what she is mixed with, she is beautiful in her own right, many happy years together. 11 biscuits.
She is so pretty! I love those ears and soulful brown eyes. :) I don't know why anyone would leave her. Have a great life Nena! :D
Whatever the cross is it made a beautiful girl! I can understand why you fell in love with this face.Many happy years with this sweetheart.
How wonderful you found her and I'm sure make her happy. After the 1st time she had people that didn't care, it is heartwarming to hear she found a forever home. Give lots of love and biscuits.
What a beauty - We have a boxer and they are very energetic - She looks like boxer/ridgeback mix - enjoy her!
She was very fortunate to have had fate intervene on her behalf and put the two of you in the right place at the right time. You obviously love her very much and I'm sure she reciprocates tenfold! God Bless!
Well at least they didn't just lock her in the garage w/ no food or water...{that happened recently somewhere}. I've never trusted and cannot relate to people who don't like dogs. They're deficient, lacking something, and definitely missin' out! Congrats to you for getting your special doggy!
You never find the right pup - they find YOU!
Congrats on the new bundle of joy! It was meant to be!
"How could anybody leave me behind?" Nena, I have no idea -- you're adorable! Fortunately, it sounds like you're with the RIGHT family now.
She is very pretty girl, but i see no boxer in her at all. I agree with others though on a ridgeback mix though. Either way she seems oh so very sweet and very happy to have a wonderful home!!!
What a wonderful story about Nena! She is beautiful and looks like such a sweetie. Many happy years to you!
Thanks everyone!
And thanks for suggesting Ridgeback -- her tail definitely looks like a Ridgeback tail.
Whether that means we were wrong thinking she's a Boxer or not I don't know. (She looks a lot like some Boxer/Lab mixes I have seen, too.)
Either way though I just think she's beautiful and very sweet. :)
Nena is a very cute puppy!! And very lucky that you went back for her. Lots of belly rubs, hugs and kisses for Nena and your Family for taking her home. I'm sure she is much better off without that other family!!
What a beautiful puppy! I love her! Bless you for taking her into your home and hearts! A long, happy, healthy life filled with love, joy and fun! A million biscuits and tummy rubs for this precious angel! XOXOXO
She must have some ridgeback in her. I don't really see the boxer, but she is definitely a ridgeback or ridgeback mix. Whatever she is, she is gorgeous!! I especially love her 'socks'!
Who cares what mix she is??? She's your best friend and a beautiful girl. How blessed you both are. Enjoy eachother and give her lots of hugsand kisses from me.
She's brilliant -- just look at that smile!!! She was clearly waiting for you, and vice versa -- don't you just love it when the universe sings?!?!?!!!!
Oh, what a sweet face! I'm in puppy love!
Congratula tions on finding your little angel!
Thank you so much for giving this sweet, fortunate dog a loving home.......I am VERY glad she did not go back to that family who did not love her as you do.
if this is ever possible to have so many breeds in one dog i think Nena is a ridgeback lab boxer german shepherd mix.
Congratulations and Thank You for adopting Nena!!!! She is one beautiful girl and wish you lots and lots of years together!
Her previous owners left behind a wonderful pet and you have been rewarded with a precious gift, take care and love her!
What a beautiful story!!!
I wish they all ended this GOOD.
U and your family will be blessed a THOUSAND X's over...Thanks 4 taking the X 2 Adopted. She is very Beautiful, I love her FACE...THOSE EYES....SAY SO MUCH..:) NOW U R THERE 4 HER.....
Hi:) What an adorable puppy you have! I just wanted to say that I think she may be mixed with a German Shepard. My neighbor has a Boxer/ German Shepard mix and they look almost identical, the only difference is that Scooby's (the shepard/boxer mix) ears stick straight up:P I think I have a picture of him under Kylie's album if you want to take a look :)
She definitely has shepherd in that face and head. Boxer socks too : ) I love both breeds and can certainly see why you desperately wanted this pup! Have tons of fun with this beauty.
She looks a lot like my Rocket, who is Ridgeback, Lab and Staffie. Beautiful girl- shelter dogs are the best!!
Not sure why my first try didn't post--Nena looks a lot like my Rocket, who is Ridgeback, Lab and Staffie. This pose looks very familiar!! Beautiful girl-shelter dogs are the best!!
How can you not love a face like this?? :) she has some Lab, just by the color alone, and Rhodesian also. Either way she is a beauty, goes to show a big pup is just as sweet as a small pup. Many treats and kisses for you Nena.
this is one beautiful puppy - i cannot imagine people who abandon their pets (let's hope they don't get any more pets) - nena is happy, loving and trusting you with her days - lucky you! thank you for adopting her! many happy and loving hours with your gorgeous nena! biscuits and hugs to nena!
your right, I cannot imagine anybody not wanting such a sweet baby. It kind of hurts the heart a little doesn't it???
You and Nena were destined to be together - it was fate!!! I'm with you - how could anyone just not want her anymore? But, luckily, things happen for a reason and she was able to be saved by you. Just look at that smile on her face. There's no doubt you've made her the happiest doggy ever!
Nena is a beautiful dog...:):) You are so lucky to have found her and she lucky to have found you. A great personality too.
Hugs and kisses to Nena.
HUH??? WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT I DIDN'T RIP UP YOUR SHOES!!!! HA HA
WHAT AN ADOREABLE PUPPY!!!!
She is a beauty indeed.. and reminds me of Twinci my Doberman/greyhound mix she left us last month and nina is just like a carbon copy of her...I missed her so much & today seeing neena I feel my twinci is living somehwhere with good ppl..who will give her all the love & care she deserves....
Hugs/runs & kisses to nina with bags full of buiscuits..
Hi Nena..... so you chose your new family? That doesn't surprise me at all. Tell Mom there is a new DNA test your vet can take (just a simple swab) which will determine your ancestry. However, you are so perfect, why bother? Ah, love...... it conquers all.
She is so beautiful! She looks quite big and I adore big dogs! I am sure there is some German Shepherd in that face, and Rhodesian Ridgeback seems quite obvious. I can see why you picked her, she's lovely! xx loads of biscuits for you, Nena!
Wowzerz! Nena is awesome looking! I love her! Wat a beauty! So sweet and energetic looking in a very very VERY cute way!
OMG shes is the twin of my doberman mix we was told he was mixed with a bull mastiff but our vet is sure hes crossed with a boxer and now looking at this pic i can see why so i would say just going by the look of my dog that yours has doberman in her what ever she has shes beautiful
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