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Elanora was rescued from a high kill shelter. This poor dog was rescued just in time and has a loving affectionate personality. She is a bit shy but comes out of her shell easily!

Foster Update:  Elanora has been in a wonderful foster home where she's been able to gain lots of confidence, socialization and exercise.  Here is what her foster has to say about her:

• Leash Manners - Very good.  She can dart ahead if something scares her. I have taught her to stay on my left side with a little amount of slack. When I stop, she sits by my leg as taught. 
• Crate/House Training - She is pretty safely housebroken and I've left her alone for up to 5 hours with no problems at all, free in the house. Although she doesn't specifically go to the door when she has to go out she gets very restless. When I do take her out, I tell her, "Go Potty" and she pretty much does. One important thing: She will usually urinate and potty within a minute or two of each other. She has not had an accident in the house for a couple of weeks now.  She loves her crate and I urge the person or family that gets her to buy her one as it's a big source of comfort to her.
• Socialization - Elly loves everybody. She has a very submissive attitude wants to be friendly with everyone. I have not seen her discriminate against anyone and is wonderful with little children.  I have taught her not to jump on anyone and she must Sit before greeting anyone.  I haven't seen her around cats, but if free she would probably chase them.
• Energy Level and Exercise - High energy and goes for frequent walks and trips to the dog park.  She has adapted to my moderate lifestyle and will be fine taken to the dog park a few times a week or adopted by someone who has a fenced yard or who can talk her for walks.
• Daily Structure and Schedule - She loves Rachael Ray's Beef Flavored dry food and Publix' beef with bacon and cheese and gets 1 1/2 cups dry and 1/3 can twice a day. This can be adjusted as per her appetite and exercise level.
• Temperament - She will always have a submissive trait and is very non-aggressive. As a matter of fact when you put her food dish down you have to walk away before she will eat. She is not food aggressive and a toy, bone or whatever can be taken from her, her teeth checked, etc. with no problem.
• Obedience Training - Elanora will Sit, Lie Down, respond to, 'do you want a cookie',  'find it' (when looking for a cookie in my hand) 'are you hungry', do you want to go outside, go potty, get in (truck, house, even an elevator). I will whisper, "who is it?" and she will go and look out the window. She knows what 'no' means, good dog, and is learning to Stay and although it frightens her she forces herself to stay while I walk about 6 feet away.  When furthering this dog's training, no harsh treatment of her is necessary.  You must be patient and calm with her.
• Ideal Home - It would be great if she could go to a family with a fenced in yard or someone with a large amount of property but this is not entirely necessary as long as she gets proper exercise, say walks and the dog park 4 or 5 times a week. Elly 'frolics' sometimes when she gets a burst of energy and it's hilarious to watch. I would highly recommend that anyone that gets her, buy a crate for her, because she likes the security of a place of her own, her own cave. She doesn't need to be locked up, it's just for her own peace of mind. 

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.