Ho-Bo Care Boxer Rescue: Denver’s Longtime Haven for Boxers in Need
For more than half a century, Ho-Bo Care Boxer Rescue has been one of Denver’s most respected and committed dog rescues, dedicated specifically to helping boxers and boxer mixes find safety, healing, and a new start. Founded in 1972, the organization began with a simple mission: provide care for homeless boxers and place them into loving, permanent homes. What started as a small grassroots effort has become a trusted lifeline for dogs across the state.
Unlike large shelters, Ho-Bo Care operates entirely through volunteers and foster homes. Every boxer rescued is placed into a foster environment where they can decompress, receive individualized attention, and begin recovering from whatever hardship they faced—whether it was neglect, abandonment, or a family unable to continue care. The rescue covers veterinary bills, behavioral support, nourishment, and anything else needed to prepare each dog for adoption.
Ho-Bo Care is also known for its strong commitment to education. Volunteers work directly with current boxer owners to help them navigate behavioral issues, medical questions, or life changes that might otherwise lead to surrender. This proactive approach keeps more dogs in stable homes and reduces unnecessary rehoming.
Through the decades, the rescue has weathered economic shifts, rising vet costs, and the surge in homeless pets following the pandemic. Still, their mission remains unchanged: every dog deserves a chance, and every boxer deserves a family. Many adopters come back years later to adopt again, a testament to the rescue’s compassion, transparency, and devotion to the breed.
Today, Ho-Bo Care continues to operate across the Denver metro area and greater Colorado, relying entirely on donations and volunteer support. Anyone interested in adopting, fostering, donating, or simply learning about the breed can visit hobocare.org
