Boxer Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Chelmsford
There is 1 Boxer looking for a new home in and around Chelmsford right now, listed by Rescue Remedies. Includes Boxer crosses.
It is with a rescue reachable from Chelmsford, in Smallfield. Each card shows the town and how far it is.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Boxers near Chelmsford right now
1 Boxer is listed in or around Chelmsford today, all with one rescue. It is male. The newest was added on 30 September 2026.
- Rescue Remedies at Smallfield, about 47 miles away: 1 Boxer
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About Boxers
| Breed group | Working |
|---|---|
| Size | Large |
| Weight (breed standard) | Dogs about 30 to 32 kg, bitches about 25 to 27 kg |
| Exercise | More than 2 hours a day |
| Size of home | Large house with a large garden |
| Grooming | Once a week |
| Coat | Short (sheds) |
| Lifespan | Over 10 years |
What Boxers are like to live with
The Boxer is a German breed, descended from the Bullenbeisser and thought to have been crossed with the Bulldog. The Royal Kennel Club sums it up as "lively, strong and family-orientated", and says it is "much loved as a family companion for his intelligence and character". The same page notes the breed is an excellent guard dog and has worked as a tracking dog and in the armed forces.
Sources (checked 30 September 2026)
- The Royal Kennel Club: Boxer (Weight from the breed standard. All in sources.)
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Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
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Boxers in Chelmsford: your questions
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How many rescue Boxers are available for adoption in Chelmsford?
As of 7 November 2026, 1 Boxer is listed for adoption in and around Chelmsford on LocalPetFinder, from Rescue Remedies. It is with a rescue reachable from Chelmsford, shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Chelmsford have Boxers right now, and how old are they?
As of 7 November 2026, Rescue Remedies (at Smallfield, about 47 miles away): 1. The newest was added on 30 September 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt a Boxer in Chelmsford?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Boxers on this page are with Rescue Remedies (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.
How much exercise does a Boxer need?
More than two hours a day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. It lists the Boxer as a large breed best suited to a large house with a large garden. Dogs Trust says Boxers are at higher risk of heat stroke, so take care with exercise on warm days.
Are Boxers good family dogs?
The Royal Kennel Club describes the Boxer as "much loved as a family companion", but every rescue dog is an individual. Ask the rescue whether this dog has lived with children and what kind of home they think suits it; their assessment matters more than the breed.
Are Boxers good with children?
It depends on the dog, not the breed. Most of the 1 Boxer listed in and around Chelmsford today don't say either way, so ask the rescue. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.
How much does it cost to adopt a Boxer in Chelmsford?
The Boxers listed in and around Chelmsford today are with Rescue Remedies at Smallfield, about 47 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Are there Boxer puppies for sale in Chelmsford?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Boxer on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 1 Boxer listed in and around Chelmsford today is with Rescue Remedies at Smallfield, about 47 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, and Dogs Trust £300. If you searched "boxer puppies for sale Chelmsford", the Boxers here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.
Can I get a free Boxer to a good home in Chelmsford, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 1 Boxer listed in and around Chelmsford today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; all are with Rescue Remedies at Smallfield, about 47 miles away (1). Many rescue fees are under £500: Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.
Are there Boxer puppies for adoption in Chelmsford?
Not right now: none of the 1 listed in and around Chelmsford is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.
Are there older Boxers for adoption in Chelmsford?
Not right now: none of the 1 listed in and around Chelmsford is aged 7 or over by its listed age. Older Boxers do come into rescue, so check back. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.
Is there a Boxer rescue near me in Chelmsford?
As of 7 November 2026, the Boxers listed in and around Chelmsford are with Rescue Remedies at Smallfield, about 47 miles away (1). You can also see Boxers across Essex. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.
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