Trouble, how dare you judge me like that, I took this dog on in all good faith and have fed him up and stopped him gulping. I have had dogs all my life ranging from jack russells to rottweilers, I rescued my rottweiler at 7 months and he passed away in January aged 10 yrs. I have had very excitable dogs before, but this dog was not socialised at all and a nervous dog is a dangerous dog and I am thinking of his happiness and well being rather than mine.

how dare both of you judge me, I have had many many years experience with various dog breeds, u are the type of people that allow your dogs to do what they want and damn the circumstances. the rescue concerned should have told us the truth about this dog as they had him since he was 4 months old in foster homes not kennels.

I clearly explained in my post that I don't know you or your circumstances and I've done my very best to give you advice without judging you. Obviously we have very little to go on, past a new member joining a forum to ask about what's the best way to make the rescue take this dog back or pass it on.

I was trying my best not to over step, and as I said if the rescue were unable to tell you that this dog has so many issues then IMO the aren't the best place for this dog to go back to. They either lied to rehome the dog to a home that couldn't help him, or they didn't think his issues were issues.
I have at no time said that you aren't doing your best for him, that he isn't loved or cared for and simply said that maybe you aren't suited to have a dog. Going off the information we have I don't see how that is offensive, or judgemental.

Please, even if you think we are irresponsible, judgemental morons, please do everything you can to get this dog into a rescue that will accurately judge his temperament, needs and issues and will do their best to help him overcome them and be honest regarding them with his next owners. That really is all I've been hoping you do. Being a dog lover and having the knowledge that you do, you can see that I'm right on this point. If he goes back their and they continue to fail to inform owners about his issues, they will only get worse and as you say he could become dangerous in the wrong hands.

I know that rescues often don't tell the new owners enough about the dogs. It's not usually on purpose though because the LAST THING most shelters want is for people to return dogs. They want the dogs to find their forever homes. I've learned my lesson about judging a situation without being in it. It does seem like you'll have to wait for an opening. Perhaps you can let them know that you really can no longer deal with the dog and suggest another place you can take him.

Unfortunately, you'll need to be a bit forceful... such as there's no way I can keep this dog any longer, or I'll have to find something else to do with him etc. That might make them "find" a space. Tell them that if you're to honor the contract, then they are too and they must take him back.

My adopted dog has the same type of contract, but TBH if they had no room and I had reached the end of my rope, I just might take the dog elsewhere for his own sake. Keep in mind that rescue adult dogs are often there for a good reason and will require a lot of patience. This is why I only get puppies, I don't want to have to undo tons of bad behavior that I didn't cause. Some of the dogs here are neigh unadoptable.

Be sure to note the issues you noticed with the dog when you return him so that they are fully aware and the next potential owner has a better chance. Sorry it didn't work out this time. Wait a while, think a while, and then decide if another dog is right for you. Try not to rush into another dog right now. Good luck.

Get over yourself, try putting the dog first. You have so much experience with dogs yet couldn't see any of his issues before adopting him. You clearly know naff all about Boxers, they're not easy dogs. I've had nervous dogs and you become extra vigilant, they may have the potential to be dangerous but you can prevent that, with effort that you don't want to put in. I don't care about you and you don't care about the dog as long as you can get rid of him. Oh and I do dare lol

Whoa, I think both your posts are very harsh.
Another member lost due to rudeness from an established member.
This member was asking a simple question to get the best help for her dog. I think if she had wanted "rid" she would have just got rid. Not bothered coming here for advice.

Debs I hope you get help and advice from somewhere soon.

Thank you Nippy, if I didn't care about the well being of the dog yes I would have just got rid and not tried to persevere but when he attacks a puppy beagle, it was the last straw. I pesonally don't believe you can have a large breed without giving them regular free running and no way could I do that. Thank you so much for your comment.

Debs,I think everyone is entitled to their opinion but if you find some comments offensive,you can put that person/people on your ignore list and you don't have to read their comments.
I was wondering has the dog been to see a vet?having an icky tummy every day like that can't be good
Seems strange that the rescue didn't disclose the facts about this boy's behaviour it's not like you're weren't going to find out Which makes me wonder if there's some health issue going on that's contributing to his behaviour,since he's been with you.Of course it could be caused by nervousness but the nervousness and attack on the other dog could be caused by pain....just a thought.
Really hope you can get help for him,good luck.

She's not asking for advice on how to help the dog she's asking for advice on how to move him on as quickly as possible. I ain't the one being harsh.

Any updates on this? We all wanted a peaceful resolution for all involved.