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...page 5 Boxers Click here for a list of health concerns specific to the Boxer breed.
Dog food of poor quality can exacerbate or bring about a skin
condition and other health problems. By offering high quality dog food and treats (this means no meat
by-products, pentobarbital
Training & Behavior
Boxers require obedience training to teach them proper manners. A dog that is expected to behave in every day situations will regard "obedience" as his regular "job." Whether you do it yourself or enroll him in basic obedience, it is always recommended for this breed. Boxers are powerful and strong dogs. They require committed and capable handlers and caregivers. Boxers do not respond well to repetition. Instead, they excel when given a few short training sessions. Repeating a command when the Boxer has already done it correctly can be counterproductive. The Boxer is intelligent! HE knows he did it right--YOU know he did it right. Move on.
If you desire a dog who will do what you say when you say it, every time you say it, do not acquire a Boxer. Boxers are noted for being a bit stubborn, which sometimes earns them the false reputation of being "stupid." If you stick to a non-repetitive, fresh and fun training routine, your Boxer will most likely be the most awesome companion you could ever hope for. A Boxer lives to please his human. It is imperative that you use positive reinforcement techniques when training a Boxer. Physical, harsh, or violent reprimanding is never recommended, nor is it acceptable for any animal.
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