Boxer Puppies Blog

Well, he should sleep as much as he feels like.
If you are worried, because your pup is sleeping less than you think would be appropriate – there’s nothing you can do, that’s just the time he needs for sleeping and no more.. (too bad)
If the reason of your worries is that he sleeps too much, you should take a visit at the vet, because he might be sick.

Avoid unnecessary vet bills! Do your dog’s basic health check!

The narrow line between training and abuse

Many dog owners think that their Boxer is the smartest in the world. There’s no problem with this, up to certain a point. This point is when the owner expects as much from the dog as if it really was the most intelligent creature the world has ever seen. They expect them to learn everything right away, whereas dogs need time to learn things, the same way as we, humans do. Just in a different way Well, the point is, that training requires time and patience. It can be different for all dogs, but we do have to keep this in mind and take the time and energy to train our Boxer.

Another common mistake (also because of the lack of patience) is to give up. Many people think that they have already tried everything but the dog doesn’t want to learn. In this case, maybe the methods are not the best, or they need more time. There are no dogs who wouldn’t be able to learn at least a few commands. Giving up is never a solution.

So, if we have the time and the patience we can avoid the next, and maybe the biggest mistake: to turn training into abuse. Probably you expect me to tell you where this line is. I can’t. This is something the owner should know. Training is all about communication. If you know your Boxer, if you pay attention to him, you see how he feels. Unfortunately many dog owners don’t have this ability, because they only keep pets for entertainment, while a dog is much more than that.

Going back to training, a very important rule is that your goal should be that your Boxer obeys to commands because he is keen to do so. NOT BECAUSE HE IS AFRAID. Many-many owners forget about this, and feel the training successful, but actually they are making their dog unhappy. How can someone live happily in fear? No way. These owners are only keeping a dog to make themselves happy, and don’t feel the responsibility they should.

So the point is, that ‘positive training’ is possible. Actually, that’s the only way.

The first difficulties most Boxer owners face is potty training their puppy. As with general training, the main principles remain the same: a positive, rewarding approach and a lot of patience is required. There are, however a few tips and tricks that will make the whole process faster and easier for both puppy and owner. Find out what Sharda Baker has to say on the topic, who has developed her best practices by years of trial and error.

Please comment if you have something to add.

Is it normal, anyway?!

Yes, it is. Just imagine the situation from the point of view of your Boxer. He is part of the family, often treated as “the kid”, and then, suddenly, a new creature arrives and takes all the attention of his beloved family. It is quite similar to what older children feel, when a little brother/sister arrives. One of the differences is just that the dog can’t speak English

Actually, if we are aware of this ‘problem’ in advance, the situation can be handled, but it needs consciousness and to be started in time, long before the baby’s arrival. Let’s see how we can prepare our Boxer for the new family member.

If your dog’s daily routine has to be changed with the baby’s arrival (it probably will), you should start changing the rules much earlier, giving him plenty of time to get used to the new set up. This way it isn’t going to be so sudden and shocking. If your Boxer hasn’t really been trained before, it’s high time to start. He should learn at least a few commands, like sit, stay, etc. This way, he’ll be easier to handle.

Many families worry about their dog endangering the health of the child, so the best thing to do is to take your pet to the vet, get him checked and get some advice. Get your Boxer used to the new smells, sounds in advance (blankets, lotions, toys). It’s also a good idea, that just after your baby was born, send home a blanket that the baby had been in, so your dog can experience the child’s smell in advance. It is very important to know that your  Boxer will get a lot less attention from the mother, so when taking the baby home for the first time, the mother should greet the dog, so it is better if someone else is carrying the baby.

It is also a good idea not to leave them alone together at the first times, until your Boxer feels comfortable with the baby, because, for example, it is very possible that the dog won’t tolerate the child’s crying very well in the beginning. You have to teach him that this is a normal sound, and you should motivate him not to bark (with treats, for example).

And the most important rule for last, maybe it seems too obvious, but it’s still worth mentioning: try to give as much attention to your Boxer as you can. The point is that he has to feel that you do care about him. If you keep this in mind, most probably there will be no problem. You could also try Preparing Fido, which is an amazing collection of Baby sounds designed especially to get your dog ready for the arrival of the new Baby!

Boxer dogs are friendly, lively and playful companions that are popular as family dogs. The Boxer is a unique breed. Because of their good sense of humour, they are often desribed as the “clown” of the dog community. Boxers get along very well with children. They have a caring nature and the love they have for their family makes them outstanding watchdogs. If you have a Boxer, you know what an adorable breed it is. If you don’t, you can find out from this video! You will see a beautiful dog playing with a ballon. Check out how to buy your Boxer.

As most pet owners do, you too can show everyone your love for your boxer puppy with the Boxer Puppies Scrubs Scrub Set. Just like the coat of your boxer pet which is smooth, this scrub set is made up of poly and cotton blend which can give you comfort, just like the comfort you’re getting when you are with your lovable boxer puppy.

The printed paws that run up to the left side of the v-neck top represent the typical marking in a boxer’s body. The puppies designed at the back of the top shows how adorable a boxer puppy is and that alone will make everyone envious. Feel proud while wearing this as it is designed with a breed of dog that has a headstrong characteristic. This scrubs set is definitely the nicest gift which will surely be enjoyed by all those boxer lovers out there!