Boxer Puppies Blog

What should Boxer puppy owners do when suddenly their boxers have diarrhea? First of all, don’t panic. Puppies having diarrhea is nothing new and it is a very common occurrence. Although it commonly happens, owners should know how to inspect the stool to see if the case may be serious or not. If the stool of the boxer puppy has the consistency of melted ice cream then it may be a sign of stress or a diet that he has just been put on.

If he is still with high spirits, owners can simply withhold food and give as much water as needed until he gets better. If it’s of a liquid consistency and with mucus, it is a more serious case for it may be ringworms or parasites. Water should be given to avoid dehydration and a quick run to the vet. If blood is present, then this is a case of life or death as it may be Parvovirus which can be fatal within 24 hours.  Knowing the difference of the stool can save a puppy’s life.

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

When getting a Boxer as a pet and lifetime companion, one can’t scrimp on time, research, effort and money to a purebred. If simple point and grab is one’s way of picking a pet or simply basing choices on looks and price, then one should be ready with deep pockets for it would actually cost more to take care of non-quality and non-purebred canines as well as frustrating. Here is a snapshot of trademark traits of a Boxer:

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A tiny Boxer pup is very comfortable with his sitting position. Look how lovely he is!

A little Boxer puppy sniffing around. Isn’t he cute?

Nothing else brings both men and women to the quest for the cure to combat baldness. However with so many miracle products and treatments, there doesn’t seem to be a 100% stable or reliable cure for losing hair. Not surprisingly being man’s best friend, canines such as the Boxer are also subjected to having bald spots on the sides of their bodies.

These bald spots may be caused by poor grooming, food allergies, even fleas. But a common cause is called Cyclic follicular dysplasia or seasonal alopecia. This condition occurs late fall or early spring and has the hair on the flanks fall out. Hair will re-grow in approximately 6 months but texture and color may differ. Hyperpigmentation or darkening of the skin in the area also occurs. Studies have shown that lack of sunlight is a probable cause for this condition. It is suggested that melatonin be used to make the coat grow back faster as well as taking them for a walk when the sun is still out.

Dogs are man’s best friends indeed. For centuries they have served them as hunters, protectors and companions who provide comfort and amusement. However as masters, attention must also be given to the dogs well being. As different breeds are prone to a variety of genetically connected health issues, one must be ready to spot any telltale signs. Boxers are prone to having tumors and can emerge even as puppies.

A Boxer Puppy usually gets this “knot” on the top of its head. It can be tiny to the size of a golf ball and can also emerge on the back area covered with hair and shows above the skin. They are called dermoid cysts and can be a health risk if not examined or surgically removed by a veterinarian.  Some may even be fatty or sebaceous cysts but whatever it may be, close medical examination is required and hopefully it isn’t cancerous.

Save money on vet bills! Do the basic health check yourself.

All our dogs have the ability to break our hearts. Whether you share your life with a BOXER or a Labrador Retriever, the bond you form with your dog can be one of the closest and most powerful you will ever experience.

If you want proof of just how extraordinary the relationsip between man and his best friend can be then you really must read a stunning new book called One Dog At A Time. It has been written by a British Marine and dog lover called Pen Farthing and tells of his time serving in the violent Helmand Province of Afghanistan.

While dodging the bullets and mortars, Sergeant Farthing witnessed the cruel and barbaric Afghan tradition of dog fighting. Rather than standing by as many would have done, he risked his life by breaking up the fighting and freeing the dogs. One of them, a big, battle-scarred mastiff he christened Nowzad after the town he was stationed in, found his way into the Marine compound where he befriended his liberator. As Farthing’’s tour of duty continued, he and Nowzad became inseparable buddies. The tough British soldier and the powerful dog formed an odd couple in the middle of the war zone. They were soon joined by other dogs who were drawn to the sanctuary the Marine compound provided. At one point, one dog pushed her litter of newborn pups through the wall of the compound so that they could be safe from the Taliban bombs and general cruelty of the Afghans towards the dog.

By the end of his time in Afghanistan, Farthing had more than a dozen dogs and puppies living in his makeshift sanctuary. As he prepared to leave, he was faced with the heartbreaking prospect of leaving them all behind.

We won’t spoil the ending of this powerful book, but suffice it to say that two of the dogs he rescued are now living with Pen Farthing in England. He has also set up a fantastic charity to rescue other abused dogs in Afghanistan. His work is truly inspirational and is winning the admiration and support of dog lovers everywhere. Part of the proceeds from the book will go towards his charity.

If you only buy and read one dog book this year, make it One Dog At A Time.

Dogs have become such an important part of our society, that the need for them to fit in well with other human beings and not pose a threat or a disturbance is critical to their long term acceptance by our neighbors and others around us. Not all people are dog lovers and to make sure that they’re not inconvenienced by our pets, training is essential.

Also, dog training is an integral part of a working dog’s life for them to be able to assist humans in activities like hunting and police work. Training dogs is a specialized skill since the key difficulty lies in how to communicate efficiently with them. Boxer is a working dog breed.

All dog training is a repetition of the basic principle of reward and punishment in various forms and combinations. Communication of these signals is the key to proper training. One very important thing to remember is consistency of signals. The reliability of the training depends on how well a dog is able to be sure of what your signals mean.
It must also be mentioned that different dog breeds take to training differently. Dogs like the iconic German Shepherd are very easily trained due to their high intelligence. Another important factor is the emotional state of the dog. A dog that is frightened, anxious, or insecure doesn’t train well and this reflects the importance of factors like proper socialization of puppies.

A lot of studies have shown that proper puppy socialization goes a long way towards ensuring a good temperament and receptivity towards training. Lots of handling, petting and generally being around humans in their everyday life goes a long way towards making a dog well behaved and easy to train.

Training Boxer puppies should not begin too early however, as there is evidence to show that before a certain age, the brains of puppies are not significantly developed enough to process complex learning.

Professional dog trainers are best when it comes to training your Boxer dog as they will ensure that the proper habits are set for life, including how to behave around strangers. For the safety of your dog, it is your duty as an owner to ensure that he or she is well trained.

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Formerly known as SitStayFetch, the product Secrets to Dog Training has sold over 200 000 copies. The worldwide success is explained by the proven methods the package includes to train any dog to behave well around people and other dogs and obey all of the owner’s rules and orders. Daniel Stevens’ Secrets to Dog Training will teach you how to:

• curb your dog’s aggressiveness
• make your dog understand what is right and wrong
• house train your dog
• stop your dog racing in the house
• deal with a dominant dog
• overcome separation anxiety
• stop your dog jumping on people
• apply the cutting edge Dog Whispering technique
• deal with more than one dog in the house
• stop the family cat being harrassed.

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There is a lot of interest these days in so called “Mini Boxer” puppies. Advertisements are touting them as looking just like Boxers, only 1/4 the size. It’s time to dispel a few myths.

Boxers are the sixth most popular dog breed in the United States. One of the most debated points by Dog enthusiasts, is the color of the breed. Traditionally, boxers are supposed to be either fawn or brindle in color. Other features are white patches on the paws and on the breast. Sometimes (especially in the UK), their fawn color borders on red.

Interestingly, you will never see a black boxer. This is because the breed doesn’t carry that particular gene.

White boxers have been something of an anomaly among boxers though they are by no means rare. Approximately 20-25% of boxers are either completely white, or have a white undercoat over the underling color. Like all other colors, it is genetically determined. However, since the white gene is recessive, both parents must carry the gene (Not necessarily display it) in order for a white boxer to be born.

Unfortunately, the gene that gives them this color is also linked to producing congenital hearing difficulties, or sensorineural deafness to be precise. Almost 20% of all white boxers are deaf in at least one ear. This perceived birth defect has made them unacceptable in dog shows. The American Kennel Club will not accept a white boxer registration, thought they are starting to provide that facility in a limited sense these days.

However, in spite of this unfair treatment, or perhaps because of it, there is significant demand for White Boxers as household pets. They are usually spayed or neutered in order to prevent the gene from passing along. Just like every other boxer on the planet, they show all the traits that are representative of the species and are loved by boxer fans the world over.