Description of breed.

The boxer dog is a medium short haired breed of dog.The breed grows to around 2 feet tall (shoulder height) and weighs around 30 Kilos.

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Without a doubt the boxer dog is an excellent choice of breed for a family dog. They are generally good around children and their playfulness and endless energy make them a good choice for a younger family. Most Boxer dogs are highly social and will get along with other pets. They can be a bit heavy handed so care should be taken with small children and pats. Boxers require a lot of exercise and you should consider this before taking one on. A dog of this size requires at least 45 minutes walking every day. The dog should be let off the lead for at least 20 minutes to run free.

Big Puppy.

The boxer is very much the Peter Pan of dogs, anyone who owns one will tell you that they are like big puppy’s. They will happily play with the children for hours. Like all dogs your dog should be supervised when playing with children. Having said this the boxer is more likely to cause injury as a result of it’s excitement or clumsiness than through aggression. Your boxer may also chew just about anything, jump up at your guests and all over your furniture so good discipline and training are essential. The shape of the dogs mouth tends to make them a bit of a messy eater.

The natural traits of the breed make them playful, inquisitive, loving and loyal. Their loyalty and bulk makes them a good choice for a guard dog. Having said that if a burglar actually got in the house, the barking may quickly stop while your boxer dog licks the burglar to death. Another trait of the boxer dogs is their stubbornness and this makes them quite a difficult dog to train.
This site gives general information about boxer dogs. If you’re serious about your dogs happiness and wellbeing we always recommend Kingdom of Pets a great place for all the information you need to raise a healthy and happy dog.

Needs Attention.

A Boxer Dog is not a good choice if you are unable to be with him / her a lot of the time as they get bored. Your dog will want to be with you most of the time and will follow you around and watch everything that you do and many will try to join in your activity. My Sister’s boxer Billy would even try to join in and would often happily dig up plants that she had just planted thinking that he was helping. He once watched my wife pick a cucumber from our garden and he quickly proceeded to pick the rest. This can be funny and sometimes annoying so be careful what you leave laying around.

Boxer Dogs Health.

Like most pedigree dog breeds the boxer dog is prone to a number of health problems. Skin and joint problems can be quite common in the breed and there are a number of other ailments that they can be prone to.

Some general information can be found on this and other websites regarding boxer dog health but you should always seek the advice of a Vet if you have concerns.

MEDICATION FOR YOUR BOXER DOG – TRADITIONAL OR HERBAL?

I love my boxer, Lilly and have cared  for her in the best way I can, so when she started limping and sitting down a lot when I was walking her, I didn’t hesitate on taking her to the vets.
She was diagnosed with arthritis of the spine and was prescribed medication for pain and medication to try and control the arthritis. My boxer had months of treatment but she didn’t seem to be improving that much so that was when I decided to research her condition and her medication and also compare it’s effects against complementary and herbal remedies. In Lilly’s case, I’m glad I did.
I have to be honest and tell you that yes Lilly did make progress when we tried various remedies on her but in her case it wasn’t due to just the herbal remedies but I sincerely believe that they helped her to recover quicker than when she was taking only prescribed medication and I am pleased to say that she is back to her old self again.
I would like to share with you some of the things that I found out about prescribed medicines and herbal remedies, see what your thoughts are and whether you would consider trying  herbal and complimentary remedies, should your boxer fall ill.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MODERN MEDICINES.

Modern day drugs were seen as a great success of the 20th century and most of them can be used on dog’s.  All drugs are thoroughly tested before they reach the shelf but they all still have unwanted side effects, especially if the wrong dose is given or they were prescribed for the wrong thing.
Anti-Biotics are very effective at destroying bacteria and fungi but they also destroy good microbes. Vaccines make your boxer’s immune system stimulate to protect it from lethal diseases but they can cause adverse reactions. Painkillers relieve pain and stress, whilst allowing the body to repair itself but they can also irritate the stomach and become addictive. Anaesthetics wipe out all feeling and pain in the dog but accidents with anaesthetics have and do happen with potentially life threatening consequences.

DRUG TOXICITY AND ALLERGY

Prescribed drugs for your boxer dog may cause toxicity in more than one area of it‘s body system, that is, problems resulting in brain or nerve damage, (such as blindness or deafness ), liver or kidney damage or failure and bone marrow suppression.
A drug may act as a poison and be toxic if too much is given or if it has been  prescribed for too long and even if the body is not rid of it properly. Sometimes the dog’s own body see’s the medication as ‘foreign’ and then has an immune response to it, the immune response may itself cause health problems in your boxer. You and your vet should be aware of any adverse reactions, whether it be mild allergic symptoms, like itching and scratching, facial swelling, rashes or hives, watery eyes, vomiting, diarrhoea and joint inflammation. More severe reactions include difficulty in breathing, collapse and even death.
Drugs are mostly prescribed according to your dog’s weight. Exact dosing can be critical, so never ever assume that what is safe for humans is safe for your dog because you could kill it.

COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES FOR DOGS.

These remedies for your boxer may include feeding plans, homeopathic remedies, herbal remedies and physical and other pain relief therapy. If you want to use complementary treatments for your dog, you should still go and visit a vet for advice. He or she will either advise you themselves or put you in touch with someone who is qualified in this area. Make sure you remember to tell them what remedies you have been treating your boxer dog with and what for.
All dog complementary medicines, herbal, homeopathic, biochemic tissue salt and flower remedies are all available over the counter products. Dog herbal remedies commonly sold are Echinacea for the immune system, comfrey for wounds, lavender as an antiseptic, marigold for inflamed skin and garlic for digestive disorders. All of these are readily available for your boxer dog but the therapeutic value of herbal products varies a lot depending on the method of it’s preparation, that is why it’s best to seek your vet’s advice, most practices now dispense complementary remedies from reliable sources.
Traditional or modern herbal medicines are not necessarily safer than conventional drugs and are not a substitute for professional vetinary advice. Some remedies, though, can be useful nutrional supplements for your Boxer. Evening primrose oil, for example, is often given to reduce itching in certain skin conditions. So, too, is flax oil and marine fish oil.
All of these supplements contain fatty acids thought to be beneficial in controlling or reducing the inflammatory response but on the other side of the coin, if you were to use tea tree oil on your boxer, although it has excellent anti-fungal properties, it is toxic in it’s concentrated form and can upset your dog’s skin and boxer’s are already known to be prone to skin problems and obviously things like this can happen with other herbal remedies.

At the end of the day, whichever method you decide to choose to treat your boxer dog, the thing I can’t stress the most, is to ask your vet about both types of treatments, the pros and the cons, learn about it, understand it and you will find what works best for your dog.

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BOXER DOG TRAINING TIPS

Below is a brief overview of some general Boxer Dog training tips. If you’re serious about your dog we always recommend Kingdom of Pets as a  great place for all the information you need to raise a healthy and happy dog.

This tip is really for the Boxer dog that has forgotten it’s house training, which does sometimes happen under certain circumstance. It could be sex related urine marking, sudden activity in the house, like a party, changes in the primary leader in the household, say for instance after a split in a relationship, the arrival of another pet,fear, stress ,anxiety, excitement or a medical problem.

Firstly you will have to find the cause before you deal with it and as this may be difficult, it would be best to seek a vet’s advice.

Choke chains are unnecessary when training your dog. Use a half choke which is part fabric, part choke if you really feel the need to use a choke at all.. I personally think you can benefit hugely when training your Boxer from using a harness, these are much kinder all round for the dog and gives the dog the feeling that he is leading you rather than you leading him so with the help of some training treats you will find that your Boxer will be quite happy to partake in his training.

Although training treats are great for training your Boxer, nutritional and ready available in many outlets, you may wish to use a squeaky toy that triggers interest in your Boxer dog or puppy and use that as a reward.

For Boxer puppies, puppy classes are a bonus. They are like pre-school for pups, an ideal environment for learning, socialising and moulding your Boxer pups behaviour. There is a restricted puppy age group, preferably under 16 weeks. Free play for your Boxer puppy takes place amongst selected groups of puppies. The classes usually last about an hour and run for about 6 weeks. Your own vet practise will be able to recommend a class for your puppy.

When you have chosen a puppy class, you should look out for the following when you first attend. Classes should be closely supervised, including free play. Confident puppies should not be allowed to intimidate shyer puppies, in-fact bolder puppies should be selected to their own play group. You and your Boxer puppy should be sent home with homework to do before the next class.

When your Boxer puppy has completed the 6 week course, you and your pup will be well on the way to having a good trusting relationship and understanding. Most of all, love your Boxer, puppy or dog and the reward you get back is simply nothing but love, loyalty and friendship all absolutely unconditional.

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BOXER DOG HEALTH
Health Problems that your Boxer might be prone to.

Is it wise to get pet insurance for your Boxer dog, in my opinion, yes. Not only will you be covered for accidents and injury along with peace of mind if your dog should need emergency medical treatment and also it comes into it’s own when your dog becomes elderly because that is generally when they will visit the vet’s most.

Another good reason to get your Boxer dog insured is because like all other breeds
of dog, Boxer’s have their own set of health problems that they may be prone to, however that does not mean to say
that your Boxer will ever suffer from any of them.
According to actual statistics from Britain’s largest pet insurer, the Boxer is one of the breeds of dog that is most at risk from dying from cancer including mast cell tumours at around the age of eight years old, it occurs on the dog’s skin. Boxer’s are also prone to bone tumours.

IMMUNE-MEDIATED MENINGITIS IN THE BOXER DOG.
This is a rare condition, inflammation of arteries in the membranes that line the brain. It has been seen in young Boxer dog’s. Affected Boxer’s suffer from intermittent apparent neck pain, rigitity and a reluctance to move.

BOXER DOG’S PREDISPOSITION TO HEALTH PROBLEMS.
Boxer dog’s are prone to skin problems and just as breeds vary in their susceptibility to different disorders and diseases, they also vary in their response to drugs used to treat them. With the Boxer, greater care must be taken when sedating is in order.
Dog’s such as Boxer’s have smooth, thin coats and they need brushing about once a week. Use a hound-glove, which you can buy at most pet shop’s, or alternatively a rubber brush is good, again you can buy this from a pet shop who will also have a huge range of dog grooming brushes available.
Brush gently with the lie of the coat This action removes loose hair and stimulates the skin’s oil glands to make the coat healthy and sleek. Stubborn debris may be removed by applying cooking oil to soften it. Boxer’s are prone to hair problems that alters the quantity and quality of it’s hair.
Skin dermatitis maybe another problem for the white Boxer dog, as the coat is predisposed to produce excessive amounts of antibodies and have higher incidence of skin allergies.

FOOD AND FEEDING YOUR BOXER DOG.

A well balanced diet is vital for the good health of your Boxer dog. The easiest way to provide a balanced diet is to use a premium food, containing high quality nutrients, from a reputable manufacturer.

Good nutrition for your dog is not the same as it is for us, remember your Boxer dog is really a scavenging carnivore, preferring meat, humans are omnivores, able to digest almost any food. Did you know that chocolate may lift our spirits but excessive amounts fed to your Boxer can poison it!

DRY AND MOIST FOOD FOR YOUR BOXER.

The convenience of all in one dry food has made this form of canine nourishment the most popular type of dog food. These dry foods are cooked under high pressure and then dried, the food has to go through a long chemical change before it reaches your dog’s mouth. Wherever possible, use dry food within six months months of the manufacture label date. You can feed your Boxer hard bones,which will not splinter when bitten.

Canned (moist) food, mixed with dry food, remains the most popular form of feeding dog’s in Britain, the way it is produced means no preservative is needed. These foods are highly palatable to your Boxer dog or puppy, most are nutritionally complete, however it provides no exercise for your Boxer’s teeth, so you must provide an alternative “chew” to maintain the health of your Boxer’s teeth and gums.

Canned food tends to go off quickly if not eaten straight away. Alternatively you can home cook for your Boxer dog! Remember not to feed muscle meat alone because it is low in vitamins and calcium. Boxer’s are not solely meat eaters, their natural diet includes meat and plant matter from prey animals intestines. Mix meat with other foods, such as rice. Avoid tofu and other bean sources as they can cause your Boxer dog to have stomach bloat, which can be life threatning. Take care with dairy products because an adult Boxer is liable to be lactose intolerant and will suffer diarrhoea. Here is a simple home made meal for your dog, with every thing it needs in it.

Chicken 70g or 2 ½ oz

Liver 30g or 1 oz

Uncooked rice 140g or 5 0z

Sterilised bone meal 10g or 3/8 oz

Iodised salt A pinch

Sunflower or corn oil 2g or ½ tsp

METHOD

Cook the rice, bonemeal, salt and sunflower oil in twice the volume of water. Bring to boil and simmer for approx 20 mins. Add the chicken and liver and simmer for a further 10 mins.

Cool and then serve to your Boxer dog, who will really enjoy and benefit from it. For your Boxer this will produce about 800kal of energy, enough to feed an active Boxer dog for the day!

Introducing your Boxer Puppy to your Home.

The Boxer Dog-Your Family Pet?

Here is a guide based on a scale ranging from 1 to 5 to help you decide whether you get a Boxer Dog Puppy.

SCALE SIZE 1 BEING THE SMALLEST. 5 BEING THE  LARGEST.

QUESTION SCALE 1 BEING THE LOWEST. 5 BEING THE HIGHEST.

Boxer Dog Puppies should always stay with their mum until they are 8 weeks old. If you have decided on getting a Boxer pup then you can obtain one from many potential sources. Breeders, neighbours, pet shops, your local vetinary surgery, dog shelters and advertisments. Boxer dog puppies are extraordinarily inquisitive so remove breakable and chewable items from your chosen puppy’s territory.

Keep outside doors closed. Your Boxer dog puppy will not be past it’s major
chewing stage until it is about 10 months old! When you get your new Boxer puppy home, keep it in a quiet, calm room, until the pup settles in. Minutes for some pups, days for others. If you allready have other pets, you may find that they resent the puppy for a while, introduce them at intervals, when the Boxer puppy is asleep. Make sure you move your puppy’s feeding bowl away from your other pet’s bowls. As soon as possible introduce your Boxer dog puppy to an area you have chosen for the pup to go to the toilet. Puppies generally need to go to the loo when they have just woken or have just had a meal. Always reward your Boxer puppy for performing this act. This teaches the puppy that when it goes in the right place, it will get a tasty snack and will quickly pick this up.

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