DOG FAQ - How to Choose a Boxer puppy Breeder?

There are many ways and places of getting a Boxer puppy. How to choose a Boxer puppy can by facilitated by attending exhibitions. Dog shoes could be fruitful if you are looking for a dog that can compete in the future. Details of these exhibitions can be found in national publications about dogs.

These publications usually have information about breeders offering pedigree dogs for sale. A common breed puppy is not hard to find, but one from a special breed could take some time. In some countries there are guides, published and revised yearly, with details about available breeders and breeds.

Any national canine club can also help you with information. Generally, rare breeds and puppies of a very appreciated one, are very expensive. Sometimes, a breeder can have a puppy with some imperfection at a very cheap price. Be careful with those with some physical defect, cause in the long run they could be more expensive. Your veterinarian can also recommend you some breeder as long as his dogs are not too expensive.

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DOG FAQ - We have a cat and a dog, a friend has offered us a puppy, would they have a good relation?

Cats tend to ignore a new canine guest, but this doesn't mean that the cat will right away accept the newcomer. Animals need time to get along well between them, and it is not necessary to push them, avoiding possible trouble. The same happens when a new dog comes along another already established. Feed them separately to avoid fights. Remember that the newcomer is invading the other dog's territory; be sure of taking care of all the needs of the old dog, so he can feel that his dominant position is not threaten by the intruder.

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DOG FAQ - Which is better, male or female dog?

Usually male Boxer dogs have a greater tendency to run away than Boxer dogs. They could be, also, less sensible to training. Therefore, usually, blind people prefer female dogs as guides.

However, the major troubles with a female Boxer dogs are the reproduction activities that take place twice a year, and the risk of an accidental mating during these periods, and of course, pregnancy.

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DOG FAQ - Choosing a Dog for Family, Adult or Puppy?

When choosing a dog for family, you need to consider the dog's age. A young dog settles down easier than a grown one, and is better suited for a house with kids. Grown dogs can be uneasy, specially if they have had some other homes before, so they need more time to adapt to their new family. Some problems that can arise are, for instance, to respond to their new names or to stand by their new owners once they are without a leash.

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DOG FAQ - How to Choose a Boxer puppy?

How to Choose a Boxer puppy correctly can be difficult, specially when you are in front of many of them, at the same time. Remember this is a life long commitment, at least to the dogs life span, so choosing a dog should never be taken lightly. The first thing is to make up your mind about whether you want a pedigree dog or a mixed-breed one, but there are some other points to think about before buying a dog. Afterwards, adaptation and training phases will be crucial to help your Boxer puppy to settle down in his new environment, and developing into an enthusiastic and obedient grown dog. The playful nature of puppies is their main attraction, though grown dogs are more suitable to people of certain ages.

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DOG FAQ - How old should my Boxer puppy be before I start training ?

Boxer puppies start (learning) training the minute they are born but training by human intervention can start as soon as the puppy gets to your home for example The "SIT/STAY", most Boxer puppies love their food and will sit in great aniticipation of being fed..so while getting the food ready give out the command, "sit stay"....good dog, when you put the dish down, command, "take it" ...good dog, as the puppy gets older stretch out the time period. (The three P's of training, Persistance, Perseverance, and most important *Praise*. Also remember, a Boxer puppy has a very short attention span). Puppy school is a very good idea with a Boxer, being around other dogs and breeds at an early age is a must and helps eliminate the Boxer natural tendencies to belligerency, which should not be confused with aggression.

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DOG FAQ - What is the difference between show Quality and non-show Quality?

The first difference is price and this can vary from country to country, breeder to breeder but in most all cases the show Boxer puppy will be more expensive than the non-show Boxer puppy. Some differences can be as minor as coat quality or flash, or major as to be a disqualifying fault in boxers such as the White Boxer, the prices of the non-show dog vary within these parameters.

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DOG FAQ - What is the right age to take a Boxer puppy home ?

When the Boxer puppy is ready to leave it's Dam (Mother) which is most commonly around 8 weeks of age. The buyer, hopefully is ready to take the Boxer puppy home as soon as they have puppy proofed their home and have everything ready for the new puppy including a secure yard, a place inside to sleep, the right food, (the same as the breeder is feeding) fresh water daily and most of all time for love and attention.

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DOG FAQ - Are boxers easy to train?

Boxers are very easy to train, some owner train their Boxer from CD. However having said that Boxers are very smart dogs who like comic relief and will readily supply it if you don't....so the easiest way to train a Boxer is to make it fun, fun, fun, and always make the lessons different if you don't your Boxer will know what is coming next........then who is training whom!!!!!

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DOG FAQ - Do boxers shed much?

Boxer hair is coarse and so can cause a problem with removal but if a boxer is groomed regularly shedding should not be a problem.

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DOG FAQ - Do boxers drool lots?

Of all the Boxers I have ever known I have yet to come across one that drools. Boxers get a very wet mouth after drinking (as most dogs do) and will eagerly seek out the most expensive pair of pants or a bare leg to help them dry it!
Boxers mouths do get a bit mucky after eating but Boxers don't like that much either and will find a good cushion, blanket or carpet to clean their faces on!

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DOG FAQ - How big does a Boxer get?

The standard for Boxer males is 22 1/2" - 25" at the withers (the lump just below the back of the neck) Boxer Females 21" to 23 1/2"

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DOG FAQ - Do I have to crop my Boxer (make the ears stand up)?

The answer to the question is, "NO"....BUT whether you decide to or not is a question of taste, style and your own conscience, both ear styles in my opinion are very attractive and have their own advantages, my advice on this subject. Do what you feel is right for YOU and YOUR Boxer.

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