Things You'll Need:
- Dental Kits (for Dogs)
- Dog Beds
- Dog Brushes
- Dog Collars
- Dog Dishes
- Dog Flea/tick Control Medication
- Dog Food
- Dog Leashes
- Dog Shampoo
- Nail Clippers For Dogs
- Dog Shampoo
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Step 1
Don't hesitate to choose a boxer if you have children. These warm, loyal dogs are very protective of children and love to play.
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Step 2
Select a boxer if you are looking for a friendly, obedient dog. Boxers, while very playful at times, can also settle down with their owners for several hours of quiet time.
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Step 3
Consider a boxer if you are a city dweller or live in an apartment. Boxers do not do well in extreme cold or in hot, humid environments and are generally happy to stay indoors as long as they get a vigorous walk each day.
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Step 4
Learn about the individual dog's personality. Let signs of hyperactivity, aggression or shyness serve as warnings of trouble to come. The ideal boxer is calm but alert, with spirit and courage.
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Step 5
Look at a boxer's features. A good boxer will be medium-sized and squarely built, with a short back. He will have strong legs and a short coat. He'll be full of energy but not hyperactive, with an air of confidence. A boxer's head should be proportional to his body. The coat may be fawn (yellow-brown), brindle (gray or tawny with darker streaks), all white or white with patches of fawn or brindle. The white area on a fawn or brindle boxer should cover no more than one-third of the coat.
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Step 6
Expect a full-grown male to reach 22 to 25 inches and to weigh between 60 and 70 lbs. Females will reach 21 to 24 inches and will weigh between 55 and 65 lbs.
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Step 7
Check out potential breeders very carefully; ask if they are members of breed, specialty or obedience clubs. You can check references through clubs to make sure the breeder does not run a puppy mill (a place where puppies are constantly bred for financial gain - without consideration of the integrity of the breed) and that he or she carefully screens for health problems before breeding.
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Step 8
Think about adopting a boxer from an animal shelter or a boxer rescue organization. But be aware that rescued boxers may have disciplinary problems and may have been neglected or abused. Be prepared to spend a lot of time training your puppy or dog.
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Step 9
Note that you will probably pay between $300 and $1,500 for a boxer.
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Step 10
Be prepared to enjoy a full 9 to 12 years with your boxer, as this is the boxer's average life expectancy.
Comments
joeleliza said
on 12/30/2007 I have a Boxer-Male-He is very much like my dream dog.He is all i can say a dog can do-love you-listen to you,miss you when you are not there, and yea one thing i would like to mention about him is- when i am away for work my boxer stays quiet as trained for several long hours and waits patiently for me-jumps on me when i come and then rushes to do PP and Potty.Honestly he is one good boy i have ever had. He is very sensitive to my talk and the way i talk,he knows and understands me like a human-
one thing i would say lastly- if u are looking for a dog who would express his emotions the best and be a semi-human with u . Choose a boxer- ,thats the best family dog i have ever seen.
Joel Palaskar
Pune,M.S,India.
Morenita121219 said
on 7/12/2007 We got a boxer in Feb. I really wanted to get one because my husband had one as a little boy and it died unexpectedly and he was forever crushed and missed his boxer. So I got him/us one, and boy do we love him. This dog is the best dog ever, he is playful, very obidient, submissive and just so much fun to have around. We have a seven year old who he jumps all over .... he is her "brother", since she is an only child. They get along great, as well as with our cat!!! Boxers do have terrible gas, and wow does he snore!!! But everything else is such a plus....it doesn't matter. This is the smartest, most loyal, family type, fun dog I have ever had. I definitely recommend a Boxer!!
Anonymous said
on 8/8/2006 I have two Boxers (have had 4 throughout my life so far) and have to say they're amazing pets! If you have children, I strongly suggest a Boxer. I have never seen one snip or nip--they just love to play and lick children. My dogs play a lot and remain very active. They have an electric fence (they don't go near the boundaries, since we have 5 acres) and stay in crates when we are not home. They're well disciplined and nothing but bundles of love! Our female is much calmer (and chunkier), our male, however, is not fixed (as we plan to breed) and very active. They're one year apart and adapted incredibly well to each other. We've never had any big problems, except the male likes to get into garbage. Neither have ever chewed anything of value to anyone in my home. All in all, they're great dogs-I'd strongly suggest getting one!
Anonymous said
on 6/30/2006 I have a 3 1/2 year old Boxer, female. What a great dog! Funny, so funny. The facial expressions are great! This dog makes me laugh every day. I would highly recommend a Boxer for any family. Although they do get to bouncing around pretty hard at times, and they are very playful, they have down-time to nap (usually on the couch). Having a dog without a tail is great. The short hair is also a plus. I prefer the ears not to be cropped. Go get your Boxer today!
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Keep your Boxers on a consistent diet. Don't change foods on them because you will regret it. They have sensitive stomachs and may get terrible gas, vomit, diarrhea or all of the above. This means that you will also have to limit treats. Definitely no table scraps. My Boxers love freeze dried liver treats and it doesn't upset their tummies.