TIPS TO KEEP YOUR BOXER DOG HEALTHY AND HAPPY A lot of things come together to make up the best boxer dog care. And the type of care that your boxer dog receives daily affects not only his health but has long-lasting effects on how he lives in the long term. Getting your boxer dog…

Snoring It is the holiday season and a period where everyone is traveling, spending time with family, and having fun. If you have a boxer dog, this is not the time to leave him behind and worrying about what may be going on with your boxer dog at home. Part of your boxer dog care…

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR BOXER DOGS IN WINTER The winter season brings with it the holidays, Christmas, and several other celebrations. It, of course, takes its toll on everyone, and this is the period that you should be thinking about your boxer dogs. If your location gets a noticeable change in humidity and temperature,…

Snoring We’ve all done it, we’ve all denied it, but snoring happens to the best of us. It also happens to our four-legged friends. Just like with humans, snoring is common with boxers. Don’t be surprised as you turn in for the night that a loud snort or rumbling vibration from the dog bed disturbs…

Barking at the Mailman At one point we’ve all been the neighbor to someone with a dog who barks at everything. Walk out your door, and you are assaulted with the roaring challenge of an aggressive bark. If you’ve ever delivered door to door as a mailman, pizza delivery, or even a paper carrier you…

What to know before adding another Boxer Puppy to your family. Have you seen some cute Boxer puppies for sale but you already have a dog at home? You may imagine that they will simply be the best of friends when you bring the new puppy home, but there are things to consider. In most…

Vaccinations To make sure that your puppy will be protected against dangerous and sometimes fatal canine diseases, vaccinations are a crucial step. All puppies should be vaccinated otherwise they will most likely live short lives. Do not believe that just because your puppy is healthy and isn’t exposed to other dogs that they won’t be…

What to do to eradicate those critters! Well, folks, we are in the dog days of summer here in Ohio, and unfortunately, fleas flourish in a warm humid climate like this. So even if you have a brand-new Boxer Puppy who up until now has never had so much as an itch that needs scratching,…

Debunking common myths Summer is in full swing here in Ohio and I am sure your new Boxer Puppy is enjoying playing outside. Now that the rain is subsiding, and the sun is shining we have beautiful green grass for your Boxer puppy to roll around and even take a nap in. Have you noticed…

Why some bones are safe, and some are dangerous. There are 2 major factors that affect whether a bone is considered dangerous. Size, and Structure! Structure: The most dangerous element is the structure. When a meat bone is cooked it loses its calcium as well as the moisture (which evaporates as the bone cools). This…

Chewing and Nipping How To Keep Your Pup From Developing These Bad Habits. When you pup reaches about 4 months old, he or she will begin teething. (Keep in mind every pup is different, however if by age 6 months you do not notice signs of teething you may want to have him checked). When…

What to expect as your puppy grows. Aging Milestones 8 weeks: More than likely this is when you picked up your new family member because this is the age, they are finally able to leave their mother. Your pup, at this stage, needs to be “free-fed” this means instead of having scheduled meal times just…

Why do Boxer's have their ears and tails docked? Is this something I should do?

Step by Step Instructions for Success So many times, a family brings their new member home with great hopes, only to be disappointed by the problems that can occur from improper house training. How many times have you seen a family with a new pet, and a few months down the road you hear they…

Everything you need to know about shedding. As far as shedding fur goes, the Boxer breed is considered to be a “moderate” shedder. However, like with every animal that wears a coat, you will notice more shedding at certain times of the year. It really all depends on the climate in which you live and…

Facts you need to know to Keep Your Boxer Healthy! What NOT to Feed Your Boxer! One of the hardest things to do is to say no when your sweet baby is looking at you, begging for just a bite, with that adorable boxer face!  It is true that dogs can survive on a diet…

Giving Your Puppy a Bath If you are a new puppy parent, these tips might help you be prepared in bathing your new family member. Keep in mind; don’t wash your puppy before they are eight weeks old (try to wait until 12 weeks if you can). Also, it is best to bathe them about…

Caring for your puppy’s paws Spring will be here before we know it! As our ground is thawing out we are often left with a mushy, wet, muddy, mess, at least until we get enough sunshine to start the “drying” process. And you know puppies can not resist romping around in the warmer climate! Who…

AKC Questions Being the oldest purebred dog registry in the United States, the American Kennel Club registers the top breeds. When registering your dog this will create a lineage for them gaining information about their bloodline, but where do you start? What is the first step in registering my dog? The first thing you’ll need…

Boxers and Separation Anxiety Leaving your boxer can be a concerning task, especially with a puppy as you don’t know how they’ll react to you being away. Some dogs don’t mind being alone, but boxers often have separation anxiety. Though you may think that this just causes some whining that is not the case. Some…

Boxer Dental Care Bringing your new boxer puppy home is always a fun and exciting time for the whole family. When your new puppy comes home it’s often scary to think about all the stuff that comes with having a new puppy. One thing many owners often don’t think of is dental health for their…

Feeding Your Boxer When you get a new boxer puppy it can sometimes be hard to know what they like and don’t like to eat verses what they should and shouldn’t eat. This task can often be overwhelming to some new puppy parents, but it doesn’t have to be with a few simple rules to…

Winter Care for Boxers Winter is in full swing and if you live where the temperatures drop its time to make sure that your boxer is taken care of even with the temperatures dropping. While a chilly day here or there won’t affect your boxer, weeks and months of cold weather can. You may notice…

History of Boxers Often when looking to add a new puppy to the family it’s interesting to find out the history of the breed. Boxers are an interesting breed, highly intelligent and smart dogs that are extremely loyal. When it comes to breeds that are good in families Boxers are a great choice for any…

Why Boxer Puppies Are Good For Families Boxer puppies make a great addition to any family for several reasons. If you are looking for the perfect pet to add to your family, boxers are a great choice. Boxers are overly affectionate dogs as well as intelligent animals and very sweet and loyal. Boxers are often…

Characteristics of Boxers Trying to decide whether a boxer puppy is right for you? Let us help! Boxer puppies are very intelligent, loyal animals. Boxers are also very social and tend to not do well when left home alone for long periods of time. Boxers tend to weigh about 65-80lbs for male boxers and for…

What to Know before bringing home your Puppy! Boxer puppies make a great addition to the family but before you bring home your new puppy there are some things you may want to consider. As with bringing any new pup into the home, you’ll want to do your research and make sure that the puppy…