Dog Training for Boxers and Boxer puppies

The happy, healthy Boxer is renown for their enthusiasm - their love of life and greeting all those in it. Some say the Boxer remains a puppy through their senior years and very few Boxers will turn down a good bout of play at any age.

Also know that the Boxer is part Mastiff and part Bulldog, two ancient guard and baiting breeds, therefore they can be intimidating, territorial and scrappy or boldly aggressive. Consider the Boxer's physical traits, their exaggerated facial expressions, broad imposing chests, confident gait an tail carriage. To many dogs the mere presence of a Boxer arouses defence mechanisms. These mechanisms can be in the form of barking, lunging, running away or simply sending commanding signals back, such as a raised ears, tail and hackles. The signals may be serious warnings, curiosity, or tactical threats with no intent or wherewithal to follow through. Regardless, the Boxer will often read this body language as an invitation, whether it be to run, play, chase or fight. It's all likely to sound pretty fun to a Boxer.

These are the main reasons why many Boxer owners call in for help managing their dog. In brief, Boxers jump up; Boxers body slam; Boxers trigger other dogs to react and Boxers are strong.

The good news is that Boxers don't necessarily require experienced handlers and bonding, training and controlling a Boxer is not impossible! It is usually as easy to motivate a Boxer to respond as it is to strike the right chord of their sensitivities to squash unwanted behaviour. The best part is that connecting with your Boxer is a very rewarding experience for both dog and owner!

A well trained Boxer is an affectionate and endlessly entertaining companion. Royvon shares the below further breed profile traits, including how they incorporate the Boxer's unique characteristics into their management and training.

Royvon specialise in recall training for Boxers.

Breed Characteristics Breed Awareness/Management

The Boxer is a strong, stubborn, yet sensitive breed.

Firm, but calm and consistent obedience is essential to maintain control. The Boxer may not respond to family members who do not establish leadership, or are overly harsh.

Due to baiting instincts, the Boxer will play rough and relentless, if allowed to do so.

Avoid aggressive games, as it is not wise to encourage such unsafe and undesirable behaviour. Equally important, it is essential that the Boxer be socialised early and excessively in order to learn and practise acceptable social skills.

Due to protective instincts, the Boxer may be aggressive with strange dogs.

Be very careful where and when you let your Boxer off-lead. Be assured that you have complete control before exposing them to social situations full of distractions.

Most Boxers are highly social and thrive on being included.

Although training a Boxer may require more time and patience, they do very much enjoy the attention that positive training offers.

Due to their pushed-in face, the Boxer is more sensitive to intense and/or extreme exercise sessions and hot, stuffy weather conditions.

Do not over-work your Boxer, and be careful not to let them over-heat.

The Boxer has a unique look, unique quirks and loves attention.

A well-mannered Boxer is loyal, affectionate forever young at heart and endlessly entertaining.