Boxer Puppy - Page 2

thebrad84 · 05-30-2007, 02:47 PM

My fiancee and I are looking at dogs and I was curious if anyone here owns or has owned a boxer before. We would both like a dog that doesn't shed very much and is very playful and loving. We've also heard that some boxers have an issue with drooling. Any and all information on boxers from owners/previous owners would be appreciated.

eazyb81 · 05-31-2007, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Pushead2

I would like a Boxer but I have an apartment. I want a english bulldog but they are too much money.

I want an English Bully too, I think that's going to be my next dog.

Delano · 05-31-2007, 10:52 AM

Whatever dog you guys want, make sure to do all the research on health issues and special considerations for the breed.

El Jefe · 05-31-2007, 10:53 AM

Boxers arent the best dog out there, you want to know what is...........Its the Miniature Schnauzer, a lot of people know my receant loss of my dog (RIP), I just got a puppy last saturday may 26th. We have breed miniature schnauzers, and almost every breeder knows you shouldnt let a puppy go before she is 8 weeks, some let em go at 7-7 1/2 weeks, we held our 8 weeks. I found an AKC registered miniature schnauzer female puppy, tail docked, dew claws removed, 1st shots and everything. We went to see the puppies, she had 3 puppies left all females. I didnt want a male, female mini schnauzers sell really quick, even though the males are cheaper to buy.

I priced mini's out and they run any where from 700 and up. I found some for 500 dollars but it cost you 300 for the breeding papers! So I found this ad in the Columbus Dispatch for the mini's and it said 300 dollars, I was very much a skeptic at the time. We went and saw they and they had legit papers really healthy and looked great. The problem was it was a very very low income white neighborhood that was about as friendly as a prison. She said she would get people call and when they found out where she was they wouldnt come. Well long story short I bought the puppy come to find out she is only 5 weeks on the day. So we have been feeding her a home made special "gruel" we make that has extra vitamins and they love it. You shouldnt sell puppies at 5 weeks IMO. The funny part is I feed her 5 times a day and she wakes me up crying at 3-5 am anywhere in there and I hate getting up but that what you get into with a puppy that young. I would have liked her at 8 weeks but her enviroment was pretty nast. The lady let them run free while at work, so they pooped and peed at will where ever they were. The smell was awful, so it was the puppies, the mother, and a huge pitbull all running around on their own accord. I love puppies, I just cant believe how many people on here have had a boxer, must be some awesome dogs, good luck with your puppy.

BIG_DADDY · 05-31-2007, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by eazyb81

I want an English Bully too, I think that's going to be my next dog.

Here in awhile I may be doing the same thing. I have an excellent connection out here and if you want me to look for you when I start looking for mine I will. They are some of the top bullies in the country and are bred in San Jose.

Delano · 05-31-2007, 11:05 AM

Here is my boy at three months.

BIG_DADDY · 05-31-2007, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Delano

Here is my boy at three months.

Good looking dog.

Always liked boxers. I would get one myself if I wasn't so hooked on Bully Breeds

**The Bad Guy** · 05-31-2007, 11:10 AM

I have a mini schnauzer and debated getting a boxer.Since my fiance had a schnauzer before, we went with that breed. Great dog, very protective, excellent watch dog. Not big, but full of life and energy. Cons are he doesn't play well with other dogs, barks at everyone he doesn't know. Doesn't shed, which is great.I didn't get his ears cropped because I think that's ridiculous and I won't cut him to look ridiculous like other minis.Overall, great dog. I'm sure we couldn't have gone wrong with getting a boxer either.

**Lzen** · 05-31-2007, 11:13 AM

I have 2 boxers that are now about 7 months old. They are great pets. Very loyal and loving. Very good with the kids. They need to be walked every day if possible because they have a lot of energy. Otherwise, they will get bored and probably tear up stuff.

Oh, the thing with the gas. Yeah, mine had gas for a while. They hardly have it anymore since I switched to better food. Also, I think the lamb makes them fart a lot more than something like chicken.

They are also prone to allergies. There are a couple foods that help with that, though - Natural Balance and California Natural. There may be more, but these are the ones that I know.

I feel bad for my male pup I am on vacation in Florida right now. He has recently become my shadow. He will follow me around the home - upstairs, downstairs, the garage, everywhere. I have been gone for a week now and we had to leave them with my BIL. At least he has a boxer so they have something to keep them busy. I'll be glad to get back home to them on Saturday.

**Lzen** · 05-31-2007, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Delano

Also: www.Boxerworld.com

Great site. Lots of good info on there. Do you have a username over there? Mine is Arrowpup.

Delano · 05-31-2007, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by BIG_DADDY

Good looking dog.

Always liked boxers. I would get one myself if I wasn't so hooked on Bully Breeds

I would have picked up a pitbull if not for my wife. She loves boxers.

My dad raised pitbulls and I have many pictures of my little toddler ass sitting around with several of the dogs licking me. I always get a good chuckle out of the clowns that make a big deal out of "vicious" dogs when I think of my childhood. (off tangent before this gets pushed to DC)

IMO, a boxer is a good trade-off.

**Lzen** · 05-31-2007, 11:20 AM

That is good looking pup, Delano. He looks like he is gonna be a stocky dog. He may end up being on the high end up the weight range for boxers. I think my male will be, as well.

Delano · 05-31-2007, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Lzen

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I feel bad for my male pup I am on vacation in Florida right now. He has recently become my shadow. He will follow me around the home - upstairs, downstairs, the garage, everywhere. I have been gone for a week now and we had to leave them with my BIL. At least he has a boxer so they have something to keep them busy. I'll be glad to get back home to them on Saturday.

That is one thing about Boxers, is that they are INCREDIBLY loyal and absolutely MUST be in their owners business. Otto is my shadow.

My wife uses boxerworld, and I generally do not, but I know it is filled with good stuff.

Micjones · 05-31-2007, 11:21 AM

I've wanted a boxer pup for a number of years.
Thanks for all the great information.

Delano · 05-31-2007, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Lzen

That is good looking pup, Delano. He looks like he is gonna be a stocky dog. He may end up being on the high end up the weight range for boxers. I think my male will be, as well.

Heh, I just realized I had taken that picture right after he took a leak so his body is kinda kinked around. He squats instead of lifting a leg. Does Arrow pee with a leg up or squatting?

Delano · 05-31-2007, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Micjones

I've wanted a boxer pup for a number of years.
Thanks for all the great information.

If you are an active person, they are perfect. If not they are a handful.

edit: My neighbor doesn't take enough time for his boxer and that dog is mean and noone will walk down the sidewalk when he is out. I realized he needs some attention and when they leave him out in the yard I sneak in and give him some good attention.

05-30-2007, 02:47 PM
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05-31-2007, 10:52 AM	#17
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05-31-2007, 10:53 AM	#18
El Jefe Don't tread on me. Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Where the peaches grow Casino cash: $9030572	Boxers arent the best dog out there, you want to know what is...........Its the Miniature Schnauzer, a lot of people know my receant loss of my dog (RIP), I just got a puppy last saturday may 26th. We have breed miniature schnauzers, and almost every breeder knows you shouldnt let a puppy go before she is 8 weeks, some let em go at 7-7 1/2 weeks, we held our 8 weeks. I found an AKC registered miniature schnauzer female puppy, tail docked, dew claws removed, 1st shots and everything. We went to see the puppies, she had 3 puppies left all females. I didnt want a male, female mini schnauzers sell really quick, even though the males are cheaper to buy. I priced mini's out and they run any where from 700 and up. I found some for 500 dollars but it cost you 300 for the breeding papers! So I found this ad in the Columbus Dispatch for the mini's and it said 300 dollars, I was very much a skeptic at the time. We went and saw they and they had legit papers really healthy and looked great. The problem was it was a very very low income white neighborhood that was about as friendly as a prison. She said she would get people call and when they found out where she was they wouldnt come. Well long story short I bought the puppy come to find out she is only 5 weeks on the day. So we have been feeding her a home made special "gruel" we make that has extra vitamins and they love it. You shouldnt sell puppies at 5 weeks IMO. The funny part is I feed her 5 times a day and she wakes me up crying at 3-5 am anywhere in there and I hate getting up but that what you get into with a puppy that young. I would have liked her at 8 weeks but her enviroment was pretty nast. The lady let them run free while at work, so they pooped and peed at will where ever they were. The smell was awful, so it was the puppies, the mother, and a huge pitbull all running around on their own accord. I love puppies, I just cant believe how many people on here have had a boxer, must be some awesome dogs, good luck with your puppy.
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05-31-2007, 11:05 AM	#20
Delano [b]Supporter[/b] Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: A Hypnagogic Landscape Casino cash: $9115015	Here is my boy at three months. Attached Thumbnails __________________ A million CPilgrims face Mecca. Think of the power behind that fact. All logging in now. And bending. And praying. ChiefsPlanet is the angle at which realities meet. - Don DeLillo
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05-31-2007, 11:10 AM	#22
The Bad Guy Scott Pioli Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: The Copacobana Casino cash: $9373645	I have a mini schnauzer and debated getting a boxer.Since my fiance had a schnauzer before, we went with that breed. Great dog, very protective, excellent watch dog. Not big, but full of life and energy. Cons are he doesn't play well with other dogs, barks at everyone he doesn't know. Doesn't shed, which is great.I didn't get his ears cropped because I think that's ridiculous and I won't cut him to look ridiculous like other minis.Overall, great dog. I'm sure we couldn't have gone wrong with getting a boxer either. __________________
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05-31-2007, 11:13 AM	#23
Lzen Supporter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Jan Quadrant Vincent 16 Casino cash: $2250692	I have 2 boxers that are now about 7 months old. They are great pets. Very loyal and loving. Very good with the kids. They need to be walked every day if possible because they have a lot of energy. Otherwise, they will get bored and probably tear up stuff. Oh, the thing with the gas. Yeah, mine had gas for a while. They hardly have it anymore since I switched to better food. Also, I think the lamb makes them fart a lot more than something like chicken. They are also prone to allergies. There are a couple foods that help with that, though - Natural Balance and California Natural. There may be more, but these are the ones that I know. I feel bad for my male pup I am on vacation in Florida right now. He has recently become my shadow. He will follow me around the home - upstairs, downstairs, the garage, everywhere. I have been gone for a week now and we had to leave them with my BIL. At least he has a boxer so they have something to keep them busy. I'll be glad to get back home to them on Saturday. __________________ If at first you don't succeed ...skydiving is not for you.
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05-31-2007, 11:20 AM	#26
Lzen Supporter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Jan Quadrant Vincent 16 Casino cash: $2250692	That is good looking pup, Delano. He looks like he is gonna be a stocky dog. He may end up being on the high end up the weight range for boxers. I think my male will be, as well. __________________ If at first you don't succeed ...skydiving is not for you.
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05-31-2007, 11:21 AM	#28
Micjones Whose house? Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: KCMO Casino cash: $10005180	I've wanted a boxer pup for a number of years. Thanks for all the great information.
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