I have owned four boxers over the last 18 years. Reasons 1 - 4 were never as bad as he says. Its all about how you train them. They adjust to your lifestyle very easily. Patience and firmness are the keys. Don't let this guy dissuade you from getting a boxer. Best dogs ever.
I agree! Mine were not difficult at all! Different? For sure! My female was quiet, hardly barked, lazy, liked laying around! Never even pulled on a leash, never was aggressive. My boy, different story! Big and beautiful as heck! But, more aggressive, had to ‘ sit ‘ on him once in awhile!! Smart, strong, loyal and perfect looking ! Got lots of attention from people! But, he had to be watched, he was very protective!
I agree, I hv owned 2 in 20 yrs and they r truly the perfect breed, both Athena and Buster adapted to my lifestyle! And mannerisms. So obedient all I had to do was raise my voice and they would snap back to full attention to me, almost like teenagers. Their energy levels were high but quickly adapted to my routine.
Yes, mine took 3 years as well, to become calmer and more reasonable. However, in his 3rd year he tried to jump all kind of female dog around him! Before, he was not so much interested, he liked castrated males more or did not really know, what to do with the ladies... 😂🙈
Boxers are an amazing breed. I got my first boxer pup in my early 20’s and was able to train him and exercise daily. He eventually became the ultimate family dog and is sorely missed. Since then, I’ve rescued two older boxers and they don’t require as much exercise and attention as younger pups. They’ve adapted well to family life without all the maintenance. I highly recommend a boxer rescue, especially if you don’t have the time and energy to commit to a pup.
I've owned five boxers in my lifetime and think his reasons are spot on. I would never own a different breed, but these are important considerations for future boxer owners.
I own a 5 year boxer he’s the smartest dog I’ve ever owned the puppy stage was rough because of his high energy but i love him so much he’s helped my depression a lot
Great video! I drool, have lots of energy, I'm intelligent, don't like to be alone, and health issues, I think I'm a boxer. I rescued 3 boxers over the last 17 years and each one of them were very special in my life. I found my fourth one in front of my house and I believe that it was destiny because i was going through tough times. I do not see myself without a boxer, they are a part me.
My boxers and boxer mixes have been the best dogs I've ever owned. I grieve terribly for their passing. It was losing a besf friend. Their loyalty and loving nature and the pure joy they bring make every morning a joy to come downstairs to their greeting . I can live with drool. I can drive and have my buddy with me rather than fly.. and they trusted I would come home from work and never destroyed anything. They just want to please and be loved.
I had my first boxer as a puppy. He never had separation anxiety (I didnt know they were prone to it). We'd come home and he'd be laying on the carpet chill as could be, and as soon as he saw us he'd leap up and give us a happy wigglebutt welcome. He died at 10.5 yrs old from cancer (mass cell tumor). My second boxer I got when she was 5, she had some separation anxiety (possibly). If we left and she was left out of her crate, she would pull random things down from the counter, sometimes the trash (but wouldn't eat them). If she was in her crate, she was fine. She died a few months after her 9th birthday from lymphoma. Boxers are very very likely to get cancer so it's imperative that you get any weird symptoms or strange lumps looked at immediately. I love my Biscuit and Duchess to pieces 💕 Lemme just add that both dogs had cancer more than once. Biscuit had a growth taken off his ear, then his side, and then his last bump is what killed him. Duchess came to us with a few different bumps (some blood pockets and one was a mass cell tumor just starting on her tummy) and then the lymphoma we didnt catch until her lymph nodes in her neck began to swell. So you really really have to watch. I wish your pups good health 💕
I love boxer puppy so much I have a boxer puppy name Rory she is so sweet and she is white and she has to different color eyes blue and hazel and she is deaf and she is so sweet and so nice to other dogs ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Boxers are my favorite breed. Perfect for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Training my 3rd boxer pup currently and he is perfect. I wouldn’t own any other dog.
Despite the title of this video, it is clear the presenter loves and appreciates boxers. He is pretty much “spot on” with his comments, although individual boxers may vary in how much of each behavior they exhibit. Our family has had boxers for three generations and would not even consider another breed. I got a chuckle out of the comments about being a guard dog. When the door bell would ring, our dogs would bark and rush to the door drooling all the way. A delivery person would cringe, immediately back away from the door and ask, “...does it bite?? My response was always, “Yes, she is very dangerous and if she gets loose, she could lick you to death.” LOVE THE BOXER!
I had two boxer’s, they both where calm inside the house, calm around my elderly mother, they I miss my girls, they loved each other, & they both very loving, Boxers are the best
I've had 3 boxers. None drooled. 2 high energy. 1 low energy. All three love(d) to constantly whimper / cry when bored. After having 2 high energy boxers I figured that my third boxer pup would eventually get a companion. This time I got a Boston terrier pup to help keep him busy. Lol. The Boston terrier is the highest energy dog and drive I've ever seen. 3rd boxer loves to sleep. Boston terrier is nuts. I love them both! Great dogs!
Sorry for my bad english, it’s not my first language. You’re so right. I had a boxer dog a long time ago, when I was a child. My mother took care about him, when I was at school. It was the best time of the day, when I went around the corner to my house and my Mum sent him out on the street to welcome me. I can’t describe that feeling. My parents made a decision to sent me to a farm for holidays. To ride horses and so on… After a few days I decided to go home, because I missed my friend too much. When my parents arrived with the car to take me home and I ran to it to hug my best friend he was totally pissed and turned his back to me during the complete way home. I was so sad about that and I never never went to a holiday without him again. Because of my work I was forced to live without a dog. Now, I‘m glad to do my work from my home and the next thing to do is to search a new friend, a Boxer dog. I need and love the energy, the stubborn behavior and the unique love they give. Thank you for your video 🐶
My drool monster is great. Loki is so smart that he was able to detect when my son was about to have an epileptic seizure and warn us. Or he would stay with my son to protect him. Loki was never trained to detect seizure. We love our boxer.
We are on our 4th boxer and they are the absolute best dog. He's our very first one that we got as a puppy as the other three were rescues and were already over a year old. I fully agree with everything you said, too many people get boxers as puppies thinking they're so adorable not realizing the amount of work and attention they require. It's been amazing watching him learn and grow from a tiny tot to almost a year old. He is extremely intelligent and loves to be with his kids. He loves to play with everyone, he doesn't have a mean bone in his body. He loves his daily runs on the bayou with his daddy and chasing squirrels in his backyard. For as long as I live I will never own another breed!
My boxer passed away last year, he was the greatest doggo i ever had, but as he progressed in age, he became really dependent of us with separation anxiety and all, but other than that, he was amazing and he made me feel really secure even though he was super sweet and would NEVER hurt anybody, he was a big dog and he looked pretty intimidating. ❤ I miss you Tyson ❤❤
I've been wanting a boxer for years I'm finally ready for 1 have lots of time 2 train and I can't wait they are the smartest most human affectionate dogs I have ever seen
Hey Joshua, this is very exciting! Hopefully our channel have given you some good information about the Boxer. Hope everything goes well as you start the hunt for the right breeder for you!
that is true, they are the most human-dog ever. they would copy your facials , sometimes voice like husky does . they would sit on couch like your best fella wanting some snack. if you find how he " wants" to be trained, it would be the easiest thing. my boxer learn every new trick within 30 mins . i am always blown away :)
Spot on! Excellent video. Don't forget snoring, dysplasia, ligament damage..... I even tried a "mutt" Boxer. 75% Boxer, 12.5% Amstaff and 12.5% Italian Greyhound. Acted 100% Boxer. Part dog, deer and cat. Didn't drool, but foamed at the mouth on walks with new smells and excitement. It was kind of embarrassing. Separation anxiety....OMG!! She literally ripped a cage to shreds shorty after we got her. Couldn't stand not being with her people. Finally got her to the point where I was only repainting a door once a year. This really never went away. One time I ran out for an hour. I left the pantry open. Came back and everything in there was piled up in the family room. Not torn apart...just her way of saying "don't leave me". I rarely did. Permanent bed in my SUV. I've always worked from home. She ran every errand with me. We're avid boaters. Water dog was a must. Doesn't usually go with Boxers. Family members have Labs that showed her the ropes (see what I did there). She absolutely loved swimming! Never did catch on to the ball and retrieve thingy. Unfortunately had every single Boxer ailment we were trying to avoid. Tore her ACL when she was 3. In the last 18 months had mass cell tumors removed (ones we could feel and test). Hundreds of stitches. Four eye procedures for "Boxer" ulcers. Lost her to the cancer a couple months ago. Just made it to 10 years old. Best damn dog 🐕 we ever could have hoped for! We've just started looking for a replacement. Apparently shelters are empty because of the pandemic. I hope all those animals (and owners) keep their homes. Doggysitting friend's two Boxers right now. Maybe to see if we're ready!?!? Not yet. All we do is compare them to ours. Sorry for rambling. Best breed ever! Make sure they're the right breed for you though. These are not cheap dogs to maintain! They need the time and work put into them. If you do....it's the most rewarding experience ever!
I lost my 4 year old boxer in January to lymphoma.. I miss him like crazy....I have another boxer now.. I just love them with all my heart!! Thank you for your informative video.
Before he died, I had a boxer and am about to get another one (She's 7 days old today) I loved my boxer more than anything. I nearly mourned myself to death when he died!!! Anyway, he wasn't much of a drooler either! Of course, I also had a St Bernard at the same time so there was NO comparison!!!! Boxers are the best! I can hardly wait for March 14 when I get my lil girl!!!!
Depending on their breeding and conformation, if their lips are long they can drool a bit in hot weather. I’ve had 5 boxers and none of them drooled very much, some not at all.
@@maxineboxer9714You mean their ' jowls'??😁😁. Anyway, when we got our last Boxer ( which has been quite a few years ago now!) The breeder we got him from said they were ( or should be) trying to breed that out of them. So they wouldn't have all that drooling problem!
@@Melinda8162 Yes, I should have said jowls. That’s what I thought, that they were trying to change that. I’ve had 5 over the years and have noticed the difference. Wonderful dogs.
So true, the only down side for me is their often shorter lifespan due to the genetic tendency to cancer. It’s so heart-breaking, they are such great dogs.
Lost mine to cancer last Friday. He was only 8 years old. Just an outstanding breed. Im hesitant to get another due to the health issues in the breed. I dont think I could go thru the heartbreak again. It is like losing a child.
@@jennclark2596 Sorry for your loss bro. Mine was 8 too and just turned 8 that month (october), the month he passed. Family and I aren’t going to get another boxer though. Mom is thinking about us getting a small beagle instead. Yeah it sucks so bad. Nice breed but has many health issues unfortunately...
@@jennclark2596 I’m so sorry, I know what you’re going through. I lost my last Boxer last September and I’m still devastated. She was also 8, almost 9. I’ve had 5 boxers over the years and 4 of them died of cancer, the oldest was 10. I cannot go through it again, as much as I miss them. But now I’m too old anyway. My sympathy to you.
@@maxineboxer9714 Thanks so much for the kind words. Four of them died of cancer? How devastating. But they’re just so special. I’ve had other dogs too but nothing compares to that boxer. Today was the first day I was able to get through without crying.... so far. Just trying to look at him as the gift that God gave me to enjoy. I was never promised to have him forever. And look at all those boxers you’ve had to enjoy over your years!
I have a petite boxer, has a long tail, not sure what he's mixed with...but he's a great dog, gets along better with people than other dogs....is this normal?
My Boxer is 14 and a half and his back legs are getting weak. Been an absolute pleasure to have. Of all the dogs I have had throughout my lifetime Jax has been the one who completely stole my heart. So funny and full of life. Extremely intelligent but this dude can drool lol. I hate seeing him go downhill but blessed with many years with him.
Love this channel btw -- with that being said I agree with number 5 only. Boxers are amazing! Trainable, loyal, not lazy, working dog, loves every one and everything, dont shed much, dont dig much, dont bark much, cute as a button, goofy, funny, fun to be around at all times and helps protect the house and people of interest...
Hmmm....I think someone forgot to tell my boxer and my boyfriend's boxer's that they're supposed to be like this. Maybe we just got the exceptions to the normal rule 😅. Ours are surprisingly lazy and they don't usually drool unless we have pizza or hot dogs nearby. The one female boxer is actually so picky with food and what activities she'll do that she'll actually walk away if she doesn't want to eat or do something. It's crazy how different each dog can be despite being the same breed.
On dec.23rd 2020,a Boxer walked up to me while i was going to get lunch and we've had her ever since,she is an awesome dog,gets along with my other 2 small breed dogs and loves our big back yard,word to the wise though these dogs can easily scale right up a 6 ft privacy fence 1-2-3 over,but she came right back to me,i guess we are her humans now.
What is wrong with people? Will doesn't hate boxers or any other breed and made this video to bash on them. He made it because he loves them and doesn't want to see them go to shelters because people only see the fairytail versions of the breed. If you love boxers then protect them by educating people to treat them right.
I have never had a dog in my life, last year I got a boxer pup. I am no a very outdoor person, I don't like to walk, I get histéric with drool or dirt in the house, and love to be alone. I can assure you that a boxer dog can be managable and he adapts to you. I've had a all this problems with my pup but with training and a few adjustments he is super happy and a spoiled pup.
It could just be my boxer but here's my opinion ion based on all of these points. 1. My boxer, Ali is extremely lazy and will lay around all day if he wanted to. He does get the zoomies like other dogs but often times he is curled up on the step soaking in the sun. 2. I wouldn't say drool it too much of a problem. He only drools if there is good, after he eats or drinks, and when he gets extremely excited. 3. I got my dog when he was two years old, so I did not train him from a puppy. He is extremely intelligent and easily trainable. I personally don't see that as a con since I have plenty of toys to stimulate his brain. 4. Piggy backing of the third point, the main thing about him being so smart is that he is an escape artist with separation anxiety. It is often very hard to leave him alone because of the fear of him escaping his cage. I have to give him CBD treats, plenty of exercise, and lock him in his cage with carabiner clips. Even with those, he tends to get out so I had to buy a new, more sturdy crate for him. I will edit this when I get it. (Also I think the main reason he has separation anxiety is because he was left alone a lot in his old house.) 5. I can't really give my opinion on this point since my dog is healthy, but I have heard (not personally) of some boxers having different health problems. If you plan on getting or have a boxer, please look up different health risks and ways to prevent them to keep your baby healthy.
So, I've never had a boxer before. Recently, the animal shelter called and they have a male boxer mix, ( not sure w what though), maybe 1-2 years old. I work about 5 days a week, hours vary. My husband currently m-f, day shift, home by afternoon. 17 Year old son at home all day. Husband home every weekend. We're older so our energy level isn't as much as it used to be. LoL. But..... I've met and walked with the boxer mix the shelter has. My heart goes out to this sweet boy! I've been looking for another dog, since our beagle/lab/blue tic mix passed away a couple years ago. We miss him tremendously! But I'm ready to have another puppy. Now, we'd prefer to have one that is still a puppy puppy. But... This poor guy is just waiting to have a home and people to love him! I guess I'm just trying to figure out if I should go through with bringing him home, or let someone else who has the same energy level and time, as I'm leaning it takes. Big decision! Any suggestions or thoughts, would be greatly appreciated!
As someone who's had boxers in his life since the age of 5 I have to say spot on! I've said for a while that anyone getting a boxer as their first dog is like someone passing their driving test and going out to buy a Ferrari! Like a Ferrari a boxer is a powerful beast, difficult to handle, prone to embarrassing you in tricky situations and usually eye-wateringly expensive to run. I'm sure vets look on boxers as guaranteeing they'll be able to afford an annual skiing holiday for the next 10 years or so. There's another danger of course: Boxers are also addictive - once you've had one you can never have anything else. You're doomed to drool for eternity... Thanks for the video. Great work!
I love my baby Tyson may he rest in peace. He was the best dog that I ever had and so loyal and so cuddly so cute. However if I got another one I know to brush them everyday because I didn't have one piece of black clothing that did not have his fur. He was attached to me and he would tear my things up when we first got him when I left but over time he got better.
I really want a boxer but I work a full time job. I got my first boxer when I was 12 and I trained him to go off leash in a field and on our lawn in just 3 weeks at the age of 15 weeks. I work a full time job and I am going to give him 1 hour of field exercise in the morning and 1-2 hours when I come home. I will also be paying a neighbourhood kid to walk my dog around the block and play with him in my backyard for a bit. Do you think my dog will be ok.
Yes! Just be careful of separation anxiety and how intense exercise time is. Too intense of exercise can lead to over heating but not enough can lead to the dog still having energy to burn. It sounds like your possible boxer companion would get their energy burned out properly as long as the dog is trained. Some boxer's won't do well with strangers so it might help to have the neighbor kid around during training sessions to help the dog become more familiar with them. The earlier training starts, the better! Separation anxiety can be aided with a good trainer and patience. It is not necessarily something that will go away, but it can become something the dog will tolerate for short periods of time. That was actually the hardest section for my boxer to pass on her canine good citizen test but with a good trainer and patience she eventually became a little less anxious and was able to pass her test.
We didn't know any of this when we were given a 1 year old boxer by our neighbors when they moved away. Fortunately, it all worked out well and we had the best 11 years ever with him. My two girls grew up with him and he absolutely adored them. He was the smartest dog I've ever had the pleasure to be with and I miss him a lot. With everyone grown and gone now a boxer would be a terrible choice for us. Nobody home all day and no kids to chase around. We're cat people now . Great content, thanks for sharing.
We just rescued a 6 month boxer puppy. Now that I'm researching the breed more, it's making me kinda nervous. Especially the heat cuz it gets hot where we live and I know they need exercise
@@AdriannaLLopez You do have to be a bit careful with the heat. Duke would run until he dropped if we let him. If you can sort out the details and make it work, you won't be sorry. Boxers are great dogs with amazing personalities. They're worth the effort in my opinion.
Just came across your channel. I have a boxer, 5 years old. The best dog, friend I've ever had. His name is Gronk. He had a tumor and the great people at LSU animal hospital was able to remove it. Thank God, don't know what I would do without my buddy. The boxer is an awesome bread. The playfulness, the goofiness will make you laugh all day
My boxer was the wildest dog I have ever owned. As soon as I finally got the training I needed he is the best friend I have ever owned. Is is 100 percent trained off leash. He is my best friend. He was sooo much work and expensive but worth it.
I currently have a boxer that I rescued. She had been been abused for over 2 years. She is protective of me, doesn't like men, does have anxiety when I'm gone but my vet told me this is common for a dog with PTSD not because of her breed (I did ask because I had people try to convince not to get her because of she's a boxer). Billie is a GREAT dog and we are working on her fears. I can't believe much of what he says. Maybe Billie is different because of her PTSD? either way I know others who have boxers and they're damn good dogs!
I’ve had my boxer for 5 years. All of a sudden he’s shedding a ridiculous amount and it’s sort of driving me crazy. There’s hair literally everywhere. Wondering is this is normal for the breed?
I'm an OTR Truck driver, I have a 5yr old named Rose, She has been to every state in the continental US. Not all Boxers drool their is a wet mouth type and a dry, Rose is a dry, I have 8 more at Home. If left alone at home put on classical music or talk radio, generally works. Wonderful Dogs.
Hello, my boxer is a very loved dog, and as a puppy he used to be absolutely nice to everybody, at 18 months, he still is, but sometimes when I stop to talk to people at the park or by the street, he can be really aggressive, bark and tries to attack, what is going on? How can I fix it? I used to let him run with his leash attached to the collar, but now I am a bit worried and I'm afraid to let him run free.
Thanks for watching! We've actually got a video over on our main training channel looking at dog aggression on the lead you might find helpful: ruclips.net/video/1pWJLze4q-w/видео.html
My family and I have owned 6 boxers over the years (3 of them alive and well, 4 being rescues and our last two puppies twin siblings sadly couldn’t be put as rescue as well as one of their other siblings, something was wrong with their papers so they couldn’t be classed rescues) they are best breed they will love you for the rest of your life
I have had several boxers. We now have two boys. One is from a Amish puppy mill Elvis. The other is a rescue boxer from a family that didn't know how to handle hi! buster! We have a great menu for them that stopped their gasses! All natural food plus Fromm from Germany drie food! We also have a very large dog run with a doggy door for them to get inside out of the weather!
I've had boxers since I was six and am in my sixties now. They are extremely high-energy dogs. I live in the American South so it gets hot. My dogs did their exercising in the morning and after sunset (running around the yard). They would also get highly energetic and want to play during the day inside. There was always someone home to play with them - inside. But still they all loved tearing stuff up. That's why it's important to get them their own toys especially ones that make noise and to keep any article of clothing or shoes out of their reach (which is possible with some thought). This is especially true when they are puppies. As for drooling, there is some, but it's either a matter of I became used to it or they didn't drool that much. Bulldogs drool much more. They try to become dominant over members of the family if you aren't careful at an age of 1 to 2 years. This is easily put right by proving you are the alpha. A good bonk on the nose (by which I mean a tap) to let them know you aren't afraid of them and that you can do it to them shows who is boss. This happens even if you have trained them at an earlier age. It doesn't take more than a day or two of a bonk on the nose with it occurring two or three times to set things right. As for health problems, cancer is a real scourge. The dogs I've had have lived from 8 to 13 years. It's a very sad day when they die. And then it's off to find a new boxer.
Any issues with small dog aggression? Our female boxers when I was a child used to try to kill our tiny female dogs if they yelped, one got mad, or even seemingly with nothing to set it off - it's the main reason I'm hesitant to get one today I don't recall the same with our males outside of one who was aggressive towards in tact males My parents didn't do a great job of training and keeping an eye on so I wondered if that was the problem or if it's the breed
Love ,y boxer, he turned 2 a couple of days ago.. first four months were super ruff but we had it through, even growing up in a 1 bedroom apartment. Still working on his GI issues though but absolutely love this boy
Whatever the pros n cons..The boxers look n demeanour has captured my imagination for past 27 years! There is a unique aura that no other thing in the world hasnt..but that the boxer has..
We've had 6 boxers in our family, and I still think this is a good topic for a video--you want a good fit. Regarding #1, our last boxer was with my octogenarian mother. Now, she was very diligent about walking him regularly, but otherwise he just hung out with her during the day. When I visited, I would also take him to the dog park, which he absolutely loved, and which gave him a good opportunity to run around safely. He was a big boy, almost 100 pounds, the biggest of our six. So if you think you can provide this much exercise to a boxer, I wouldn't worry too much about his/her energy level.
Boxers are amazing dogs! My guy is the sweetest and loves his family so much! He does have a lot of energy! And he also had a large tumor grow around 5 months, which I didn’t realize was an issue with this breed. He doesn’t drool unless he was just drinking. I think they are amazing dogs for families with older children probably 8+. They are very easy to train but can get into trouble if left unsupervised, especially if under a year. My boxer also has chronic allergies that make his ears red and he is also very allergic to bees. He has the sweetest temperament with people and loves to play with other dogs.
I have a boxer/pug mix. She's such a hype dog, she would literally run until she'd pass out. Especially dangerous in the summer. She wouldn't realize that it's too much/hot for her. When I wake up, she's always right beside me, resting her head on my other pillow looking at me 💕 Even if she's half asleep she'll follow me to the toilet and wait for me 🥰
i am thinking of getting a boxer puppy. i have one dog already turning 5 this year. i have a huge backyard and my house isn’t small either. i want to avoid my couches getting torn up as much as possible so i was wondering if putting in a dog door into the backyard would help with the stress and energy, also would having a dog already help with anxiety? i do have pleanty of young kids that come around and am scared a boxer would nock over the kids. for training i am a good trainer and have access to a good dog training class for social purposes i guess. basically, is a boxer good for me?
As a long time boxer breeder two corrections to the video- Boxers shouldn't drool. A boxer with good jaw confirmation won't drool any more than any other dog. And they can be dog aggressive. Fantastic with people, but some boxers do not play well with dogs from outside the pack.
I have a Boxer and my family and I Love him, but he's so stubborn 😣 he just turned two! We took him to training class and 2,500 dollars later he's still hard headed! he loves cuddling!
Katie boxer number seven has just joined us, we've been into them since 1963, couldn't disagree with anything this guy says, they're very high maintenance, but, the rewards are immense, best dog ever for their tolerance of children and other dogs cats etc, he could perhaps have mentioned that they're not terribly long lived although five of ours made over twelve and one nearly fourteen,
Just lost my world, my boy, my boxer Trigger of 11.5 years last Month. It shattered my heart and left a huge hole. I just now have been in contact with a reputable breeder out of province. Looking forward to another bundle of boxer joy soon... They are the best dog breed. I Love Boxers wholeheartedly ❤ 🐾
My little boxer is about as calm and laid back as possible, does not drool. Rule #3 is absolutely correct. Rule #4 spot on. Constipation is also a problem with the breed. Thank you!
Definitely no “grey area”, when it comes to their Goofy Adorable facial expressions. Talk about being able to communicate that effortlessly without words is amazing. Love their Zummi’s and are wonderful with children.
My son has a boxer I don't have a problem with his doggy droll and high energy and most of all he's very protect when he sees someone that he thinks they are going to hurt you
It was a very well designed video which answered 90% of my questions about boxers. Thanks for the clear way of presenting it. However, when saying that boxers cant be left long hours abone in the house, could you please tell us average length they can be ok being alone. Most of us of course have to work and therefore we will have to leave them alone in the house during the week until kids come from the school.
Hi Turan , We had to leave our Boxer at home every day when we had to go to work and had no problems what so ever , with saying that we had a doggy door flap so he could go outside whenever he wanted to , mind you he wanted heaps of attention when we got home ( like most dogs do anyway ) so long as you take the time to train him or her from a puppy you,ll be fine , I guarantee you,ll have the best time of your life if you decide to ever buy one .
Absolutely true, all 5 points! They are work but they are a fun breed that keeps you laughing. They are a "velcro" breed that also excels at being the "class clown." Great info, Will!!!
I have owned four boxers over the last 18 years. Reasons 1 - 4 were never as bad as he says. Its all about how you train them. They adjust to your lifestyle very easily. Patience and firmness are the keys. Don't let this guy dissuade you from getting a boxer. Best dogs ever.
I agree! Mine were not difficult at all! Different? For sure! My female was quiet, hardly barked, lazy, liked laying around! Never even pulled on a leash, never was aggressive. My boy, different story!
Big and beautiful as heck! But, more aggressive, had to ‘ sit ‘ on him once in awhile!! Smart, strong, loyal and perfect looking ! Got lots of attention from people! But, he had to be watched, he was very protective!
I agree, I hv owned 2 in 20 yrs and they r truly the perfect breed, both Athena and Buster adapted to my lifestyle! And mannerisms. So obedient all I had to do was raise my voice and they would snap back to full attention to me, almost like teenagers. Their energy levels were high but quickly adapted to my routine.
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@@cgregfreshh Then....go......AWAY!
@@cgregfreshh First, why do you think so? Second, what’s your point?
This breed is the the best breed ..after two years they finally chill out...longest puppy life ever
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@@downsouth822 I've got 10 year old an now a 4 month old ...amazing dogs
I would argue 3 years, they have the longest puppyhood of any breed, but that’s also what makes them so endearing!
Yes, mine took 3 years as well, to become calmer and more reasonable. However, in his 3rd year he tried to jump all kind of female dog around him! Before, he was not so much interested, he liked castrated males more or did not really know, what to do with the ladies... 😂🙈
1 year down 2 more to go 😩^
My boxer is 11 years old, he is so emotionally dependent that sometimes he sits outside and cries while I go to the toilet
Separation anxiety is fairly high in the boxer breed.
Really? Mine never did that. But, just like people , maybe he is scared. 11 is ‘old’ for a Boxer.
@@Melinda8162 11years is basically living 2 years after death.
He sits outside? My pup will force himself in and lay on my feet while using the restroom
@@whiterex06 He wants to sniff it......😗
My Boxer, the Best dog I ever had. Miss him greatly
I also had 1 I lover her to death but then we got two new boxers Bella and charm
I had a boxer too
I agree. I lost mine 3 years ago and she was my favorite dog ever.
Plz tell how much does his expenses are per month ?
@@haileydaniels7504 tnq bro
Boxers are an amazing breed. I got my first boxer pup in my early 20’s and was able to train him and exercise daily. He eventually became the ultimate family dog and is sorely missed. Since then, I’ve rescued two older boxers and they don’t require as much exercise and attention as younger pups. They’ve adapted well to family life without all the maintenance. I highly recommend a boxer rescue, especially if you don’t have the time and energy to commit to a pup.
How long did your first one live
I've had a female Boxer for 11 years. This man has exaggerated everything! I wouldn't have any other breed! My Pepper is my world!
She'll be 11 tomorrow.
I've owned five boxers in my lifetime and think his reasons are spot on. I would never own a different breed, but these are important considerations for future boxer owners.
Thanks for watching Suzanne!
Of all the breeds I’ve ever had over the years, boxers are my all time favorite. They’re such sweet and incredible dogs
I have a 3year old boxer and he is loving and very kind
I didn’t know this channel existed. I have one boxer. My other one passed away last year. They’re such good dogs
I have one too never had a problem with him he is the best dog and he is really smart
I own a 5 year boxer he’s the smartest dog I’ve ever owned the puppy stage was rough because of his high energy but i love him so much he’s helped my depression a lot
Great video!
I drool, have lots of energy, I'm intelligent, don't like to be alone, and health issues, I think I'm a boxer.
I rescued 3 boxers over the last 17 years and each one of them were very special in my life. I found my fourth one
in front of my house and I believe that it was destiny because i was going through tough times. I do not see myself without a boxer, they are a part me.
My boxers and boxer mixes have been the best dogs I've ever owned. I grieve terribly for their passing. It was losing a besf friend. Their loyalty and loving nature and the pure joy they bring make every morning a joy to come downstairs to their greeting . I can live with drool. I can drive and have my buddy with me rather than fly.. and they trusted I would come home from work and never destroyed anything. They just want to please and be loved.
I've had a boxer and a pittbull. Reasons #1 thru #4 are 1000% worse with pittbulls, but they are both my favourite breeds
I had my first boxer as a puppy. He never had separation anxiety (I didnt know they were prone to it). We'd come home and he'd be laying on the carpet chill as could be, and as soon as he saw us he'd leap up and give us a happy wigglebutt welcome. He died at 10.5 yrs old from cancer (mass cell tumor). My second boxer I got when she was 5, she had some separation anxiety (possibly). If we left and she was left out of her crate, she would pull random things down from the counter, sometimes the trash (but wouldn't eat them). If she was in her crate, she was fine. She died a few months after her 9th birthday from lymphoma. Boxers are very very likely to get cancer so it's imperative that you get any weird symptoms or strange lumps looked at immediately. I love my Biscuit and Duchess to pieces 💕
Lemme just add that both dogs had cancer more than once. Biscuit had a growth taken off his ear, then his side, and then his last bump is what killed him. Duchess came to us with a few different bumps (some blood pockets and one was a mass cell tumor just starting on her tummy) and then the lymphoma we didnt catch until her lymph nodes in her neck began to swell.
So you really really have to watch. I wish your pups good health 💕
I love boxer puppy so much I have a boxer puppy name Rory she is so sweet and she is white and she has to different color eyes blue and hazel and she is deaf and she is so sweet and so nice to other dogs ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Boxers are my favorite breed.
Perfect for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
Training my 3rd boxer pup currently and he is perfect.
I wouldn’t own any other dog.
Despite the title of this video, it is clear the presenter loves and appreciates boxers. He is pretty much “spot on” with his comments, although individual boxers may vary in how much of each behavior they exhibit. Our family has had boxers for three generations and would not even consider another breed. I got a chuckle out of the comments about being a guard dog. When the door bell would ring, our dogs would bark and rush to the door drooling all the way. A delivery person would cringe, immediately back away from the door and ask, “...does it bite?? My response was always, “Yes, she is very dangerous and if she gets loose, she could lick you to death.” LOVE THE BOXER!
Thanks for watching! It sounds like you have a beautiful dog!
I had two boxer’s, they both where calm inside the house, calm around my elderly mother, they I miss my girls, they loved each other, & they both very loving, Boxers are the best
I've had 3 boxers. None drooled. 2 high energy. 1 low energy. All three love(d) to constantly whimper / cry when bored. After having 2 high energy boxers I figured that my third boxer pup would eventually get a companion. This time I got a Boston terrier pup to help keep him busy. Lol. The Boston terrier is the highest energy dog and drive I've ever seen. 3rd boxer loves to sleep. Boston terrier is nuts. I love them both! Great dogs!
Sorry for my bad english, it’s not my first language. You’re so right. I had a boxer dog a long time ago, when I was a child. My mother took care about him, when I was at school. It was the best time of the day, when I went around the corner to my house and my Mum sent him out on the street to welcome me. I can’t describe that feeling. My parents made a decision to sent me to a farm for holidays. To ride horses and so on… After a few days I decided to go home, because I missed my friend too much. When my parents arrived with the car to take me home and I ran to it to hug my best friend he was totally pissed and turned his back to me during the complete way home. I was so sad about that and I never never went to a holiday without him again.
Because of my work I was forced to live without a dog. Now, I‘m glad to do my work from my home and the next thing to do is to search a new friend, a Boxer dog. I need and love the energy, the stubborn behavior and the unique love they give. Thank you for your video 🐶
I lost my darling Boxer 14 years ago
I miss him so Feel the emptiness
So sorry to hear about your boxer ❤️
#6. When they eventually die, it'll be harder to get over than any other dog... especially if raised from a pup.
Losing my boxer felt like losing one of my kids
@@amiatanamedmichelle5539 I hear ya.
That is so true , it hurts so much
We rescued a 4 ish year old gorgeous boy Ben, he brought us 8 years of pure joy, as much as any boxer we had from a pup.
*me watching this with my boxer* :yes, I’ll make sure not to do this
My drool monster is great. Loki is so smart that he was able to detect when my son was about to have an epileptic seizure and warn us. Or he would stay with my son to protect him. Loki was never trained to detect seizure. We love our boxer.
We are on our 4th boxer and they are the absolute best dog. He's our very first one that we got as a puppy as the other three were rescues and were already over a year old. I fully agree with everything you said, too many people get boxers as puppies thinking they're so adorable not realizing the amount of work and attention they require. It's been amazing watching him learn and grow from a tiny tot to almost a year old. He is extremely intelligent and loves to be with his kids. He loves to play with everyone, he doesn't have a mean bone in his body. He loves his daily runs on the bayou with his daddy and chasing squirrels in his backyard. For as long as I live I will never own another breed!
My boxer passed away last year, he was the greatest doggo i ever had, but as he progressed in age, he became really dependent of us with separation anxiety and all, but other than that, he was amazing and he made me feel really secure even though he was super sweet and would NEVER hurt anybody, he was a big dog and he looked pretty intimidating. ❤ I miss you Tyson ❤❤
As a Boxer mom and Vet tech I thank you for this video, I cannot stress this enough! Thank you!
Our pleasure!
I've been wanting a boxer for years I'm finally ready for 1 have lots of time 2 train and I can't wait they are the smartest most human affectionate dogs I have ever seen
Hey Joshua, this is very exciting! Hopefully our channel have given you some good information about the Boxer. Hope everything goes well as you start the hunt for the right breeder for you!
You’ll not regret it and you’ll probably never get another breed
that is true, they are the most human-dog ever. they would copy your facials , sometimes voice like husky does . they would sit on couch like your best fella wanting some snack. if you find how he " wants" to be trained, it would be the easiest thing. my boxer learn every new trick within 30 mins . i am always blown away :)
Spot on! Excellent video. Don't forget snoring, dysplasia, ligament damage.....
I even tried a "mutt" Boxer. 75% Boxer, 12.5% Amstaff and 12.5% Italian Greyhound. Acted 100% Boxer. Part dog, deer and cat. Didn't drool, but foamed at the mouth on walks with new smells and excitement. It was kind of embarrassing. Separation anxiety....OMG!! She literally ripped a cage to shreds shorty after we got her. Couldn't stand not being with her people. Finally got her to the point where I was only repainting a door once a year. This really never went away. One time I ran out for an hour. I left the pantry open. Came back and everything in there was piled up in the family room. Not torn apart...just her way of saying "don't leave me". I rarely did. Permanent bed in my SUV. I've always worked from home. She ran every errand with me.
We're avid boaters. Water dog was a must. Doesn't usually go with Boxers. Family members have Labs that showed her the ropes (see what I did there). She absolutely loved swimming! Never did catch on to the ball and retrieve thingy.
Unfortunately had every single Boxer ailment we were trying to avoid. Tore her ACL when she was 3. In the last 18 months had mass cell tumors removed (ones we could feel and test). Hundreds of stitches. Four eye procedures for "Boxer" ulcers. Lost her to the cancer a couple months ago. Just made it to 10 years old. Best damn dog 🐕 we ever could have hoped for!
We've just started looking for a replacement. Apparently shelters are empty because of the pandemic. I hope all those animals (and owners) keep their homes.
Doggysitting friend's two Boxers right now. Maybe to see if we're ready!?!? Not yet. All we do is compare them to ours. Sorry for rambling. Best breed ever! Make sure they're the right breed for you though. These are not cheap dogs to maintain! They need the time and work put into them. If you do....it's the most rewarding experience ever!
Thanks so much for watching and sharing your experience and knowledge!
I lost my 4 year old boxer in January to lymphoma.. I miss him like crazy....I have another boxer now.. I just love them with all my heart!! Thank you for your informative video.
I own my 3rd calm boxer , she also is not a big drooler . She has 3 cat sisters
Before he died, I had a boxer and am about to get another one (She's 7 days old today) I loved my boxer more than anything. I nearly mourned myself to death when he died!!! Anyway, he wasn't much of a drooler either! Of course, I also had a St Bernard at the same time so there was NO comparison!!!! Boxers are the best! I can hardly wait for March 14 when I get my lil girl!!!!
Sophia gave us 13 great years.
Never a dull moment
I am yet to meet a drooling boxer. I wonder if this is a myth.
My best buddy Theo only drooled when I was making a sandwich. Or grilling steaks on the bbq. I miss him a lot
@@micheloconnor9970 Right! Hey, people might drool around that too!! 😄
Depending on their breeding and conformation, if their lips are long they can drool a bit in hot weather. I’ve had 5 boxers and none of them drooled very much, some not at all.
@@maxineboxer9714You mean their ' jowls'??😁😁. Anyway, when we got our last Boxer ( which has been quite a few years ago now!) The breeder we got him from said they were ( or should be) trying to breed that out of them. So they wouldn't have all that drooling problem!
@@Melinda8162 Yes, I should have said jowls. That’s what I thought, that they were trying to change that. I’ve had 5 over the years and have noticed the difference. Wonderful dogs.
So true, the only down side for me is their often shorter lifespan due to the genetic tendency to cancer. It’s so heart-breaking, they are such great dogs.
Always the cancer smh. Lost mine to the complications of cancer. He developed pancreatitis because of it.
Lost mine to cancer last Friday. He was only 8 years old. Just an outstanding breed. Im hesitant to get another due to the health issues in the breed. I dont think I could go thru the heartbreak again. It is like losing a child.
@@jennclark2596 Sorry for your loss bro. Mine was 8 too and just turned 8 that month (october), the month he passed. Family and I aren’t going to get another boxer though. Mom is thinking about us getting a small beagle instead. Yeah it sucks so bad. Nice breed but has many health issues unfortunately...
@@jennclark2596 I’m so sorry, I know what you’re going through. I lost my last Boxer last September and I’m still devastated. She was also 8, almost 9. I’ve had 5 boxers over the years and 4 of them died of cancer, the oldest was 10. I cannot go through it again, as much as I miss them. But now I’m too old anyway. My sympathy to you.
@@maxineboxer9714 Thanks so much for the kind words. Four of them died of cancer? How devastating. But they’re just so special. I’ve had other dogs too but nothing compares to that boxer. Today was the first day I was able to get through without crying.... so far. Just trying to look at him as the gift that God gave me to enjoy. I was never promised to have him forever. And look at all those boxers you’ve had to enjoy over your years!
I am a life long boxer lover
Thank guys love boxers we just got 2 pups a couple days ago
I have a petite boxer, has a long tail, not sure what he's mixed with...but he's a great dog, gets along better with people than other dogs....is this normal?
They usually love people! My boy wasn’t too fond of other dogs either!
My Boxer is 14 and a half and his back legs are getting weak. Been an absolute pleasure to have. Of all the dogs I have had throughout my lifetime Jax has been the one who completely stole my heart. So funny and full of life. Extremely intelligent but this dude can drool lol. I hate seeing him go downhill but blessed with many years with him.
Thanks for watching and sharing your experience with your boxer ❤️
Ouw windows ain't dirty that's our boxers nose art
I have two boxers they are some of the most friendly dogs I’ve ever had
Most of this describes our Boxers well. Of the 4 we’ve had though, none were droolers. Don’t let that scare you. They’re wonderful dogs.
My two boxers were the best dogs ever, so much fun they made me laugh every day. Miss them 💜
Thank you for your great information....
You're so welcome!
Love this channel btw -- with that being said I agree with number 5 only. Boxers are amazing! Trainable, loyal, not lazy, working dog, loves every one and everything, dont shed much, dont dig much, dont bark much, cute as a button, goofy, funny, fun to be around at all times and helps protect the house and people of interest...
My boxer was very protective. She also was good with my daughter when we brought her home from the hospital. I really miss her.
Hmmm....I think someone forgot to tell my boxer and my boyfriend's boxer's that they're supposed to be like this. Maybe we just got the exceptions to the normal rule 😅. Ours are surprisingly lazy and they don't usually drool unless we have pizza or hot dogs nearby. The one female boxer is actually so picky with food and what activities she'll do that she'll actually walk away if she doesn't want to eat or do something. It's crazy how different each dog can be despite being the same breed.
On dec.23rd 2020,a Boxer walked up to me while i was going to get lunch and we've had her ever since,she is an awesome dog,gets along with my other 2 small breed dogs and loves our big back yard,word to the wise though these dogs can easily scale right up a 6 ft privacy fence 1-2-3 over,but she came right back to me,i guess we are her humans now.
Great channel
What is wrong with people? Will doesn't hate boxers or any other breed and made this video to bash on them. He made it because he loves them and doesn't want to see them go to shelters because people only see the fairytail versions of the breed. If you love boxers then protect them by educating people to treat them right.
When my girl runs around like a crazy dog, it doesn't burn up energy. She is just winding a spring so she can keep running later.
I have never had a dog in my life, last year I got a boxer pup. I am no a very outdoor person, I don't like to walk, I get histéric with drool or dirt in the house, and love to be alone. I can assure you that a boxer dog can be managable and he adapts to you. I've had a all this problems with my pup but with training and a few adjustments he is super happy and a spoiled pup.
It could just be my boxer but here's my opinion ion based on all of these points.
1. My boxer, Ali is extremely lazy and will lay around all day if he wanted to. He does get the zoomies like other dogs but often times he is curled up on the step soaking in the sun.
2. I wouldn't say drool it too much of a problem. He only drools if there is good, after he eats or drinks, and when he gets extremely excited.
3. I got my dog when he was two years old, so I did not train him from a puppy. He is extremely intelligent and easily trainable. I personally don't see that as a con since I have plenty of toys to stimulate his brain.
4. Piggy backing of the third point, the main thing about him being so smart is that he is an escape artist with separation anxiety. It is often very hard to leave him alone because of the fear of him escaping his cage. I have to give him CBD treats, plenty of exercise, and lock him in his cage with carabiner clips. Even with those, he tends to get out so I had to buy a new, more sturdy crate for him. I will edit this when I get it. (Also I think the main reason he has separation anxiety is because he was left alone a lot in his old house.)
5. I can't really give my opinion on this point since my dog is healthy, but I have heard (not personally) of some boxers having different health problems. If you plan on getting or have a boxer, please look up different health risks and ways to prevent them to keep your baby healthy.
So, I've never had a boxer before. Recently, the animal shelter called and they have a male boxer mix, ( not sure w what though), maybe 1-2 years old. I work about 5 days a week, hours vary. My husband currently m-f, day shift, home by afternoon. 17 Year old son at home all day. Husband home every weekend. We're older so our energy level isn't as much as it used to be. LoL. But..... I've met and walked with the boxer mix the shelter has. My heart goes out to this sweet boy! I've been looking for another dog, since our beagle/lab/blue tic mix passed away a couple years ago. We miss him tremendously! But I'm ready to have another puppy. Now, we'd prefer to have one that is still a puppy puppy. But... This poor guy is just waiting to have a home and people to love him!
I guess I'm just trying to figure out if I should go through with bringing him home, or let someone else who has the same energy level and time, as I'm leaning it takes. Big decision! Any suggestions or thoughts, would be greatly appreciated!
I was convinced I should not get a Boxer, I figured two were better. We have sisters, almost 5 months old right now. Angels.
As someone who's had boxers in his life since the age of 5 I have to say spot on! I've said for a while that anyone getting a boxer as their first dog is like someone passing their driving test and going out to buy a Ferrari! Like a Ferrari a boxer is a powerful beast, difficult to handle, prone to embarrassing you in tricky situations and usually eye-wateringly expensive to run. I'm sure vets look on boxers as guaranteeing they'll be able to afford an annual skiing holiday for the next 10 years or so.
There's another danger of course: Boxers are also addictive - once you've had one you can never have anything else. You're doomed to drool for eternity...
Thanks for the video. Great work!
I love my baby Tyson may he rest in peace. He was the best dog that I ever had and so loyal and so cuddly so cute. However if I got another one I know to brush them everyday because I didn't have one piece of black clothing that did not have his fur. He was attached to me and he would tear my things up when we first got him when I left but over time he got better.
My family had a little run boxer named Due and he was the most amazing little dog we had. Super loving and really intelligent with commands.
I really want a boxer but I work a full time job. I got my first boxer when I was 12 and I trained him to go off leash in a field and on our lawn in just 3 weeks at the age of 15 weeks. I work a full time job and I am going to give him 1 hour of field exercise in the morning and 1-2 hours when I come home. I will also be paying a neighbourhood kid to walk my dog around the block and play with him in my backyard for a bit. Do you think my dog will be ok.
Yes! Just be careful of separation anxiety and how intense exercise time is. Too intense of exercise can lead to over heating but not enough can lead to the dog still having energy to burn. It sounds like your possible boxer companion would get their energy burned out properly as long as the dog is trained. Some boxer's won't do well with strangers so it might help to have the neighbor kid around during training sessions to help the dog become more familiar with them. The earlier training starts, the better! Separation anxiety can be aided with a good trainer and patience. It is not necessarily something that will go away, but it can become something the dog will tolerate for short periods of time. That was actually the hardest section for my boxer to pass on her canine good citizen test but with a good trainer and patience she eventually became a little less anxious and was able to pass her test.
We didn't know any of this when we were given a 1 year old boxer by our neighbors when they moved away. Fortunately, it all worked out well and we had the best 11 years ever with him. My two girls grew up with him and he absolutely adored them. He was the smartest dog I've ever had the pleasure to be with and I miss him a lot. With everyone grown and gone now a boxer would be a terrible choice for us. Nobody home all day and no kids to chase around. We're cat people now . Great content, thanks for sharing.
We just rescued a 6 month boxer puppy. Now that I'm researching the breed more, it's making me kinda nervous. Especially the heat cuz it gets hot where we live and I know they need exercise
@@AdriannaLLopez You do have to be a bit careful with the heat. Duke would run until he dropped if we let him. If you can sort out the details and make it work, you won't be sorry. Boxers are great dogs with amazing personalities. They're worth the effort in my opinion.
Just came across your channel. I have a boxer, 5 years old. The best dog, friend I've ever had. His name is Gronk. He had a tumor and the great people at LSU animal hospital was able to remove it. Thank God, don't know what I would do without my buddy. The boxer is an awesome bread. The playfulness, the goofiness will make you laugh all day
This vid was posted like right around when I got my boxer puppy and I do not regret getting her one bit
My boxer was the wildest dog I have ever owned. As soon as I finally got the training I needed he is the best friend I have ever owned. Is is 100 percent trained off leash. He is my best friend. He was sooo much work and expensive but worth it.
I currently have a boxer that I rescued. She had been been abused for over 2 years. She is protective of me, doesn't like men, does have anxiety when I'm gone but my vet told me this is common for a dog with PTSD not because of her breed (I did ask because I had people try to convince not to get her because of she's a boxer). Billie is a GREAT dog and we are working on her fears. I can't believe much of what he says. Maybe Billie is different because of her PTSD? either way I know others who have boxers and they're damn good dogs!
I’ve had my boxer for 5 years. All of a sudden he’s shedding a ridiculous amount and it’s sort of driving me crazy. There’s hair literally everywhere. Wondering is this is normal for the breed?
What short hair medium size dog that is good being left on its own with you are at work? Please advise
We've got a video looking at the best guard dogs for full time workers you might find helpful: ruclips.net/video/tkpyuPizz6M/видео.html&pbjreload=101
My family has only ever had boxers and we always let them outside by themselves for hours and they run and play all day and have so much fun
And also our boxers are so calm
Our boxer didn't drool alot,we had our boxer for 91/2 yrs due to losing him from cancer.. best dog to have.we miss him dearly!
I'm an OTR Truck driver, I have a 5yr old named Rose, She has been to every state in the continental US. Not all Boxers drool their is a wet mouth type and a dry, Rose is a dry, I have 8 more at Home. If left alone at home put on classical music or talk radio, generally works. Wonderful Dogs.
I have on and I love him too! You can tell they are attentive dogs by the way they observe
Hello, my boxer is a very loved dog, and as a puppy he used to be absolutely nice to everybody, at 18 months, he still is, but sometimes when I stop to talk to people at the park or by the street, he can be really aggressive, bark and tries to attack, what is going on? How can I fix it? I used to let him run with his leash attached to the collar, but now I am a bit worried and I'm afraid to let him run free.
Thanks for watching! We've actually got a video over on our main training channel looking at dog aggression on the lead you might find helpful: ruclips.net/video/1pWJLze4q-w/видео.html
I had boxers all my life and boxers are amazing
You might enjoy our video looking at why you should get a boxer: ruclips.net/video/TpIloKXNq6E/видео.html
My family and I have owned 6 boxers over the years (3 of them alive and well, 4 being rescues and our last two puppies twin siblings sadly couldn’t be put as rescue as well as one of their other siblings, something was wrong with their papers so they couldn’t be classed rescues) they are best breed they will love you for the rest of your life
I have had several boxers. We now have two boys. One is from a Amish puppy mill Elvis. The other is a rescue boxer from a family that didn't know how to handle hi! buster! We have a great menu for them that stopped their gasses! All natural food plus Fromm from Germany drie food! We also have a very large dog run with a doggy door for them to get inside out of the weather!
I've had boxers since I was six and am in my sixties now. They are extremely high-energy dogs. I live in the American South so it gets hot. My dogs did their exercising in the morning and after sunset (running around the yard). They would also get highly energetic and want to play during the day inside. There was always someone home to play with them - inside. But still they all loved tearing stuff up. That's why it's important to get them their own toys especially ones that make noise and to keep any article of clothing or shoes out of their reach (which is possible with some thought). This is especially true when they are puppies. As for drooling, there is some, but it's either a matter of I became used to it or they didn't drool that much. Bulldogs drool much more. They try to become dominant over members of the family if you aren't careful at an age of 1 to 2 years. This is easily put right by proving you are the alpha. A good bonk on the nose (by which I mean a tap) to let them know you aren't afraid of them and that you can do it to them shows who is boss. This happens even if you have trained them at an earlier age. It doesn't take more than a day or two of a bonk on the nose with it occurring two or three times to set things right. As for health problems, cancer is a real scourge. The dogs I've had have lived from 8 to 13 years. It's a very sad day when they die. And then it's off to find a new boxer.
Any issues with small dog aggression?
Our female boxers when I was a child used to try to kill our tiny female dogs if they yelped, one got mad, or even seemingly with nothing to set it off - it's the main reason I'm hesitant to get one today
I don't recall the same with our males outside of one who was aggressive towards in tact males
My parents didn't do a great job of training and keeping an eye on so I wondered if that was the problem or if it's the breed
I have a boxer and 2 other animals a maltipoo pup and a tabby cat,no problems with taking care of boxers and have CUTE SMOOSHIE FACES
Love ,y boxer, he turned 2 a couple of days ago.. first four months were super ruff but we had it through, even growing up in a 1 bedroom apartment. Still working on his GI issues though but absolutely love this boy
Whatever the pros n cons..The boxers look n demeanour has captured my imagination for past 27 years! There is a unique aura that no other thing in the world hasnt..but that the boxer has..
We've had 6 boxers in our family, and I still think this is a good topic for a video--you want a good fit. Regarding #1, our last boxer was with my octogenarian mother. Now, she was very diligent about walking him regularly, but otherwise he just hung out with her during the day. When I visited, I would also take him to the dog park, which he absolutely loved, and which gave him a good opportunity to run around safely. He was a big boy, almost 100 pounds, the biggest of our six. So if you think you can provide this much exercise to a boxer, I wouldn't worry too much about his/her energy level.
Boxers are amazing dogs! My guy is the sweetest and loves his family so much! He does have a lot of energy! And he also had a large tumor grow around 5 months, which I didn’t realize was an issue with this breed. He doesn’t drool unless he was just drinking. I think they are amazing dogs for families with older children probably 8+. They are very easy to train but can get into trouble if left unsupervised, especially if under a year. My boxer also has chronic allergies that make his ears red and he is also very allergic to bees. He has the sweetest temperament with people and loves to play with other dogs.
Thanks for watching and sharing your experience from your boxer!
I have a boxer/pug mix. She's such a hype dog, she would literally run until she'd pass out. Especially dangerous in the summer. She wouldn't realize that it's too much/hot for her. When I wake up, she's always right beside me, resting her head on my other pillow looking at me 💕
Even if she's half asleep she'll follow me to the toilet and wait for me 🥰
I am sixty and lost my boxer a year a go and miss her greatly. Do I need to get a different breed?
i am thinking of getting a boxer puppy. i have one dog already turning 5 this year. i have a huge backyard and my house isn’t small either. i want to avoid my couches getting torn up as much as possible so i was wondering if putting in a dog door into the backyard would help with the stress and energy, also would having a dog already help with anxiety? i do have pleanty of young kids that come around and am scared a boxer would nock over the kids. for training i am a good trainer and have access to a good dog training class for social purposes i guess. basically, is a boxer good for me?
Is there anything we can do to prevent the Mass Cell tumors they're prone to ?
As a long time boxer breeder two corrections to the video- Boxers shouldn't drool. A boxer with good jaw confirmation won't drool any more than any other dog. And they can be dog aggressive. Fantastic with people, but some boxers do not play well with dogs from outside the pack.
I have a Boxer and my family and I Love him, but he's so stubborn 😣 he just turned two! We took him to training class and 2,500 dollars later he's still hard headed! he loves cuddling!
Katie boxer number seven has just joined us, we've been into them since 1963, couldn't disagree with anything this guy says, they're very high maintenance, but, the rewards are immense, best dog ever for their tolerance of children and other dogs cats etc, he could perhaps have mentioned that they're not terribly long lived although five of ours made over twelve and one nearly fourteen,
My boxer blue healer is the best guard herding dog I could ever dream of 😍
So lucky she has a long snout
Just lost my world, my boy, my boxer Trigger of 11.5 years last Month. It shattered my heart and left a huge hole. I just now have been in contact with a reputable breeder out of province. Looking forward to another bundle of boxer joy soon... They are the best dog breed. I Love Boxers wholeheartedly ❤ 🐾
R.i.p. Trigger.
Have always loved boxer dogs & always wanted my own, where would you suggest I can find a boxer puppy?
My little boxer is about as calm and laid back as possible, does not drool. Rule #3 is absolutely correct. Rule #4 spot on. Constipation is also a problem with the breed. Thank you!
Thanks for watching, glad you found it helpful!
I have a boxer I adopted from our local forever friend agency,and I've had Cane Corsos bull Mastiffs buy far my best dog is my boxer
I was watching this next to my boxer and he was so dramatic. He kept sighing like he knew what I was watching 😂😂😂
Great Job on your explanation. As a former boxer owner, I've experienced just about everything you mentioned. Lol. The best dogs in the world.
Thanks for watching!
Amazing dogs. Mine not droolers. Loving & funny. Everyone should look into all breeds prior to buying.
Definitely no “grey area”, when it comes to their Goofy Adorable facial expressions. Talk about being able to communicate that effortlessly without words is amazing. Love their Zummi’s and are wonderful with children.
My son has a boxer I don't have a problem with his doggy droll and high energy and most of all he's very protect when he sees someone that he thinks they are going to hurt you
I've had boxers for the last 30 years, getting another in 20 days❤️ love them!
I've owned 3 Boxers, each one totally different, didn't drool at all and none died of the aforementioned?
My boxer is one of the finest dogs i have ever owned..? Just start training early..?
It was a very well designed video which answered 90% of my questions about boxers. Thanks for the clear way of presenting it. However, when saying that boxers cant be left long hours abone in the house, could you please tell us average length they can be ok being alone. Most of us of course have to work and therefore we will have to leave them alone in the house during the week until kids come from the school.
Hi Turan , We had to leave our Boxer at home every day when we had to go to work and had no problems what so ever , with saying that we had a doggy door flap so he could go outside whenever he wanted to , mind you he wanted heaps of attention when we got home ( like most dogs do anyway ) so long as you take the time to train him or her from a puppy you,ll be fine , I guarantee you,ll have the best time of your life if you decide to ever buy one .
@@guitarlover889 thank you so much for the reply. I appreciate it. 🙏 it answered all my questions.
Absolutely true, all 5 points! They are work but they are a fun breed that keeps you laughing. They are a "velcro" breed that also excels at being the "class clown."
Great info, Will!!!