Training Your Boxer

The Boxer is an amazing dog and is extremely playful, energetic and definitely a handful (in a good way of course). This breed of dog is extremely loyal and when a friendship is built, it lasts forever. The boxer is very unique and not for everyone.  If you’re a new owner of a boxer, you have to be aware that they need a lot of attention and training. They are extremely intelligent dogs, which can work to your advantage when it comes to training, but, then again, can be very disadvantageous as they know how to use their intelligence to get what they want.

Boxer dog training consists of training them up to become guard dogs.  This is their main profession if you like. People who don’t know boxers tend to assume that they are naturally aggressive when they are in fact the opposite and couldn’t be more playful than any other dog! Because of their good stature and aggressive look, people are automatically assuming this dog could do more harm than good. If your boxer isn’t trained properly, then he just might.

Because of their intelligence, Boxers can be very stubborn but, when it comes to training a boxer, it can be very helpful. Owners must remember that there will be times when you ask him to do something and he’s going to look you in the face and basically tell you where to go.  He knows he is supposed to do what you are telling him but he decides he can't be bothered and doesn’t. The main thing you have to remember in these circumstances is to be patient. From as early as 6 weeks old, you should start your boxer dog training as this will help him when he grows up.  Socialize him, play with him and teach him, but do it in an exciting way and he is more likely to listen.

The main aspect of training for a boxer is socialization. Boxers can be very friendly dogs but they need to be trained to become one. They need to get accustomed to other dogs and people. The best way to do this is training classes. That way your boxer will be trained alongside other dogs.

When your boxer reaches 13-16 weeks old it's time for some serious boxer dog training.  This is the stage where he is going to test for dominance.  He will nip and try to show you that he is the more dominant one, mainly by not listening to you. You have to be a strong leader at this time.  You must show him that him acting like that will not be tolerated no matter what!

You may want to try out some of the various training aids on the market today.  There are dog training collars that, if used properly and with a little patience, are quite successful.

Boxers are genuinely a lovable family dog and would make a proud pet for anyone.  They are dogs that prefer to sit on your lap for a cuddle than anything else. Train your boxer early with some serious boxer dog training and you can be assured you will have a stunning, loyal family friend!