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re: Thoughts on a Boxer(Dog)
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:27 am to The Byrd Man
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:27 am to The Byrd Man
Best dog breed imo.
Everyone I've encountered has been incredible
Aunt has a rescue and its the nicest and quietest dog I've ever seen. Loves attention and affection.
Everyone I've encountered has been incredible
Aunt has a rescue and its the nicest and quietest dog I've ever seen. Loves attention and affection.
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Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:28 am to The Byrd Man
I've only ever had boxers. Great, great family dogs. They are very gentle with children, but can be suspicious of strangers. They have that perfect mix of size and look, to where they would give any potential bad guys pause. But they are gentle and fun enough to be part of the family.
If you get them as a puppy, they are very bad, and can take a while to train. Its not that they're not smart, they just have a lot of play in them, and tend to ignore their masters at first.
If you want to skip the bad puppy stage, take a look at the Louisiana Boxer Rescue people. The dogs are fully vetted, and they will let you know the temperament of the dog.
My last dog died 6 years ago, and it nearly broke me in two. I think, now that my daughter is older and can take on the responsibility of a dog, we will look at getting another boxer in the spring.
If you get them as a puppy, they are very bad, and can take a while to train. Its not that they're not smart, they just have a lot of play in them, and tend to ignore their masters at first.
If you want to skip the bad puppy stage, take a look at the Louisiana Boxer Rescue people. The dogs are fully vetted, and they will let you know the temperament of the dog.
My last dog died 6 years ago, and it nearly broke me in two. I think, now that my daughter is older and can take on the responsibility of a dog, we will look at getting another boxer in the spring.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:34 am to boxcarbarney
I have had two, got the first as a pup. Will be the best dog I ever had. There is no way to top him. Just amazing. He died of cancer at 10 years old. I have a rescue from Louisiana Boxer rescue. He was so malnourished and fearful at first, now he is a huge part of our family. They are the best family pet you can have. Also, great for someone who is active. They must have exercise daily.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:37 am to The Byrd Man
Mine passed away this summer 
She was a great dog and was good with the kids. Lived to 12 yrs old. I would have another but the puppy stage was brutal and she didn't really calm down till after 3 yrs old.
She was a great dog and was good with the kids. Lived to 12 yrs old. I would have another but the puppy stage was brutal and she didn't really calm down till after 3 yrs old. Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:39 am to tigerclaws15
And as others have said, they are prone to tumors. My last one was put down because of a tumor on her spine. But, she did live to be 15 years old.
If you get one, check her for bumps and moles constantly. Check everywhere. I've found tumors between her toes. She had a huge one next to her butthole. There was one in her mouth that we missed, and one day she bit through it and bled everywhere. When I got home there was blood on the floor, blood on the sofa, blood on the walls. I thought I walked into a murder house.
All in all, I think I had 5 growths removed from her.
If you get one, check her for bumps and moles constantly. Check everywhere. I've found tumors between her toes. She had a huge one next to her butthole. There was one in her mouth that we missed, and one day she bit through it and bled everywhere. When I got home there was blood on the floor, blood on the sofa, blood on the walls. I thought I walked into a murder house.
All in all, I think I had 5 growths removed from her.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:41 am to tigerclaws15
I forgot to mention that my boxer hardly ever made a noise, unless he heard something that wasn't "right" and he would give one deep bark and that was it. Otherwise he never made a noise.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:41 am to bayoudude
My grandfather was a farmer and cattleman who always kept boxers that he trained as working dogs. He had a few over the years that I think he thought more highly of than my grandmother.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:42 am to boxcarbarney
That's how my last one was. We rescued her from Rockin P Rescue in Jacksonville AL. She was solid white, and little skin cancers started pooping up around her mouth. Vet said they would not be an issue if he could cut them out, but the location was a problem.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:43 am to The Byrd Man
I don't care for them. They are popular, though. Too hyper and goofy for my liking.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:43 am to Nativebullet
My pup is named Louis.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:55 am to SabiDojo
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I don't care for them. They are popular, though. Too hyper and goofy for my liking.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 9:57 am to The Byrd Man
The worst "puppy" I have ever had, first few months were awful
Stays under my feet, follows me everywhere
Sheds horribly
High vet bills (I have every bump checked for cancer)
Destroys toys
Puppy stage is 4-5 years
They have the most horrible gas than you can imagine
Mine turns 5 in a few weeks & I would not trade her for a million dollars
She is hands down the best dog I have ever had
Louisiana Boxer Rescue usually has some awesome Boxers for adoption
Stays under my feet, follows me everywhere
Sheds horribly
High vet bills (I have every bump checked for cancer)
Destroys toys
Puppy stage is 4-5 years
They have the most horrible gas than you can imagine
Mine turns 5 in a few weeks & I would not trade her for a million dollars
She is hands down the best dog I have ever had
Louisiana Boxer Rescue usually has some awesome Boxers for adoption
Posted on 11/16/16 at 10:00 am to KingBarkus
Hey, brotha. Yeah, I know this board loves them. 
Posted on 11/16/16 at 10:02 am to LSUJML
I have had my boxer for one year - got her from Florida Boxer Rescue - she was a 4yo brindle. Best dog ever. She is energetic, but can contain it. A few wild runs in the house and she's good, but a nice back yard is even better. They are deceptively fast. Great with kids, great with all other dogs I have introduced her to. The only con I can think of is shedding, but that's not enough to keep me away.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 10:03 am to The Byrd Man
Dumb and loyal, like most dogs. Dumber than most, though.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 10:05 am to The Byrd Man
They are hyper and annoying, get a Lab or Golden
Posted on 11/16/16 at 10:05 am to The Byrd Man
As others have said...great family dog, but the puppy/training years are tougher than most breeds. Lots of energy and very playful. Once they get a little older they are incredible if trained properly.
10 years is about average. Ours made it 11. She was an awesome dog. Had to put her down after she developed a brain tumor.
10 years is about average. Ours made it 11. She was an awesome dog. Had to put her down after she developed a brain tumor.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 10:06 am to seawolf06
Yeah, I don't think they are too bright. I like my dogs stronger, too.
Posted on 11/16/16 at 10:12 am to The Byrd Man
Posted on 11/16/16 at 10:17 am to The Byrd Man
This is my 2nd one Hendrix. My first was a huge white boxer named Rocky. Everyone loved Big Rock. Cancer took him at 8 yrs old. Hendrix is 3 and is a ball of energy. Very needy, very spoiled (my fault), but is always ready to go and will brighten your day every single day. Boxers are such a great breed.
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