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For The Health Of Your Boxer Dog

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A Boxer dog can live for up to 10 to 12 years as long as he gets proper care, diet and exercise. Just like in humans, good health is important to a dog's longevity and quality of life. Whether you bou...

A Boxer dog can live for up to 10 to 12 years as long as he gets proper care, diet and exercise. Just like in humans, good health is important to a dog's longevity and quality of life. Whether you bought your puppy from a pet store or adopt one from a shelter, it is your responsibility to provide him with the things he needed to keep him healthy as well as happy. Below are some points on how to ensure your dog of good health he truly deserves.

- Feed your Boxer dog with a well balanced diet. Your Boxer dog's food should include meat as the first ingredient. As much as possible, avoid spicy or rich table scraps and limit the feedings to twice a day. You must remember to never allow your dog any strenuous exercise shortly after meals to prevent a deadly disease called bloat.

- Boxers are short-haired breed so they rarely get dirty. Bathe your Boxer infrequently or only if you think that he is dirty or if he smells dirty. Brush the coat regularly using a firm bristle brush.

- Since they are short-haired, they can be very sensitive to extreme elements of weather. They should be protected from cold during bath. During winter, the bath should take place in a well heated area and lukewarm water should be used. The breed is sensitive to warm weather as much as they are sensitive to cold. During warm months, baths should be given in the fresh air. Outdoor fun should be set aside for the moment since hot and humid weather makes him uncomfortable.

- Having the characteristics of a strong working dog, a Boxer dog needs regular exercise to keep up with this breed's boundless energy. Two hours of walking or running or play sessions are enough to make them healthy and happy Boxers you want them to be. Through this, they will be able to maintain good alignment, prevent obesity and prevent boredom-associated behavior such as chewing and digging.

- Have your Boxer dog immunized with vaccines against parvovirus, distemper, rabies and other vaccines required by law. Consult your veterinarian or local health officer regarding this matter.

- Be aware and understand the health problems your dog more prone to. This health problems include hypothyroidism, hip dysplasia, cancers, bloat and Aortic Stenosis (a heart condition).

- Being intelligent and fast learner doesn't mean a Boxer dog doesn't need to be trained. Start training your Boxer dog at a young age to help prevent any untoward behavior to develop. Better use positive reinforcement techniques, since Boxers respond better to it.