Boxer Training Tips To Modify Behavior Problems

Every boxer owner knows how important boxer training is. Without it, they won't be able to come up with a well-behaved pet everybody loves to be around. Without it or doing it improperly prohibits them from becoming proud owners of dogs that excel in various fields like obedience and dog agility trials. Proper training is therefore the strongest foundation of every dog out there in becoming the most well-loved four-legged companion.

While a well-behaved boxer is achieved through proper training, know that training is not all about teaching your dog to sit, come or stay. There is more to boxer training than just the basic commands and lessons. One important feature of training is it's ability to eliminate various behavior problems like chewing, jumping and excessive barking.

Perhaps we are all aware that behavior problems stem from various factors including lack of training. If you failed to expose your pet to people at an early age, he is more likely to become shy or develop excessive barking and jumping issues. Chewing habit is also triggered if you are unable to make your pet understand that the only things acceptable for chewing are his toys, not the curtains, carpet, your shoes or even his leash.

To modify your pet's behavior problem, train him the way you would during boxer training. Teach him basic commands if he is not yet reliable with those since commands like sit, stay and come will surely help. The reward system is also highly recommended when addressing various behavior problems. For example, if you are trying to get rid of your pet's jumping issue, one way to prevent him from becoming excited is to command him to "sit" and then "stay" when you see someone approaching your door. Give him reward if he remains in the sit position. Eventually, your boxer will figure out that he gets good things for sitting and staying while jumping will not earn him rewards.

The same technique can be used to get him rid of chewing habits. If you see him chewing things he is not supposed to chew, make a noise loud enough to distract him but not too loud to scare the wits out of him. Remove the stuff he is chewing and replace it with his chew toys. Praise and reward him with treats if he continues chewing his toys.

While behavior problem is acquired through various ways, there are many ways to treat it too. Just know what caused the problem and surely you will find a way to solve it.

Sue Chapple is a boxer owner who loves to write boxer training articles. Find out more boxer training tips by visiting her site about boxer dogs.