Boxer Puppy Training

Boxers are one of the most engaging breeds in the canine kingdom. They are great clowns and are affectionate, energetic and devoted to their owners. Boxers are good hearing dogs and typically very alert and fearless. Above all, they are boisterous, happy family dogs that love children. Being a social breed, boxers, like most dogs, do not thrive in an outdoor solitary environment. Their high energy level and needs can make them a challenge to raise.

Known to have originated in Germany, Boxers are among the strongest yet affectionate in the canine family. This breed is large in size and can be utilized in police operations. However, despite being tough, they are friendly and protective, especially when with proper Boxer puppy training.

Because they are generally eager to please and quickly retain what they've learned, you can teach your boxer puppy to do a host of tricks or obedience commands with a little effort and a lot of love.

The Boxer breed of dog is the ultimate guard dog. If you are considering getting a Boxer puppy, learn the basics about the Boxer breed so you can give correct Boxer puppy training at home. Here are a few pointers.

• Introduce the puppy to other members of your family, friends and even other pets as soon as you adopt him. By socializing on a regular basis, he will develop less fear and non-aggressiveness towards others. Moreover, it will get accustomed to new people and situations easily.

• Your puppy will be a pleasant and valuable companion, if he is trained to socialize properly. The best way to make your pet socialize with others is to invite your friends to meet him. Carry your puppy to crowded places, such as get-togethers. Take him for a short drive frequently.

• Every time your puppy obeys your directions to 'sit' 'stand' and 'fetch', reward and praise him with treats. This is a gentle way to motivate him to repeat the positive behavior.

• In case your puppy shows an offensive behavior, do not slap, hit or kick him. Instead, deal with the situation in a wise manner. You may raise your voice or stare at him with anger. However, it is not suggested to abuse him physically.

• Your puppy may often show painful and destructive behavior, like biting or chewing on body parts and clothes. It should be stopped immediately. To stop this behavior, you may use a pained expression in your voice. Be sure not to show anger or shout at the puppy.

• Train your puppy to live within the confined space of your home, especially when you do not have a huge backyard.

• Choose the defecating area for your puppy and always take him to the same place, for waste elimination. If you follow this, your pet will recognize the place and time for defecation quickly.

• In case your puppy is too young to know when he wants to excrete, it is suggested to take him outdoors at regular intervals, say three or four times in a day.

• Adhere to fixed meal times for your puppy. Give him food just before you eat. This will prevent the puppy from 'begging' for more, when the family is dining.

Boxer puppies make wonderful family members dogs because they are incredibly playful intelligent and athletic. With correct boxer puppy training and socialization these canines are ideal for households with children.

Sweet-natured, clownish, playful and intelligent, boxer puppy training make wonderful family pets, and boxer puppies are especially delightful when they are trained. You can learn more of these and other dog training methods in puppy training tips.