Breed that gets a long with boxers?
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johann
Boxer Insane
I wonder what non-boxer owners say about boxers when someone asks about getting one. "Don't get one, they're all crazy, wiggle around, can't stand still, etc" All the traits that we find endearing/adorable/loveable.
Where I live, it seems like everyone owns a lab. Nothing against labs, but I'd never want one. Someone got all offended one day when I said that......but had no arguement when I asked if they wanted a boxer. To each there own.
Johann played with a few bichons a weekend ago and did reasonably well with it. Both bichons are used to be around and playing with big dogs, so that probably helped. He loves a french bulldog that goes to daycare with him, might be a breed to look into.
Good point. When we got the boxer, after 20 years of schnauzers our friends and family freaked out about such a 'big' dog around the grandchildren and schnauzers. The boxer is fabulous with the grandkids and other dogs.
He plays well with my friends Westie. Just a great dog, except for not liking dogs his size or bigger. I don't know his history, since we found him and his people never looked for him. We registered with the local pound, did all the usual to find his owners no one came. We're working on socialization with bigger dogs.
He plays well with my friends Westie. Just a great dog, except for not liking dogs his size or bigger. I don't know his history, since we found him and his people never looked for him. We registered with the local pound, did all the usual to find his owners no one came. We're working on socialization with bigger dogs.
jboboxer
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I am not sure if there's a misconception about boxers and being hyper or if it's over exaggerated. I was recently reading a book that had a list of dogs energy and exercise requirements and it had labs and golden retrievers on a higher list than boxers. My boxer is just right when it comes to jumping around, which I don't think she's hyper, but more that she loves to play.
I've heard from a few people that once you get a boxer you always want another boxer. My wife is actually thinking that maybe a second boxer would be great, because she loves Roxy so much.
I think labs are great family does and very very sweet dogs and seems to be very popular. They seem to be a lot more work than boxers as far as energy requirements and the males are just so big. For some reason people seem to put boxers on the large breed lists, which if they weigh 50 pounds I can pick them up no problem. Well my brother in law has a lab that's about 100 pounds and even though I can pick him up myself, it's very hard because if he wiggles it's difficult and I feel like I'm hurting him trying to pick him up. Well to put his lab in his SUV basically takes two people to pick him up. A very sweet dog, but as you said each his own and I really love boxers.
I guess it's that they are sweet dogs, good watch dogs, good with children medium shedders....nothing much to complain about except it would be nice if they lived 30 years
johann
Boxer Insane
I am not sure if there's a misconception about boxers and being hyper or if it's over exaggerated. I was recently reading a book that had a list of dogs energy and exercise requirements and it had labs and golden retrievers on a higher list than boxers. My boxer is just right when it comes to jumping around, which I don't think she's hyper, but more that she loves to play.
I've heard from a few people that once you get a boxer you always want another boxer. My wife is actually thinking that maybe a second boxer would be great, because she loves Roxy so much.
I think labs are great family does and very very sweet dogs and seems to be very popular. They seem to be a lot more work than boxers as far as energy requirements and the males are just so big. For some reason people seem to put boxers on the large breed lists, which if they weigh 50 pounds I can pick them up no problem. Well my brother in law has a lab that's about 100 pounds and even though I can pick him up myself, it's very hard because if he wiggles it's difficult and I feel like I'm hurting him trying to pick him up. Well to put his lab in his SUV basically takes two people to pick him up. A very sweet dog, but as you said each his own and I really love boxers.
I guess it's that they are sweet dogs, good watch dogs, good with children medium shedders....nothing much to complain about except it would be nice if they lived 30 years
A second boxer would be very fun....I'm still trying to convince my husband that we need 2. :D
Maybe I've only known lazy labs, but they have all seemed happy to just lay around. Johann is always moving (or so it seems)....playing, chasing, begging for attention, running around, etc. Not out of control hyper, but definitely a high energy dog. He is always up for a game of tug or chase, and keeps us very entertained.
I vote for another boxer. Then post lots of pics so I can live vicariously through you. :p
KWilson
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I know how you feel johann..the funny thing is I live vicariously through everyone here on BW because I still don't have a boxer of my own poor me..hopefully someday soon keeping my fingers crossed anyway. :p
BoxerMom999
Boxer Insane
Maggie was pretty much housetrained from the beginning. I think she had 2 peeing accidents after 8 weeks of age - and it wasn't her fault. She was not taken outside quickly enough. It is necessary to watch them and take them out frequently when they are pups - after they eat, after they drink, after they sleep, after they play ....
So being alert to their needs is essential. There may be exceptions that are a little slower to learn but I do not believe that it is indicative of the breed.
In terms of other breeds - about 50% of the weaten terriers and a higher percentage of the jacks are aggressive towards Maggie. This has been the case since she was quite young so I personally would stay away from those breeds. Most boston terriers love her. But my actual vote is for another boxer (opposite sex). And yes, there are postings about same sex aggression (especially female) and ensuring that there is some age difference. Do a search and you should be able to find lots of info.
Good luck on your decision and let us know what happens.
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If you definitely want a smaller dog, a Boston Terrier is ideal. I've had Boxers and Bostons together and they get along great. Both like to wrestle and play rough so a Boston won't have a problem with your boxer. I've learned that some other breeds may mistake the boxer's play for aggressiveness and a Boston won't. Their temperment is very similar.
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