Stunned! Opinions on Boxers 'n newborns?!

[catcompany]

Oh Juno....I had never seen that picture...girl, I'm just a boo-hooing! Absolutley precious. He was the best big brother anyone could ask for wasn't he? Does RJ remember him? Gosh I hope so, I hope she wasn't too little. I am so glad you have A & T to step up and take over for the new baby. lovicon

We have so many pictures of Draco all over the house, how can Royina ever forget him I make sure that Royina knows everything about Draco and my Dad (both are no longer here)
The other day we were in the car when Royina suddenly said --"Look there is Draco". I asked "where?". She replied " In the clouds, playing"

love
Juno

 

[RubyTuesMom]

One of the reasons why we decided to get a boxer in the first place was because we saw how good they were with children. Our friends have two boxers (female 4 yr old & male 1 yr old) and a 10 yr old and a 1 yr old skinkids. The one yr old wrestles and pulls on them and they just put up with it and when they've had enough they just get up and walk away. Have never seen them aggressive at all with the kids or any kids.

We have two children too and wanted a pet that would be good with all members of the family and our little Ruby is fitting in great with our family.

If we can just get through the puppy biting stage.

Terri & Ruby

 

[arapson]

Boxer Babies + Flesh Baby = Family

I have a 4 months old and 2 boxers (7 yr fawn femals and 2 mth old fawn male) I also have a 4 yr old. My oldest sleeps with the dogs, plays, dresses them up, etc... My oldest boxer has always been like a sister or seragant mother to my oldest. Now the pup snuggles up to my baby on the floor. I will try to post some pictures. I would never get rid of my animals b/c I have a new flesh baby. Anyone who's family says other wise has never had a boxer, and will never understand the love for the breed.

 

[Elyse]

Juno,

Your gallery is beautiful... all of your babies.

 

[busters mum]

Poor you, If you are having a pregnancy any thing like mine I bet your feeling really tearful and confused...By the way my first was born 22 July. It is a really nice time of the year to have a newborn. My second was a December baby and the winter days and nights with no sleep can be depressing.

Any way back to the point...Most people who dont have dogs, have not got them for a reason, i.e they are not doggy people. So they are not in any position to comment to you about your lifestyle , which they know nothing about. They probably cannot comprehend sharing those preciouse first days of their fragile sterile newborn with a dog.

Some people may have dogs and disagree with dogs and babies, i.e They have a dog that they know is unsuitable around babies and children so cannot comprehend what it is like to have a dog that is.

Basicaly only you know your dog, no one else. Only you can choose your lifestyle,no one else.

You are obviously a responsible person and I think you and your partner should have a good chat, Unload some of your worries so when you get hassled in future, by ignorant, do gooder busy bodies, it wont muddle your thoughts . ( As thats how I felt when I was pregnant)

Carry on doing your research and preparing your dog for the most wonderful experience of your lives...GOOD LUCK!

 

[JaketheSnake]

Jake and Grayson getting along great

Grayson my skin baby is barely 6 months, we got Jake(the snake)who is now 3 months when Grayson was 3 months. So far, Jake has been great. We haven't had any problems with him. We haven't put him in obedience classes yet, we need too. Alot of people thought I was insane for getting a boxer when I've got a infant at home. Who are they to tell me what I can and can't do in my own home. Boxers are great with kids. We love Jake.

 

[LacysMom]

Our Lacy was about 15 months old when our daughter was born and she was and still is absolutely wonderful with her. Before I came home from the hospital with Sarah, my husband brought home a baby blanket with Sarah's smell and gave it to Lacy. Then when we brought Sarah home from the hospital, Lacy would check up on Sarah, sniff alittle, and give her a lite kiss on the cheek. The first night was the funniest. Sarah was in the bassinet next to me and every time Sarah made the tinyest noise, Lacy would trample me on the bed to check on Sarah.

Lacy knows exactly how to play depending on the person -- me, my husband or Sarah. She is very gentle with Sarah and enjoys playing with her. A little more stronger with me and then goes all out with my husband. Boxers are very smart.

And although Lacy is very friendly with everyone Lacy will always put herself between a new person and Sarah until she feels confident that the person is good. Number one protector dog.

You couldn't ask for a better family member. Enjoy !

 

[BusterBella]

I was 5 months pregnant with our son Vincent when we brought Buster home who was only 6 weeks old at the time. Everyone voiced their opinion on what a bad idea it was. Once I gave birth to our son, dad would bring home a receiving blanket every night from the hospital with Vincents scent on it and let Buster smell it. There was some jealousy when the baby came home, but nothing that was threatening to our son at all. Buster was just a little more subdued and would ignore the baby. Now, Vincent is 9 months old, Buster is 17 months old and we just adopted another Boxer, Bella, who is also 9 months old. Both my furbabies are so gentle with our son and Vincent just loves Buster and Bella. He often will just let out with a great, deep belly laugh when (usually Buster) stands with his head turning side to side with curiosity as he listens to the music come from one of the babies toys. I wouldn't trade it for the world!! My husband and I look so forward to when Vincent gets older and can play with his fur brother & sister. We don't let Vincent sit on the floor when Buster and Bella are in the room as they don't realize thier size and we are afraid they might step on him by accident - but they would NEVER intentionally harm him (or anyone else for that matter). It is still often suggested (just about daily from my parents) that we surrender our dogs to another loving family - but Bella and Buster are our family. So don't listen to what everyone says - everything will be fine. Just be sure not to leave them unattended together. Anyone who knows Boxers knows how great they are with children. We know from experience. Good luck and congrats!

 

[None-removed]

I never understood exactly why when you have a baby you’re supposed to get rid of your pets? It’s like when people give away their dogs when they’re moving…

When we decided to have dogs we gave the kids away. :p

 

[BoxerMom13]

I am due very soon with our first baby (5-27 as a matter of fact) and we have 2 male boxers, Joe (3) and Charlie (14 months). I get comments ALL THE TIME from people saying how Boxers are aggressive and will bite our baby and this and that..... my grandparents went so far as to say that I will not have enough common sense to get rid of my dogs if something unfortunate were to happen between them and the baby. Um, excuse me, but, this is MY house, MY dogs, MY baby, and who are they to say what I am going to do? I would never jeopardize my childs safety over my dogs..... They tell my parents all these freak horror stories that I swear they made up (one about a boxer eating a baby's ear completely off its head!) just to get my parents all riled up and on their side. Its completely rediculous.... so, I have decided that since my grandparents live out of state and will only be getting pictures of our first born, that every single picture I send to them is going to have my boys in it too..... I figure, why not! Nothing drives me crazier than people that know absolutely nothing about something thinking they know everything. Nevermind the fact that she used to have a demon pomeranian (no offense to the pom owners out there though) that would literally attack you when you came in the house......