We will go over information on the American Boxer dog, puppy training, as well as choosing the right nutrition for your dogs. All information is provided by professional dog trainers, veterinarians, as well as breeders with extensive knowledge of the breed.
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How to train a puppy to come when called
Puppy training 101, how to train your puppy or dog to come when you call them. The best way to train your dog to come when you call it's name. You will need another person to help you with this training. What you want to do it have a person hold your dog's collar from across the room while you hold a treat in your hand. Once you are on opposite sides of the room you want to call your dogs name one time and one time only. Then you will have the person holding their collar let them go. When they come to you, you give them the treat and praise them. Then you repeat the task again, and again. You always want to praise and reward your dog every time they come to you. This will show consistency and before you know it, your dog will bolt to you when you call their name. This is the most important command you can teach your dog. It may even save your dog's life one day. Return to Top
Dog Aging, How Old is your dog?
We all know that a dog is older than it looks. There has always been a general rule of knowledge that for every year old a dog is, it is seven years older in human years. This rule of thumb is not quite accurate. Think of it this way, a dog that is one year old is able to breed and give birth to puppies.
Because of this simple fact, it has been determined that when a dog is a year old, it is the equivalent of a 15 year old in human years.
When a dog reaches the age of two he is exactly 24 in human years. No need to be alarmed on these facts, your dog is not aging drastically before your eyes.
The human age range comparison drops after the age of two. The years after a dog's second birthday start adding only four years to every year. For example, a three-year-old dog is equal to 28 in human years; a four-year-old is 32, a five-year-old, 36, a six-year-old, 40--and so on.
Now, how do you figure out a dog's age if it is unknown? Here are some techniques vets use to get an idea of how old a dog is.
They check their teeth. Dogs have a set of permanent teeth by their seventh month. If the canine you've come across has clean, bright, white teeth he is likely a year old. If the dog's teeth has yellowing on the back the dog may be between one and two years of age. If the tartar build-up is at a minimal level, you could have a dog between 3 and 5. Missing teeth or severe wear usually means the dog is a senior.
Another characteristic to check is the dog's muscle Tone. Younger dogs have some more noticeable muscle definition from their higher activity level. Older dogs are usually either a bit bonier or a little overweight from decreased activity.
Vet's also check out the dog's coat. A younger dog usually has a soft, fine coat. Older dog's have thicker, coarser fur. A senior dog may have some grays or patches of white. This coloring can be more evident around the canine's snout.
A final indication on an unknown dog's age is its eyes. Younger dog's have bright, clear eyes without tearing or discharge. Older dogs tend to have cloudy or opaque eyes.
These fun facts have now made you an expert on determining the rightful age of any canine you come across.
"Dog Aging Chart"
Check out the dog aging chart for more information on dog aging
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The American Boxer Dog Breed
The American Boxer dog breed originated from a line of dogs known throughout the different parts of Europe ever since the 16th century.It is known to have reached it's perfection of the breed in Germany. Before the distinction of its well known characteristics, the ancestors of the breed would not be recognized as Boxers if standing next to one today. There is some evidence that the Boxer as one of the many descendants of the old fighting dogs of the high valleys of Tibet.
The American Boxer is cousin to the breeds of Bulldog types. This genetic history goes back to basic Molossus blood breeds. Only a select few other strains can possess the amount of courage and stamina of this breed.
The American Boxer's body is powerful and compact. Their head's are in proportion with their bodies. Their muzzle's are short and blunt with a distinct stop. Their nose's are large and black with open nostrils. Their jaw has an under bite and their eyes are dark brown. The Boxer's ears are set high. They can either be cropped or kept natural. When the are cropped they are trained to stand up on the head, tapering to a triangular point. When the ears are natural they are falling forward, thin, and laying close to the head. The neck of a Boxer is round, strong, and muscular. The front legs are straight and parallel.The back legs are very muscular. Their tail's are set high and usually docked. A little known fact is that the AKC penalizes a natural tail. The American boxer is very recognizable from its short, smooth, close-fitting coat. It ranges is colors of fawn, brindle, tan, mahogany, and black with white markings.
American Boxer Dog, a fine example of a champion show dog stud
Some major health concerns for this breed are cardiomyopathy and other heart problems, sub-aortic stenosis, and thyroid. This breed can also be susceptible to skin and other allergies. In the dogs later years, (from age eight on) they are more likely to get tumors than other breeds of dogs. They are also highly prone to arthritis, hip dysplasia, back and knee issues.
Living conditions for a Boxer in a small space, like an apartment, is all right if constantly exercised. This breed does best with an average-sized yard. This breed is temperature sensitive. They easily get over heated and chilled very quickly.
The American Boxer is an active, athletic breed of canine. They need daily work or exercise to be a satisfied dog. They enjoy fetching a ball or other sessions of play.
The American Boxer is a distinctive, loyal, and muscular dog. It has been a breed that has been celebrated over the years and continues in popularity today. Return to Top
How to adopt a pitbull / pit bull rescues
With so many wonderful pit bull rescues to choose from, it is hard to narrow it down to a select few. Therefore we recommend searching google for the "pitbull rescues" in your area. There are many myths surrounding the pit bull breed. The American Pit Bull is an awesome family dog and can be great with other dogs and animals as well.
Socializing them from a young age is the best method for raising a friendly and balanced dog. However, even problem pit bulls can be rehabilitated into the perfect family pet. As long as you are will to put some effort into properly training them as well as giving them the exercise they need, even a troubled pitbull can do a complete turn around. Repetition is the key to all training, however you may want to do some research on proper training and socialization techniques before you get started. We recommend visiting Cesar's Way to start off with some great training tips. Here are just a few pit bull rescues we recommend visiting:
link:http://www.vrcpitbull.com/home.htm
link:http://www.bull911.com/pitbullrescue.php
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