Training Secrets for Boxers

harlie'smom · #1 22nd December 2006, 12:34 PM

Anyone see the new Magazine from the editors of Dog Fancy? Its training methods for Boxers. There are some real beauties in there. I havent had a chance to read it yet because ive been to busy looking at the pics. BTW we picked it up at Petsmart.

carrie3797 · #2 22nd December 2006, 10:25 PM

Ohhhh....I didn't see it yet, but I may have to make a trip up to PetSmart just to get one!

DetroitBoxer · #3 23rd December 2006, 06:47 AM

I saw it, but didn't read it either. I'd be interested to know how their training tips would be boxer specific. If you get a chance to read it please keep us posted!

LucNesbitt · #4 28th December 2006, 08:06 AM

I picked it up just before Christmas and its not too bad. Overall, its very puppy focused but it does have some good articles on how to work with boxers on common problems such as chasing, pulling, aggression, etc. One of the articles I really liked was about 5 games to play with your boxer to help teach them manners and proper behavior. It was worth buying and reading for me given that I have an 8 month old puppy that still has a lot to learn!

There are one or two parts of the magazine that many members here won't like, particularly regarding different collars that can be used if you have a boxer that pulls badly when on a leash. Its not discussed in detail but just a warning for you to not be surprised and skip over those sections if need be.

Overall, its got a lot of good stuff in it, particularly if you have a puppy or a rescue that needs training. The pictures alone make it a great read as well!

harlie'smom · #5 28th December 2006, 08:16 AM

You know i still havent had a chance to read it. With the holidays and all going on its still sitting on my coffee table. Browsing thru it i did notice alot on puppies too. Maybe tonight i will sit and read it.

JulieM · #6 28th December 2006, 11:58 AM

I glanced very briefly through this in the checkout line at the pet store; from what I saw, it wasn't really Boxer-specific; some of the articles were applicable to any dog, others to any medium-to-large, strong, athletic dog. (Really, though, I wouldn't expect any different - Boxers are not unique in their training needs.

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FletchersMom · #7 29th December 2006, 07:46 AM

I'll have to look for this book for the pics if nothing else

harlie'smom · #8 29th December 2006, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by FletchersMom

I'll have to look for this book for the pics if nothing else

Really its the only reason i got it but i figured i'd better read it too!

mybubbieroo · #9 29th December 2006, 09:07 AM

I guess I will have to get one! I love looking at the magazines with lots of Boxer pictures. I might even read it!!

Charlie'sMom · #10 4th January 2007, 10:22 AM

I saw it in the petstore when I went it to but Bruce's stocking fillers, and bought it mainly for the pictures. Just as well, as I've been saddened by some of the training techniques it refers to, including recommending the use of prong collars and other negative training methods. It even says that using a harness with your boxer is pointless as he will know when you are not using the harness and pull, so the only way to train him to walk on the lead is by the use of negative training techniques (including force) when he is a puppy...
All in all, IMHO, I would say save your money and spend your time looking at the BW galleries if you want to see some nice pictures of boxers!

Schnoofers · #11 5th January 2007, 01:57 PM

Ya i picked it up. It has some really good articles. I also found a trainer that is local and have signed Indie up and we start next week to work on her agression towards other dogs.

axlfjasdljfa · #12 14th January 2007, 01:52 PM

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I picked it up just before Christmas and its not too bad. Overall, its very puppy focused but it does have some good articles on how to work with boxers on common problems such as chasing, pulling, aggression, etc. One of the articles I really liked was about 5 games to play with your boxer to help teach them manners and proper behavior. It was worth buying and reading for me given that I have an 8 month old puppy that still has a lot to learn!

LucNesbitt,
I went to 2 pet stores to try to find this magazine today. Could you elaborate on these games a bit (I have a 3 month old)?