Boxers make excellent pets especially when they are given proper and adequate training while still very young. The breed has often been perceived to be aggressive, but this is not necessarily true. Boxers are particularly good with kids. Like all dogs, they require early socialization and training, and a firm and consistent pack leader in order to be a well-behaved member of the pack.

Boxers were originally bred to work and they respond best to positive reinforcement during training. Here are some tips for effectively training a Boxer pup:

Housetraining

After doing his business, be quick to offer a reward so he will know that it is the desired behavior.

Physical activity

Boxers need daily exercise, without which they can become restless and have higher risks of developing undesirable behavior including aggression.

Leash Training

Teach your Boxer puppy to heel and walk at your left side, making sure to reinforce desired behavior at all times.

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