So your Boxer puppy hasn’t stopped running since you brought him through the door?

Even though training is a must for Boxers, they’re very intelligent and usually react well to obedience reward training. An added bonus is that you’ll be able to spend that, extra time to build a strong bond with your new puppy. Remain consistent and provide lots of encouragement for an ideal training experience.

Since Boxers are hyperactive by nature, you should begin training in a small, familiar area with minimum disturbances. The good news is that this breed will easily catch onto terms like sit, fetch, come, down, and stay. Once you and your Boxer have mastered these basic terms, it’s time to move your training to a larger, more public area. At first, it might seem as if you are taking a step back because of the new distractions. However, as long as you stay consistent, public training areas will help socialize your Boxer while teaching them obedience.

To avoid your Boxer taking you for a walking instead of the other way around, it is important to begin walking training when they are puppies. You want to be able to walk them on a loose leash so it’s suggested to invest in a body harness before they get too big. These will teach them controlled walking so they won’t pull or stray during walks.

Since Boxer puppies can be stubborn, it’s important to establish a routine obedience schedule so that your dog can grow into a calm, loving, and reliable addition to your family. Don’t forget to stay calm during training, your Boxer will catch on faster if you stay positive.