Yeast “infections” are one of the most common conditions affecting Boxer dogs, yet they are also commonly misunderstood and mistreated. Yeast lives naturally on the skin of dogs but when it overgrows, it’s a sign your Boxer’s body is out of balance. This imbalance usually arises in kibble-fed dogs or in dogs ingesting chemical wormers, …
Are your Boxer’s paws making her miserable and the sound of incessant licking driving you nuts? Excessive paw licking, sometimes to the point that it creates sores, is often misdiagnosed as “allergies” but is more often a reflection of a poor diet. Alternatively, dogs may lick their paws because of referred pain from a neck …
More than one Boxer owner has had their dog wag her tail and hit something with such force that it sprays the wall with blood. “Happy tail” is a type of tail injury that can affect Boxers with long, natural tails — resulting in a splitting of the skin that can be tricky to heal. …
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Look closely at your Boxer’s inner front leg and you’ll see what’s called his dewclaw, or — more likely — the slight scar where it was cut off when he was a newborn. The dewclaw is mistakenly regarded by many as a vestigial remnant of canine evolution, best removed because of the chance it may catch on …
Boxers generally delight in a wintery playground, but should never stay out too long. Temperature is just the most obvious of several potential hazards to be aware of if you’re living in a cold climate with your Boxer or visiting the snow. Cold Weather Hazards For Boxer Dogs Wintertime can be lots of fun for …
Boxer incoming! Life is about to get cute, real cute. You’ve found your Boxer puppy and the countdown is on to when you can bring her home. Now’s the time to gather these 21 essentials every Boxer owner needs. Some of the items on our list are no brainers — everyone knows you need a collar …
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An often overlooked cause of air licking in Boxers is acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Your dog may appear to compulsively lick the air, usually accompanied by a strange array of other symptoms — some clearly indicative of stomach upset and others harder to make sense of. Attacks can happen regularly or …
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