Boxer: Your Happy Healthy Pet, 2nd Edition

Chapter 1: What Is a Boxer?

The Essence of the Boxer.

The Ideal Boxer.

All-Important Character.

Chapter 2: Boxer History.

Establishing the Boxer.

The vom Dom Boxers.

The American Boxer.

Rising Popularity.

Today’s Boxer.

Chapter 3: Why Choose a Boxer?

Resourceful Intelligence.

Boxers Love Kids.

The Green-Eyed Monster.

Listen to the Silence.

Chapter 4: Choosing Your Boxer.

Finding a Reputable Breeder.

Rescue Organizations.

Picking Your Puppy.

A Boy or a Girl?

Consider an Adult Dog.

Part II: Caring for Your Boxer.

Chapter 5: Bringing Your Boxer Home.

Fencing Saves Lives.

The Crate.

Puppy Essentials.

Collar and Leash.

A Comfy Bed.

Toys, Toys, Toys!

Puppy-Proofing Inside and Out.

Puppy-Proofing Your Home.

Exercise.

Good Routines = Good Habits.

Cropping and Docking.

Chapter 6: Feeding Your Boxer.

About Nutrition.

3 to 6 Months Old.

What to Feed Your Puppy.

Reading Dog Food Labels.

6 to 12 Months of Age.

Feeding Raw Food.

The Adult and Aging Boxer.

Chapter 7: Grooming Your Boxer.

Brushing.

Bathing.

Trimming Toenails.

Checking Teeth and Gums.

Making Your Environment Flea Free.

Grooming for the Show Ring.

External Parasites.

Chapter 8: Keeping Your Boxer Healthy.

Choosing a Veterinarian.

Preventive Health Care.

Internal Parasites.

Home Health Care.

Emergencies.

How to Make a Canine First-Aid Kit.

When to Call the Veterinarian.

Problems Affecting Boxers.

The Aging Boxer.

Part III: Enjoying Your Boxer.

Chapter 9: Training Your Boxer.

Understanding Builds the Bond.

Practical Commands for Family Pets.

Training for Attention.

Teaching Cooperation.

Chapter 10: Housetraining Your Boxer.

Your Housetraining Shopping List.

The First Day.

Confine Your Pup.

Watch Your Pup.

Accidents Happen.

Scheduling Basics.

Appendix: Learning More About Your Boxer.

Some Good Books.

Magazines.

Clubs and Registries.

Internet Resources.

Index.