If you’re as passionate your boxers as I am about my boxers, then all-natural, non-toxic products are the only option. My white boxer, Daisy, developed Squamous Cell Carcinoma (cancer of the mouth) this past summer, which ate away at her bottom jaw. Of course, we were heart broken when she needed to have her […]
This post is about gas. Not the gas that keeps your car running or the gas that heats your home… I’m talking about the gas that comes out of your boxers body that can clear a room in seconds. You see, my boxers have very sensitive stomachs (as do most Boxers) and for years I was […]
Let’s start with “what is it?” Gingiva Cancer (also known as Squamous Cell Carcinoma) is a progressive, rapid (weeks) local invasion of neoplastic epithelial cells within the oral cavity of dogs. Basically this type of cancer is highly invasive to bone (in most cases the jaw bone). This aggressive type of cancer is more likely to […]
How do you know if your boxer is in pain? After my boxer went through a surgery, my veterinarian asked me to monitor her very closely for signs of pain or discomfort. When I asked, “how will I know if she is in pain?” He replied, “she will act out of character.” My first thought was I know […]
As the summer kicks into full gear it is important to remember safety for your boxer. Many people love to bring their boxers on fun excursions throughout the summer (I know we do). It is important to remember that although bringing your boxer(s) along for the ride and fun, running into the local gas station […]
For some of us the enjoyment of routine daily exercise is on our “to do” list. And there are many people that are faithful walking their dogs or running them daily. Boxers especially need to release their high energy levels as well as we do. However, if you are not walking your dog daily perhaps […]
A recent article by Psychology Today, states that your dog may improve your heart health and reduce stress. The article summaries by saying that studies show that having a pet can actually reduce the chance of heart illness and blood pressure related illness. Personally speaking, I totally understand the effect a family pet can have on […]
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease of the joints. Dogs often show an intermittent lameness that slowly becomes more severe and frequent with time. Some dogs have a stiff gate. Other dogs are affected by the weather (especially cold). Since boxers are working and athletic labeled dogs, they are at risk. In a recent study published […]
So, what do you do when you have a really cold winter or a blistering hot summer? Walking you boxer outdoors doesn’t seem appealing to anyone in extreme temperatures (hot or cold). So what do you do … get a treadmill. It may take some training but you need to keep your boxers exercised, if […]
What is it? And why is it important for me to know? Let’s start with “what is it?” Gingival Hyperplasia (also known as Fibromatous Periodontal Hyperplasia) are firm, non-painful swellings or lesions attached to the gingiva. Basically the gum line looks like little tumors that grow slowly and start to surround and sometimes cover the teeth. When this happens, […]
