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About Jannie Balliett
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I can answer any questions a Boxer owner might have concerning genetics, breeding, gestation, whelping, personality, character traits, health, needs and requirements, and family dynamics, including aggression and behavioral issues, and other pets in the household. I can help in training and aggression modification.
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Experience in the area:
I have owned, bred, and raised Boxers. Organizations:
Boxerworld.net, Boxers Breeders Association, Boxer Rescue Austin Chapter,
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Boxer owner, breeder, and trainer.
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You are here: Experts > Animals/Pets > Dog Breeds > Boxers > Boxer Behavior changes
Expert: Jannie Balliett
Date: 7/11/2008
Subject: Boxer Behavior changes
Question
I have a 3yr old boxer who tried to mate with a female dog of unknown breed. Because he was in a doggie day camp, the attendant sprayed them with water, therefore separating them. She noticed my dog was bleeding and call the veterinarian to check them out. He advised that my dog should be fine, that this was normal and that he might be swollen for a couple of days. Currently he seems to be okay, he's eating and drinking water fine, however, he keeps trying to lick himself and looks at himself as if something is bothering him. Also, he demonstrated aggressive behavior in the manner of trying to go after the mailman today. He has never gotten to the point that he does not listen on command nor actually try to attack any body.My question is, do they start getting more territorial as they get older? He also just started to howl when he hears fire engines go by, which he never bothered with. Also, once a boxer has mated for the first time, does their behavior change?
Thank you.
Answer
A lot of things going on here:
First, yes, once a male dog has mated, he has "carnal knowledge" and knows what it is like.
Dogs have one instinct- to breed. Reproduce. Period. That's it. Everything in between is need, i.e. eat, sleep, poop. Love and family is a luxury.
Getting him nurtured is an option. His instinct will still be instilled, however, he won't react on it. And can't anyway.
But, the question is; did he "try" to mate, or did he actually mate?
Secondly, the bleeding: is he bleeding from his genitals? And your vet checked him and said he is okay? It sounds like he did actually mate and was swollen (the penis swells after climax for approx. 10-20 minutes to ensure fertilization of the female- that's why they get "stuck" together afterward.) and then they sprayed them with water (in which I would sue the daycare for sure!!!!!!!!!!!) which forced them to separate before the swelling went down, thus hurting his penis badly.
Third, he is not "older." 3 years old is still very young. Older is 7-9 years. He is still "puppy" in much regard.
Fourth, howling at a fire engine is normal. The siren hurts his ears. He howls because of the "pitch" of the siren. It might not have bothered him before, but it does now and always will now., so you will have to live with that quirk.
Fifth, his aggression: This can be due to many things. Too many variables are involved that I am not privy to, so all I can tell you is to get a grip on it now.
Get a fly swatter (I prefer this over a squirt bottle of water) and when he becomes aggressive, swat him and verbally reprimand him using simple commands being very, extremely consistent. Swat his butt or legs. Not his face.
This should work within a couple of weeks.
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