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Expert: - 12/9/2009


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I wanted to know if using cedar shavings in my dogs house would be harmful for them. i know they sell them for that purpose, but a lot of people say they can get an allergic reaction to it. With the weather getting colder, what can I use to put in their dog house to keep them warm?

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Hi Andy,
I personally would not use cedar or any type of landscaping materials for my own boxers. The cedar is small enough for them to eat easily and you just really have no idea what might be sprayed on it. If you have boxers they really should be inside as they are not tolerable to extreme temperatures whether hot or cold. They have a single coat layer and this cannot keep them warm even with the best intentions outside in the cold. Thanks for your question.
Angela Donald
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I'll be happy to answer questions about boxer dog allergies,behavior,behavior modification,breeding,care,coat color genetics,diet,ear cropping,exercise,genetics,grooming,health,history,pedigrees,showing and training.

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I am a dedicated dog enthusiast and guardian of boxers for 40 years, a boxer conformation show exhibitor and breeder as well as a canine behavior consultant with a special interest in the boxer breed. I currently share my life with six boxer dogs.See our family of Boxer Dogs

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I currently contribute regularly to Dog-Canine Blog.I am the founder and publisher of The Boxer Behavioral Journal,a scientific journal with detailed behavioral case study information,which someday I hope will add valuable knowledge to the breeding,care and health of the breed.I am also a freelance writer with my latest article: Distinctive Behaviors of Boxer Dogs found at http://www.hitowerboxers.com/boxerdogbehavior.htm and distributed on the world wide web.

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I have a MBA from AU.I have gotten real life experiences from my 40 years of the family owning boxers and other canine breeds, through my boxer rescue rehabilitation efforts, obedience training of the breed, more than 20 years of study on dog-canine behavior, genetics, health research,from my work as a canine behavioral consultant,exhibitor and breeder. My quest for canine knowledge is a never ending journey.

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