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Hi! We have two boxer females who we've had together since they were puppies (not related) and are best buds. Our younger of the two is clearly the Alpha and the other could care less--she's your typical easy-going, loves everyone boxer. We've been thinking about adopting a third dog as a playmate, and were wondering what type of dog/personality would be best. We've kind of been leaning towards trying to find a submissive male. Suggestions???
Hi Tara,
Yes a male would probably fit into the family easily. Do expect some behavior issues among all. The new male will have to find his place among the pack. Do not be surprised if the females begin to fight each other. Even a so called submissive male may fight for position within the pack. Try bringing in a male on a temporary basis to see how well the females will take to him. Supervise all play and do not feed them together. This will give you a better idea of how well a new member of the pack might be accepted by the females. Do not treat the new member with more attention as this will cause the females undue anxiety and they may not accept him. Puppies are usually a good choice and most boxers adore them. Good luck.
Angela Donald
Canine Behavior Consultant
http://www.hitowerboxers.com
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Angela Donald
Expertise
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.
Experience
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
Organizations
American Boxer Charitable Foundation
Publications
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.
Education/Credentials
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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