The following questions and/or issues presented below represent some of the topics of discussion that we at Rigpa Boxers like to examine when consideration is being given to adopting a puppy into a new home. These topics collectively may indicate the probability that a puppy will be well adjusted, happy and loved in his/her new home. It is our goal to educate and provide necessary information, if needed, and to have a creative exchange of ideas. It is also our concern that a prospective owner understand the responsibility of starting a new life adventure with a Boxer pup that my ultimately lead to a Happy Companion-Boxer AND a Happy Companion.
Please consider below some of the many aspects of the puppy/owner relationship:
Why do you want a Boxer?
Do you know anything about Boxers?
Do you know a Boxer is a HIgh Energy dog?
What type of personality are you looking for in your dog?
Have you ever had a Boxer/puppy/dog? What kind? Brief history
Do you know anything about the Boxer Breed Standard?
Do you want a show/pet puppy? What are your plans for the puppy?
Who will have primary responsibility for this puppy?
Will the puppy have regular contact with the family during the day/evening?
Do you have children? What ages?
Are your children OK areound dogs and other animals?
Have you any elders living with your or who visits frequently?
Do yhou have other animals? What kind and how old?
Are you very house/garden/yard proud?
Do you have a crate? Know how ot use it?
Do you live in a house/apartment/condo?
Do you have a fenced yard? How high is your fence?
Where will the puppy spend the days/nights?
Do you have a plan for providing regular exercise?
Are you familiar with Boxer Health issues?
Are you willing to give your Boxer heartworm medicine monthly?
