4 Week Old Boxer Puppy

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Boxers are fun-loving, loyal, and alert dogs with an athletic build. Bred originally for big-game hunting, the Boxer is considered a medium to large-sized dog. They are excellent with children and astute watch dogs. Today, they’re known for being one of America’s top ten most popular dog breeds and having the longest tongue among dogs. If you have a Boxer puppy, you may be asking yourself how large can a Boxer grow and how do I know that my Boxer is finished growing?

The following numbers are all estimates to help you approximate how big your Boxer will be at certain ages. These are estimates, so don’t worry if your Boxer is slightly behind or ahead of these numbers. Simply continue taking your Boxer to regular veterinary appointments to make sure they are happy and healthy.

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Whats involved in the care of a puppy? They are adorable, no one can argue that, but not everyone may have the time it takes to raise one. At 7 weeks old, caring for Bruno is like caring for a newborn baby. There are different responsibilities, as dogs and humans are very different, but the same amount of work. I have had three children and the care my babies required is the closest thing I can compare to the care this 7-week-old puppy requires. If I raise him right, the work will lessen over time, but until then he will keep me very busy.

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Boxer Growth Stages

Boxers are considered to be a medium-sized dog breed and they belong to the Working group, which means they were bred to assist humans. Boxers have been known to carry out many jobs:

  • Cattle dog.
  • Police dog.
  • War dog in both world wars.
  • Watchdog.
  • Protection dog.
  • And guide dog for the blind.

    • Even if Boxers are listed as part of the Brachycephalic breeds, which tend to give birth via cesarean, most Boxers are born naturally (unlike Boston Terriers, Pugs and French Bulldogs).

    And what about the litter size; what is the average litter size for a boxer?

    On average, Boxers’ have between 5 to 8 pups a litter.

    Here’s what to expect for each of the 5 growth stages for the Boxer:

    4 Week Old Boxer Puppy

    Boxer Development Stages FAQ

    Here are some frequent questions about your Boxer’s development:

    FAQ

    How do you potty train a Boxer puppy?

    Boxers are fastidiously clean and take quickly to potty training. “Remember that your puppy will need to potty within five to 15 minutes of eating, drinking, sleeping or playing,” says Henkle. She recommends taking puppies to the same potty spot each time. Once they go, reward them with a treat or praise.

    Is my Boxer a runt?

    Boxers are highly energetic and require lots of exercise and mental stimulation throughout the day. If you are unable to dedicate time to put into exercising your Boxer Dog or finding ways to give mental stimulation, then you will find it exceedingly difficult to train and get along well with your dog.