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Sunday Funday 🐾Let's see all those quirky, fun, and unique Boxer decorations you have around the house! 🐶😍
10/11/2024

Sunday Funday 🐾

Let's see all those quirky, fun, and unique Boxer decorations you have around the house! 🐶😍

🏆 Boxer of the Month October - Homer 🏆Homer, a 21-month-old Boxer, has given his mom, Lucy, quite difficult time this su...
05/11/2024

🏆 Boxer of the Month October - Homer 🏆

Homer, a 21-month-old Boxer, has given his mom, Lucy, quite difficult time this summer. He was jumping up, biting her arms during walks (leaving her bruised and with torn clothes), lying down stubbornly when he saw other dogs, and even showing reactivity. Lucy began dreading their walks together.

I see this type of behaviour all too often in adolescent Boxers. Many people (including trainers) mistakenly label it as aggression and attempt to "correct" the unwanted behaviours. On most occasions, it doesn't help. You can't 'fix' something if you don't understand what drives the behaviour in the first place.

Just over a month ago, Lucy reached out for extra support. I guided her through revisiting relevant training materials in the club, helped her understand Homer’s emotions and arousal levels, taught her how to read his body language, and we've worked on improving handling skills.

Homer’s transformation has been incredible—one of the quickest I’ve ever seen! This success is due to two key factors:

1. Homer had a solid foundation of skills to build on.

2. Lucy followed my advice and stayed consistent with the training.

Now, Homer has stopped jumping, biting, and tearing Lucy’s clothes. He no longer freezes or refuses to walk when he sees distractions, and he’s much better at ignoring other dogs. His impulse control has improved significantly; he’s calmer, more responsive, and Lucy is finally enjoying their walks again.

Just two days ago, Lucy shared in the club:

"When I posted in absolute despair a couple of months ago, I was coming back from every walk with Homer in floods of tears, with ripped clothes and bruises all over my arms and legs. It got to the point where only my husband could walk him, and no dog sitters or anyone else could manage him. We were seriously considering having to rehome him. But, thank goodness, we’ve turned a massive corner! It honestly feels like a miracle. Training is not a linear path, but I haven’t cried on a walk since we started, and I’m actually enjoying it again!"

Choosing October’s Boxer of the Month was a no-brainer! This title is so well deserved. Massive congratulations to Lucy and Homer—I'm super proud of you both! 👏🤩😍

Another lovely review of our Bombproof Boxer Training Club.Thank you, Anne and Rosie 😀"The Training Club has really help...
03/11/2024

Another lovely review of our Bombproof Boxer Training Club.
Thank you, Anne and Rosie 😀
"The Training Club has really helped us build Bo's confidence and our confidence in her.

Justyna understands the breed so well and is always able to give different techniques to overcome any challenges.

We wish we had known about Bombproof Boxer when we first got Bo, but even though we started a bit late, we've come such a long way together.

We would highly recommend Bombproof Boxer to anyone with a boxer in their life!"
- Anne and Rosie

🎃 Trick to a Bark-Free Halloween Evening 🎃Worried about your Boxer barking every time a child rings the doorbell this Ha...
31/10/2024

🎃 Trick to a Bark-Free Halloween Evening 🎃

Worried about your Boxer barking every time a child rings the doorbell this Halloween? Try posting this note on your door to keep things calm:

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"Happy Halloween!

Please help yourself to treats.
We have a sweet stash just for you—no need to knock! Our dog is resting and would appreciate the peace.

Take a few treats and enjoy the night!

Thank you, and have a spook-tacular Halloween!"
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This way, you can share the Halloween spirit without all the extra barking!

🐾🐾 November at Bombproof Boxer Training Club: Learn • Train • Build • Succeed 🎉🌟This month on Teach Me Tuesday, we’re di...
30/10/2024

🐾🐾 November at Bombproof Boxer Training Club: Learn • Train • Build • Succeed 🎉🌟

This month on Teach Me Tuesday, we’re diving deep into building strong, reliable behaviours with your Boxer. Each week, we’ll focus on practical skills that you and your Boxer can work on together, helping you shape a well-behaved, confident dog you can rely on in any situation.

Let’s learn, train, and grow together!

Here’s what’s happening in November:

🗓️ 15 November - Facebook Live: New Beginnings – Navigating the First Weeks with a Rescue Boxer Guest talk with Tom Candy
Join us to explore tips for settling a new rescue Boxer into your home and setting them up for success!

🗓️ 17 November - Zoom Training Session
An interactive class to apply this month’s tasks in real time, answer your questions, and get you and your Boxer on track.

🗓️ 29 November - Ask Me Anything Facebook
Live Got Boxer questions? Join us for a Q&A session to get personalised advice and insights.
👉 Already a Member? Here’s what you’ve got:
✅ Instant Access to 100+ Training Videos 🎥
✅ Tailored Training Plans 📝
✅ Baby Boxer Course 🐕
✅ In-Depth Discussions 📖
✅ Ongoing Support 🤝
✅ Plus Exciting Bonuses! 🎁

🐾 Not part of our club yet? November is the perfect time to join us!
👉 https://www.bombproofboxer.com/training-club/

29/10/2024

Did you know?

Dogs have up to 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses, compared to about 6 million in humans.

The part of a dog’s brain devoted to analyzing smells is about 40 times larger than that of humans. It’s like a dedicated smell computer right inside their heads!

Dogs can smell separately with each nostril, allowing them to detect the direction from which a scent is coming, much like how humans use their ears to determine the source of a sound.

When dogs sniff, the air travels through two different pathways—one for respiration and one for olfaction. This means they can keep smelling even while breathing.

Dogs can remember smells for a long time—up to years in some cases!

Dogs' noses are so sensitive that they can detect a teaspoon of sugar dissolved in two Olympic-sized swimming pools worth of water.

Dogs have a specialised organ called the Jacobson’s organ, which allows them to detect pheromones—chemicals that convey information about mood, mating, and more. It’s a big part of how dogs gather information from their environment.

Just like humans have unique fingerprints, every dog has a unique "nose print."

Sniffing games make dogs happy, fulfill their mental needs, help reduce stress, and give their brilliant brains a rewarding workout!

Hey Boxer lovers!Halloween is almost here, and we’ve got something special planned inside our members-only Bombproof Box...
27/10/2024

Hey Boxer lovers!

Halloween is almost here, and we’ve got something special planned inside our members-only Bombproof Boxer Training Club! 🎃

Join us for a fun, spooky-themed training challenge starting tomorrow, exclusively for our members. It’s the perfect way to bond with your Boxer while taking part in some lighthearted Halloween fun. 🐕👻

Want to get in on the action? Become a member today and gain access to the challenge, plus all the other amazing benefits of the Training Club!

Don’t miss out—join now and get ready to start tomorrow! 💥

Link to the sign up page below 👇
https://www.bombproofboxer.com/training-club/

Training Club members! 🐾Quick reminder - we've got an awesome live session happening TONIGHT (Oct 25th) at 7pm UK time i...
25/10/2024

Training Club members! 🐾
Quick reminder - we've got an awesome live session happening TONIGHT (Oct 25th) at 7pm UK time in our members area!

We're talking all about becoming a more confident Boxer parent with our special guest, Kat Farrants 🙌

She's going to help us tackle:

• Staying calm during those stressful, high-energy moments 😅
• Ways to build your confidence and make training and walks actually enjoyable!

Trust me, if you've ever felt overwhelmed by your Boxer's energy, struggled with reactivity on walks, or found yourself dreading going for walks or challenged by managing their natural strength and power (we've ALL been there!), you won't want to miss this one!

Not part of the Training Club yet? No stress - there's still time to join us!

Head over to

https://www.bombproofboxer.com/training-club

and grab your spot. Your Boxer will thank you! 🐶💪

See you all tonight! 🎉

🚨 Quick Reminder for Our Bombproof Boxer Training Club Members! 🚨The Early Bird discount for our 2025 Boxer-Only Summer ...
23/10/2024

🚨 Quick Reminder for Our Bombproof Boxer Training Club Members! 🚨

The Early Bird discount for our 2025 Boxer-Only Summer Training Camp ends in just one week!

This in-person camp is exclusively for members and offers a perfect mix of dog training sessions, presentations, and social activities for Boxer owners. With over 20 Boxers attending, it’s a fantastic opportunity to train your dog while enjoying a great holiday experience with the whole family in a beautiful location.

The last three camps were huge successes, and we’re ready to make August 15th-22nd, 2025 another unforgettable event for you and your Boxer.

With over half the spaces already booked, secure your spot now and save £100 before prices go up on October 31st.

To book your place, log in to the website and find the Summer Training Camp in the menu or on your dashboard!

How to Ditch the Bowl and Use Your Boxer’s Food for Training While Feeding Raw? 🥩🐾Recently, we shared the benefits of di...
22/10/2024

How to Ditch the Bowl and Use Your Boxer’s Food for Training While Feeding Raw? 🥩🐾

Recently, we shared the benefits of ditching the bowl and using your dog's daily portion of food for training and enrichment. We were asked how to use raw food for training. Many of my clients and I also feed raw, so here are the ways we incorporate raw meat into training:

🔪 Cut larger chunks into smaller bite-sized pieces for training
🧆 Roll small meatballs
❄️ Freeze minced meat in ice cube trays
🗡 Cut semi-frozen minced meat into small pieces
💦 Fill squeezable tubes with minced meat
🐟 Cut wingtips or fish and use them as meat chunks
🥩 Dehydrated meat treats for variety
🔥 Cooked meat can work too, just NO bones please! Cooked bones can splinter and are extremely dangerous for dogs! 🚫🦴

✔️ Use disposable gloves
✔️ Use a spoon
✔️ Use a silicone treat pouch or plastic container inside a regular pouch for training walks
✔️ Have baby wipes or hand sanitizer handy

Happy Training! 😉

🐶 Missed Out Last Time? We’ve Got You Covered!Our "Boxer Training Made Easy" webinar is back on 27th October at 7 PM UK ...
22/10/2024

🐶 Missed Out Last Time? We’ve Got You Covered!
Our "Boxer Training Made Easy" webinar is back on 27th October at 7 PM UK time!

Whether you're dealing with challenging behaviour, struggling to find time for training, or just want to learn the best techniques to work with your Boxer, this session is made for you.

Don’t miss your chance to join us live and get all your training questions answered!

👉 Save Your Spot Here:
https://www.bombproofboxer.com/webinar-boxer-training-made-easy-sign-up/

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No training tips today. No dos or don'ts for behaviour modification, no games or adventures with my dogs, and no cheerfu...
15/10/2024

No training tips today. No dos or don'ts for behaviour modification, no games or adventures with my dogs, and no cheerful stories or goofy Boxer post.

Today is different.

I’m not feeling well, and neither is Nella, so we’re taking a break from everything—no working, no thinking, no doing.

Today, it’s just about being present.

It’s about slowing down and soaking up these quiet, comforting moments.
We’ll share 100 extra cuddles, the kind where time stretches out and the world outside just fades. I’ll wrap her up in slow hugs, burying my face in her soft fur, feeling her warmth, and we’ll breathe together in sync.

Nothing else matters in this moment but her presence and the simple act of being together.

Sometimes, it’s good to pause. To step away from the busyness and the noise, and just be.

Maybe today, you can do the same.

Take a break with your Boxers. Hold them a little closer, breathe in their love, and just exist in the moment ❤

Having a reactive Boxer is stressful, embarrassing, overwhelming, and mentally exhausting.Strangers' comments or 'friend...
13/10/2024

Having a reactive Boxer is stressful, embarrassing, overwhelming, and mentally exhausting.

Strangers' comments or 'friendly' tips don’t help—they can make things even more draining. This can leave Boxer owners feeling down and hopeless.

People with reactive Boxers are doing the best they can with the knowledge they have. They are not bad owners.

Reactive behaviour is often a sign of frustration, fear, or anxiety, rarely aggression. With time and proper training, these dogs can improve.

So, if you see a Boxer lunging and barking at the end of a lead, please stay quiet and give them space. The owner will appreciate it, and their dog will calm down more quickly.

A little patience and understanding from others can go a long way in helping both the dog and the owner on their training journey.

So you've tried this 'positive training', but it didn't work...𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁Just because you've put ...
11/10/2024

So you've tried this 'positive training', but it didn't work...

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁

Just because you've put a smelly sausage in front of your Boxer's nose when he started pulling your arms off and this didn't change his behaviour, it's not because the reward-based training methods don't work.

Training is a journey and it all depends on what issues are you struggling with, how good you are with your mechanics, your timing and most of all - it takes practice.

We all want a quick fix, that's human nature.

But when it comes to trying the 'fast YouTube methods, tools that fix the problem within seconds' we are actually failing our dogs - we lose the relationship, we create discomfort, we potentially make the issue worse.

Instead of focusing on the problem, think about what you would like your dog to do instead and teach that. Have a step-by-step training plan, as this will help you to make progress. Find what motivates your dog and what are his favourite rewards. Set up the training environment so your dog can succeed.

𝗕𝗲 𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁.

(𝘙𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶'𝘷𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘯?)

Training doesn't happen overnight, it's a journey and it's up to you if you make this journey a positive and rewarding experience.

🐾 Missed our blog on socialising your Boxer puppy?Check the link in the first comment below 👇
09/10/2024

🐾 Missed our blog on socialising your Boxer puppy?

Check the link in the first comment below 👇

🐶📣 Why is training your Boxer so important?🤔 It's a common misconception that training is only necessary for "problemati...
07/10/2024

🐶📣 Why is training your Boxer so important?
🤔 It's a common misconception that training is only necessary for "problematic" dogs, but in reality, training your Boxer dog from an early age can prevent them from becoming a problematic dog in the first place.
💪 Training helps to create a strong bond between you and your Boxer dog. When you train your dog, you are teaching them to communicate with you effectively. This communication builds trust, and as your dog learns to trust you, your bond with them will grow stronger. Your Boxer will start to look to you for guidance and support, and you will become their protector, and their best friend.
👀 Training also helps you understand your Boxer's behavior better. You'll learn to recognize their body language, understand their needs, and respond appropriately. This will help you develop a deeper understanding of your Boxer's personality, and in turn, strengthen your relationship.
🌟 Not to mention, a well-trained Boxer dog is a joy to be around. You'll be able to take them on stress-free walks, visit dog-friendly places like pubs or restaurants, and even go on holiday together. Your Boxer will become a well-behaved and obedient companion that you'll be proud to have by your side.
👉 So, if you want to create a strong bond with your Boxer dog and enjoy all the benefits of a well-trained dog, start training - it will be worth every effort and moment spent. 🐾💪

Meet Fitz.Yes, he is not a Boxer, but he is a member of Bombproof Boxer Training Club.Why?Because his mum Carla used to ...
05/10/2024

Meet Fitz.

Yes, he is not a Boxer, but he is a member of Bombproof Boxer Training Club.

Why?

Because his mum Carla used to have a beautiful Boxer girl called Sorrel, and they were a big part of the Bombproof Boxer family. Sadly, Carla lost Sorrel way too early, and after a while, she got a working-line Labrador pup called Fitz.

Carla messaged me asking if she could re-join the Training Club as she was missing the community and wanted to train her pup with kind, reward-based methods.

We've welcomed Carla back with open arms—once a bomb, always a bomb!

However, there were times when I've referred Carla to other trainers who specialise in sports suitable for the breed.

Carla had many challenges with Fitz — from puppy biting to very high arousal struggles, lots of unwanted behaviours driven by frustration, plus behavioural struggles based on health problems.

As you all know, BBTC is Boxer-specific, and I focus on helping Boxer owners to understand their dogs and overcome training & behavioural problems.

And I honestly thought Carla would not stay long in the club as not all our training materials will work for them.

But Carla was determined, so I had to give my all best and help her by adjusting some games, changing mechanics, or giving different strategies.

In September, we had an envelope challenge where people had different envelopes for each day with different exercises.

Carla and Fitz completed the whole challenge, and Fitz’s transformation has been absolutely amazing!!!

I loved watching their training session. Fitz is sooo much more relaxed, calmer, and focused. The overarousal is gone! He is able to regulate his emotions and impulses. He makes the right decisions by himself, and he is doing all that during his adolescent stage :-)

A massive well done to Carla and Fitz. We love having you in the club.

Thank you, Carla, for coming back, taking all my advice, sorting out Fitz’s health issues, and stretching my brain so I could think outside the box. Grand work lovely

Our Boxers thrive when engaged in enriching activities. But what does "enrichment" mean for them? Let's dive into the di...
04/10/2024

Our Boxers thrive when engaged in enriching activities. But what does "enrichment" mean for them? Let's dive into the different types of enrichment that can benefit our beloved Boxers:

🧠🧩 Cognitive Enrichment: This is all about mental stimulation. Activities like training sessions, problem-solving toys, or memory challenges fall under this category. Imagine giving your Boxer a brainteaser; it’s not just about keeping them occupied but also ensuring their minds remain sharp. And the best part? Engaging in such activities can help them feel more relaxed and even combat age-related cognitive decline.

🌳🎪 Environmental Enrichment: Think of this as your Boxer's playground. It's about exposing them to varied surroundings and elements. This could be a walk in a new park, an agility course, or simply introducing them to new toys. Such exposure encourages their exploratory behavior, making every day a new adventure.

🍖🍽 Feeding Enrichment: Who doesn't love a good treat? But with feeding enrichment, it's about making mealtime or treat time a delightful challenge. Puzzle feeders, toys filled with their favorite snacks, or even hiding treats for them to find, make feeding time a thrilling game.
REMEMBER! Make sure the activity is a positive and enjoyable experience for your Boxer, and not a frustrating one!

👃🌺 Scent Enrichment: Our Boxers have a keen sense of smell. Introducing them to new scents, be it through snuffle mats or scented toys, not only intrigues them but has also been found to reduce stress-related behaviors. It's like giving them a sensory adventure right at home.

In essence, enrichment isn't just about fun and games; it's about ensuring our Boxers get the most out of life. Every activity, every new scent, and every game adds to their happiness and well-being. 🎉❤️

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