The Boxer Handbook

by Joan Hustace Walker

This energetic dog makes a loyal and lovable house pet. Here, with a wealth of handsome photos is information on all aspects of Boxer care and training, from selecting a puppy to caring for a lifelong canine friend. Titles in Barron's popular Pet Handbooks series instruct pet owners on health care, proper feeding and housing, and other facts important to owners and their pets. All books in this series have high quality, full-color photos, instructive line drawings, and run to an average of approximately 140 pages.

Genres: Dogs

201 pages, Paperback

First published March 15, 2000

Reviews

[Nogoatsnoglory · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read an older iteration of this book. Still some general knowledge that is helpful, but very dated in some areas. Quick read and nice prep as we get ready for our new pup, but would not say that it was complete enough to read as it’s own. Maybe the updated version is worthy, but at 20+ years old there is just too much cultural changes around the breed standard that just don’t hold true any longer as written. Lots of cute pictures though.

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good foundation about the Boxer and the committment it takes to raise a stead, well mannered puppy. It gives details on the cost of raising a puppy through its first year. It can be expensive for vet, dog supplies, dog-training and the book is honest that this breed is not for everyone. It is a good book to have for reference if you are a Boxer owner.

[Katie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty good! The part addressing the history of the Boxer was interesting and there is definitely good information in the book. At a couple moments it felt off around issues I consider dated (the use of shock collars, for example), but otherwise solid advice for new dog owners.

[Christie Bettendorf · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good, basic information about the breed.