Boxers can be at times stubborn and hard to train because they need a reason for every command executed. Because of that, some owners try to punish their boxers when they do not follow their commands. This can lead to some future problems with their relationship with their dog. The boxer may resent you for punishing it or maybe even fear you and not fully trust you. Building trust with a boxer is key to an obedient dog. Boxers are extremely loyal, but how can they be if they cannot trust their owner?

A good alternative is not to punish the dog for not completing the task assigned by their trainer, but giving the dog treats, or a reward, for the things they DO get right. This is where the famous “click” reward comes in. We all learned in school about Pavlov and his experiment about ringing bell and food. Right before feeding his dog, he would ring a bell. This would cause the dog to associate the sound of the ringing bell with dinner time. You can do the same thing with a click and a treat. Every time you give your dog a treat, just click your clicker. This way your boxer will know that every time you click that clicker, you are pleased with it. Your pet will know it’s doing things right.

Remember that you won’t always carry your clicker around, so assisting phrases like “good boy/girl” with a treat is always recommended. That way you can still let your dog know your pleased when you don’t have your clicker with you.

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