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My wife and I just put a deposit on a male Johnson American Bulldog. Pups are to be born on or around March 4th. We already have a 4.5 year old female Boxer. We are not breeding or anything, Boxer is spayed and Bulldog will be neutered. Looking forward to learning all kinds of useful info. I've been a member of boxerworld.com for quite a while...website has came in very handy, no doubt this will be just as handy!

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Dave
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Welcome. This forum can be the single most important tool in raising your AB. The information here is priceless. There are a quite a few AB owners here who have a wealth of knowledge about this remarkable knuckleheaded breed.
 
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I don't think you need to do anything different with AB pups than you would with any other breed. I highly recommend crate training though. Select a good quality food and watch for signs of food allergens and gas. As I'm sure you know, Johnson's get big and the physical attributes and strength of these magnificent animals is beyond compare. Heavy duty quality training gear, leashes, collars etc. is a must and the propensity for DA is a bit higher than you will find with the boxer breed. Genetics is the underlying factor in all of what I've mentioned. You don't have same sex dogs in the same house and that's a plus. That's a few things off the top of my head but feel free to ask questions in any of the appropriate forums here at BDB. Good luck.
 
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Drakoshuman said:
Select a good quality food and watch for signs of food allergens and gas.

I've been feeding my boxer California Natural Lamb and Rice for puppies. I feed the puppy version for the added protein. Also a spoon of plain fat free yogurt in every meal. Thats what I will start him out on as well. Sound Good?

"the propensity for DA is a bit higher" what is meant by this?

Thanks
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navistar82 said:
Drakoshuman said:
Select a good quality food and watch for signs of food allergens and gas.

I've been feeding my boxer California Natural Lamb and Rice for puppies. I feed the puppy version for the added protein. Also a spoon of plain fat free yogurt in every meal. Thats what I will start him out on as well. Sound Good?

"the propensity for DA is a bit higher" what is meant by this?

Thanks
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I will check out the phosphorus and calcium levels when I get to work, it should be fine. Sounds like he is going to be well looked after, good luck.
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navistar82 said:
Drakoshuman said:
Select a good quality food and watch for signs of food allergens and gas.

I've been feeding my boxer California Natural Lamb and Rice for puppies. I feed the puppy version for the added protein. Also a spoon of plain fat free yogurt in every meal. Thats what I will start him out on as well. Sound Good?

"the propensity for DA is a bit higher" what is meant by this?
Thanks
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Bully breeds have a higher tendency to be DA (dog aggressive). That's not saying that your dog is guaranteed to become dog aggressive. Most puppies won't show signs of being DA until they really start maturing (around 1 year and up). You will have opposite sexes in the same house so that might lower the chances of having issues between the two dogs but that's not always the case. We have some members who have male and female dogs that do not get along. So you will want to start watching for signs of DA as the pup starts to mature and also in your boxer (I don't know if she has any aggression issues but she might not be as willing to put up with puppy antics).
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mstngchic2012 said:
navistar82 said:
Bully breeds have a higher tendency to be DA (dog aggressive). That's not saying that your dog is guaranteed to become dog aggressive. Most puppies won't show signs of being DA until they really start maturing (around 1 year and up). You will have opposite sexes in the same house so that might lower the chances of having issues between the two dogs but that's not always the case. We have some members who have male and female dogs that do not get along. So you will want to start watching for signs of DA as the pup starts to mature and also in your boxer (I don't know if she has any aggression issues but she might not be as willing to put up with puppy antics).
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Oh, I understand. My boxer loves anybody and anything. As far a companion goes, a person couldn't ask for a better dog. Protector is another story...she would follow the intruder around waiting to be played with. She plays with puppies all the way up to adults. Never snipped at anything. Also, we are getting the AB neutered as soon as he is old enough. Will this help with DA?

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navistar82 said:
mstngchic2012 said:
Oh, I understand. My boxer loves anybody and anything. As far a companion goes, a person couldn't ask for a better dog. Protector is another story...she would follow the intruder around waiting to be played with. She plays with puppies all the way up to adults. Never snipped at anything. Also, we are getting the AB neutered as soon as he is old enough. Will this help with DA?

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No, unfortunately DA is genetic. Which is why it is so important to make sure all dogs are temperament tested before breeding. My male is neutered and he has DA issues.
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They are all different like most breeds. Zero is better at being sociable with other dogs and Zeus is unpredictable, the worst thing is he doesn't give the normal signs such as raised hackles and raised tail. He gets along with most dogs but there is the odd one he challenges so I don't take any chances. The thing I love the most about ABs is how they interact with humans, they are very affectionate and most seem to have a natural instinct to be gentle with children and the elderly.
 
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navistar82 said:
Bummer. Oh well, I'll do my best to with him.:)
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Don't be bummed, just be keenly aware is all. DA can be a nuisance but don't become discouraged by something that may or may not happen. It's just a heads up is all. DA does not equate into HA, or human aggression either so don't get the cart ahead of the horse and get off thinking bad thoughts. Do your homework, participate in the forum and don't be afraid to ask questions.
 
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Drakoshuman said:
Don't be bummed, just be keenly aware is all. DA can be a nuisance but don't become discouraged by something that may or may not happen. It's just a heads up is all. DA does not equate into HA, or human aggression either so don't get the cart ahead of the horse and get off thinking bad thoughts. Do your homework, participate in the forum and don't be afraid to ask questions.
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Good point!! Enjoy the new puppy then take it from there.
 
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Drakoshuman said:
Don't be bummed, just be keenly aware is all. DA can be a nuisance but don't become discouraged by something that may or may not happen. It's just a heads up is all. DA does not equate into HA, or human aggression either so don't get the cart ahead of the horse and get off thinking bad thoughts. Do your homework, participate in the forum and don't be afraid to ask questions.
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I was bummed about DA being genetic, not the puppy itself. I'm looking forward to getting him and the challenge of training him.

Thanks for all the advice!
 
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