Some Myths to Dispel About White Boxer Dogs

There are many myths when it comes to white boxer dogs. They are different, of course, but many people also seem to think that this indicates that these types of dogs have weaknesses or something wrong with them. That's not true, and when you learn what is true about white boxer dogs, you may want to get one for yourself.

The fact is, white boxer dogs are bred on purpose so that they are white. Dog breeds are often bred for specific characteristics, and this is also true of boxers. About 25% of boxers born are white. They're not particularly rare, and they shouldn't be thought of as rare.

They're not albinos, either. Albino dogs will have no color pigmentation at all on their bodies, in contrast to white boxer dogs. White boxer dogs have some color in their coats, usually in patches, with what is often a brown circle around the eye, or on some other area of the body. Albinos' eyes are normally pink, whereas white boxer dogs' are not.

White boxer dogs are healthy, just as other types of boxer dogs are. They can get skin cancer quite easily, because they're so lightly colored, but answer is a common occurrence in many dogs. Boxer dogs are susceptible in general to cancer, and white boxer dogs are also somewhat more prone to being deaf. This sometimes leads people to think -- incorrectly -- that white boxer dogs are difficult to train.

It's also thought that white boxer dogs are different in their dispositions or behavior than other dogs are. In fact, though, boxer dogs of every color are pretty similar in behavior. They're affectionate, and will often think of themselves as lapdogs. They are protective of their families, and are loving towards them. Boxer dogs can be imposing, particularly if they are large, because they may not have had obedience training such that they simply behave as dogs do and follow instinctive behavior. Because dogs are pack animals and den animals by instinct, when left to their own devices, they will protect home, their den, and the people within. To make sure dogs do not simply "act out," a dog's owner must train the dog when to be protective and when not, and act accordingly.

If white boxer dogs are not trained properly, they can be menacing, but all dogs can be in those circumstances. A dog's behavior depends on its home and whether or not its owner has trained it properly.

Be careful where you purchase your white boxer dog. If you deal with a reputable breeder you will be much more satisfied than if you purchase your dog from a puppy mill or someone who will breed for greed rather than for the quality of the dog. Be sure the parents of the dog are on the premises and have had vet clearance for possible disorders. This should be something done when you purchase any dog. Large dogs have a tendency towards bone issues. Proper breeding can decrease the possibility of a problem.

White boxer dogs are not rare, and are only different in how they are colored. Take a look around you when you're out on the street sometime. You'll notice that everyone is of different colors, too, and this is perfectly normal -- not defective, just different.

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