"training plan" for my new boxer:)

How old is he? Need to be careful with running young pups, because of their soft and growing bones.

Congrats, I love Boxers! 

there are a lot of important parts for having a dog as a running companion and asking how before you start is a great first step. you really really want to make sure your dog is good or even great, at walking on a leash. if he cannot walk well on a leash he will not run well on a leash. after you reach that start him slow just like you would yourself. a mile a few times a week and then build up slowly. you probably do not need to stick to the 10% rule with him but take it slow and watch for any issues. if you run on any rough surfaces make sure to check his paws after the run, even if it is only a mile, to make sure he does not have any cut or torn pads.

Congrats on your new buddy!

I have a boxer mix that runs with me, she's the best running partner.  I started with 2 miles a couple of times a week.  I gradually increased the distance and days.  She's gone up to 13 miles with me, but I have no doubt she could run more.  I stopped taking her in the summer, it's too hot and humid.  Just start gradually and pay attention to how he is after the runs.  If he's worn out it was probably too much.  Enjoy!

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Subject: "training plan" for new owner

I recently got a new owner, Todd!  I know that humans can be good running partners, and was wondering if anyone else runs with their humans.  How should I get started?  Don't want to start him off too fast....

SOOOOO INSANELY CUTE!

I heartheartheartheartheartheart boxers. I have albums (even here on BT) full of boxers. My license plate in the U.S. was LUVBOXR.

Okay, as for the question--well, I really can't give a comprehensive answer without a picture of your boxer for full information.

What bel83 said, actually. Go easy, build up slowly ... has he had a full vet exam recently and have you asked about his hips and joints? This would be a good idea.

And definitely needs to be a good leash walker, at any speed or direction you go, and at least have his recall (COME) rock-solid as well just in case he gets off leash, you trip, etc. Preferably all his basic training would be in order and very good.

All these people with boxers and no pictures (okay I should post some then, huh) ...

But yes, boxers, because of their push faces, (yes that's the official term for the smashed-in mug of dogs like boxers, pugs, etc.) can have a harder time cooling hot air as well as warming frigid air. Just be more cautious or forgo running in temperature extremes (and remember their little naked paws are on the ground--whether it's hot or cold--and when it's hot, it's  a LOT hotter close to the asphalt, like they are).

I miss my Joe Boxer.   And my dear Freckles.     See avatar.

Off to  petfinder.com

 Enjoy your new companion.   Boxers are a joy.

This is my boxer that I (or my wife) run with 4-5x per week.  She is 2 1/2 years old.  We got the OK to start running with her right around a 20 months old at a well checkup.  I basically put her on a couch to 5k plan to start.  Vet said in the beginning, no concecutive days running, and nothing over 30 minutes so the couch to 5k plan works perfect.  Boxers are not very good runners when the heat creeps close to 80.  Anything over 80 and they shouldn't be running.  When the weather is cool, I will now take her up to 9 miles with no problem (could probably do longer but I either go >12 miles or < 8.  She can also do two-a-days (4 in the AM/4 in the PM).

Running suggestions: get a "Buddy System" hand free leash and the "Comfort Flex" sport harness and teach your dog the verbal commands left/right/straight/heel and stop.  Also, when it is warm (70-80) I take my fuel belt and let her drink like a hamster out of a fuel belt bottle.  Works great!

 PS - Beware though.  Once they get hooked, it is hard to get out the door without them.  My dog will pound on its leash/harness with her nose constantly and starts to go crazy when shes me just reaching into my running clothes drawer!

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Don't feed the dog prior to or immediately after running.. Also, as mentioned above, don't run the dog if it is too hot.  Dogs have a hard time regulating heat - if your dog gets too hot, the best (only) way to cool them down is immersion in cool water.  They can't drink enough to cool off.

Trying to get a pix up, but I have never figured that out????? Thanks for all the advice so far! Good stuff!!!