I bought a boxer puppy for my soon to be husband back around easter time, its so cute and there bday is the same day, they let me take it when it was not even 2 months old the vet said it may have been to young, since the puppy has "cherry eye" from what the vet said that poses no harm, within the past 2 months her toungue has gone from hanging out a lilttle, cute to begin with, when she slept to hanging out at least an inch all the time the vet said its very common in boxers, i feel so bad for her plus I paid 600 for her from a breeder but I think all these problems may be becuase they sold her too young. Any thoughts or tips?
2006-12-28 03:18:54 · 6 answers · asked by Shalana L 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I have a boxer whos just about 3, and his tongue is long as all get out.
I think most proper breeders wait till they are 3 months old before they sell them, but nowadays people see them as just a quick profit.
But, as for the tongue, mines is crazy too, but hes such a baby doll. Hes a bit pig-headed, but he's awesome.
2006-12-28 03:25:00 · answer #1 · answered by sotakara_galaxia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Neither long tongues, nor cherry eye are caused by taking a puppy too early. Problems you may have will be socialization and bite inhibition. Be sure your puppy plays with other dogs. Boxers love playmates and can be tough to deal with if not socialized often. The bite inhibition will also come with playing with other/older dogs. They will help to teach your puppy what is a correct bite, and what is just too darn hard. There are lots of resources on the web for training Boxers and forums to meet/chat with other Boxer owners.
As far as the tongue goes, Boxers just have long tongues.
As for the Cherry Eye:
Cherry Eye
Eyelids may become inflamed from dermatitis; a bacterial, parasitic, or fungal infection; a metabolic or immune system problem; neoplasia; trauma; or sun damage. Treatment varies by exact diagnosis.
In Harderian gland prolapse (Cherry eye), the gland of the third eyelid, which produces about one-third of the tear film, prolapses as a pink fleshy mass protruding over the edge of the third eyelid, between the third eyelid and the cornea (clear front part of the eye that provides the first step in the collection of light). The condition usually develops during the first year of life. The cause of the prolapse is unknown but is considered to be a weakness of the connective tissue around the gland. The gland starts to move and becomes irritated. Irritation leads to swelling and discharge. The third eyelid can become bloody and ulcerated and develops conjunctivitis.
The treatment envolves a surgical procedure where the prolapsed gland is pushed back in its pocket. This procedure can be performed under local anesthesia. Cherry eye commonly affects young dogs, especially Beagles, Cocker Spaniels, Pekingese, and Bulldogs. If one eye has cherry eye, the other eye could be predisposed to it as well.
Keep an eye on her eyes (no pun intended). Follow your vet's recommendations.
2006-12-28 03:37:50 · answer #2 · answered by redhead70070 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog got cherry eye when he was just a tiny little pup at about 2 months old. He has been living with cherry eye for nine years now. It doesn't bother him. He is not a purebred or anything, but many, many puppies, no matter how young can get it. I'm sure that it is not because you bought him too young. As for the long tougue, lots of dogs have that. It sounds super cute! Your pup is fine. Don't worry!
2006-12-28 03:25:04 · answer #3 · answered by Dana Mulder 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That IS very common in boxers. Most likely as the pup grows,her tongue will come into her jaws.
That's not because they sold her too early-that's actually a common 'defect'. Cherry eye isn't because they sold her too early,either. It's because the skin around her eyes isn't formed correctly. Both of these can easily be fixed by surgery (not too horribly expensive) but if she's happy and there's no infections or problems... why bother? =)
2006-12-28 03:31:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should have the "cherry eye" replaced. As the last person commented - it provides 1/3 of the tears to the eye and chronically prolapsed glands may become scarred decreasing the production. Some dogs are not bothered by this, but if your dog is unlucky later in life it can lead to dry eye. Additionally - as that gland becomes scarred (depending on the exposure) it also can harden and keratinize. This can lead to a "Brillo pad" like effect on the corneal surface where it is in contact. The earlier they are replaced .... the higher success rate of the surgery. Make sure your veterinarian is experienced with this surgery.
2006-12-28 16:06:16 · answer #5 · answered by Tina F 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Long tongue is not from taking it to early. Boxers are very well known to have this condition, it causes no discomfort or pain. It's just the way they are. Relax and enjoy your pup
2006-12-28 03:27:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
THe long tongue is normal and it is not because of taking the puppy when he was to young it is just normal in that type of breed. Listen to the vet they know what they are talking about and they are there to help your dog not hurt it.
2006-12-28 03:35:08 · answer #7 · answered by :) 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋