Breed Information
| Popularity (2015) | #10 |
| Name | Boxer |
| Other names | German Boxer, Deutscher Boxer |
| Origin | Germany |
| Breed Group | Working (AKC:1904)Guardian (UKC) |
| Size | Medium |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 10-12 years |
| Temperament | Brave Bright Confident Energetic Fearless Friendly Intelligent Loyal Playful |
| Height | Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) |
| Weight | Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) |
| Colors | BrindleFawnWhite |
| Litter Size | 6-8 puppies |
| Puppy Price | Average $600 - $1200 USD |
Breed Characteristics
| Adaptability | 4 stars |
| Apartment Friendly | 4 stars |
| Barking Tendencies | 2 starsOccassional |
| Cat Friendly | 3 stars |
| Child Friendly | 4 starsGood with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
| Dog Friendly | 2 stars |
| Exercise Needs | 4 stars |
| Grooming | 1 starsLow Maintenance: Grooming is only necessary once in a while to maintain upkeep. No trimming or stripping needed. |
| Health Issues | 3 starsHypoallergenic: No |
| Intelligence | 4 starsRanking: #49 |
| Playfulness | 4 stars |
| Shedding Level | 1 starsMinimal Shedding: This dog will shed a negligible amount. Recommended for owners who do not want to deal with dog hair in their cars and homes. |
| Stranger Friendly | 3 stars |
| Trainability | 3 starsModerately Easy Training: Training won't require too much attention and effort, though it won't be easier than other breeds. Expect results to come gradually. |
| Watchdog Ability | 5 stars |
| Puppy Names | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rank | Male | Female |
| 01 | Max | Bella |
| 02 | Cooper | Daisy |
| 03 | Charlie | Abbie |
| 04 | Tucker | Molly |
| 05 | Buddy | Bailey |
| 06 | Oscar | Coco |
| 07 | Bentley | Zoe |
| 08 | Milo | Sophie |
| 09 | Bailey | Katie |
| 10 | Louie | Penny |
| Overview |
|---|
| The boxer is exemplary in its combination of stylish elegance with
strength and agility. It is square-proportioned with good substance and
musculature. Its stride is free and ground-covering, with proud
carriage. Its head is distinctive, with a broad, blunt muzzle and alert
expression. Its coat is short and shiny. It is perfectly suited to serve
as a working watchdog. The boxer is playful, exuberant, inquisitive, attentive, demonstrative, devoted and outgoing; it is a perfect companion for an active family. It can be stubborn, but it is sensitive and responsive to commands. It may be aggressive toward strange dogs, but it is generally good with other household dogs and pets. |
| History |
| The Boxer was bred in Germany from the Bulldog and the now extinct Bullenbeisser ('bull-biter'). It was bred to chase, bite, and hold onto large game such as deer and boar. The Boxer's name may be derived from the German 'Boxl' for 'short trousers' or from the dog's tendency to stand on its hind legs and swing its forelegs when fighting or playing. U.S. soldiers brought the Boxer home to America where it became a popular pet (the seventh most popular U.S. breed as of 2006) after World War II. In the last century, Boxers have also been put to work as messenger dogs, guard dogs, cattle herders, and police dogs. |
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Boxer,
Guard Dog Breeds,
Medium Dog Breeds,
Watch Dog Breeds,
Working Dog Breeds