Boxer

Appearance
(German Boxer, Deutscher Boxer) The Boxer has a powerful, stocky body with compact muscles and square-shaped proportions. They have round, brawny necks that are well-muscled and do not possess any dewlap. Their front limbs are straight and parallel and their tails are carried high. The tails of this breed are usually docked, and the heads of this breed are proportioned to the size of the dog’s body. Their lower jaw curves upward and extends beneath their upper jaw, and neither teeth nor tongue are visible when the mouth is closed. Their large noses are dark in color and feature a pair of wide, open nostrils. The Boxer’s glossy, close-fitting, short-haired coat exists in a number of colors including fawn, brindle, red, and white. White markings may be present.White boxers are more prown to deafness then others.
Temperament
The Boxer is good-natured, high-spirited, playful, and curious. They are highly intelligent and eager to learn, but they can also be free-willed and sneaky. This breed is good for competitive obedience. They love bonding with their family, and they are excellent family pets. They get along wonderfully with children and are generally friendly towards other dogs and animals. Boxers like to use their front paws to get into things and move things from place to place. They have a sense of humor and are quite goofy, and they have been known to pick up just about anything and carry it around with them. They are very protective over their family and home, but visitors are almost always welcomed enthusiastically. This breed makes a great guard dog. They should be trained and properly socialized from a young age so that they don’t jump up on people. They love to jump and they can be overly boisterous. This breed requires a dominant owner and firm, consistent training.They love to be the middle of attention and are also known as the "clown of dogs"
Size
21 – 25 inchesWeight
53 – 70 poundsHealth
The Boxer is prone to cardiomyopathy, sub-aortic stenosis, and epilepsy. Like other larger dog breeds, hip dysplasia is also a concern. Between the ages of one and eight years, the Boxer is more likely to develop tumors than other breeds. They have a tendency towards developing allergies and heart problems. Boxers may drool or snore and/or have excessive flatulence. White varieties of Boxers are prone to deafness. This breed typically lives for 11 to 14 years. They average 6 puppies per litter.This breed typically lives for 10 to 12 years.
Origin
The Boxer’s ancestors are the Bullenbeiszer and the Barebeiszer. Both of these dogs were powerful, German mastiff-types. Later, the Boxer was crossed with ancestors of the Mastiff and the Bulldog. The breed was initially utilized for hunting and bull baiting purposes. They were also known to pull carts. As time progressed, the Boxer’s ancestors were used as cattle dogs, and their job was to round up livestock. Because of their adaptability and eagerness to learn, the breed often appeared in the circus and theater. The first studbook for the Boxer was started in 1904. This development led to the creation and stability of the breed’s standard. The contemporary Boxer is very gentle, loving, and makes a wonderful family companion. The Boxer has a number of natural talents including guarding, watching, police and military work, search and rescue, obedience, and trick performing.Maintenance
The smooth, glossy, short-haired coat of the Boxer is easy to groom and take care of. Regular brushing with a firm bristle brush and bathing only as necessary are sufficient methods of upkeep. Avoid excessively bathing this breed. The Boxer is very clean and likes to lick and groom himself. They are average shedders.Ideal Environment
Boxers are content to live in a small household or apartment if they are sufficiently exercised. They are active indoors and are happiest with at least an average-sized yard. Because of their propensity to chill easily in cold weather conditions, the Boxer lives best in temperate climates. They are an active, agile, and athletic breed, and they enjoy daily work and exercise. They like to go for walks and play ball.Ask a QuestionBoxer Q&A






















Upload a PhotoBoxer Photos
Write a ReviewBoxer Reviews
I LOVE THEM!
My husband and I got a female brindle boxer before we got married. She is truly a great dog. My father had two boxers and they were wonderful too- that is why we got Sasha. The puppy stage was kind of chaotic- she was very curious and chewed a lot of things she wasn't suppose to, but that all stopped at about 9 months. She has always been active and she has always loved kids, cats, and other dogs. We had her spayed at six months of age. My husband works night now and I am so grateful to have her as a companion because she looks tough (she is very lean and muscular), is protective, but is so sweet. I wouldn't trade her for anything, in fact my husband and I are looking to get another boxer. These are just great family dogs.
Pros: Compassionate, Loves everyone, Looks tough, protective
Cons: Various potential health problems
Review
I love the Boxer breed. They are playful and full of energy. They are very smart dogs and can be trained. Owner needs to be be dominate.
Pros: Loving, Energetic, Playful, easily trained
Cons: Gas-smelly
Review
I just got a Boxer sevin months ago and would never take another dog. Rocky is the best dog anyone could ask for and I highly recomend this breed to anyone searching for a great family pet.
Pros: Loving, Gentle, Great with Kids
Cons: Gas
Review
we love are 21/2 year old female boxer, maddie.she is the most loving dog ever so easy going great with kids and are one year old west highland terrier who is her best friend,wouldn`t change her for the world. also great to dress her up she will let you get away with anything.
Pros: loving, playfull,devoted,bloody gorgeous.
Cons: smelly bottom
beautiful boxers
We have a 13 week old red male boxer puppy. He has been a wonderful addition to our little family and fills our lives with joy everyday. He's great with kids and loves the beach, what more could we have asked for!!
Pros: devoted, playful, energetic, sociable and loyal
Cons:
Boxer dogs
I've always loved the boxer breed and currently have a white female boxer. We were very lucky that she has no health problems and is very loving and loyal. A little under two weeks ago we lost our 9/12 year old male boxer X kelpie Flynn. Although he wasn't a pure bred he certainly held most of the boxer traits in looks and energy. Most of all he was the most loyal dog i have ever owened. My boyfriend, parents and I were all hit when he died suddenly and it's like we've lost a family member. I just want to say that although there are many great breeds out there Boxers will forever hold a place in my heart, and for anyone who's looking they will make a great addition to your family. RIP Flynn xxoo
Pros: wonderful loving breed, extremley loyal.
Cons: sometimes a little too much energy ;P
Boxers
I have had 4 boxers in the course of my life, and I have never wanted to try any other breed. I have had boxers from breeders and from rescues, and they have all been awesome dogs. All have been easily housebroken, have been super loyal and trainable. They are great family dogs, all of mine are super with kids. As roudy as they can be sometimes, they are very sensitive with kids, and seem to instinctively know how gentle they need to be with the young ones, and display a sense of awareness on the level of play with each child individually. All of my kids can be playing with my dogs at the same time, and they will "box" much gentler with my smallest than they will my biggest. These dogs are great guard dogs, in the sense that they have wonderful instincts on a strangers intentions. Some people they greet very friendly, others they can be very cautious with. You do not need to train these dogs in protection, it is a great instinct they have. All of mine have stepped up at one time or another against someone who intended my family or property harm, and subdued the individual without going overboard. One caution I do offer is do not discipline your children in front of your boxer, they will take the childs side over the adults every time! AWESOME DOGS, would recommend to everyone except maybe those who do not have the time or energy to exercise them. If you do not "wear them down" every day, they'll find something to do on their own!
Pros:
Cons:
Boxers
I Have A 1 year old female boxer she is the best thing in the whole world that ever happening to me she is so kind and loveable i recently had a sad time in my life my dog used to cry with me as i Cried she Is So Quiet , Is Very Nervous Dog Dough But Never Lets Anyone into the house unless i'm in the same room I Would Recomend These Dogs To Anyone looking for a companion!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Pros: Loyal Dog
Cons: Stupid Sometimes Ha
boxer review
I am a stay at home Mom of three children. 7 months, 2 and 4 yrs old. I grew up with boxers and have always adored them. Our family has a 7 month old female boxer. She is the best dog we've ever owned. She loves our children and has shown herself to be very protective of them. She even seems to be on high alert when my husband isn't home. She lays on the floor and allows the kids to climb all over her. She is truly a very special girl, and in my experience a very typical boxer.
Pros: If you're up for the challenge, they're an amazing breed. Excellent family pet and gaurdian.
Cons: They think that they're lap dogs! LOL
Best Family Dog
My boxer (Toston) passed away just two months ago. I never had a better more loving family member. He used to live with my mother and loved and protected her during all his life. Never unloyal, never false, never unwilling. Allways in synch with me, allways loving, allways protective, allways playfull. I you're looking for a family dog, a guardian, a play and soul mate, a family member there will be no better option.
Pros: Loving, Loyal, Protective, Best Family Member
Cons: Lifespan is too litle it should be 100 years
Boxer Breed
We have 2 male Boxers in our home (Cooper and Blitz). Both are great with our 4 children (4, 2, and 2 newborns). They are absolutely hilarious, having facial expressions like a human and are always clowning around trying to get your attentiong. They are instinctively gentler and less rowdy when around the kids too. They are very sensitive to the raising of your voice, and therefore, no physical reprimand is needed when they start acting a little too wreckless during play time. I have never had either of them 'potty' in the house, unless they were left at home for a good lenth of time, and even in that case it was right in front of the back door where we let them out. This is surprising considering that they are both males and neither are nuetered. We love this breed and will never consider another. They are truly members of the family, and not viewed as just a family pet. Highly recommended to all dog lovers.
Pros: Loyal, virtually barkless, easy to house train
Cons: Even in adulthood, try to be lap dogs and sleep with you. If left alone, they tend to get destructive while an adolescent