Boxer

Germany

Mastiff, Livestock Dog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

1800s

Working (AKC:1904)
Guardian (UKC)

Brown

Black

Black
White
Fawn
Brindle

Boxers are known for their short coat.

Straight

10-12 puppies per pregnancy

A Boxer can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Boxer dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Boxer is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Cardiomyopathy
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Corneal Opacities
Degenerative Myelopathy

Gastric Torsion
Colitis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Cvi (Wobbler’S Syndrome)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism

Cardiac
Hip
Blood
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Boxers are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Boxer have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Boxer dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Boxers are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

The Boxer is a dog that is known for its low drooling tendency. If you dislike drool marks on your clothing, the Boxer could be a suitable choice for you.

Boxer dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

These dogs are known for being extremely protective and make excellent guard dogs. They possess a strong instinct to defend their territory and owners and have a high level of vigilance and alertness.

Walk, Run, Jog, Training, Grooming, Eating out, Wubba, Fetch, Hike, Running, Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Digging, Eating Snacks, Jumping, Jumping around, Walks, He liked to run, Back rubs, Fast walking, Playing, Hiking, Playing catch, Cuddling, Chase, Tug-of-war, Chew, Nap, Go to Park

High

Boxers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

10 miles / week

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boxer, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

90 minutes

In general most Boxers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Boxer is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Weekly

Boxer should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

2.5 cups

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Boxer feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

$2.50 - $3.20 / day

The average cost of a Boxer is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

$74 - $95 / month

The average per month expenses of a Boxer is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Boxers has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Boxer is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Boxer is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

Boxers are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Boxers are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Boxers are below average dog friendly dogs. Boxer dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

Boxers are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

The Boxer is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Boxer is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Boxer dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.