Boxer

Posted on 22. May, 2009 by admin in Dog Breeds, Dog Breeds B, German Dog Breeds, Short Coat Dog Breeds, Straight Coat Dog Breeds, Working Dogs

The Boxer originated in Germany near Munich in the 1880′s, the breed was developed by crossing two German mastiff-type breed, the Bullenbeiszer and the Barenbeiszer. They were later crossed with an English Bulldog.

In spite of its German origins, the breed is called “boxer” an English name that suitably describes the “boxing” motion they made with their front paws. The Boxer is a stocky medium-sized dog who combines power and agility. Despite his imposing past, early Boxers may have been quite ferocious, the breed today is a loving family companion and utilitarian breed.

Breed Group

Working

Size

21 – 25 inches tall (at shoulder)

Weight

53-75 lbs

Color(s)

The coat comes in such colors as various shades fawn, red and brindle with a white underbelly, chest, front and feet, some has a darker face or mask.

Coat

The Boxer has a shiny short close-fitting coat which is lying smooth and fits tightly to the body which cannot protect them from cold climates.

Life Expectancy

About 10 – 14 years.

Personality

The Boxer are happy with a very positive personality, they have an extremely high energy level and are very clownish and willing to play. The Boxer needs lots of human companionship and do not like to be alone for extended periods of time, it may also become too possessive. Loyal and affectionate, the Boxer is considered a “people dog” for the way they adapting well to children and other dogs they have been raised with.

Care

This breed has some major health concerns such as cardiomyopathy, digestive disorders, heart problems, hypothyroidism, cornea ulcers, epilepsy and possible bleeding disorder. They may also be prone to tumors more likely than other breeds and have tendency for allergies.

The Boxer must have a proper diet due to their sensitive stomach and tendency toward excessive flatulence. The tight, short-haired coat requires minimal grooming. The Boxer is an average shedder that sheds year round, brush occasionally with a firm bristle brush, and bathes only when necessary.

Training

This breed requires a dominant owner who will begin is training at an early age, because with is strong personality it can be harder to train when older. Highly clever and eager to please the Boxer love to learn and perform tricks. Some of the Boxer’s talents are guide dogs for the blind, guarding, search and rescue, police and military work, they also do very well in competitive obedience. Boxer puppy

Activity

They are fairly active indoors and if sufficiently exercised, the Boxer will do okay in a city environment, but do best with at least an average-sized fenced yard to roam in. They also enjoy regular outdoor plays like fetching a ball and long daily walk.

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7 Responses to “Boxer”

Ruth Bevins

14. Nov, 2009

what is his name ?
I what to now because I have a dog that looks get like him.
Jason

03. Dec, 2009

I appreciate your thoughts on the boxer. However I’m not sure I agree entirely with your idea that a boxer has to have a dominant owner. I think with the correct training which I’ve written about here:

http://www.thedogtrainingsecret.com/PuppyTraining/Boxer-Puppy-Training

you can have a great dog who is very obedient!
emily

24. Apr, 2010

I’ve owned several boxer dogs and I’ve spent a lot of time applying various boxer training techniques and the one that actually worked was praising my boxer.
Francis D.

21. Aug, 2011

i would suggest
Clicker Training techniques for your boxer. It works great!
Mel

06. Sep, 2011

Not so easy if, like me, you have a deaf boxer!

Anyone had any experience with vibrating collars which are supposed to get his attention back to you?
Kelsie

25. Oct, 2011

This has good discriptions of a boxer, it was very helpful for my daughters dog report/assignment.! -Kelsie
Sankary Metion

17. Jan, 2012

Hi Just checking out your website I like it
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