Quick Stats for Boxers Dog
- Height (at the shoulders): dogs: 22 – 25 inches (56 – 63 cm) ; bitches: 21 – 24 inches (53 – 61 cm)
- Weight: dogs: 60 – 70 pounds (27 – 32 kg) ; bitches: 53 – 65 pounds (24 – 29 kg)
- Life Expectancy: 8 – 10 years
- AKC Group: Working Group – AKC recognized in 1904
- Shedding: average shedder
- Living Conditions: okay in apartment (with sufficient exercise); fairly active indoors; best with average sized yard (minimum)
Personality of Boxers Dog
The Boxer dog breed is one of the favorites among dog owners. They are very outgoing, playful, and loyal. Because of their intelligence and eagerness to learn, they are great dogs for obedience competitions. By nature, they are also protective of their families and their homes, but will welcome people they know.
They are great for active families and are excellent with children. Boxers are typically well behaved around other dogs and pets.
History of Boxers Dog
The Boxer was developed in 19th Century Germany. It is believed that they were developed by breeding two European breeds that are now extinct. They were the Danziger Bullenbeiser and the Brabenter Bullenbeiser. They were then crossed, sometime later on, with the Mastiff and the Bulldog.
Boxers were originally used for dog fighting, bull baiting, and cart pulling. They were also used as working dogs, to herd cattle and other livestock, and to help hunt and pin wild boar and bison.
The breed was officially registered by the American Kennel Club in 1904.
The Boxers Dog Care and Grooming
Boxers require mental and physical stimulation daily. They make great jogging companions and should at least get a long daily walk. They love to play fetch and other active games.
Boxers are sensitive to temperature extremes. Their bodies can overheat easily, and they can get a chill in cold weather. So be on the lookout for any signs of adverse reactions to extreme temperatures.When taking your Boxer outdoors in hot weather, be sure that there is plenty of shade available for her to rest if she is becoming overheated.
Grooming your Boxer is quite easy. Because of their smooth, short-haired coat, a weekly brushing with a firm bristle brush should be sufficient to remove any dead hairs.
The breed is an average shedder.
Health Problems of Boxers Dog
The average life expectancy of Boxers dog is about eight to ten years.
Major health concerns for this breed are:
- SAS (Sub-Aortic Stenosis)
- CHD (Canine Hip Dysplasia)
- Boxer cardiomyopathy
- more likely than other dog breeds to develop tumors later in their lives
Minor health issues include:
- corneal erosion
- gastric torsion
- hypothyroidism
- colitis
Veterinarians recommend having Boxers dog tested specifically for hip dysplasia, cardiac issues, and potential thyroid problems.
Best,
Omar Reyes
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