Boxer
Also known as: Bullenbeisser
Affectionate With Family
Affectionate With Family: Moderate (4 out of 5)
How affectionate a breed is likely to be with family members, or other people he knows well. Some breeds can be aloof with everyone but their owner, while other breeds treat everyone they know like their best friend.
Good With Young Children
Good With Young Children: Excellent with Kids (5 out of 5)
A breed's level of tolerance and patience with childrens' behavior, and overall family-friendly nature. Dogs should always be supervised around young children, or children of any age who have little exposure to dogs.
Good With Other Dogs
Good With Other Dogs: Moderate (3 out of 5)
How generally friendly a breed is towards other dogs. Dogs should always be supervised for interactions and introductions with other dogs, but some breeds are innately more likely to get along with other dogs, both at home and in public.
Openness To Strangers
Openness To Strangers: Moderate (4 out of 5)
How welcoming a breed is likely to be towards strangers. Some breeds will be reserved or cautious around all strangers, regardless of the location, while other breeds will be happy to meet a new human whenever one is around!
Note: Scores reflect typical breed tendencies. Individual dogs may vary based on training, environment, and genetics.
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Care Guide
- ●Boxer grooming essentials: minimal upkeep for sleek coat
- ●weekly brushing with rubber curry-brush or hound glove
- ●baths only when occasionally needed
- ●monthly nail trims (or as worn down)
- ●daily teeth brushing to prevent tartar buildup
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Health Information
Boxers thrive indoors and are sensitive to extreme heat or cold, requiring consistent indoor living as family pets. Reputable breeders prioritize health testing for common issues like hip dysplasia, aortic stenosis, cardiomyopathy, thyroid disorders, degenerative myelopathy, and specific cancers. The American Boxer Club offers detailed breed-specific health and care resources for owners.
Recommended Health Tests
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Overview
About This Breed
The Boxer is a lively, intelligent, and affectionate breed known for its playful and fun-loving nature. Highly energetic and loyal, it thrives on interaction and mental stimulation, often forming strong bonds with families while displaying a protective and watchful demeanor. Their bright and curious temperament makes them excellent companions for active owners, though their stubborn streak requires consistent, engaging training methods.
🎭Temperament
Purpose
Hunting (big-game, such as bear, bison, and wild boar), protection, police work, war dog, guide dog, and service/therapy work
Breed for
Bull-baiting, guardian
Best Suited For
Active familiesOwners with experience in training high-energy dogsHouseholds with space for exercise (not ideal for apartment living)
Ideal Owner Profile
This breed is best suited for an active, experienced owner or family who can provide ample exercise, mental stimulation, and patient training, preferably in a home with a yard or access to outdoor spaces.
Training Difficulty
Moderate
Care Difficulty
Low
Common Challenges
Owners may face challenges with stubbornness during training and the need for high daily exercise; some Boxers may also struggle with same-sex dog aggression or require early socialization to ensure adaptability.
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