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Boxer Dog

AKA: (Deutsche Boxer) (German Boxer Dog)

The Boxer Dog in Brief:

The Boxer Dog, breed of medium-sized, muscular working dog perfected in Germany in the 19th century but whose origins may be traced back in Europe to the 16th century. It stands from 21 to 25 in. (53.3–63.5 cm) high at the shoulder and weighs from 60 to 75 lb (27.2–34 kg). It has a short, smooth, shiny coat of fawn or brindle, often with white markings on the head, chest, and feet, and a black muzzle. Traditionally the ears are cropped to stand erect, and the tail is docked, however, as of late it is becoming more popular to leave the ears and tail natural, partially due to new laws World-wide that prohibit cropping and docking. A relative of numerous breeds of the bulldog type, the boxer was originally used in dog fighting and bull baiting. Today it is trained as a police dog and as a guide dog for the blind. The boxer is also kept as a pet.

Because of its reputation for courage, aggressiveness, and intelligence, it has been used in police work; it is also valued as a watchdog, personal protection dog and companion.

Pronunciation of Boxer:

box-er pronunciation

Temperament of the Boxer:

The Boxer is happy, high-spirited, playful, curious and energetic. The Boxer is highly intelligent, eager and quick to learn, but can be stubborn and sneaky. The Boxer is a good dog for competitive obedience. The Boxer is constantly on the move, bonding very closely with the family. The Boxer is loyal and affectionate, Boxers are known for the way they get along so well with children. A well brought-up and properly socialized Boxer will also get along with his own kind and other household pets. However one Boxer owner reported; their Boxer is best friends with their many barn cats and second dog, but will chase and eat their ducks and other farm birds. The female boxer will often get into fights with other female dogs, trying to display her dominance. If one owns a female boxer and another female dog, they will get along and even play most of the time, however they will most likely fight occasionally in an effort to establish dominance. It has been said that the name "Boxer" came from the way the Boxer likes to use is front paws for just about everything. If you have ever watched a Boxer go about his business you may have noticed the way he paws at his toys, food bowl and you for that matter, in a very playful cat-like way. Some Boxers have been known to paw at their food or water bowl if they are empty. Playfully barking, pawing and playing with the bowl, flipping it upside-down and putting their front paws on the top of the bowl, sliding it around the house barking and whining until someone fills it for them. It looks like a silly game, but the Boxer knows what he is trying to tell you, he's hungry! Boxers are very clownish and playful and have been known to grab and carry ANYTHING around including your knickknacks if he thinks he can get away with it. The Boxer's nature is to protect you, your family, and your home. Known visitors will be welcomed boisterously. Boxers are always keen to work and play. Boxers need lots of human companionship. Boxers can be rather boisterous and even in old age are still extremely athletic. Teach the Boxer not to be boisterous and especially not to jump up at people. Boxers LOVE to jump. The Boxer is noted for courage and make great guard dogs. Boxers have a wide use in military and police K9 work. Training should start young and be firm and consistent. The Boxer breed requires a dominant owner. An excellent watchdog, with the correct training the Boxer will restrain an intruder without hesitation.

Description of the Boxer:

The Boxer's body is compact and powerful and the shiny, close-fitting coat comes in fawn, brindle, white and various shades of red, with white markings. White Boxers cannot be registered with some Kennel Clubs. The Boxer's tail is usually docked. Ear cropping on the Boxer is optional. (Docking and cropping been somewhat recently outlawed in some countries.) The Boxer's head should be in proportion to its body, lean and unwrinkled. The Boxer's lower jaw extends beyond its upper one, curving upward. Neither teeth nor tongue are to show when the Boxer's mouth is closed. The Boxer's nose is large and black with very open nostrils. The Boxer's eyes dark. The Boxer's neck should be round, strong, and muscular, without dewlap. The Boxer's body should be square. The Boxer's tail is carried high. The Boxer's front legs should be straight and parallel.

Height, Weight of the Boxer:

Height: Dogs (Males) 22-25 inches (56-63 cm.) Bitches (Females) 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)

Weight: Dogs (Males) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg.) Bitches (Females) 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg.)

Health Problems of the Boxer:

Some major concerns for the Boxer are cardiomyopathy, sub-aortic stenosis, and hip dysplasia. Sometimes the Boxer is prone to epilepsy. From age eight on Boxers are more likely to get tumors than other breeds. Boxers have a tendency for allergies. Boxers often have heart problems. Boxers may drool and snore. Boxers may have excessive flatulence. Some white Boxers are prone to deafness.

Living Conditions of the Boxer:

Boxers will do okay in an apartment if sufficiently exercised. Boxers are fairly active indoors and do best with at least an average-sized yard. Boxers do best in temperate climates as the breed can chill easily in cold weather and have trouble cooling off in very hot weather.

Exercise of the Boxer:

An active, athletic breed, Boxers need daily work or exercise, as well as a long brisk, daily walk. The Boxer also enjoys fetching a ball or other sessions of play.

Life Expectancy of the Boxer:

About 11-15 years

Grooming of the Boxer:

The Boxer's smooth, short-haired coat is easy to groom. Brush with a firm bristle brush, and bathe only when necessary, for it removes the natural oils from the skin. Boxers are very clean and groom themselves like cats. This breed is an average shedder.

Origin of the Boxer:

The Boxer's ancestors were two German mastiff type dogs, the Bullenbeiszer and the Barenbeiszer. They were later crossed with the powerful ancestors of the Mastiff and Bulldog. Early on, the Boxer was prized for hunting, bull baiting, and for pulling carts. A bit farther down the family tree, Boxers became cattle dogs, and were used to round up livestock. Boxers were also popular circus and theater dogs because they learned tricks so easily. Breeding was rather indiscriminate until the first Boxer studbook was started in 1904, stabilizing the breed standard. In spite of its German origins, "Boxer" is an English name that suitably describes the dog's punchy fighting style. Though early Boxers may have been quite ferocious, the breed today is a very gentle, loving family companion. Some of the Boxer's talents are watch dogging, guarding, police K9 work, military K9 work, personal protection, search & rescue, competitive obedience, schutzhund and performing tricks.

Canine Group of the Boxer:

Mastiff, AKC Working

Recognition of the Boxer:

FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CCR, CKC, APRI, ACR

Photographs of the Boxer Dog:

The Boxer Dog

The Boxer Dog comes in TWO main Colors:

The two main colors are shown below, however, the Boxer Dog can have any amount of white markings, and can look as though the dog is white with a few dark markings.