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Boxer
Large Breed
The Boxer is loving, sensitive, athletic, inquisitive, playful, hard working, calm, intelligent and famously courageous. His appearance is one of beautiful symmetry, his well-defined muscles seem sculpted to perfection, carrying his uniquely expressive head.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Germany
Weight
Male over 30kg / 66lbs when height at withers is approx. 60cm / 23 1/2inches;
Female over 25kg / 55lbs when height at withers is approx. 56cm / 22inches (standards may vary)
Height
Male 57-36cm / 22 1/2 -25 inches;
Female 53-59cm / 21-23 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Short coat
Markings
Fawn (in various shades from light fawn to dark deer red) or brindle colours (fawn background with dark or black stripes running parallel to ribs). White markings are typical.
Lifespan
Average, 10-12 years
The boxer will entertain you, tease you, keep you fit and protect you. He has a real personality and has a passion for life.
Temperament
The boxer is fearless and trustworthy. A very intelligent dog that is loyal and protective towards his owners and reserved with strangers. He has countless energy for work and play.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Boxer is fearless and trustworthy. A very intelligent dog that is loyal and protective towards his owners and reserved with strangers. He has countless energy for work and play.
- Makes a wonderful companion
- Easy to train
- Generally good with other pets
- Requires sufficient daily exercise
- Prone to barking when left alone
- Needs constant interaction with people