Bright, Fun-Loving, Active
A well-made Boxer in peak condition is an awesome sight. A male can stand as high as 25 inches at the shoulder; females run smaller. Their muscles ripple beneath a short, tight-fitting coat. The dark brown eyes and wrinkled forehead give the face an alert, curious look. The coat โฆ
Energy
80%
Shedding
40%
Trainability
80%
Grooming
40%
Friendliness
100%
Coat Type
Short coat
Weekly Brushing
Breed Data
Known genetic concerns: eye, nerve, heart problems
dog food
Best overall large breed food โ consistent quality at a fair priceโฆ
toys
The #1 chew toy for heavy chewers โ nothing else comes closeโฆ
beds
Best cooling bed โ essential for flat-faced breeds and dogs in warm clโฆ
health
Best DNA test overall โ unmatched health screening depthโฆ
training
Best GPS collar for active owners โ 3-month battery is class-leadingโฆ
grooming
The gold standard for double-coated breeds โ nothing removes undercoatโฆ
Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.
Very sociable and people-oriented โ early socialization keeps friendliness well-directed.
FCI Group
Group 2 โ Pinschers, Schnauzers, Molosser and Swiss Mountain Dogs
Section
Molossers en berghonden
Status
recognized