ADDITIONAL BOXER PICTURES
Family: Mastiff
Breed Group: AKC Working
Origin: Germany
Date of Origin: 1800s
Originally used for: Cattle and butcher's dog, companion and served in WWI
Used today: Companion
Other Name(s): German Boxer, Deutscher Boxer
History of the Breed: It is believed that the Boxer breed originated from the Brabanter Bullenbeisser which can be traced back to
Belgium. This dog was described as a strong and agile dog, the Brabanter Bullenbeisser was used by elite individuals in Germany to help in the
hunting of wild boar. The dog's ears were cropped to prevent any potential injuries and tears from encounters with the boars.
As time moved on the Brabanter Bullenbeisser came to do work with cattle dealers and by the 1800’s was considered a working class dog. When not
working the Brabanter was an excellent family pet always eager to please it’s owners. In the 1830s it is believed that an early
form of the English Bulldog was crossed with the Brabanter Bullenbeisser and thus the Boxer breed was born. The crossed dogs were an unacceptable white color.
Over time, careful breeding produced the acceptable color combinations required in the breed standard.
General Appearance: The boxer is a medium sized, well muscled dog with a square built frame covered by a short coat. The muscle
tone of the Boxer is clean and well defined. The unique head shape is well proportioned with a broad muzzle, dark brown frontally placed eyes,
and ears that are set at the highest points on the sides of the skull and typically cropped. The chest is deep and reaches to the elbows with well arched
ribs that extend far to the rear. The loins are short and muscular and the stomach line is tucked up. The tail is set high and docked. The coat is short and smooth
and colored either brindle and white, red and white, or brown and white.
Height & Weight:
Height 21-25 Inches
Weight 50-80 Pounds
Coat: Very short and smooth
Color: Brindle and white, red and white, brown and white
Grooming needs: Low
Temperament of Breed:
Friendly with children: Yes, very playful and tolerant
Friendly with other dogs: Average, training is recommended
Suitability as a watchdog: Yes
Exercise Level: High, the boxer is a very energetic breed and requires a walk or run everyday
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Cardiomyopathy, hypothyroidism, incontinence, heart problems, AS/SAS, canine hip dysplasia,
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 11-12 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 7
First Registered by the AKC: 1904
Registries: FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CCR, CKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
American Boxer Club
The British Boxer Club
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