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BOXER — BREED DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION
Breed Description / Health Issues / Breed Standards / Training / Additional Information
Breed Description
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Note: The breed registries indicated above are the most recognized all-breed registries. The breed may also be recognized by other registries not indicated here. For further details about dog registries, please see the document: Dog Breed Registries in North America.
* — The FCI is the World Canine Organization, which includes 83 members and contract partners (one member per country) that each issue their own pedigrees and train their own judges. The FCI recognizes 339 breeds, with each being the "property" of a specific country. The "owner" countries of the breeds write the standards of these breeds in co-operation with the Standards and Scientific Commissions of the FCI, and the translation and updating are carried out by the FCI. The FCI is not a breed registry nor does it issue pedigrees.
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Germany |
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Males—22 ½ to 25 inches;
Females—21 to 23 ½ inches. |
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Males—approx. 70 lbs;
Females—approx.60 lbs. |
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Brief History of the Boxer Breed:
The Boxer was developed in Germany from several other breeds, including the Bulldog, the Great Dane, the Brabant Bullenbeisser (a Mastiff-type dog), and others. Originally bred for hunting and holding prey, the Boxer was later used as a guard dog. He was introduced to North America after the end of World War I and since then, the breed's popularity has grown immensely — In 2005, the Boxer ranked 8th most registered breed by the Canadian Kennel Club.
For further details on the history of the Boxer, see:
Breed Profile:
The Boxer is alert, dignified and self-confident. He is energetic, playful, and fun-loving with family and friends, with a particular love for children. He is, however, generally wary of strangers and makes an excellent guard dog. Always a loyal and intelligent family companion, the Boxer can be somewhat stubborn at times and early obedience training is highly recommended. Even tempered, noble in appearance, and fearless, the Boxer should not have any traits of aggression, extreme shyness or hyperactivity.
The ideal Boxer is of medium size with a square build. His nose is broad and the top of his muzzle appears slightly pushed in, leaving the jaw a bit undershot. His coat is short, shiny and tight to the body. The colours are fawn and brindles of varying shades. On the face, white may replace part or all of the black mask. The markings on the face should always enhance the true Boxer expression. His gait is firm with a free stride and proud appearance. He combines strength and agility with elegance and style. His twinkling black eyes show his intelligence and emotions. His face wrinkles up into expressions of curiosity, excitement, happiness, surprise, or sadness.
Today, the Boxer is often seen participating in Obedience, Tracking, Agility and, due to his natural instincts to guard and defend, he is also seen training in Schutzhund. Boxers are also used to work as Search and Rescue Dogs as well as Therapy Dogs.
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Health Issues:
Boxers, as with other breeds, are susceptible to some health problems, some of a genetic nature, others viral. The Boxer — Health Issues document includes information on some of the known health concerns found in the breed.
If you are considering the adoption of a Boxer puppy, or any breed, it is very important to be selective in choosing a responsible and reputable breeder. Ensure that the prospective puppy's parents have all health clearances. This should include, among others, hip x-rays to exclude hip dysplasia and eyes should be checked to see that they are normal and PRA clear. (For more information on selecting a breeder, see the articles on the main Breed Listing and Breeders page.)
Additional Health Resources:
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Breed Standards:
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Training Resources:
- Training — For information on training your Boxer, see this growing section of Canada's Guide to Dogs for tips, articles, as well as listings of training centres across Canada.
- Boxer Training
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Additional Information:
- The Worldwide Boxer — A detailed guide to Judging the Boxer
- Coat Colors in Boxers from the ABC
- White Boxers and Deafness by Bruce Cattanach
- Boxer Pedigree Database
- Council of Docked Breeds — "Tail docking is a very emotive subject the world over. The Council of Docked Breeds (CDB) campaigns to protect the freedom to choose the tail docking option. Based in the UK it is a non-profit making organisation manned by dog breeders."
- Boxer Mailing List — The BML is the original Internet mailing list dedicated to Boxers. It's a forum that includes Boxer enthusiasts all over the world. List members are pet owners, veterinarians, vet technicians, breeders, handlers, judges, and trainers. It is widely recognized as the Internet's leading resource for Boxer owners.
- Clubs, Sports and Activities — Information on various dog sports and activities, including Agility, Schutzhund, and much more, as well as non-breed specific clubs from across Canada. (For Boxer breed specific clubs, please see the Breed Clubs section.)
- Working Dogs — Information on the working dog, including Guide Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Police Dogs, SAR Dogs, and much more. Plus lists of organizations from across Canada.
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World of the Boxer
by Richard Tomita
1500 photos, contributions from over 60 guest authors. Boxers from all around the world, history of the breed, selecting a puppy, obedience training, showing and handling, completely illustrated chapter on breeding & whelping, photos of every American Boxer Club National Speciality winner since 1936, the illustrated Standard, and a complete roster of sires and dams of merit. Also stories of Boxer heroes, SAR dogs, therapy dogs, and more. The ULTIMATE book for any Boxer fancier! Coffeetable format.
— Available from Dogwise.com.
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