Large breed
Boxer Puppies
If you have a liking for a fearless, energetic yet devoted pet then the boxer breed of dogs should form your list of preferred choices. As the 9th most recognized and popular dog breed in the world, whether the brindle fur colored, white or fawn, a boxer is a delight to look at and a fabulous companion around. Well, before you get on to including it on your list, let’s explore a few of its attributes. Discover more about our Boxer puppies for sale below!
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- Exercise 60 min a day
About the Boxer
The Boxer is a dynamic and affectionate breed, known for its playful spirit and loyalty to family. Originating in Germany in the late 19th century, these medium-sized dogs were initially bred for hunting and guarding, which translates today into their protective nature and high energy levels. As a future owner, you’ll find that Boxers are incredibly good with young kids, making them a wonderful addition to families. Their playful demeanor means they thrive in active households and enjoy socializing with other dogs, though they may need some guidance with cats.
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With an energy level that falls right in the middle of the spectrum, Boxers require regular exercise to keep them happy and healthy. Daily walks, playtime at the park, or even a game of fetch in the backyard will satisfy their active nature. Grooming is fairly straightforward, as they have short hair that only needs weekly brushing. While they do shed a bit, it is manageable, making them a suitable choice for many households.
Training a Boxer can be a rewarding experience due to their intelligence and eagerness to please. They respond well to positive reinforcement methods, and with consistent training, you’ll find that your Boxer can be an obedient companion. Their affectionate nature means they will thrive on love and attention, becoming a devoted part of your family. If you’re looking for a loyal friend with a big heart, a Boxer could be the perfect fit for you. Consider visiting us at Petland Fort Myers, Florida, to meet these charming dogs and see if their vibrant personalities resonate with your family.
Boxer breed profile
Every score below is set by our team for this breed. Higher is simply more of that trait, not better or worse.
Temperament
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Affection Devoted
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Playfulness Always game
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With strangers Warms up
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Territorial Somewhat
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Prey drive Moderate
Family & other pets
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Young children Excellent
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Older children Excellent
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Other dogs Sociable
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Cats Needs care
Energy & exercise
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Energy Very high
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Mental stimulation High
Training
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Trainability Quick to learn
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Intelligence Very bright
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Stubbornness A stubborn streak
Care & upkeep
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Shedding Moderate
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Drooling Some
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Barking Moderate
Home life
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Apartment living Adaptable
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Time alone A few hours
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Cold weather Average
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Warm weather Needs shade
A good match for
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First-time owners Good first dog
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Senior owners Suitable
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Running partner Good
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Hiking Good
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Therapy work Possible
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Guarding Protective
Living with a Boxer
History
From ancient Germany precisely around the 19th century had the now extinct mastiff breed Bullenbeisser and bulldogs brought in from England. At the time of their arrival, they served as hunting dogs for bears, deer, and other ferocious beasts, it would capture the prey with the help of its awesome teeth and detain it until the hunter arrives.
Sometime later these dogs were crossbred to produce what we have today as the resilient “Boxer” and in 1894, some Germans began to test its popularity in dog shows which gave place for the first boxer club (the Deutscher) in 1896. And in 1904 the first boxer standard club was launched with a comprehensive document that is still in use today.
Shortly after, the breed made its way into other European countries and got into the U.S in the late 19th century with the American Kennel Club taking registration of its first boxer around 1904.
During the first world war, boxers played the role of a military dog as a pack-carrier, a guard dog, and an attack dog, later they were taken home by the soldiers and got introduced into the domestic world as a show dog, best companion, and a reliable guard.
Temperament
One with so much life, energetic, curious, attentive, active, smart, sociable and incredible fun with children is the boxer, they are also known to be very patient and highly protective of their family members making them the love and desire of many homes.
As active dogs, they need a lot of exercise to keep them mentally fit, apparently having a mind of its own, you will find your boxer entertain itself by digging the ground often, chewing, and licking the mouth to beat boredom.
They are also very stubborn in character which makes them a terrible choice for first-timers with dogs, they are generally a bit difficult with adult dogs including dogs of a similar breed but friendly with puppies. They usually do not bark unless there is a genuine reason behind it but they love to growl.
Environment
If you have occupied home with people around all the time or you want a canine buddy the whole time, then a boxer is just the perfect breed to get. Being a highly active dog, they dread loneliness and they can cope finely in both a house and an apartment as long as you provide it with enough room and spaces for exercises and activities.
What you must have is a large yard if you are living in a house for it to dig the ground and run around as it likes. And more so, if you are given to being away from home most of the time, getting a boxer may not be the best for you and the dog, because they usually get aggressive when left alone.
They also are not very fond of the humid temperatures, so great care should be given it during hot weather so that they don’t get overheated and the same care during the cold seasons because of their thin fur coat. Boxers are known as loud snorers and they drool greatly too.
Exercises
Boxers are playful and very energetic dogs as such regular exercises are part of a good canine relationship, especially a breed of this sort. So a daily jogging companion your boxer should be to you and always on a leash, so it doesn’t get overly energetic to the drear of fellow pedestrians.
Your boxer should be allowed to play in a fenced area and on-leashed since it is likely to jump and leap around in excitement. This puts a boxer as a bad choice for a frail owner as they may find it a tad impossible and daunting keeping up with its excessive activity demands.
Grooming
Being a breed with a short and thin coat its grooming demands are quite easy and little, all it needs is a light brushing of the hair twice every week to maintain its good and gleeful looks.
Bathing should be a once in a while since boxers are generally clean dogs and its nails, be trimmed once every month or as often as they grow worn on surfaces, its teeth should also be brushed daily to avoid tartar formation and other dental crises.
Our Boxer puppies for sale come from either USDA licensed commercial breeders or hobby breeders with no more than 5 breeding mothers. USDA licensed commercial breeders account for less than 20% of all breeders in the country.
The unregulated breeders who are selling outside of the USDA regulations and without a license are what we consider to be “Puppy Mills.” We are committed to offering Boxer puppies who will grow up to become important members of your family. We only purchase puppies from the very best sources, and we stand behind every puppy we sell.
Caring for a Boxer
- Grooming
- Weekly brushing
- Grooming cost
- Low
- Monthly food
- Average
- Outdoor space
- A yard is recommended
- Allergy friendly
- Not considered hypoallergenic
Boxer Video
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Boxers good family pets?
Yes, boxers are particularly fond of their family members especially when goodly trained.
Are Boxers trainable?
Though the boxers can be a little headstrong, they are very intelligent and with a proper training environment, they respond well.
Are Boxers friendly with kids?
Yes! They are very fond of children and they love playing games with them.
Are Boxers friendly with other animals?
Boxers are naturally patient with puppies, pooches and small animals but a bit unaccommodating of adult dogs and other animals.
Are Boxers good apartment dogs?
Yes! They can live anywhere you make as a home all you need is to provide it with enough space for exercise.
How is Boxers shedding?
Given the shortness of their coat, they shed minimally and occasionally, you can also regulate the shedding by frequent brushing of their coat.
Are Boxers good for first-time owners?
Not quite, as their exercise needs are way too high for their inexperienced hands.
Are Boxers loud barkers?
No! boxers are not noisy dogs, they only bark for a reason. But growling is a thing they do most.
Are Boxers tolerable to heat and cold?
All they need is moderate exposure to heat and cold because of their thin fur body.
How long can Boxers live?
The average life-span of boxers is 10 years
