They will "shut down" (sulk and pout and passively refuse to do anything) if you jerk them around. Boxers are stubborn, yes, but also sensitive and proud. But you must handle them in an upbeat, persuasive way.
Their heritage, after all, is that of a strong-minded working dog. Though most Boxer dogs are fine with other family pets, including the family cat, quite a few Boxers are dominant or aggressive toward other dogs of the same sex, and some are cat chasers.īoxers need consistent leadership.
Middle-aged Boxers typically become more deliberate and dignified and make calm, loyal companions for the rest of their (unfortuntately not very long) lives.Įxercise needs vary from long daily walks for more sedentary Boxers to vigorous daily romping for high-energy individuals – but not in hot weather, because Boxers are more susceptible to heatstroke than most dog breeds. Due to their power and strength, these dogs need early socialization and disciplined training and are not recommended for novice owners.Boxers can be fine family dogs if you can proviide enough exercise and training to control their rambunctiousness when young, and if you can provide for their special needs due to their unnaturally short face.Īs puppies and young adults, Boxers are animated, playful (often cuckoo!) dogs who love to romp and jump. They are immensely powerful, with an intimidating appearance, but they are sweet and gentle-natured dogs at heart. The Boxer and Pitbull are two similar breeds both in temperament and appearance, and this mix makes for a great hybrid breed. Bullboxer (Boxer x Pitbull Terrier) Image Credit: Ipek Morel, Shutterstock They are playful, sweet dogs in general, but with the Rottweiler heritage, they need a firm and consistent hand in training.ġ6. If you are looking for a devoted guard dog, they don’t come more protective and loyal than a Rottweiler, and this hybrid combines that loyalty with a friendly and loving character. Boxweiler (Boxer x Rottweiler) Image Credit: suttirat wiriyanon, Shutterstock But if you have a large space at home and plenty of time to dedicate to regular exercise, they are a wonderful breed to own.ġ5.
They have high exercise demands and are not suited to apartment living. With their Husky heritage, these dogs can be independently minded and stubborn at times, making them difficult to train and not ideal for novice owners.
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Boxsky (Boxer x Siberian Husky) Image Credit: Helena Franck, ShutterstockĪ unique designer breed, this Boxer and Husky mix is supremely athletic and full of energy. As you’d imagine, these dogs are highly energetic and will need a great deal of regular exercise to keep them mentally and physically satisfied.ġ4. They are great family dogs, with a gentle and affectionate nature and staunch devotion to their owners. One of the most popular Boxer designer breeds, this Border Collie hybrid is super smart and incredibly athletic. Boxollie (Boxer x Border Collie) Image Credit: EdHarless, Shutterstock They are the ideal companion for active owners, though, with an almost inexhaustible reserve of energy.ġ3. They are larger than Boxers and may inherit the exuberant qualities of their Dalmatian heritage, a trait that can be problematic around small children. This is a Boxer with spots! This Dalmatian hybrid is a playful, energetic pooch that needs a great deal of exercise and interaction to stay happy and healthy. Boxmatian (Boxer x Dalmatian) Image Credit: SikorskiFotografie, Shutterstock They are known for developing powerful bonds with their owners and are loyal animals.ġ2. They are great family dogs, and their intimidating stature makes them excellent guard dogs. They are generally gentle giants, though, with a ton of devotion and affection to give. A post shared by Jill Pelerine Mastiff is a large, powerful dog and when combined with a Boxer, can make for an intimidating breed indeed.
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