Boxer Dog Breed
The Boxer is considered to be an all-time
favorite breed among dog enthusiasts. They were formed as a result of breeding
two specific European breeds that no longer exist today. They were the Danziger Bullenbeiser and the
Brabenter Bullenbeiser. The AKC recognized the Boxer during the early 1900s.
This dog has a very outgoing personality,
playful, and attentive to its owners and training commands. The Boxer makes a
perfect addition to a family who enjoys an active lifestyle. They are generally well behaved with other
household pets and are friendly towards children.
Upkeep And Maintenance
The Boxer is not a breed that is meant to
be kept indoors without activity. He
needs daily stimulation, both mentally and physically, and enjoys running. This dog would make a great jogging companion
and must be active through daily walks on the leash.
Boxers are best suited for living indoors
with their family. Hot weather is not this dogs best preference in terms of
temperature. He prefers a cooler
atmosphere so if you keep your Boxer outdoors for any length of time, be sure
that there is plenty of shaded area for him to rest when overheated.
Grooming is very simple with the
Boxer. Due to his short coat, you'll
only need an occasional brushing once weekly in order to remove dead hairs.
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Health Information
The Boxer dog breed has an average life
span of anywhere between eight to ten years. Veterinarians recommend that Boxer
dog owners have their animals specifically tested for health issues such as hip
dysplasia, cardiac issues, and potential thyroid problems.
There are a few major health concerns that
seem to be typical with the Boxer breed, and they are SAS, CHD, and Boxer
cardiomyopathy. Minor concerns include
corneal erosion, gastric torsion, hypothyroidism, and colitis.
Occasionally, the Boxer dog breed may develop brain tumors or degenerative
myelopathy.
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