The Boxer, also called the German Boxer or Deutscher Boxer, is a medium-sized, square-built dog. The dog has a short back and tight-fitting coat. Lively and agile, the dogs have even been used as guide dogs for the blind and police dogs in K-9 units.
Here are the characteristics of the Boxer breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.
Boxer�s Behavior
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Recommended for: Family pets, guard dog, companion dog
Playful yet patient and generally well-behaved. Though the dogs mature late, according to Wikipedia, they can be trained. After all, the breed still provides guide dogs to the blind.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The Boxer�s Physical Characteristics
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- Size: Dogs: 23-25 inches; females: 21�-23� inches
- Coat: short, shiny, smooth and close to the body
- Color: fawn and brindle
- Eyes: Dark brown
- Skull: slightly arched, not rounded, and flat
- Muzzle: proportionately developed in length, width, and depth
- Nose: broad and black
The Boxer�s Origins and History
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Country/Region of Origin: Germany
Original purpose: hunting
Name: the breed is called "boxer" because of the supposedly pugnacious temperament of many boxer dogs, according to the American Heritage Dictionary.
Historical notes: According to Boxer World, the breed was developed from a mastiff-type breed called bullenbeiser (bull-baiter). The dogs were bred to hunt and hold prey.