Boxer - The facts every owner of this dog breed should know

A German breed descending from mastiffs, the Boxer was originally bred to hunt. The first Boxers were bred to be fierce but these traits are not seen today. Boxers today tend to be dog friendly, loving and energetic. They are sturdy dogs of medium size. Boxer male grow to an average height of 22 to 25 inches and weighing 60 to 70 pounds. The female boxers will reach an average height of 21 to 24 inches and weighs 53 to 65 pounds. Boxers have an average lifespan of 11 to 14 years. Their hands are smooth and shorthaired, making Boxers easy to groom. In fact, Boxers tend to be 'clean addicts' and clean them regularly. Generally, Boxer coats are available in two colors: brindle and fawn.

Some Boxers have white markings on them, known as flash, which can extend around making them appear white. Boxers have short muzzles and the lower jaw extends beyond their top ones. This gives them a very safe bite, something useful, when they were hunting. Boxers are considered very intelligent and easily trained. However, they can be independent thinkers and this can make them stubborn and sneaky. Although energy is gentle with children and other animals (if properly socialized) and makes an excellent family pet.

They love to play with the children and protect his family when a stranger approaches. Once introduced to the stranger, however, become a friend and the Boxer greet him with enthusiasm in the future. Boxers are energetic dogs that love to run, jump, play and get exercise so at least once a day is required. Boxers tend to be fairly active indoors and can become destructive if not given time to 'burn off some' steam '. A well-fenced yard (if off leash) is a must. The boxers are subject to many health problems. Due to their short snouts, they tend to snore and drool and have difficulty regulating their body temperature, making it difficult for them to live in places where extreme temperatures are common.

Boxers are also more likely to develop cardiomyopathy, sub-aortic stenosis, and hip dysplasia. Some boxers are prone to epilepsy, and eight years old are more likely to get tumors than other breeds. They tend to have allergies and some boxers may have excessive flatulence. Some white Boxers are prone to deafness. Boxers can also develop corneal dystrophy or Demodectic mange and some tend to swell. torsion (bloat) and if they do not get enough exercise will quickly become obese, leading to health problems.

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Robert W. Benjamin

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