Boxers are loving companions that thrive with lots of human contact and an environment that lets them participate in all the fun family activities. If you’re looking for an aloof animal that keeps its distance, a Boxer may not be for you.

Boxers love to play Frisbee, run and greet you at the door, go for long walks and play in the park. They’re great for active families or owners who are looking for a dog that will keep them young.

Boxers are very people-oriented and do well in family situations. They easily adapt to new faces and it doesn’t take long for a Boxer to trust a guest or drop a ball in their lap to start a game of catch.

If you’re planning on bringing a Boxer into a multi-animal household, it’s best to introduce them from a young age. Otherwise, males, like most dogs, can suffer from a domination complex and this can cause tension in the house. Usually though, Boxers make great pack dogs and play well with others.

Because of their intelligence and their devotion to people, Boxers are often used as assistants or working dogs for the physically challenged. They learn quickly and are always eager to serve. As part of the working group, Boxers have a national tenacity for obedience and task-oriented service. Boxers love training and they love the attention they get after a well-performed trick.

Clean and easy to care for, Boxers are a good choice for an owner who is looking for a low-maintenance dog. Aside from the rare bath and the occasional nail clipping, Boxers don’t need a lot of fuss to look as regal and majestic as they do.

In terms of health issues, veterinarians and breeders suggest that you ask about the dog’s risk for progressive retinal atrophy, heart disease, cardiomyopathy, cancerous tumors, colitis and hypothyroidism.

Historically, the Boxer is part of the Molosser group of dogs, and were developed in Germany during the late 1800s as descendants of a cross between a Mastiff and a Bulldog.

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