Boxer
Boisterous, clownish and deeply loyal, the Boxer stays puppy-like for years. Strong and athletic, with a well-known predisposition to certain cancers and heart disease.
Key facts
Lifespan
10–12 years
Height
53–63 cm
Weight
25–32 kg
Exercise
~90 mins/day
Grooming
Low
Shedding
Moderate
Training
Moderate
First-time owners
Experience helps
About the Boxer
A German working breed developed from bull-baiting stock, the Boxer is exuberant, patient with children and slow to mature. They need substantial exercise and firm, kind training to manage the jumping and body-slamming enthusiasm. As a moderately brachycephalic breed they can struggle in heat.
Living with a Boxer
House with a secure garden; sensitive to heat and cold.
- Good with children
- Good with other pets— depends on the individual
- Suitable for first-time owners
Health
Conditions this breed is commonly predisposed to. This is general information, not veterinary advice — speak to a vet about any specific animal.
- Boxer cardiomyopathy (ARVC) and aortic stenosis
- Higher-than-average cancer incidence, including mast cell tumours
- Degenerative myelopathy
- Hip dysplasia; bloat
Ask the breeder for
- Cardiac testing including Holter monitoring for ARVC
- DNA tests for ARVC and degenerative myelopathy
- BVA/KC hip scores
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All dogs for saleBoxer FAQs
How long do Boxers live?
A Boxer typically lives 10–12 years.
How much exercise does a Boxer need?
Around 90 minutes of daily exercise for a healthy adult, plus mental stimulation. Puppies need considerably less until their joints have matured.
Are Boxers good for first-time owners?
Boxers are better suited to owners with previous experience, because of their training, exercise or handling needs.
What health tests should a Boxer breeder have done?
Cardiac testing including Holter monitoring for ARVC. DNA tests for ARVC and degenerative myelopathy. BVA/KC hip scores.
Breed information is general guidance compiled by the PetHome team. Every animal is an individual — meet it, and its mother, before you commit. This is not veterinary advice.