The origins of the Boxer Breed
Boxer Blvd. • December 29, 2020
The Boxer breed originated in Germany in the 19th century. It’s thought
to be a descendant of the extinct Bullenbeisser with breed mixtures of
Mastiff, Bulldog, and Great Danes. The first notable Boxer pup was in
Munich in 1895. The breeders came up with a guide for future breeding
and took the Boxer puppy to a local dog show to share with the world
their creation.
Originally, the Boxer breed’s purpose was a bull-baiting dog or
controlling cattle at the slaughterhouses. Most breed historians agree
that the name “Boxer” comes from the German word “boxl.” Others say the
name Boxer came from the distinct way Boxer puppies play with their
forepaws, almost as if they were boxing!
Boxers played a part in World War 1. They were used to carry packs,
attack dogs, and to carry important messages. Both Germany and France
utilized the Boxer breed during the war.
Boxers came to the United States shortly after World War 1. After a few
decades, they quickly became one of the most popular breeds in America.
Many soldiers returning from Germany after World War 2 brought home
Boxers. They’ve been considered a working dog. In fact, they were one of
the first breeds to be used as a police dog and a sightseeing dog. They
became one of the most popular breeds due to being a great guard dog
but also having the ability to show family-friendly behavior.
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Exercises for Your Boxer Exercises for your Boxer Most veterinarians agree that the adult Boxer breed should get about twohours of exercise a day. Over the course of a year, this can be raised —start at smaller increments of thirty minutes. Boxer puppies should notexceed one exercise per day and not more than twenty minutes in theirfirst year.…
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What if my Boxer is Acting Depressed? (Part 1) Yes, all dogs are subject to the possibility of suffering from depression, and Boxers are no exception. The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior recognizes this reality and its symptoms are very similar those experienced by their human counterparts. What are some of the reasons my…
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The Basics The boxer dog is a popular dog breed in the world, especially in the United States of America. In fact, according to the 2013 American Kennel Club statistics, it is the seventh most popular breed in the United States, a spot it has held for four years. Their sturdy and robust physical appearance,…
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Behavior is Important Do you have plans to get a Boxer dog and you are thinking about what it would be like to own this dog breed? Or you already have one, and you would like to know more about his or her behavior? Would you like to know about Boxer behavior generally so that…
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