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What kind of dog is a boxer mix?
Boxers were originally bred in Germany as guard dogs in the 18 th century. This medium to large-sized dog was bred as a cross between the Bullenbeisser dog (now extinct) and the Bulldog. The Boxers we know and love today for their silliness and energy have emerged from a Molosser-type dog that was used in hunting.
What is a boxer?
Boxers are a German breed. The boxer is a powerful, athletic dog with a short, sleek coat, often fawn or brindle in color.
What does a boxer dog look like?
The boxer is a powerful, athletic dog with a short, sleek coat, often fawn or brindle in color. Sturdily built, with a blunt muzzle and expressive eyes, the boxer usually features both cropped ears and tail.
Why are boxers so popular?
After 1940 the breed rose to become among the most popular in America. Boxers are considered working dogs. They were one of the first breeds employed as a police dog, and they have been used as seeing-eye dogs. But they are also bred to be companion and guard dogs, perhaps best known for being loyal family pets that are especially fond of children.