The Boxer is not a small dog, and is very energetic and playful.
They like to be active and included in everything. They are inclined to be boisterous. Boxers mature very slowly, so they
act like puppies nearly all their life, though they start to settle more at around 3 to 4 years of age.
Boxers need to be with their family and thrive on human companionship. They
are definitely not suited to a 'backyard' dog type life. Though
Boxers have a short coat, they may shed a little when the weather changes. Daily brushing when they are shedding
will help remove the dead hair. Boxers suffer from exposure
to extreme temperatures. Their coats are short and offer no protection against the cold, and their short muzzles make them
unable to tolerate extreme heat. They are house dogs, even though they need plenty of 'outside time'.
Boxers require 'obedience' training and to be taught good manners.
Boxers are very intelligent dogs and require firm, fair, fun training. Boxers are a very independent breed, very willing to
work with you, but unwilling to be ordered around. Trained properly, a Boxer is the most delightful companion you could wish
for.
Boxers
are natural guard dogs and most will look after the family home and property. Some Boxers take this to the extreme and may
guard too well for your liking, while others seem to have missed out on any guarding instinct. However, the Boxer should never
be purchased as a guard dog - this is only a tiny part of their great character, and it does not suit them at all. 'True'
guard dogs require extensive, expensive training to perform, and only those with absolutely sound temperaments can do this
work.
