The Canine Field Guide
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Working Group — Origin: Germany

Boxer

A large-sized working-group dog known for being fun-loving and bright.

Size
Large
Weight
2532 kg
Lifespan
1012 yrs
Strength
3
Stamina
9
Trainability
6
Friendliness
7

At a mid-life age of 11 years, this breed is roughly

71.3 human years old

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What it eats

  • Large-breed formula kibble with joint support
  • Two meals a day to avoid bloat
  • Glucosamine supplement as they age

What it does

  • Long-distance running or biking companion
  • Working or herding-style tasks
  • Advanced agility and endurance sport

Habitat

Needs a house with a fenced yard and room to stretch out; less suited to cramped apartments.

Daily exercise needs

Bred with a active streak, this breed keeps its condition with very high daily exertion.

Very High exertion~128 min/day

Field note

Hailing from Germany, the Boxer has been recognized as part of the Working group for generations of purposeful breeding.

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