The versatile and agile, Boxer breed embraces elegance and style. Source of satisfaction for lively family once adapted, the dog is proved a warm companion rather protective and possessive to masters. Excellent watchdog based on curious and inquisitive attitude towards strangers, aggressive to dogs and cats until grown together, sometimes stubborn and self-sufficient, this breed is alert, demonstrative and loyal. Training is yet another challenge for handler; this dog is not suited to new owners.

Healthy substantial and sturdy dog Boxer is square shaped. The strength and agility is much suited for its application. The gait of this medium sized breed is ground covering and free with elegance and proud. A broader head is yet another distinguishing element with blunt muzzle. The shiny and well groomed coat is short and tight to body, enabling it to subsist during works and exercises. Overall expression is fearless, daring and dignified.

The Boxer is believed to be descended from English Bulldog, may be shared from powerful Mastiff and Bullenbeisser, the extinct breed of Molosser group. The agreed origin of Boxer is Germany, firstly put to show in Munich during 1895. The boxer was one of the maiden breeds to be utilized as a police and military dog in Germany. The early use includes cart pulling, bull baiting, cattle driving and dog fight competitors, additionally they were used to cordon up and pin wild bison boars until hunters take over the situations. Real fame is achieved in circuses and dog show competitions. It is enjoying a steady popularity across the USA for being listed at 7th number for last three consecutive years. The recognition for this breed started in 1904, thereafter many sizes were descended to suit a variety of lifestyle. German Boxer and American Boxer are two similar breeds, with a little difference of strength and muscular build of German Boxer.

Temperament

The Boxer is a compact and powerful dog breed eager to concerned attentions. Great love and caring trait is its identity from very early age. Cheerful and bright attitudes during play make it ideal family companion. On the other hand, inquiring and suspicious approach towards strangers makes this dog a perfect watchdog and guard dog as well. Although, typically calm, yet arouses with great deal of determination and devotion in protection of its men. Besides its intelligence, the habit of keeping free of superficial imperfections, cleanliness and tractability are some desirable features. False tendencies are never seen; breed is rather honest and loyal at heart.