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The Boxer is a smooth-haired working dog breed named for its manner of "boxing" with its sturdy front paws when beginning to fight. The ancestery of the Boxer can be traced back to the mastiff-type dogs which were taken into batttle against the Romans by the Cimbrians, a Germanic tribte. They were originally trained to hunt bear and boar, and then were used as cattle dogs. Because of its reputation for courage, aggressiveness, and intelligence, it has been used in police work but is also valued as a watchdog and companion. It is a trim, squarely built dog with a short, square-shaped muzzle, a black mask on its face, and a shiny short-haired coat of reddish brown or brindle. The Boxer is a very good-natured and loyal dog that was developed in Munich in the mid-1800s. The coat of the Boxer is easy to care for and an occasional brushing will keep its appearance in top form. When they are young, Boxers positively bound with enthusiasm and energy. In some countries, the Boxer is used as a seeing eye dog.

Boxer

Boxer

Life expectancy: 10 to 12 years
Color: reddish brown or brindle
Eyes: Dark brown
Coat type: Short and smooth; no undercoat
Size: Dogs: 23-25 inches; females: 21-23inches
Health issues: The Boxer is subject to heart disease, cancer, stroke, and skin problems. Sinus infections, heatstroke, and breathing difficulties are common due to the shape of the nose.



 
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