12 Realities New Boxer Owners Must Accept

Boxers are large, muscular, square-headed dogs who look imposing — that is, until you look into their eyes and see the mischief and joy of life reflected there.

Because of their playful nature and boundless energy, they are sometimes called the “Peter Pan” of the dog breeds.

boxer 1Boxers aren't considered fully mature until they are three years old, meaning they have one of the longest puppyhoods in the world of dogs!

Boxer are typically known to be intelligent, alert, and fearless, yet friendly. He's loyal to his family and loves to play with them, but he's also headstrong, especially if you try to use harsh training methods with him.

With minimal grooming needs and legendary patience and gentleness with children, Boxers are great family companions, as long as you provide them with the physical exercise and mental stimulation they need.

If you're willing and able to provide them with adequate exercise in the form of walks or runs, they can even adapt to apartment living, so long as they are able to be close to their beloved people.

If you are considering to own a boxer, or you’ve just become a new boxer owner, there are some realities you do need to fully accept.

Check out the twelve realities new boxer owners must accept on the next page! …and if you already are a boxer owner, see if you can relate!

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2,836 thoughts on “12 Realities New Boxer Owners Must Accept

  1. Love love love our boxers!!!!!! We have 5 in our family and wouldn’t trade them for the world. They are our best friends and they love our grandson. Not a better babysitter and no one can come near them if they aren’t familiar.

  2. Wow..love seeing pics & reading all your comments. Our boxer boy Diego will be 8 in Oct & he definitely has most of these traits although he never was that energetic. He’s great with my granddaughters, protective even from my son and takes great care of me. Because of him I try to get out for a walk daily & I can’t imagine how life will be without him.

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