About Boxer

Square-jawed and muscular, Boxer dogs were originally bred to be medium-sized guard dogs. Because of their playful nature and boundless energy, they are sometimes called the "Peter Pan" of the dog breeds.

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

The typical Boxer is intelligent, alert, and fearless, yet friendly. They're loyal to their family and love to play with them, but they're also headstrong, especially if you try to use harsh training methods with them.

Boxer Fun Facts

• Boxers come in various types of colouring including brindle, fawn and white
• One boxer holds the world record for having the longest tongue in the world at 17 inches long
• Female boxer dogs tend to be more hyperactive, while males are more laid back
• Boxers don’t like to be left alone
• Boxer dogs were used by the military in World War II as guard dogs, messenger dogs and attack dogs
• Boxer dogs are known to snore with their eyes wide open

Boxer Nutritional Requirements

Boxers being athletic dogs, require at least 30 minutes of exercise a day. It is but natural to assume that they need a very good quality of diet so it can support their high-energy levels so they can be at their best!

Boxers need high quality protein rich foods that will help sustain their stamina. Boxer dog food should contains essential vitamins and minerals like Calcium, taurine and L-carnitine. Calcium helps maintain your dog’s joint and bone health while taurine and L-carnitine are excellent choices for their heart health.

Note- Boxers are also allergic to other kinds of proteins like chicken and beef, so you need to be extra careful in choosing the Boxer puppy food for your puppies and adult dogs.

Common Diseases/Problems in Boxer

GDV- Gastric Dilation Volvulus means bloat including symptoms such as distended abdomen, excessively salivating and retching without throwing up.

Dilated Cardiomyopathy- This disease occurs in boxers between 2-5 years (Adult), in which the heart expands.

Degenerative Myelopathy- Spinal cord and nerves of the hind legs are affected, making it difficult for the dog to walk.

Pyloric Stenosis- Boxers are prone to Pyloric Stenosis. This is a stomach disease in which the muscles around the stomach’s exit become very thick. Symptoms include vomiting and bloating.

Skin Cancer- Boxers are prone to skin cancer- white coloured boxers should be protected from the sun.

Average Life-Span of Boxers

The Boxer breed is not among the breeds known to have a long life. With a median life span of 10.5 years and an expected range of 9 to 12 years, one does not expect a Boxer dog to live far into his teens.

Online Products for Boxer in India

On PetSutra, you can find great products online for Boxer in India. From dry Boxer dog food to treats, from supplements to grooming products – we’ve got you covered. Use category filters on this page to narrow down the exact category of products you wish to buy for your Boxer. Parallel to that, you can also choose the life-stage filter. Choose from the popular products for Boxer above.