Dog
Group:
Miscellaneous Class 
Pronunciation:
(BULL BOKS-er)
Breed Description:
The temperament of the Bull Boxer breed of dog is likely to be very protective. They need good socialization from the time they are puppies in order to avoid problems with territoriality and being overly protective. They can be very loving and devoted toward their families.
Height:
The height of the Bull Boxer breed of dog will vary
Weight:
The weight of the Bull Boxer breed of dog will vary
Exercise:
Most of these dogs require regular moderate exercise (or more) to release pent up energy. Without outlets for their energy they can develop behavior problems.
Life Expectancy:
The life expectancy of the Bull Boxer breed of dog will vary depending on the bully breed of dog used in the cross.
Grooming:
Grooming for the Bull Boxer breed of dog is usually easy. All of the dogs used in these crosses are typically shorthaired with hard, dense coats. They need regular brushing to cut down on shedding. Ears should be cleaned to prevent ear infections.
Origin:
It’s claimed that Bull Boxer types began appearing in the 1990s in Great Britain by crossing the Boxer and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Many variations emerged afterwards such as crossing the Boxer with the American Pit Bull Terrier, the English Bulldog, the American Bulldog, the American Staffordshire Terrier, more crosses with the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and others. The intent may have been to keep a bully dog look while adding the companion qualities of the Boxer. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
