Is the Boxer a vulnerable breed? No, they are among the most popular dogs in Ireland and elsewhere in the world thanks to their devoted and loyal naturesīoxers are a relatively new breed having been first bred in Germany in the late 1800’s The added bonus being they are extremely kind when around children and other pets, rarely showing an aggressive side to their personalities. Today, the Boxer is known the world over as being among one of the kindest and most fun-loving albeit highly energetic dogs to own. Caro who owned the very first Champion Boxer to be bred in the UK, the club survived and prospered gaining new members and before long a revival of the breed took place. World War II put a stop to things for the next few years, but with the help of Mrs. A year later in 1940, the number of Boxers registered with the Kennel Club rose to 33 dogs. The first Champion Boxer in the UK was called Champion Horsa of Leith Hill and was awarded the title in 1939. A breed standard was established and in 1939, and Boxers were granted Championship status. That same year in 1936, The Boxer Club was accepted as being an affliate of The Kennel Club and Cruft’s Dog Show started including Boxer Classes in their events. It was not long before the club’s membership doubled with six fans of the breed becoming twelve. It was only in the thirties that Boxers arrived on UK shores and a few years later, enthusiasts of the breed got together in London to establish “ The British Boxer Dog Club“. The Bullenbeisser was a fighting dog that was used for blood sports which included bull baiting back in the day before it was outlawed. He was bred using an English Bulldog called Tom and his mother was Brindle German dog who boasted having an interesting lineage with the Bullenbeissen being in her ancestry. The very first German Boxer was exhibited at a dog show in Munich five years later in 1895 and was called a male called Flocki. The Boxer is a relative newcomer to the dog world having been first bred in Germany in the late 1890’s. In short, the Boxer is a true and much-loved all-rounder. They are loyal, fun-loving, extremely good with children of all ages and they are always ready to join in a game with as much gusto as you would hope for from a reliable, loving and comical family pet.

The Boxer has consistently been a popular choice of family pet for many years not only here in Ireland, but elsewhere in the world and for good reason. Boxers are exceptional watchdogs even in a home environment and are very quick to let their owners know if there are any strangers or people about. Their name comes from a German word “beisser” which was corrupted to Bullenbeisser which translated to English means “bull biter”. This includes the Bulldog and Great Dane. The breed originates from Germany where they were bred as working dogs and it’s believed that Boxers boasts having several well-known and loved breeds in their ancestry. It is said that once a person has owned a Boxer, they would never dream of sharing their home with another breed of dog. These dogs are extremely loyal and the fact they are so outgoing by nature it means they are great fun to have around. If there is one thing a Boxer is not, it’s a couch potato. They love being entertained and to entertain with their silly dances and fun-loving outlook to life. Known to suffer from quite a few hereditary health issuesĬan be destructive if left to their own devicesĬan be a little over-protective if not well socialised from a young ageīoxers are high energy dogs and are often described as being exuberant, extrovert while at the same time being the clowns of the dog world. If not well handled and trained, they can show a more dominant side to their natures

They are protective of their families and their belongingsīoxers are extremely good, natural watchdogsĮxtremely energetic and need a ton of mental stimulation and daily exercise

They thrive on being with people and hate being on their own They are very active and energetic which means they need loads of exercise Boxers are extremely affectionate and lovingīoxers are incredibly playful and comical by nature with their silly dances

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