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Name	Boxer	Basenji	Jack Russell Terrier
Origins	Germany	Democratic Republic of the Congo	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or Basenji or Basenji? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$1000-$1200	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boxer dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Basenji and Jack Russell Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier energy level comparison:	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier coat comparison:	Waterproof	Fine	Rough
Colors What are the original Boxer, Basenji and Jack Russell Terrier color?	White Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Tan White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Boxer or Basenji or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier?	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boxer or Basenji or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boxer and Basenji and Jack Russell Terrier have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	4-5 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Boxer vs Basenji vs Jack Russell Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America

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