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Name	American Pit Bull Terrier	Boxer	Bullboxer Pit
Origins	United States	Germany	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank	336	11	604
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	American Bullboxer Pixoter
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? Which is the smallest dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Boxer? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit weight comparison:	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	50-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	62.5 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit height comparison:	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	16-20 inches (41-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$600-$1200	$400-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Average: The Bullboxer Pit is a commonly available dog breed.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Bullboxer Pit dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit trainability comparison.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bullboxer Pit dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bullboxer Pit dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bullboxer Pit dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Active Energetic Powerful Loyal Faithful Guarding
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Bullboxer Pit dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit?	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Bullboxer Pit dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit social needs comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bullboxer Pit dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bullboxer Pit dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Pit Bull Terrier 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.	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.	Bullboxer Pit dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit playfulness comparison:	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The Bullboxer Pit is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit?	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Bullboxer Pit is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bullboxer Pit breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Bullboxer Pit dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bullboxer Pit dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullboxer Pit bite force: Ordinary.
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:	High 🔼 The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bullboxer Pit has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit mouthiness comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bullboxer Pit dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit?	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Bullboxer Pits are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Obesity Cardiomyopathy Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bullboxer Pit should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit lifespan comparison. How long do American Pit Bull Terrier, Boxer and Bullboxer Pit breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Bullboxer Pit: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit energy level comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bullboxer Pit dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bullboxer Pit dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bullboxer Pit dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups 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? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bullboxer Pit's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit coat comparison:	Fine	Waterproof	Short
Colors What are the original American Pit Bull Terrier, Boxer and Bullboxer Pit color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	White Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bullboxer Pit doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or {name3 shedding:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bullboxer Pit dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit?	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bullboxer Pit has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bullboxer Pit drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Bullboxer Pit dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? Which dog is more friendly?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bullboxer Pit dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bullboxer Pit dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bullboxer Pit dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Bullboxer Pit dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit?	Yes American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bullboxer Pit dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bullboxer Pit is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bullboxer Pits are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit 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: American Pit Bull Terrier or Boxer or Bullboxer Pit? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit?	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Bullboxer Pit breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	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.
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.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit 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 American Pit Bull Terrier and Boxer and Bullboxer Pit have?	5-8 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6	5-9 puppies
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Boxer vs Bullboxer Pit Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club	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	Not recognized by any clubs.

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