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Name	Boerboel	Boxer	Olde English Bulldogge
Origins	South Africa	Germany	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	English Bulldog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? Which is the smallest dog, Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	Large Giant	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Boerboel or Boxer or Boxer? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge weight comparison:	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	177 pounds (80 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge height comparison:	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 16-19 inches (40-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17.5 inches (40-48 kg)

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$600-$1200	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge trainability comparison.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Loving Alert Courageous Confident Friendly Strong
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Boerboel 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.	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: Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge?	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Olde English Bulldogge dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge social needs comparison:	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boerboel 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.	Olde English Bulldogge 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge playfulness comparison:	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	Olde English Bulldogges are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge?	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Olde English Bulldogge barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Olde English Bulldogge breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Olde English Bulldogge 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:	Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Olde English Bulldogge has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge mouthiness comparison:	Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge?	Boerboels 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.	The Olde English Bulldogge 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: Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Boerboel 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.	Average The Olde English Bulldogge should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge lifespan comparison. How long do Boerboel, Boxer and Olde English Bulldogge breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Olde English Bulldogge: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge energy level comparison:	Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	8 to 10 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.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Boerboel 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 Olde English Bulldogge's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Waterproof	Fine
Colors What are the original Boerboel, Boxer and Olde English Bulldogge color?	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	White Fawn Brindle	Black Red White Fawn Brindle Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Olde English Bulldogge requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? Boerboel or Boxer or {name3 shedding:	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge 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, Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge?	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Olde English Bulldogge has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boerboel 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.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Olde English Bulldogge is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? Which dog is more friendly?	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Olde English Bulldogge 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 Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge?	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Olde English Bulldogge dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge?	Yes Boerboel 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 Olde English Bulldogge dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Olde English Bulldogge is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Olde English Bulldogges are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge 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: Boerboel or Boxer or Olde English Bulldogge? 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?	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: Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge?	Not really Boerboel 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.	Not really Olde English Bulldogge breed usually doesn't like 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.	Yes 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.
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.

Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge 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 Boerboel and Boxer and Olde English Bulldogge have?	7-10 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6	4-10 puppies
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Boerboel vs Boxer vs Olde English Bulldogge Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	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 Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	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	No data available

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