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Name	Border Terrier	Boston Terrier	Boxer
Origins	England Scotland	United States	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	92	21	11
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Borders	American Gentlemen Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood Boston Bull	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer? Which is the smallest dog, Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boston Terrier? Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer weight comparison:	Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg)	10-25 pounds (6-11kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg)	17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer? Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer height comparison:	Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	15-17 inches (38-43 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	16 inches (40.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$600-$800	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer?	Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer intelligence:	Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. 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.
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Trainability Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer trainability comparison.	Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer?	Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer? Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Aggressive	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer?	High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boston 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.
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Social Needs Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer social needs comparison:	Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer playfulness comparison:	Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer?	Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer?	Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Boston 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.

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer 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 Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer mouthiness comparison:	Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than 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.

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer?	The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Allergies Deafness Cherry Eye Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer lifespan comparison. How long do Border Terrier, Boston Terrier and Boxer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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.

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Boston 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.
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Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer coat comparison:	Rough	Fine	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Border Terrier, Boston Terrier and Boxer color?	Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten	Black White Brindle Seal	White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer? Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer grooming comparison:	Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer? Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boxer 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: Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer?	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 Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer?	Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boston 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.

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer Good With Comparison

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

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer 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: Border Terrier or Boston Terrier or Boxer? 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: Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer?	Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boston 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.
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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer 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 Border Terrier and Boston Terrier and Boxer have?	2-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Border Terrier vs Boston Terrier vs Boxer 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 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers	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	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

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