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Name	Boxer	American Pit Bull Terrier	Rajapalayam dog
Origins	Germany	United States	India
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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	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	Indian Sight-Hound Poligar hound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog? Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$500-$700	$200-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Rajapalayam dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are 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: Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog? 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.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog? Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Protective Courageous Affectionate Loyal Devoted
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.	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 American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Rajapalayam dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	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.	Rajapalayam dog 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 American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Rajapalayam dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Rajapalayam dog 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 Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Rajapalayam dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog 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: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Rajapalayam dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.	Rajapalayam dog dogs handle alone time quite well.

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Rajapalayam dog 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 American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	No data available
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.	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Rajapalayam dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, American Pit Bull Terrier and Rajapalayam dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rajapalayam dog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 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? Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog 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.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rajapalayam dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog coat comparison:	Waterproof	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Boxer, American Pit Bull Terrier and Rajapalayam dog color?	White Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog? Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Rajapalayam dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog? Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rajapalayam dog 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: Boxer or American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog 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 American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rajapalayam dog 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 American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rajapalayam dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Good With Comparison

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

Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog 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 American Pit Bull Terrier or Rajapalayam dog? 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.	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.
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 American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rajapalayam dog 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.	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 American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog 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 American Pit Bull Terrier and Rajapalayam dog have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	5-8 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Boxer vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Rajapalayam dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	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	No data available

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