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Name	Boxer	Australian Cattle Dog	Deutsche Bracke
Origins	Germany	Australia	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	German Hound Olper Bracke Westphalian Bracke German Bracke
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	10-18 kg
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	14 kg
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke? Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	16-21 inches (40–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	18.5 inches (40–53 cm)

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$500-$700	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Average: The Deutsche Bracke is a commonly available dog breed.

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Deutsche Bracke is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Deutsche Bracke dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Deutsche Bracke dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke? 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.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Deutsche Bracke dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke? Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive	Playful Energetic Intelligent Obedient Elegant Versatile Submissive
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.	Deutsche Bracke 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: Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Deutsche Bracke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Deutsche Bracke dogs are a social breed. 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 Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Deutsche Bracke 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.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Deutsche Bracke 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 Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Deutsche Bracke is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Deutsche Bracke 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 Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Deutsche Bracke indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke 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: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Deutsche Bracke dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Deutsche Bracke 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 vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness	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.	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Deutsche Bracke should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Australian Cattle Dog and Deutsche Bracke breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Deutsche Bracke: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Cattle Dog 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.

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke 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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Deutsche Bracke has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense	Dense Hard
Colors What are the original Boxer, Australian Cattle Dog and Deutsche Bracke color?	White Fawn Brindle	Red Blue Speckled Mottled	Black Red White Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke? Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Deutsche Bracke requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke? Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Deutsche Bracke dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boxer or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke 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 Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Deutsche Bracke 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 Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Deutsche Bracke is an average drooler. See more.

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Good With Comparison

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

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke 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 Australian Cattle Dog or Deutsche Bracke? 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: Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Deutsche Bracke 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke 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 Australian Cattle Dog and Deutsche Bracke have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	1-7 puppies, average 5	5-8 puppies
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Boxer vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Deutsche Bracke Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	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	No data available

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