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Name	Boxer	Australian Shepherd	Goldendoodle
Origins	Germany	United States	United States Canada
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 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: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd 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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle 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 Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? 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 Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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: Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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 Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. 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 Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer 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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Shepherd 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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 Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle 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 Shepherd vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Australian Shepherd and Goldendoodle 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 Shepherd: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	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 Shepherd 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 Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	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 Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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 Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle coat comparison:	Waterproof	Feathered	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Boxer, Australian Shepherd and Goldendoodle color?	White Fawn Brindle	Black Red Blue Merle	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Boxer or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Goldendoodle 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 Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	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 Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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 Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low 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 Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very 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 Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Australian Shepherd or Goldendoodle?	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle 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 Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle 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 Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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 Shepherd or Goldendoodle? 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 Shepherd vs Goldendoodle?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle 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 Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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 Shepherd and Goldendoodle have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	6-9 puppies, average 7	4-8 puppies
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Boxer vs Australian Shepherd vs Goldendoodle 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 1991 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 Sheepdogs section.	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 American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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