Boxer vs Boerboel Comparison – Which dog is better Deutscher Boxer or South African Mastiff?

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

Boxer vs Boerboel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Boxer or Boerboel? Is the Boxer bigger than the Boerboel breed? Is a Boxer smaller than a Boerboel?	Medium	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or Boerboel? Boxer vs Boerboel weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	177 pounds (80 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Boerboel? Is a Boxer taller than a Boerboel?	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 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: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)

Boxer vs Boerboel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or Boerboel? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Boxer and Boerboel?	$600-$1200	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Boerboel?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.

Boxer vs Boerboel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Boxer or Boerboel smarter? Which is best? Boxer vs Boerboel intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Boxer vs Boerboel trainability comparison. What's the difference between Boxer vs Boerboel?	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or Boerboel?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Boerboel? 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.	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boxer vs Boerboel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Boerboel? Boxer vs Boerboel behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Boxer vs Boerboel?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Boerboel 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 Boerboel?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Boxer vs Boerboel social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Boxer vs Boerboel?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Boxer vs Boerboel? 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.	Boerboel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boxer vs Boerboel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Boxer vs Boerboel 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: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Boerboel?	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.

Boxer vs Boerboel Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Boxer vs Boerboel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs Boerboel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Boerboel?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Boerboel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Boerboel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Boxer vs Boerboel?	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Boxer vs Boerboel lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer and Boerboel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Boxer and Boerboel?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Boerboel?	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 Boerboel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boxer or Boerboel? Boxer vs Boerboel energy level comparison:	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boerboel 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 Boerboel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Boerboel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Boerboel?	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Boerboel 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 Boerboel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or Boerboel? Does the Boxer breed eat more than the Boerboel breed?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 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? Boxer vs Boerboel 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 Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boxer vs Boerboel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Boerboel coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense Shiny Smooth
Colors What are the original Boxer and Boerboel color? Boxer vs Boerboel color comparison:	White Fawn Brindle	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Boerboel? Boxer vs Boerboel grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or Boerboel? Do Boxer dogs shed more than Boerboel dogs?	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boerboel 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 Boerboel?	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.
Hypoallergenic Boxer vs Boerboel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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, Boxer or Boerboel?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Boxer vs Boerboel?	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boerboel drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Boxer vs Boerboel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Boerboel? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Boerboel 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 Boerboel?	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Boerboel?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Boerboel? Can a Boxer and a Boerboel be friends? Do Boxer dogs get along with Boerboel dogs?	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Boxer vs Boerboel?	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boerboel 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 Boerboel 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.	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boxer vs Boerboel 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boxer or Boerboel? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Boxer vs Boerboel?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Boxer vs Boerboel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boxer and Boerboel have? Boxer vs Boerboel litter size comparison:	2-10 puppies, average 6	7-10 puppies
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Boxer vs Boerboel 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 2015 as a Working breed.
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.
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 Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

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