Boxer vs Irish Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Deutscher Boxer or Daredevil?

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Name	Boxer	Irish Terrier
Origins	Germany	Ireland
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Boxer and Irish Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Boxer and an Irish Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs Irish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Boxer and an Irish Terrier. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	26 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Irish Terrier? Is a Boxer taller than an Irish Terrier?	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)

Boxer vs Irish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Boxer and an Irish Terrier. Which breed costs more?	$600-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Irish Terrier?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.

Boxer vs Irish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare training requirements.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare alertness levels.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boxer vs Irish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Boxer and an Irish Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Boxer vs Irish Terrier?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Boxer vs Irish Terrier social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Boxer vs Irish Terrier?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Boxer vs Irish Terrier? 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.	Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare living space needs.	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 Irish Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boxer vs Irish Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Irish Terrier?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Irish 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 vs Irish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Boxer vs Irish Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Irish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Boxer and an Irish Terrier. Which breed is healthier?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Boxer vs Irish Terrier?	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Irish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Irish Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	No data available

Boxer vs Irish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare activity levels.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boxer vs Irish Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Irish Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Irish Terrier?	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boxer vs Irish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Boxer vs Irish Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Boxer and Irish Terrier? Compare breed colors.	White Fawn Brindle	Red Wheaten
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare drooling amounts.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Boxer and an Irish Terrier? Compare fur types.	Waterproof	Wiry Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or Irish Terrier? Do Boxer dogs shed more than Irish Terrier dogs?	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Boxer vs Irish Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Irish Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Irish Terrier?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier? Can a Boxer and an Irish Terrier be friends? Do Boxer dogs get along with Irish Terrier dogs?	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Boxer vs Irish Terrier?	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier 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.	Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boxer vs Irish Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Boxer or an Irish Terrier? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Boxer and Irish Terrier. Which has stronger military background?	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 Irish Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Boxer and Irish Terrier. Which has larger litters?	2-10 puppies, average 6	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Boxer and Irish Terrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Boxer and Irish Terrier. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Boxer vs Irish Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Boxer and Irish Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Boxer and Irish Terrier. Which groups are they in?	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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Boxer and Irish Terrier. Which is more widely recognized?	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	No data available

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