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Name	Boxer	Labradoodle	Old English Sheepdog
Origins	Germany	Australia	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	No data available	Bobtail
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or Labradoodle or Labradoodle? Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog? Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 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: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$1000-$2000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog? 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.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog? Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly
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.	Sensitive: Old English Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Old English Sheepdog 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 Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Old English Sheepdog 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 Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog?	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 Labradoodle indoors.	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 Old English Sheepdog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog 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.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Old English Sheepdog 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 Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance
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.	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Labradoodle and Old English Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog? Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog energy level comparison:	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.	Old English Sheepdog 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 Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog?	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog 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 Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog coat comparison:	Waterproof	Fine Variety of coat types	Waterproof Shaggy Double
Colors What are the original Boxer, Labradoodle and Old English Sheepdog color?	White Fawn Brindle	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog? Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle 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 Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog? Boxer or Labradoodle or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boxer or Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog?	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 Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog 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 Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog Good With Comparison

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

Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Labradoodle or Old English Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old English Sheepdog 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 Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog 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 Labradoodle and Old English Sheepdog have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	4-10 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Boxer vs Labradoodle vs Old English Sheepdog 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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association	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

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