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French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bouledogue Français or Beagle-Pug or Deutscher Boxer? Find the right dog for you

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Name French Bulldog Puggle Boxer
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer breeds.
Bouledogue Français
Frenchie
Beagle-Pug Deutscher Boxer
German Boxer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer? Compare adult weight ranges.
18-30 pounds (8-14 kg) 15-40 pounds (7-18 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification. 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg) Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, French Bulldog or Puggle or Boxer? French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer height comparison:
13–16 inches (33–40 cm) 10-15 inches (25-38 cm) Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14.5 inches (36.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Find price differences between these breeds.
$2000-$4000 $600-$800 $600-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, French Bulldog or Puggle or Boxer?
Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Puggle is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which is easiest to train?
French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Boxer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which breed is most alert?
French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Puggle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which breed is most protective?
French Bulldog dogs are average defenders.
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Puggle dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Alert
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Puggle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer?
High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Puggle dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer social needs comparison:
French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Puggle dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Puggle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
French Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Puggle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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.
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French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Puggle barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which breed is most playful?
French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Puggle is a playful breed.
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The Boxer is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Puggle breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which breed is most flexible?
French Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Puggle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: French Bulldog or Puggle or Boxer?
French Bulldog 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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Puggle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which uses mouth most during play?
French Bulldog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Puggle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

French Bulldog bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Puggle bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boxer bite force: Ordinary.

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Puggle: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which has fewer health issues?
The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Puggles are commonly healthy dogs.
The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Puggle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cleft Palate
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Elongated Soft Palate
Hemi-vertebrae
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Obesity
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Deafness
Demodectic Mange
Aortic Stenosis
Boxer Cardiomyopathy
Corneal Dystrophy

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which breed is most active?
French Bulldog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Puggle dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: French Bulldog or Puggle or Boxer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Puggle dogs have an average exercise need.
Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: French Bulldog or Puggle or Boxer?
French Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Puggle dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Puggle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 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. Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. What colors are available?
Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brown
White
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Puggle requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which drools least?
The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Puggle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Puggle has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine
Smooth
Short
Close in texture
Smooth
Straight
Waterproof
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more French Bulldog or Puggle or Boxer? French Bulldog or Puggle or {name3 shedding:
French Bulldog dogs are low shedders.
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Puggle dogs are heavy shedders.
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Boxer dogs shed moderately.
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French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which is best with kids?
French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Puggle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Puggle dogs are generally with other pets.
Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly French Bulldog or Puggle or Boxer? Which dog is more friendly?
French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Puggle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly French Bulldog or Puggle or Boxer?
French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Puggle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly French Bulldog or Puggle or Boxer?
French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Puggle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer?
Yes
French Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Puggle dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Yes
Puggle is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Puggles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Puggle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which has most military use?

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which has most puppies?
3-5 puppies 3-5 puppies 2-10 puppies, average 6
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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French Bulldog vs Puggle vs Boxer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of French Bulldog, Puggle, and Boxer. Which has most recognition?
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer 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
Canadian Canine Registry

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