Boxador Breed description: Character & Co

About

Where does the Boxador originate?

The Boxador is known as a so-called designer dog. This is because he wasn't given Kennel Club approval. The Kennel Club is the head organisation for dog breeders in the English-speaking world. However, it is recognised by some dog clubs in the United States.

What are the breed characteristics of a Boxador?

A Boxador results from the crossing of a purebred Labrador and a Boxer. However, for this breed of dog you never know exactly which genes will surface. So it may happen that the Boxador puppy either looks more like a Boxer or a Labrador. No guarantee can be made in regards to this.

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Hybrid mix of boxer dog and labrador retriever, big black mixed breed dog, boxador

Boxador is a hybrid mix of boxer and labrador, labrador mix, black mix adult with white chest

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Origin	USA
Life expectancy	12 - 15 years
Care requirements	-

Activity level	-
FCI group	not recognised
AKC group	not recognised
KC group	not recognised

Hybrid Breed

Boxer + Labrador Retriever

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Characteristics

What are the character traits of a Boxador puppy?

In order to predict the character of the Boxador puppy, you have to take a closer look at the basic characteristics of the two parents. Boxers are very good-natured and lively. Nevertheless, they are very attentive and confident dogs. Labradors were originally bred for hunting to catch water birds or similar animals and retrieve them. It may well be that the Labrador shows a bit of this hunting instinct from time to time. However, the Labrador is also perfect as a family dog. They love long walks and swimming. As a result, a puppy resulting from these two breeds combines all the characteristics of their two parent dogs. They grow into wonderful family dogs which are always alert and like to learn new things.

Character

Usage

Boxador is a designer dog mix of Labrador and Boxer dog and very family friendly, Good beginner dog breed, mixed breed, brown black big dog mix, hybrid dog

Boxador dog black white, medium dog, designer dog, black dog with bow tie around the neck

Breeding

What are the typical diseases of a Boxador?

It has been heard many times that hybrids are not as prone to suffering from diseases. Nevertheless, there are some diseases that are typical for the two breeds. The Boxador breeder should check both breeds for hip and elbow joints. The Boxer also has the problem of having a shorter snout, which often results in breathing problems. However, since the Boxador is a hybrid, they will be less likely to face these problems. With the Boxador breeder, it is important to ensure that your dog has a slightly longer snout.

What should be considered in regards to the breeder - buying a Boxador

If you decide to buy a Boxador, you should choose a reputable breeder. You can recognise this by the fact that they do not have numerous different litters and are interested in the health of their animals. If a breeder wants to meet outside of their home and you are not allowed to get to know the dog's parents, you should be careful. However, Boxadors are often not breeds as such, but are hybrids resulting from the crossing of two breeds. Since both dog breeds are compatible and are considered family-friendly dogs, this mixed breed can be a great companion and a good protector.

Key facts at one glance:

Boxadors weigh between 55 to 80 pounds
loyal, easy to train dogs
Family dogs
Be careful with the breeder selection

What does a Boxador's fur look like?

Mixed breeds can show all kinds of colours in their fur. Again, it is necessary to look at the parents' coat first. Boxers have a short, close-fitting coat that is usually bi-coloured. Labradors have blond, black or brown fur. The coat of the Labrador is also rather short, but they have an undercoat too. That is why it is particularly important to look after their coat well. Visually they resemble a Cane Corso a bit because of the boxer snout and the Labrador body.

What does a Boxador weigh?

You cannot say exactly how much a Boxador will weigh when fully grown. However, if you want to buy a Boxador, it should be clear to you from the start that you will not end up with a lap dog. The exact weight cannot be determined so well in advance. Nevertheless, you can also rely on empirical values here. A Labrador weighs around 55 to 80 pounds. Boxers weigh 55-70 pounds. This gives you an approximate guideline of how much the Boxador will weigh.

What is the average lifespan of a Boxador?

If you want to buy a Boxador, the question of how much of your life you can expect to spend with your four-legged friend often arises. On average, these dogs reach about 12-15 years of age. However, of course there is no guarantee for that. Nevertheless, we know that hybrids usually have a higher life expectancy. Labradors live to about 12 years, boxers live to about 10 years.