What kind of dog is like a boxer? - Page 2

Gin&Dex · #13 25th January 2006, 05:45 PM

Mollie, how COOL!!!!

"Chance" was my favorite in the movie, but of course, as a pet lover, I loved them all.. and hoped they would find their way home.

Chance's "exhuberance and animation" in the movie reminded me of the boxer, and how he "wore his heart on his sleeve". My cousins American Bulldog is just such a joy to be around... he's a really neat dog! Mischevious, playful and very sweet too.

But I do agree.... there is NOTHING like a boxer!!

Ranvan, I respect you guys for researching different breeds. I did the same before I chose a boxer (Ginger and Dexter were my first boxers), and I don't think I will ever have another breed of dog (except maybe an American Bulldog--it's the only one I would even consider). Yes it is hard with the health problems and short life span of a boxer, but I've LOVED having my boxers!! I wouldn't trade it for anything. Even with cancer and heart problems, I'd do it all again. A few short years of HEAVEN, beats longer years with a pup that doesn't "fit" your lives any day!

Good luck!!!!

Goolia83 · #14 25th January 2006, 08:36 PM

My aunt had a Whippet and it was very playful and loved people! It seemed more like a boxer on Cafeen if you want to comapre.

I know this sounds really funny, but Roxy's favorite dog to play with at the park is the labradoodle (lab/poodle) it's an actual breed now. It's the only dog that will "Box" with her and it's so cute! (but not very manly)

Pearlywhirly · #15 25th January 2006, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Goolia83

I know this sounds really funny, but Roxy's favorite dog to play with at the park is the labradoodle (lab/poodle) it's an actual breed now. It's the only dog that will "Box" with her and it's so cute! (but not very manly)

I am sorry to burst your bubble but labradoodles, goldendoodles, puggles and all the other designer dogs they are coming up with these days are NOT breeds. They are mixed breeds just like a lot of other unfortunate dogs that end up in shelters and are put to death. Do you know that some of these dogs go for $1000 and the sky is the limit! Sorry, just trying to do my bit to enlighten the masses.

Goolia83 · #16 25th January 2006, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Pearlywhirly

I am sorry to burst your bubble but labradoodles, goldendoodles, puggles and all the other designer dogs they are coming up with these days are NOT breeds. They are mixed breeds just like a lot of other unfortunate dogs that end up in shelters and are put to death. Do you know that some of these dogs go for $1000 and the sky is the limit! Sorry, just trying to do my bit to enlighten the masses.

Wow, I just checked akc.org and You are right! Someone told me that the akc now recognizes labradoodles as a breed. They were wrong, and I was gulable! It is not on the AKC website at all.

Thank you!

sweetnlo · #17 25th January 2006, 09:50 PM

As many people have said, the American Bulldog can physically be somewhat similar to Boxers. My best friend's sister got a puppy this summer. I spent some time dog sitting it and although I haven't gotten a Boxer yet (I think I'm getting one in June!) this little guy certainly has a clown attitude like Boxers and wasn't afraind to voice his own attitude (in a good way).

I came home from school for Xmas break and he had grown up! When they said he was a bulldog, I imagined it getting all short and stubby, but when I saw it I realized it was an American - from outside the house as it streaked up and down the hall I at first thought it was a Boxer and asked if they got another dog but once I got inside i recognized the difference. All New Years Eve long, the dog was around and was very funny. He seems to have no concept of his size and strength as he loves to just walk right through anyone or anything in its way and loves to wrestle with his master by just head butting!

While I am deadset on getting a Boxer, there is a part of me that really enjoyed that American Bulldog.

Also, he spends alot of time running outside (he ran full speed into a tree on accident and had to go to a Vet but was ok) as they live in a small subdivision in the country and he didn't smell foul at all. Had a smell to him but it was certainly not unbearable.

entelekia · #18 26th January 2006, 03:16 PM

How about a Bull Terrier?

All the ones I've met have very similar personalities to boxers, friendly, outgoing, and definitely clowns of the dog world.
Also, this is not a "terrier" per se, as it was developed as a fighting dog, not one to "go to ground" after vermin. Of course, the fighting instinct has long been bred out of them.

Another dog I like is the Vizsla. They are highly energetic, and love love love to play anytime, anywhere. They are however a hunting dog, so I don't know to what extent their noses and/or barking would be a problem.

Emily86 · #19 26th January 2006, 03:36 PM

I agree, There is no reason not to get a boxer. I have known boxers to live to be 14 years old. You can eliminate a lot of the health problems which lead to short life spans by going through a reputable breeder, and checking out the pedigree thoroughly to see how long their ancestors lived and if they died of any genetic diseases.

And feeding exceptional food and regular vet checks---which I am sure you already do only add to their life. Good luck with your new baby ----I can't lie I was rooting for the boxer all along!

Ranvan · #20 27th January 2006, 10:43 PM

I have done some research on the web about lifespans. Many of the large breeds (ie mastiffs, newfoundlands, danes) live 8 to 10 years. But I find this not to be an "excuse" for boxers to live that long. Boxers are NOT large breeds.

Standard poodles live to be 14 years. Belgian Teruvians live to be 12 to 14 years. American Bulldogs (most like a boxer) live to be 14 years. Dobermans live to be 10 to 12 years. German Shepherds live to be 10 to 13 years. All of these dogs are as tall or taller...as heavy or heavier, yet the boxer lives on average 9 to 11 years.

But still...the boxer has the most charm, best watchdog abilities, and overall best personality (as far as I know). And I think the boxer looks the best.

So, my search is ending.

myboyjake · #21 27th January 2006, 11:30 PM

There is a breed called Olde English Bulldog. It looks like a mix between a english bulldog and boxer. It is not one of those designer dogs or mixes that people are breeding it is an actual breed. I asked someone who has one what there personality is like and he said they are alot like boxers except they are less energetic.

boxerali · #22 5th February 2006, 01:01 PM

I have owned Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers for the past several years, and have my first Boxer now. I have had experience with German Shepards, Shelties, Standard Poodles, and Springer Spaniels also.

What I love about my Boxer is the silliness, the joyfulness, and the upbeat attitude she brings to everything she does. She is similar in some respects to the Labs I have had over the years, who have all been extremely family oriented and sweet. Of the Goldens I have had, I always found them to be a little too soft and sensitive for my liking.

I put Ali on par with my Labs, although she is significantly easier to groom. No double coats - much less shedding. I consider her more "multipurpose" than my Labs. She has a much softer mouth than the Labs and she is quicker to learn.

You can look at other breeds to see if there is something in them that sparks your attention, but if you really loved your Boxer and want another one, then stick with them.

Murp.mm · #23 5th February 2006, 01:10 PM

I've been reading all the posts and I have to say that I don't think schnauzers are like boxers but I will say one thing that we gave our mother and father a mini schnauzer for a christmas gift back in 1990. Heidi was the sweetest little girl you would want to meet. The only thing was she had a lot of health problems and eventually broke my parents heart to lose her at age 7. She was a baby to two elderly people and she gave them 7 wonderful years that they would never forget.