Boxer dog: the story of an ancient dog breed
The boxer is a dog whose history begins in Germany, more precisely in Munich, in 1870 when some dog lovers tried to breed the, known as German Bulldog, with the Old English bulldog, a race native to Great Britain, now extinct .
The breed belongs to the Molossoidi family, that is to say those robust dog breeds, extremely faithful to their master and strong character, selected with the aim of helping men in activities that require strength and resistance.
In 1895 Flocki, the boxer and the first dog of the species to be included in the breed breeding book was presented to the world on the occasion of an exposition of St. Bernard in Munich. A few months later the boxers were the protagonists of an exhibition dedicated exclusively to the new breed of dog and in 1904 not only the first genealogical register was compiled, but also a periodical dedicated to the breed was founded whose technical data were established the following year and revised first in 1920 and later in 1925 and 1938.
With the outbreak of the First World War in addition to the Schnauzer, Dobermann and Airedale, the boxer was also a dog trained for the purpose of being used during the conflict to assist soldiers during various types of operations such as reconnaissance phases, the detection of explosives, the guard, the attack or the search for wounded. At the end of the two wars that marked the history of the European twentieth century, boxers began to be employed in the police force and quickly spread, becoming one of the most appreciated breeds for their ability to defend the home and the people thanks to the right mix of intelligence , elegance and courage.
If the boxer is a dog you love and you want to know every secret from the price to the food passing by the character in our guide you will find all the answers to your questions.
Boxer dog: what you need to know about price and character
The boxer is a dog of large size, with a lean and powerful musculature, whose price varies from around € 500 to € 900, but can even reach € 1,000. Naturally, the breeding of origin makes the difference and our advice is to always choose a certified one and avoid the farmers without any experience who will never be able to provide you either with the necessary guarantees on the health of the dog or the useful documentation like the pedigree.
According to the original breed standard, the boxer is a medium-sized, short-haired dog with a square constitution and powerful bone while the musculature is highly developed and the gait is loose and noble.
He is a dog full of nerves, self-assured, with a calm, balanced and courageous character that demonstrates his loyalty and affection for his master by carefully watching the house and protecting the family from any danger. The boxer is loyal, playful, curious, affectionate and sweet, characteristics that make it particularly suitable for children to whom it proves to be very protective. He is a perfect watchdog and companion, he loves his family but is wary of strangers.
The original breed standard describes it as a docile dog with natural acumen, features that facilitate training and to which is added an extraordinary flair. Moreover, even in old age the boxer maintains his positive and lively character.
Boxer dog: what is needed for a correct diet
The boxer is a dog that cannot stand still for a long time and must do a lot of physical movement. He therefore needs a master who never lets him miss long walks and outdoor games every day.
A healthy and active lifestyle, combined with the right foods, is essential to curb the appetite of a very greedy dog and avoid the risk of obesity and the consequent occurrence of diseases that can seriously endanger the health of the boxer. In addition to this, if you do not know which one to choose between home-based food and industrial food, the advice is to always contact your trusted veterinarian to ensure that your dog is provided with complete and balanced meals that provide him with the correct amount of protein, carbohydrates and salts minerals and vitamins.
The proteins for a boxer are important above all in the first phase of growth, that is, from birth to the first year and a half, a period in which it is necessary to administer between 500 and 600 grams of meat per day in addition to about 300-400 gr rice. In adulthood the diet changes and the portions of meat are equal to 450 grams which are added 350 grams of rice.
We must not forget that the boxer should never be given the whole food together, preferring a subdivision of the rations into two daily meals. Finally, it is important to remember that doses can vary based on gender.