The German Boxer is currently the 11th most popular breed in the world. For this reason, Boxer mixes are also very popular.
What exactly the hybrid dogs look like depends not only on the breed of the other dog, but also on the individual genetic distribution.
Specifically, this means: The same combination of two breeds can look completely different and also have different character traits. Typical characteristics of boxers are:
- Make excellent guard dogs
- Very protective of family
- Get along very well with children
- Don't like loneliness
- Hair relatively strong
- Are very playful and happy
- Only partially tolerate strange dogs
- Can be trained very well [1]
Enough of the words. Below you will learn about the 30 most popular Boxer mixes worldwide.
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#1 Pit Bull Boxer Mix
The Pitbull Boxer Mix is also colloquially called “Pitbull”. He comes from the USA. He also needs a lot of love and attention.
Originally it was used for bear and bull baiting. The fighting dogs were chased on chained bears and bulls for the amusement of the spectators.
Today they are also used as family dogs as shepherd dogs, working dogs, police dogs and therapy dogs. However, there are limitations when it comes to holding.
This boxer mix is on the list of dogs that are classified as “dangerous”. They also live up to 15 years. [2]
Fun fact: Dogs that bark don't bite. Despite their dangerous appearance, these four-legged friends are very friendly to visiting guests.
#2 Bulldog Boxer mix
The Bulldog Boxer mix is a very friendly four-legged friend. He comes from England and has a life expectancy of 8-10 years.
He has a lot of wrinkles on his face. These kept blood out of the eyes during a combat situation. His face is also often used as a club logo.
The Boxer mix is the 5th most popular dog in the world. They are very sociable and tend to be overweight as they tend to be lazy dogs. [3]
They usually get along well with other pets and strange dogs. They are also very sensitive to heat and cold and are more likely to have breathing problems.
Fun fact: As already mentioned, these four-legged friends are rather friendly people – even when it comes to breeding! Their short legs and low stamina are often the reason why plans for offspring fail. They are therefore often artificially inseminated upon request.
#3 Boston Terrier Boxer Mix
The Boston Terrier Boxer Mix is among the top 21 dogs worldwide. He was bred in America. Originally, however, for dog fighting.
The boxer mix is also very trainable. They are also suitable for apartment living. Just like for families, children, dogs and strangers.
They do not cope well with heat and cold. This is because their short snouts make it difficult for them to heat and cool the air.
When fully grown they weigh around 8 kg. Their life expectancy is up to 15 years. But some of them even live to be 18 years old. [4]
Fun fact: A digestive walk is a great idea with this four-legged friend! Because of their short noses, these four-legged friends take in a lot of air when they eat. So you're probably more likely to survive the flatulence an hour later in the fresh air.
#4 German Shepherd Boxer Mix
The German Shepherd Boxer Mix is a particularly obedient Boxer mix. He comes from Germany. He was originally bred to work as a sheepdog.
Today it is also used as a family, police, military, guard and rescue dog. But it is also a great jogging partner.
They get along really well with family. They are also very friendly towards children. However, they only partially tolerate strange dogs.
They are well suited for beginners. However, they have difficulty staying alone. They then begin barking, gnawing and digging. [5]
Fun fact: No resistance possible! These four-legged friends live up to the dog's look. They occasionally suffer from pituitary dwarfism. Even at an advanced age, the dogs look like puppies.
#5 Bullmastiff Boxer Mix
The Bullmastiff Boxer Mix is very loyal and loving. They are excellent guard dogs. This is due to their natural instinct. [6]
It is a Boxer mix from Great Britain. He is among the top 50 most popular dogs worldwide. Also is very protective of family.
They used to be trained to catch and detain thieves. And without hurting them. On top of that, they have a very high pain tolerance.
They are also often used in films. For example in “Rocky”. Sylvester Stallone's own dog was even used in this film.
Fun fact: Whether it's your first heartbreak, a bad grade or just having a bad day. This four-legged friend needs a lot of cuddles and will certainly be happy to give you animal comfort.
#6 Husky Boxer mix
The Husky Boxer mix is very persistent. You can easily run for several hours. In general, they are very energetic and need a lot of exercise. [7]
Despite their size, they live up to 14 years. They were originally bred as sled dogs. Later they were also used as guard and family dogs.
Genetically they have a strong similarity to North Asian wolves. Actually, they are too nice to be guard dogs. They are also very loyal.
Some specimens have a “snow nose”. This turns pink in winter and turns black again in summer. They also groom their fur like cats.
Fun fact: Don't be afraid of the big bad wolf. This boxer mix sounds similar to a wolf when it howls, but is otherwise super sweet. Plus, they don't bark.
#7 Malinois Boxer Mix
The Malinois Boxer Mix sheds little and is very trainable. But he needs a lot of exercise. He was originally bred as a sheepdog, primarily for working.
They are very versatile. Among other things, they are also used as sniffer dogs by the military and the police to detect bombs, drugs, cash and corpses.
They belong to one of 4 subspecies of Belgian Shepherd Dog. It was also named after the Belgian city “Mechelen”, French for “Malines”.
This boxer mix even made headlines because, among other things, he was responsible for tracking down Osama Bin Laden in the military in 2011. [8]
Fun fact: Skydiving is not just a human activity. This four-legged friend is also used by the military for air missions. Fear of flying has no place.
#8 Rottweiler Boxer Mix
The Rottweiler Boxer mix is ideal for use as a shepherd, rescue, guard and police dog. He also comes from Germany. [9]
The Boxer mix has a very strong bite. With 330 PSI (“pounds per square inch”) it bites around half as hard as a shark. His hunting instinct is also strong.
They need to be used to children. Because they have a strong herd instinct and could therefore push them. They also bark a lot and are fearless.
The males are usually more confident and fearless. The females, on the other hand, are more trusting. They sometimes behave aggressively towards strange dogs.
Fun fact: This four-legged friend didn't steal the meat from the butcher, but rather pulled the cart. His job wasn't just to protect the cattle. When the animals were slaughtered, it was his job to pull the cart with meat to the market stall.
#9 Labrador Boxer Mix
The Labrador Boxer Mix is very gentle and friendly. This boxer mix means the “Labrador Retriever”. This one comes from Great Britain.
He has a strong hunting instinct and needs a lot of exercise. It was originally bred as a hunting dog for all kinds of birds. Today he is primarily a family dog. [10]
They are also kept as drug sniffer dogs, bomb sniffer dogs and rescue dogs. They also have webbed feet between their toes. So they are excellent swimmers.
Sometimes they become hyperactive and bark at noises. But generally they are not noisy dogs. They are also among the top 10 most intelligent breeds in the world.
Fun fact: Webbed feet or not. These four-legged friends tuck their tails when they are bathed. Well, the bathtub cannot be compared to a beautiful lake or the sea.
#10 St. Bernard Boxer Mix
The St. Bernard Boxer Mix is a charming boxer mix. He is even among the top 50 most popular dogs worldwide. He is also very playful and curious.
They were often used as rescue dogs for mountaineers in the Alps during avalanches. But also as working dogs and guard dogs for herd animals.
They cope very well with cold, but very poorly with heat. So they are ideal for the Alps. By the way, they are also among the strongest dogs in the world.
They are not suitable for apartments due to their size. Generally they grow quickly. Nevertheless, they take a long time to ripen. They bark more often, even for no reason. [11]
Fun fact: Be careful of the wet cloth! Or rather a towel? A Saint Bernard named “Mochi” has the longest tongue among dogs in the world at a whopping 18.58 cm.
#11 Vizsla Boxer Mix
The Vizsla Boxer Mix. A boxer mix that, interestingly, is born without any hunting instinct. Nevertheless, he is an excellent hunting dog because he is very versatile.
It comes in two types: a short-haired Hungarian Pointer with a short coat and a wire-haired Hungarian Pointer with longer hair and a beard. [12]
If you want to get this four-legged friend, a large garden and long walks are a must. He needs a lot of exercise and is easy to train.
He originally comes from Hungary. He is very trusting towards the family. So he also gets along very well with children, dogs, other pets and strangers.
Fun fact: With this dog, loneliness and privacy will disappear. They are generally known for forming a strong bond with their master. So they are little soldier buttons among dogs.
#12 Chow Boxer mix
The Chow Boxer mix is a mix with the “Chow-Chow”. He originally comes from China. He was previously used as a working and sled dog. [13]
The Boxer Mix has a very dense double coat, especially on the neck. He has 44 teeth instead of 42 like all other dogs. He is also not a good swimmer.
There are increased insurance costs for this four-legged friend because these dogs are classified as “very risky”. Some even reject chow chows completely.
They also have a teddy bear-like appearance. Their nickname is “black-tongued lions”. In general, they have visual similarities to bears and lions.
Fun fact: Her nickname “black-tongued…