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Intelligent, exuberant, and friendly. Boxers are loving and gentle family pets. They can adapt to either country or suburban living, but are best suited to moderate climates.
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Originating in Germany in the mid-1800s, Boxers were used for hunting, bull-baiting, and pulling carts.
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Large breed; Weight: 60-70 lbs.
Height at the shoulders: 21-25in.
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Boxers need a lot of exercise, preferably in a fenced-in yard.
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A short, smooth coat requires only weekly brushing. Average shedders.
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Excellent playmates for kids.
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Usually get along well with other animals, but can be slightly dog-aggressive.
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Hip dysplasia, cancer, allergies, and heart problems.
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Boxers are known for their obedience and learn tricks easily.
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