Boxer vs Bull Terrier
Compare the Boxer to the Bull Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boxers and Bull Terriers.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - The Bull Terrier is an excellent choice for new/inexperienced owners. The Boxer is not recommended for new owners.
- Children - Both the Boxer and Bull Terrier are great with children.
- Grooming - Both breeds have low maintenance coats, but the Bull Terrier is easier to groom.
- Barking - The Boxer bark/howls frequently. The Bull Terrier rarely barks.
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| Breed Name | Boxer | Bull Terrier |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | No |
| Lifespan | 10-12 yrs. | 9-15 yrs. |
| Height | 21-25 in. | 18-21 in. |
| Weight | 53-70 lb | 45-65 lb |
| Intelligence | Average | Average |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Germany | UK (England) |
| Origin Year | 1894 AD | 1862 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | Yes | Yes |
| Indoor | Yes | Yes |
| Small Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Medium Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Large Yard | No | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 60°F to 80°F | 65°F to 80°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | High | High |
| Exercise Required | High | Medium |
| Top Running Speed | 27 mph | 18 mph |
| Strength | High | High-Very High |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Medium | Low |
| Shedding | High | Low |
| Dander | Low | Low |
| Drool Amount | None | Low |
¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
| Breed Name | Boxer | Bull Terrier |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
| Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
| Independent | No | Yes |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | Yes | Yes |
| Average | No | Yes |
| Focused & Patient | No | No |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Average | Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Very Low | Average |
| Chasing | Average | High |
| Follow Commands | Below Average | Very Low |
| Fighting | Average | Average |
| Guarding | High | Average |
| Herding | Very Low | Very Low |
| Hunting | Average | Average |
| Protection | Average | Average |
| Remove Vermin | Very Low | High |
| Sledding | Very Low | Very Low |
| Watch | Average | Average |
| Breed Name | Boxer | Bull Terrier |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 10-12 yrs. | 9-15 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Allergies | Yes | No |
| Aortic Stenosis | Yes | No |
| Bloat | Yes | No |
| Boxer Cardiomyopathy | Yes | No |
| Cancer | Yes | No |
| Corneal Dystrophy | Yes | No |
| Deafness | Yes | Yes |
| Demodectic Mange | Yes | No |
| Heart Murmurs | No | Yes |
| Hereditary Nephritis | No | Yes |
| Hip Dysplasia | Yes | No |
| Hypothyroidism | Yes | No |
| Lens Luxation | No | Yes |
| Spinning | No | Yes |
| Breed Name | Boxer | Bull Terrier |
| Coat | ||
| Fur | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Single Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Straight | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Short | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Brindle | Yes | Yes |
| Fawn | Yes | Yes |
| White | Yes | Yes |
| Black & Tan | No | Yes |
| Black Brindle | No | Yes |
| Black Brindle, & White | No | Yes |
| Black, Tan, & White | No | Yes |
| Brindle & White | No | Yes |
| Fawn & White | No | Yes |
| Fawn Smut | No | Yes |
| Fawn Smut & White | No | Yes |
| Red | No | Yes |
| Red & White | No | Yes |
| Red Smut | No | Yes |
| Red Smut & White | No | Yes |
| White & Black Brindle | No | Yes |