Boxer vs Bulldog

Compare the Boxer to the Bulldog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boxers and Bulldogs.

Boxer vs Bulldog
Boxer
Bulldog
Boxer
Bulldog
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General Details
Boxer
Bulldog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-12 Years
Height
21-25 Inches
13-15 Inches
Weight
53-70 Pounds
49-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Below Average
History
Boxer
Bulldog
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1894 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Boxer
Bulldog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Boxer
Bulldog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Living Environment
Boxer
Bulldog
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Boxer
Bulldog
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
27 MPH
15 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Boxer
Bulldog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boxer
Bulldog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boxer
Bulldog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boxer
Bulldog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
Average
None
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Average
None
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boxer
Bulldog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
Boxer
Bulldog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Corneal dystrophy
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Demodectic mange
Deafness
Aortic stenosis
Boxer cardiomyopathy
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Reverse sneezing
Demodectic mange
Cherry eye
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Head shakes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boxer
Bulldog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Boxer
Bulldog
Breed Colors
Brindle
Fawn
White
Fawn
Fawn and Brindle
Fawn and White
Red
White
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