Boxer vs Doberman Pinscher
Compare the Boxer to the Doberman Pinscher. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boxers and Doberman Pinschers.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - The Doberman Pinscher is a good choice for new owners, whereas the Boxer is not recommended for new/inexperienced owners.
- Children - Both breeds are child friendly, but the Boxer is the most friendly between the breeds.
- Grooming - Both breeds have low maintenance coats, but the Doberman Pinscher is easier to groom.
- Barking - The Boxer bark/howls frequently. The Doberman Pinscher has a low tendency to bark.
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| Breed Name | Boxer | Doberman Pinscher |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | No |
| Lifespan | 10-12 yrs. | 10-12 yrs. |
| Height | 21-25 in. | 24-28 in. |
| Weight | 53-70 lb | 65-99 lb |
| Intelligence | Average | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Germany | Germany |
| Origin Year | 1894 AD | 1890 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 | No |
| Large Yard | No | No |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 60°F to 80°F | 50°F to 75°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | High | High |
| Exercise Required | High | Medium-High |
| Top Running Speed | 27 mph | 30 mph |
| Strength | High | 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 | Doberman Pinscher |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | Yes |
| Family/Pack | Yes | No |
| Independent | No | No |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | Yes | No |
| Average | No | Yes |
| Focused & Patient | No | No |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Average | High |
| Burrow/Digging | Very Low | Below Average |
| Chasing | Average | Average |
| Follow Commands | Below Average | Average |
| Fighting | Average | Average |
| Guarding | High | High |
| Herding | Very Low | Below Average |
| Hunting | Average | Below Average |
| Protection | Average | High |
| Remove Vermin | Very Low | Below Average |
| Sledding | Very Low | Below Average |
| Watch | Average | High |
| Breed Name | Boxer | Doberman Pinscher |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 10-12 yrs. | 10-12 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Allergies | Yes | No |
| Aortic Stenosis | Yes | No |
| Bloat | Yes | No |
| Boxer Cardiomyopathy | Yes | No |
| Cancer | Yes | No |
| Cardiomyopathy | No | Yes |
| Corneal Dystrophy | Yes | No |
| Deafness | Yes | No |
| Demodectic Mange | Yes | No |
| Hip Dysplasia | Yes | Yes |
| Hypothyroidism | Yes | No |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy | No | Yes |
| Von Willebrand's Disease | No | Yes |
| Wobbler's Syndrome | No | Yes |
| Breed Name | Boxer | Doberman Pinscher |
| Coat | ||
| Fur | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Single Coat | Yes | No |
| Smooth Coat | No | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Straight | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Short | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Brindle | Yes | No |
| Fawn | Yes | No |
| White | Yes | Yes |
| Black & Rust | No | Yes |
| Blue & Rust | No | Yes |
| Isabella & Rust | No | Yes |
| Red & Rust | No | Yes |