Boxador Dog Breed Information

Group

Unrecognized

Weight

25-50 kg

Height

53-63 cm

Lifespan

12-15 years

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About the Boxador

Reviewed by:

Dr. Charlotte Francesca Stiles

Veterinarian

If you’re looking for a dog to lift your spirits after a rough day at the office or to serve as a paw-sible family pet, you’ve come to the right place. In this guide, we take a look at one of the most popular dogs for families – the Boxador! This medium-sized dog is friendly, affectionate, loyal, and intelligent; it is also excellent with children. Find out all you need to know right here!

What is the history & origin of the Boxador?

A Boxador is a mix between a Labrador Retriever and a Boxer dog; these mixed dog breeds have probably existed for some time due to the proximity of the parent breed; however, it wasn’t until the 1990s that breeders began to intentionally breed Boxador as a Boxer Lab mix puppy.

The Boxer Lab mix is made up of Lab Retrievers which originated in Newfoundland, Canada, and Boxer dogs which are thought to originate in East Asia. The Boxador combines excellent traits of both the ancestor breeds and has fewer health conditions overall.

What is a Boxador breed?

A Boxador puppy is simply a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Boxer dog; these popular dogs were intentionally bred in the 1990s to reduce health the concerns of the parent dogs and to create an intelligent and loyal family dog that’s now part of the designer dog kennel club.

A Boxador retains many of the excellent qualities associated with its parent breed; for instance, a Boxer Lab mix makes an excellent guard dog, but they are also energetic, playful, and friendly. A Boxador is a top swimmer and retriever, while they also make some of the best companions.

Who is a Boxador best for?

One of the reasons the designer dogs kennel club admitted the Boxador to the dog registry was because of its suitability as a family pet. Indeed, Boxadors get along well with children and have enough energy to occupy a family home.

But while Boxer Lab puppies are perfect for families, they also need a lot of walking and hiking to burn off their excess energy. These dogs have a lot of energy and enthusiasm in their heritage; they are also fairly large dogs that aren’t always suited to flats and urban dwellings.

Boxador Grooming & Shedding

Although Boxer Lab mix puppies and adult dogs are not considered hypoallergenic, they don’t have the worst coats when it comes to allergies. A Boxador coat is short and shiny, it does tend to shed, but if you comb this coat once a week, it reduces the effects on allergies significantly.

If you have a slight allergy to dogs, then it’s a good idea to groom this breed once a week, that said, a Boxador is a pretty clean dog as well, and you might find their self-cleaning habits are quite enough. These dogs also have short coats, so they might need extra protection from the sun.

Do Boxadors bark a lot?

When it comes to barking, you shouldn’t have much trouble with a Boxador, that’s unless they don’t get enough exercise, playtime, or they have some behavioural issues. Neither of the parent dogs that make up this breed is big barkers, but they do have a bark in their locker to use.

Boxadors are energetic dogs that need lots of exercising; you can expect to take your dog for a walk at least two hours every day which should involve sniffing, exploring, hunting, and hiking. If your dog doesn’t get this kind of activity regularly, you can expect them to start barking.

What is the average weight & height of a Boxador dog?

Boxadors are a relatively new breed of dog, according to the American kennel club; for that reason, the size and weight dimensions are non-standardised, and it’s difficult to predict. In general, you can expect them to reach 63 cm in height and weigh 25 to 50 kilo.

If you want to get a better idea of the weight and size of your family dog, or any other dogs, the best strategy is to talk to the breeders if you can. The breeders of your Boxador puppies will know the exact parental lineage meaning that you can accurately predict the dog’s dimensions.

Are Boxadors easy to train?

Some dogs are motivated by food, while others have more emotional needs; when it comes to training a Boxador, you can use a combination of tricks to teach the house rules. Like most other dogs, Boxadors are motivated by food and respond well to positive reinforcement techniques.

But there’s an added bonus when it comes to training your family Boxador; these dogs are extremely smart and loyal; they want to please their owners and be accepted by their group, so you can withdraw some affection if they’re naughty, and they quickly learn the right behaviour.

How do Boxadors behave? A look at their temperament and personality

A Boxador pup is a high energy small dog that grows into a high energy large dog; for this reason, you need to have lots of space for them to run around in and plenty of activities to keep them generally healthy. These dogs are also good with children if they are socialised early on.

Thes dogs are also extremely loyal and suffer from attachment anxiety; for this reason, they cannot be left on their own for long. If you want to bring a Boxador into your home, make sure there is someone around to play with it and take it for walks in the dog park. It’s not a lap dog.

Does the Boxador have any common health issues?

Boxadors were bred to reduce or eliminate many of the health concerns associated with their parent breeds; however, these dogs are still prone to health conditions such as Allergies, Joint Dysplasia, Eye Problems, Hypothyroidism, and Heart Problems. If you want to keep your mixed breed healthy, it’s important to take them to the vet for regular checks, treat them against parasites and vaccinate them.

What is the lifespan of a Boxador?

A Boxador is a medium-sized dog, which means it lives for between twelve and fifteen years on average. In general, large dogs live for a shorter period, while smaller dogs tend to live for longer. This dog breed will live for the duration of your young family’s life as well, so it makes the perfect family dog, according to the American canine hybrid club, and other canine clubs.

How much does a Boxador need to be fed?

Boxadors are high energy dogs with a big appetite, but that doesn’t mean you should feed them all the time; on the contrary, you should feed your Boxador consistently at regular intervals and avoid leaving biscuits out throughout the day. Control the treat you give them and consider carrots as an alternative; also, choose top quality food to keep this large-sized breed healthy.

How much can you expect to pay for a Boxador in Australia?

Boxadors are part of the international designer canine registry because they are popular dogs all over the world; that’s why it’s easy to find a breeder in Australia. If you want to bring a Boxador into your life, you can expect to pay between $500 and $1000 for one, but of course, the price is higher depending on the breed. Also, consider buying your dog from a rescue centre.

Boxador FAQs

How smart are Boxadors?

Boxadors are very intelligent thanks to their Labrador origins, but they are also fiercely loyal; this combination of traits makes them very easy to train. Expect a Boxador to learn fast and respond to positive and negative reinforcement techniques. Thes dogs also have separation fears meaning you can withdraw some affection as a control technique for behaviour issues.

Do Boxadors like to swim?

Both purebred dogs, the purebred boxer and the purebred labrador that comprise the Boxador love to swim, so naturally, a Boxador also loves the water. These dogs will happily dive into a local river or lake to retrieve a stick or ball, and there is no need to worry about their swimming abilities; they are very strong swimmers. These are great dogs to take on long river walks.

Are Boxadors prone to separation anxiety?

Yes, these dogs love their owners fiercely, a trait they inherited from their boxer parentage. These dogs are happiest in a group of people and become sad and depressed when they are left on their own; for this reason, you need to make sure you are around the home during the day to keep your Boxador company. If left alone, this great dog starts to display destructive behaviour.