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.

Boxer vs Doberman Pinscher
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
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General Details
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-25 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
53-70 Pounds
65-99 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
1894 AD
1890 AD
Temperament
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
50-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
27 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Corneal dystrophy
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Demodectic mange
Deafness
Aortic stenosis
Boxer cardiomyopathy
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Wobbler Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Boxer
Doberman Pinscher
Breed Colors
Black and Rust
Black and Rust
Blue and Rust
Blue and Rust
Isabella and Rust
Isabella and Rust
Red and Rust
Red and Rust
White
White
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