Comparison: Boxer and Bull Terrier

Boxer and Bull Terrier are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Boxer
Photo: OleNeitzel, CC BY 4.0, source
Bull Terrier
Photo: DangerousBob, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
BoxerBull Terrier
FCI group2. Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs3. Terriers
Country of originGermanyUnited Kingdom
CategoryLarge–
Height at withers53–63 cm–
Weight25–32 kg–
Life span10–12 years10–14 years
Recognition features
  • Short square muzzle with an underbite
  • Short fawn or brindle coat, often with white markings
  • Muscular build and pronounced stop
  • Egg-shaped head without a stop
  • Muscular, compact build
  • Short smooth coat, white or coloured
CoatShort, hard, glossy coat, fawn or brindle, often with white markings.Short smooth coat, white or coloured.
PurposeA German breed descended from Bullenbeisser and bulldog stock, first used to hold game, later a service and family dog.Bred in 19th-century England from Bulldogs and terriers for dog fighting, later turned into a companion.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.