With regular grooming and exercise of-course. The 2nd and 3rd in line of my choice is a GSD and a Dobermann.
2007-12-02 00:13:50 · 7 answers · asked by JaiKUBER 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
We had boxers, when I was growing up, they were wonderful, gentle family pets... they do need a good deal of exercise, and are an excellent choice... they only look fierce ;) ... many think they are ...
2007-12-02 00:23:48 · answer #1 · answered by Foggy Idea 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Boxers are wonderful family dogs!! Very loyal, good with kids, very protective of their loved ones. They are my very favorite dogs period!!
But if you have one in an apartment, you'll have to be very good about giving him lots of long walks. Boxers (and all big dogs) need a lot of exercise to be happy and healthy. Without exercise he will become bored and get up to mischief while you're not home. And he could become aggressive without enough exercise as well. So if you won't have the time and/or energy to take him for lots of long walks, then please consider a smaller dog.
2007-12-02 08:19:02 · answer #2 · answered by Eowyn 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
yes a boxer can be a great family dog. my family has had a few an they have always been great an they dont all get really big so yeah they would b ok in that area . also they are very good protectors. good luck
2007-12-02 08:18:15 · answer #3 · answered by sweetness 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
yes boxers are great but i prefer german shepherds, they are so smart, loyal, PROTECTIVE and EXCELLENT guard dogs.
here read this:
Often used as working dogs, German Shepherds are direct and fearless, eager and alert. Bold, cheerful, obedient and eager to learn. Known for their tremendous loyalty and courage. Calmly confident, but not hostile. Serious and almost human in his intelligence. They have a high learning ability. German Shepherds love to be close to their families, but they are very wary of strangers. This breed needs his people and should not be left isolated for long periods of time. They only bark when they feel it is necessary. German Shepherds have a very strong protective instinct, so they should be extensively socialized to prevent over-guarding when they are an adult. Aggression and attacks on people are largely due to poor breeding, handling and training. A well bred, well-adjusted, and trained dog is for the most part generally good with other pets and excellent with children in the family. They must be firmly trained in obedience from an early age. It is extremely important to purchase your German Shepherd from a reputable breeder. Some are timid and skittish and may be prone to fear biting. Research a puppy's lineage carefully. To be successful pets, these dogs should be trained and socialized from an early age with a firm and loving hand. Coercive or angry training does not succeed well with these dogs. To be truly happy, the German Shepherd needs a task in life. The breed is so intelligent and learns so readily that it has been used as a sheepdog, guard dog, in police work, as a guide for the blind, in search and rescue service, and in the military. The German Shepherd also excels in many other dog activities including schutzhund, tracking, obedience, agility, flyball, and ring sport. His fine nose can sniff out drugs and intruders, and can alert handlers to the presence of underground mines in time to avoid detonation, or gas leaks in a pipes buried 15 feet underground. The German Shepherd is also a popular show and family companion.
2007-12-02 08:27:00 · answer #4 · answered by ¸.•*´`*♥ AyYıldız ♥*`´*•.¸ 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
yes i have a boxer. they are great with familys and are especially known for being loving and gentle dogs. also my boxer scared away a burgular that a german shepard didnt!, so obviously very good guard dogs.
also 1 hint, bitches are tend to be better with younger families than dogs as we have experienced and are still fantastic guard dogs.
2007-12-02 08:55:13 · answer #5 · answered by katie n 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
definetley yes my aunt has has a boxer for like 6 years and my aunt just had a baby and she is very gentel with the baby
plus when someone pulls in the drive way she starts barking loud
2007-12-02 08:41:35 · answer #6 · answered by Nanie 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
That's actually a very good-sized apartment. And if the boxer is well trained, there is absolutely no reason why you can't have him there.
2007-12-02 09:15:34 · answer #7 · answered by Tigger 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋