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Intelligent, loyal, and loving, the Boxer is the breed that has it all. He is easily trained, and actually enjoys the work, so he is more than capable of competing with distinction in canine sports such as obe- dience, tracking, and agility, but he will also be content in his role as family companion and protector. The Boxer is one of the easiest breeds to live with, as long as he understands what you expect of him and you give him the training he needs. A Boxer needs to be loved and well cared for. He’s a dog who needs you. He is low maintenance in terms of coat care and dietary requirements, but he demands both mental and physical exercise. Many people think of this breed as high-energy, perhaps with ex- cessive exercise needs, but this is generally not the case. A Boxer will settle into most routines, and as long as he gets the opportunity to be outside and have a run every day, he will be just fine.

Living in a family The Boxer has a kindly nature, and he gets along well with children. He will enjoy joining in their games and will keep a watch over them. However,

it is important to keep in mind that a small, cuddly Boxer puppy will grow into a powerful dog, and this can be quite intimi- dating if good relations are not established from the start. Children must learn how to behave so a Boxer does not

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