Miniature Boxer
All about the miniature boxer
The miniature boxer is a playful pooch that will surely win its way into your heart if you take it home. However, it is important to remember that there is actually no such thing as a miniature boxer. Many people mistake the Boston terrier for a miniature boxer because the two breeds do look like larger and smaller versions of each other. Both breeds have pointy ears and a full face that hangs down. Both are relatively thin dogs with short hair. However, the boxer ranges in height from 20 to 26 inches, while the Boston terrier usually stands 15 to 17 inches tall. This is why some people refer to the Boston terrier as a miniature boxer.
Boston terriers can weight anywhere between 10 and 25 pounds, and they typically have a black and white coat. The black covers most of the breed’s body, while there are white patches on the chest, front of the feet, and part of the face. The Boston terrier is native to the United States, and the breed traces its lineage to the original Bull and Terrier breeds. It’s also possible that the Boston Terrier came from dogs that were crossed with English Bulldogs and White English Terriers.
Boston terriers are very friendly dogs that love to be around people. Most dogs of this breed are very eager to please, although there are also some that can be difficult to train and very stubborn. However, Boston terriers are very easy to train, no matter what sort of temperament they have. The intelligence that is inherent in this breed is an indication of just how easy you will find them to train.
In addition to people, Boston terriers also tend to enjoy the company of other dogs. Other small dogs make great companions for this breed of dog, which also usually gets along very well with children.
There are a few health issues that owners of Boston terriers should keep a close eye on. Cataracts are very common in Boston terriers, even while they are still young. Many Boston terriers are also prone to allergies or heart murmurs, so regular veterinarian checkups are very important.
As with all breeds of dogs, the proper amount of exercise is very important for Boston terriers. Although they will do quite well living in an apartment because of their small size, they will need a couple of good walks every day. This will give them time to burn off some of that energy, which can cause a lot of problems if it’s allowed to become pent up.
Boston terriers are also very prone to small dog syndrome, which can be easily avoided through strong human leadership. Small dog syndrome is basically when a small dog begins to think he’s boss of the house. He starts to think he is the pack leader over all the humans, which can cause many different behavior problems. Train this breed of dog to behave very early, and you’ll have no problems with it.