 Your
Online Guide to Common Health Conditions Affecting Boxer Dogs
and Puppies
Like any purebred or designer breed of dog, the
Boxer dog breed can
inherit certain canine disorders from it's ancestors. We've provided
information about common Boxer health problems below.
Please note that while these health issues can occur in the breed,
buying a puppy from a highly reputable, knowledgeable
Boxer
breeder who is knowledgeable about health issues in the breed, and actively
screens for these disorders can go a long way towards having a healthy,
long lived and joyful Boxer companion. Choose your breeder carefully
- and NEVER buy a Boxer puppy from a pet store or newspaper ad.
The life expectancy of the Boxer is 11 to 14 years. The adult male will stand 22 to 25 inches and weigh 60 to 70 pounds. Females are slightly smaller. The main health concern with the breed is that they are more likely to get cancer than other breeds once they reach the age of eight years. Other major health concerns include sub-aortic stenosis, cardiomyopathy and hip dysplasia. They are also prone to epilepsy, allergies and skin conditions. They have a tendency toward sensitive stomachs and excessive flatulence and a proper diet is essential.
White Boxers tend to have more health problems than fawn or brindle Boxers and have a high tendency toward deafness. Many experts do not recommend breeding White Boxers with other Boxers of any color to avoid increasing the prevalence of hereditary defects within the gene pool. At one time many breeders would euthanize white puppies but now the common practice is to spay or neuter the puppy and place it with a family as a companion animal.
Boxer Health Resources Online
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