The ancestors of our beloved boxer dog breed were large working dogs. Back before the boxers existed as we know them today, gods weren't used as pets but instead usually as helpers for various tasks. That's why we see so many different dog breeds today, each breed specialized in whatever task they were bred to complete. Boxer's ancestors were no exception. Whenever there was a need hunting for large wild animals, they were called forth. With the strength they posses, hunting down wild boars and other large animals like bears was still an extremely difficult task.

In the second-half of last century the dog breeders focused attention on these species and via the goal-directed crossing of different species between themselves was derived new species contemporary boxer. However, now we with difficulty would find the tracks of its old ancestors in it. Contemporary boxer - elegant dog of noble forms, that preserved at the same time its initial qualities, namely, courage, force and spite. The forming of this species continued comparatively for long and it was acknowledged as independent species only in 1925. The designation of this species, obviously, occurred because of the similarity of its head to the boxer glove or to face of boxer- athlete with the disfigured nose.

Boxer possesses all properties, necessary for the special duty dog, and can also live in apartment just fine as long they get regular exercise. They are playful dogs too so if you want a dog that will sit quietly at home all day, boxers wouldn't be the right choice for you. Sure they like sitting by their owner calmly too, but boxers are well known for their energetic personality. Even as adults they express many qualities that they had when they were just pups. They will still enjoy going to the park to play a good game of fetch or to just run around the field while sniffing out the tracks of a wild animal that recently has ran by there.

Boxers are amazing dogs but certainly aren't for everyone. If you are planning on purchasing a boxer dog, you will have to consider all of the expenses when trying to figure out if you can afford one. They are large dogs and therefore consume a lot of food. Other factors you will have to consider before purchasing your boxer dog are the size of your home and if you will be available to take out you boxer out for walks to the park regularly. You can find out more about the boxer dog breed by visiting the Boxer Training site.