Boxers are one of the most popular dog breeds in the world. Here are some fun facts about this goofy and fun loving canine.

1. Boxers are directly related to the Bullenbeisser, an extinct dog breed that was used to hunt wild boar and stag

2. Due to their short muzzles boxers are known to snore

3. Boxers originated from Germany

4. Boxers come in various types of colouring including brindle, fawn and white

5. White boxers are prone to being born deaf and often have many skin issues

4. The average lifespan for a boxer is 10 years

5. Tendency to stand on hind legs and “box” with front paws

6. A Boxers weight ranges from 50lbs to 70lbs and as tall as 53cm to 63cm

7.  A regular Boxer personality can be described as playful, energetic, goofy and devoted

8.  One boxer holds the world record for having the longest tongue in the world at 17 inches long

9.  Boxers used to have their ears cropped and tails docked so wild animals couldn’t grab a hold of them as easy when hunting

10.  There are no such thing as a black boxer, only reverse brindle or a darkly colored brindle

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