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A Breed Comparison
Owning both a Boxer and a Labrador Retriever we enjoy noticing the similarities and the many differences between the two. A lot of the differences can be attributed to the genetic makeup of each breed and how they are bred to interact. In this article a comparison of the two breeds is completed for study.
Variable
Before starting it is necessary there are several factors that should be considered that could directly effect each dog’s behavior and therefore shape the differences outlined. Some considerations would be a 2-year age difference, different littermates and different time frames within our family. This is by no means meant to be scientific rather an everyday approach to understanding of how different breed’s act differently.
Family Time
The Labrador, Madison, and the Boxer, Max, are very loving towards all members of the family. The main difference is that Max is much more concerned with where everyone is. He will need to know that everyone is safe and what they are doing before he is able to relax or play. Max will also not be in a room without someone else in it if he absolutely does not have to. This is typical of the Boxer breed as they are very affectionate towards humans and need companionship.
Madison on the other hand enjoys time with her family but at the same time has no problem if she does not know there whereabouts. If someone leaves a room Max quickly follows and Madison tends to her business. She is much more curious of where Max is the majority of the time as opposed to her family of humans.
Down Time
This is the biggest area of difference between the two breeds. Max is very much a cuddle dog, if that can be said for a 65-pound dog. When resting he prefers to be on someone’s lap and petted. To ask him to lie on the floor would be an insult and he would feel as if something was wrong. This is like most Boxers, as they are well known for being one of the biggest lap dogs known.
Madison prefers to relax in privacy, usually choosing to lie on the floor. She is fine if someone lies down beside of her, but she does not crave the human affection as Max does. From time to time she will want to sit on someone’s lap, but the majority of the time she is content on lying alone and resting.
In the Public Eye
Both of the breeds are the exact opposite when in public as opposed in the comforts of home. Whereas Max prefers to be with humans at home he is most interested in seeing and meeting other dogs while out of the house. He does not pay much notice to other humans unless they strike him as suspicious. Max typically walks with a proud Boxer stance with his head held high.
Madison is very intrigued by passing strangers and where she is mostly concerned about Max while in the house; she is not interested in passing pets. She takes notice of each person passing by and typically receives a lot of attention. She usually spends her time walking with her nose on the ground smelling as so many labs do.
Play Time
Both dogs are always up for a great game of tug or fetch. The breed characteristics of Madison especially stand out during playtime, as her favorite toy is the tennis ball. This is the case with most labs as they naturally like to retrieve and a ball makes the perfect play item.
Max on the other hand prefers soft, stuffed toys that he can shake and tug. Max loves to retrieve but prefers to retrieve these types of toys as opposed to the balls that Madison so dearly loves. When outside Max often prefers too simply run and chase as opposed to playing with any dog toys.
Though very different breeds both dogs are similar in many ways. They both enjoy playing for short stints outside but neither would be inclined to live outdoors. Some of both of their favorite things are companionship, playing and resting. Most of all both give all their love to their family in their own special way.
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Variable
Before starting it is necessary there are several factors that should be considered that could directly effect each dog’s behavior and therefore shape the differences outlined. Some considerations would be a 2-year age difference, different littermates and different time frames within our family. This is by no means meant to be scientific rather an everyday approach to understanding of how different breed’s act differently.
Family Time
The Labrador, Madison, and the Boxer, Max, are very loving towards all members of the family. The main difference is that Max is much more concerned with where everyone is. He will need to know that everyone is safe and what they are doing before he is able to relax or play. Max will also not be in a room without someone else in it if he absolutely does not have to. This is typical of the Boxer breed as they are very affectionate towards humans and need companionship.
Madison on the other hand enjoys time with her family but at the same time has no problem if she does not know there whereabouts. If someone leaves a room Max quickly follows and Madison tends to her business. She is much more curious of where Max is the majority of the time as opposed to her family of humans.
Down Time
This is the biggest area of difference between the two breeds. Max is very much a cuddle dog, if that can be said for a 65-pound dog. When resting he prefers to be on someone’s lap and petted. To ask him to lie on the floor would be an insult and he would feel as if something was wrong. This is like most Boxers, as they are well known for being one of the biggest lap dogs known.
Madison prefers to relax in privacy, usually choosing to lie on the floor. She is fine if someone lies down beside of her, but she does not crave the human affection as Max does. From time to time she will want to sit on someone’s lap, but the majority of the time she is content on lying alone and resting.
In the Public Eye
Both of the breeds are the exact opposite when in public as opposed in the comforts of home. Whereas Max prefers to be with humans at home he is most interested in seeing and meeting other dogs while out of the house. He does not pay much notice to other humans unless they strike him as suspicious. Max typically walks with a proud Boxer stance with his head held high.
Madison is very intrigued by passing strangers and where she is mostly concerned about Max while in the house; she is not interested in passing pets. She takes notice of each person passing by and typically receives a lot of attention. She usually spends her time walking with her nose on the ground smelling as so many labs do.
Play Time
Both dogs are always up for a great game of tug or fetch. The breed characteristics of Madison especially stand out during playtime, as her favorite toy is the tennis ball. This is the case with most labs as they naturally like to retrieve and a ball makes the perfect play item.
Max on the other hand prefers soft, stuffed toys that he can shake and tug. Max loves to retrieve but prefers to retrieve these types of toys as opposed to the balls that Madison so dearly loves. When outside Max often prefers too simply run and chase as opposed to playing with any dog toys.
Though very different breeds both dogs are similar in many ways. They both enjoy playing for short stints outside but neither would be inclined to live outdoors. Some of both of their favorite things are companionship, playing and resting. Most of all both give all their love to their family in their own special way.
Additional Resources
Discuss < http://www.boxer-dog.org/chat/viewforum.php?f=5>Other Pets in the Boxer-Dog.org community.
Find other time saving resources in the Boxer-Dog.org Directory.
This article is Copyright © Boxer-Dog.org and may not be reproduced in any format without prior written consent of the owner. For additional articles visit Boxer-Dog.org – All About Boxers . If you would like to reproduce this article, please contact webmaster@boxer-dog.org
posted at 17:20:00 on 05/15/03
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