From mini pigs to mini donkeys, we just seem to love everything mini. And, it’s no different when it comes to mini dog breeds. Although many small dog breeds already exist, mini versions of larger dog breeds are becoming increasingly popular not only in the United States, but also in the Netherlands.
One mini dog breed in particular is seeing a huge increase in popularity: the Mini Boxer. Boxers are known for their loyalty and playfulness. They love to be close to their owner and are also a great family dog. Want to learn more about this popular mini dog breed? Then read this article to learn more!
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- 1 The history: a mix of the Boston Terrier & the Boxer
- 2 The ancestors of the Mini Boxer
- 3 The origin of a Mini Boxer
- 4 The rise of the Boston Terrier
- 5 The tasks of this breed differed from time to time
- 6 The character: a mix of personality traits
- 7 Appearance of the Mini Boxer
- 8 Care
- 9 What diseases are prevalent in this breed?
- 10 Dog training for this breed
- 11 What does a mini boxer cost?
- 12 How much exercise does this breed need?
- 13 Recognition in America
- 14 Do you already have a mini boxer or are you planning to buy one?
The history: a mix of the Boston Terrier & the Boxer
The Mini Boxer is a fairly new mix of the Boston Terrier and the Boxer. Although the date and place of origin is unknown, this dog breed is becoming increasingly popular. More breed combinations are being used in addition to the Boston Terrier and the Boxer:
- The Pug and the Rat Terrier
- The Pug and the Fox Terrier
- The Pug and the Boston Terrier
The Boston Terrier and Boxer combination is the most commonly used breed combination. To get more clarity on this mix, we must first go back to the ancestors.
The ancestors of the Mini Boxer
The Boston Terrier is a breed that has been known in its history by other names: the American Gentleman, the Boston Bull or simply the Boston. This breed originated in the United States, by crossing an English Bulldog with a white English Terrier. It has become one of the most beloved breeds in the United States and has even become the state dog of Massachusetts.
Some enthusiasts also believe that characteristics of the Boston Terrier come back a bit from the French Bulldog. This Bulldog would have been a so-called “breeding step” to reduce the size of the Boston Terrier. So this means that first a French Bulldog was bred to make a smaller sized Boston Terrier. Only after this, was a Boston Terrier bred to get the ideal size.
The origin of a Mini Boxer
The origin of a Mini Boxer most likely occurred in the late 1800s. That’s when Robert C. Hooper of Boston became the owner of “Judge.” This dog was a mix of the English Bulldog and white English Terrier. This dog breed bore many similarities to his “Bulldog”.
Judge was later bred to a white female and their offspring were the beginning of the Boston Terrier breed. At the time of this purchase and subsequent breeding, Bulldogs in both Britain and the United State