Beagle
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Boxer
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Choose the Beagle if you want…
- a home with other pets
- a flat or small home
- a calmer companion
Choose the Boxer if you want…
- a dog or cat that learns quickly
- less hair around the house
- a quieter companion
- an active companion for long walks and play
Side by side
| Trait | Beagle | Boxer |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Small | Large |
| Weight | 9–11 kg (20–24 lb) | 25–32 kg (55–71 lb) |
| Height | 33–41 cm (13–16 in) | 53–63 cm (21–25 in) |
| Life span | 12–15 years | 10–12 years |
| Origin | England | Germany |
| Energy | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Trainability | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Good with children | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good with other pets | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Suits a flat | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Shedding | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Grooming needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Barking / vocal | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Quick answers
Which is bigger, the Beagle or the Boxer?
The Boxer — typically about 2.9 times the weight. Beagle: 9–11 kg (20–24 lb); Boxer: 25–32 kg (55–71 lb).
Which lives longer, the Beagle or the Boxer?
The Beagle, on average. Beagle: 12–15 years; Boxer: 10–12 years.
Is the Beagle or the Boxer better with children?
We rate them the same. Both still need supervision with young children.
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