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Boxer vs Jack Russell Terrier
Boxer
Short
Jack Russell Terrier
Short
Choose the Boxer if you want…
- a family with children
- a home with other pets
- a dog or cat that learns quickly
- less hair around the house
- a quieter companion
Choose the Jack Russell Terrier if you want…
- a flat or small home
Side by side
| Trait | Boxer | Jack Russell Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Large | Small |
| Weight | 25–32 kg (55–71 lb) | 6–8 kg (13–18 lb) |
| Height | 53–63 cm (21–25 in) | 25–30 cm (10–12 in) |
| Life span | 10–12 years | 13–16 years |
| Origin | Germany | England |
| Energy | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Trainability | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Good with children | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Good with other pets | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Suits a flat | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Shedding | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Grooming needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Barking / vocal | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Quick answers
Which is bigger, the Boxer or the Jack Russell Terrier?
The Boxer — typically about 4.1 times the weight. Boxer: 25–32 kg (55–71 lb); Jack Russell Terrier: 6–8 kg (13–18 lb).
Which lives longer, the Boxer or the Jack Russell Terrier?
The Jack Russell Terrier, on average. Boxer: 10–12 years; Jack Russell Terrier: 13–16 years.
Is the Boxer or the Jack Russell Terrier better with children?
The Boxer scores higher in our profiles (5 vs 3 out of 5). Always supervise young children with any pet.
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