At a glance
Side by side.
| Trait | Boxer | Bulldog |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Working Dogs | Companion Dogs |
| Size | Large | Medium |
| Height | 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder | 12 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 60 to 70 pounds | 40 to 50 pounds |
| Life span | 10 to 12 years | 8 to 12 years |
| Energy | ||
| Exercise needs | ||
| Easy to train | ||
| Intelligence | ||
| Good with children | ||
| Good with other dogs | ||
| Friendly with strangers | ||
| Shedding | ||
| Easy to groom | ||
| Barking | ||
| Apartment living | ||
| First-time owners | ||
| Copes alone | ||
| Drooling | ||
| General health |
Ratings are 1 to 5, from our breed database. Every pet is an individual.
Key differences
Where they differ most.
Energy
The Boxer has more energy than the Bulldog.
Drooling
The Bulldog drools more than the Boxer.
Exercise needs
The Boxer needs more exercise than the Bulldog.
Intelligence
The Boxer is quicker to learn than the Bulldog.
Copes alone
The Bulldog copes better when left alone than the Boxer.
General health
The Bulldog tends to have fewer health problems than the Boxer.
Which to choose
Boxer or Bulldog?
Choose the Boxer if…
- You want an active, playful companion (it has more energy)
- You want a dog that drools less
- You’re out walking, running or hiking most days (it needs more exercise)
- You want a dog that is quicker to learn
Choose the Bulldog if…
- You’d like a calmer pet (it is calmer)
- You have less time for long walks (it needs less exercise)
- You want a dog that copes better when left alone
- You want a dog that tends to have fewer health problems
Questions.
Is the Boxer or the Bulldog bigger, and which lives longer?
The Boxer is the bigger breed, about 9 kg heavier on average. The Boxer tends to live about 1 year longer. Individual pets vary, so meet the parents or the pet where you can.
Which is easier to train, the Boxer or the Bulldog?
The Boxer is generally easier to train than the Bulldog. Short, positive, reward-based sessions work best for both.
Which is better for families, the Boxer or the Bulldog?
Both are usually good with children when well socialised. Always supervise young children with any pet.
Which sheds less?
The Bulldog sheds less than the Boxer. No breed is completely hair-free; regular brushing helps with both.
