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Boxer or Dogue de Bordeaux: which breed to choose?
Boxer and Dogue de Bordeaux are two dog breeds often compared by future adopters. Here is a point-by-point comparison to help you decide: size, temperament, purchase price, monthly budget, and compatibility with your lifestyle.
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Key takeaways
- Dogue de Bordeaux is larger: 45–52 kg vs 25–35 kg for Boxer.
- Boxer is cheaper to buy: 800–1,400 € vs 1,000–1,500 € for Dogue de Bordeaux.
- Day to day, Boxer costs less: about 170 € per month vs 221 € for Dogue de Bordeaux.
- Dogue de Bordeaux needs less daily activity (3/5 vs 4/5 for Boxer).
- For “Family & children”, both breeds are tied (5/5).
- For “Apartment living”, both breeds are tied (3/5).
- Boxer is rated higher for “First-time owner”: 3/5 vs 1/5 for Dogue de Bordeaux.
- Both breeds have a similar life expectancy: 10–12 years.
Our verdict
Choose Boxer if you’re looking for…
- Active owner : They can offer it long walks, games and shared activities every day.
- Family with children : Its affectionate, protective and playful temperament fits well with family life.
- Present and involved household : It greatly appreciates human closeness and consistent training.
- House with outdoor space : Secure access to the outdoors makes its daily exercise easier without replacing walks.
Choose Dogue de Bordeaux if you’re looking for…
- Experienced people : The breed is better suited to an owner capable of handling a large, powerful dog with calm and consistency.
- Present families : He thrives in a stable home where he can share daily life with those close to him.
- House with outdoor space : His size and living comfort are generally better suited to a spacious home.
Detailed comparison
| General information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Germany | France |
| FCI group | 2 | 2 |
| Size | Large | Giant |
| Height at withers | 53–63 cm | 58–68 cm |
| Weight | 25–35 kg | 45–52 kg |
| Coat | Short, close and smooth | Short, fine |
| Life expectancy | 10–12 ans | 10–12 ans |
| Average price | 800–1,400 € | 1,000–1,500 € |
| Monthly budget | ≈ 170 € | ≈ 221 € |
| Compatibility | ||
| Family & children | Excellent | Excellent |
| Daily activity required | High | Moderate |
| Apartment living | Good | Good |
| First-time owner | Good | Limited |
| Other pets | Good | Limited |
| Tolerance for being alone | Fairly good | Limited |
| Guarding instinct | Very good | Excellent |
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