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German Shepherd Boxer Mix
A German Shepherd Boxer mix is a cross between a German Shepherd and a Boxer. Most grow into large dogs of 50–85 lb and live 8–11 years.
Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.
How big does a German Shepherd Boxer Mix get?
Pounds. The dark band is where most German Shepherd Boxer Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.
Height runs 22–26 inches at the shoulder, against 22–26 in for the German Shepherd and 21.5–25 in for the Boxer.
Coat, energy and training
Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.
The German Shepherd rates very high and the Boxer high; a puppy may lean either way.
A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.
Temperament
The German Shepherd is usually described as confident, courageous, smart. The Boxer as bright, fun-loving, active. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.
German Shepherd vs Boxer vs the mix
| Trait | German Shepherd | German Shepherd Boxer Mix | Boxer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 50–90 lb | 50–85 lb | 50–80 lb |
| Height | 22–26 in | 22–26 in | 21.5–25 in |
| Lifespan | 7–10 yr | 8–11 yr | 10–12 yr |
| Shedding | high | low to high | low |
| Energy | moderate | high | high |
| Group | Herding | mixed | Working |
Questions about the German Shepherd Boxer Mix
- How big does a German Shepherd Boxer Mix get?
- Most grow to 50–85 pounds and 22–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 50–90 pounds.
- How long does a German Shepherd Boxer Mix live?
- A typical lifespan is 8–11 years, the midpoint of the German Shepherd (7–10 years) and the Boxer (10–12 years).
- Does a German Shepherd Boxer Mix shed?
- Shedding is low to high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
- Is a German Shepherd Boxer Mix easy to train?
- Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.
Other German Shepherd mixes
- German Shepherd Husky Mix
- Lab German Shepherd Mix
- German Shepherd Pit Bull Mix
- German Shepherd Poodle Mix
- German Shepherd Rottweiler Mix
- German Shepherd Belgian Malinois Mix
- German Shepherd Corgi Mix
- German Shepherd Border Collie Mix
- German Shepherd Doberman Mix
- German Shepherd Great Pyrenees Mix
Other Boxer mixes
- Lab Boxer Mix
- Pit Bull Boxer Mix
- Beagle Boxer Mix
- Poodle Boxer Mix
- Husky Boxer Mix
- Boxer Rottweiler Mix
- Boxer Mastiff Mix
- Chihuahua Boxer Mix
- Boxer Cane Corso Mix
- Boxer Pug Mix
Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.