
If you accidentally cut the blood vessel, it will bleed. If there are any black nails on the pup, trim a small portion off at each sitting. When trimming the nails you do not want to cut past the blood vessel, which is easy to spot on white nails. This breed’s nails can be black, white, or a combination of both. Never use cotton swabs in your dog’s ear these can penetrate the eardrum.Īctive dog’s toenails will naturally stay short, but young puppies or older dogs will need occasional trimming. For a quick clean out, moisten gauze or a clean washcloth with ear cleaning solution and gently swab out the inside canal. Floppy ears should be inspected and wiped out weekly to prevent build up and infections. Most of these dogs will have a light colored streak, strip, or blaze down the face and chest, and the nose and eyes are dark brown or black. There is a variety of coat colors: black, tan or brown, red or sable, silver, and white or cream. In any outdoor condition, make sure your dog has proper shelter or protection, and plenty of water.


In the colder seasons, do not leave this short coated dog outside. During warmers months, you will want to brush more often. This shorter fur is low shedding and usually can be kept clean with a bath every four to six weeks along with weekly brushings. The fur is short, smooth, and easy to maintain. Their physical features are very similar to the standard boxer. You will know if your miniature is getting enough exercise because these pups will become mischievous if left to burn off their own energy. The activity requirements are average, meaning they do not need constant motion like border collies, but they need more exercise than a Pekingese or a Shih Tzu daily walks around the block or playtime with the family are often enough. These pups do well in apartments with easy access to the outdoors, suburban living, and ranches with room to roam. Even though labeled as miniature, they are considered medium size when compared to other breeds.Ī nice feature of these mini dogs is they can adapt to many environments. Some dogs have been reported upwards of 50 pounds or slightly more, and breeders believe that is the boxer gene coming out. If not socialized with other dogs, cats, and people, most canines, this one included, will be skeptical of strangers and will not easily tolerate other pets.įull grown, they can weigh 25 to 30 pounds. The bred in non-aggressive and prefers the company of humans.

The temperament of the mini boxer is kind, gentle, and fun loving, and they can be loyal and even-tempered when raised around children. This mini line is a cross between the American boston terrier, which has been around for 125 years, and the boxer, originally from Germany. Hybrid dogs are created when two purebred canines, from different groups or classes, breed to create a new standard with positive characteristic from both lines.
