![]() Skull: The top of the skull is slightly arched, not rounded, flat, nor noticeably broad, with the occiput not overly pronounced. If uncropped, the ears should be of moderate size, thin, lying flat and close to the cheeks in repose, but falling forward with a definite crease when alert. Third eyelids preferably have pigmented rims.Įars: Set at the highest points of the sides of the skull, the ears are customarily cropped, cut rather long and tapering, and raised when alert. Their mood-mirroring character, combined with the wrinkling of the forehead, gives the Boxer head its unique quality of expressiveness. Wrinkles typically appear upon the forehead when ears are erect, and are always present from the lower edge of the stop running downward on both sides of the muzzle.Įyes: Dark brown in color, frontally placed, generous, not too small, too protruding, or too deep-set. The head should be clean, not showing deep wrinkles (wet). The blunt muzzle is 1/3 the length of the head from the occiput to the tip of the nose, and 2/3rds the width of the skull. The beauty of the head depends upon the harmonious proportion of muzzle to skull. Substance: Sturdy, with balanced musculature. Proportion: The body in profile is square in that a horizontal line from the front of the forechest to the rear projection of the upper thigh should equal the length of a vertical line dropped from the top of the withers to the ground. Proper balance and quality in the individual should be of primary importance since there is no size disqualification. Size: Adult males 23 to 25 inches females 21½ to 23½ inches at the withers. Special attention is then devoted to the head, after which the individual body components are examined for their correct construction, and the gait evaluated for efficiency. In judging the Boxer first consideration is given to general appearance and overall balance. The broad, blunt muzzle is the distinctive feature, and great value is placed upon its being of proper form and balance with the skull. It must be in correct proportion to the body. The chiseled head imparts to the Boxer a unique individual stamp. His expression is alert and his temperament steadfast and tractable. Developed to serve as guard, working, and companion dog, he combines strength and agility with elegance and style. The gait is firm yet elastic, the stride free and ground-covering, the carriage proud. His well-developed muscles are clean, hard, and appear smooth under taut skin. ![]() The ideal Boxer is a medium-sized, square-built dog of good substance with short back, strong limbs, and short, tight-fitting coat. American Boxer Club Official Standard for the Boxer ![]()
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