Boxador
The Boxador crosses the Boxer with the Labrador Retriever — combining the Boxer's playful, goofy, loyal nature with the Labrador's warmth and trainability.
Origin
United States
Lifespan
10–14 years
Weight
22–40 kg (50–90 lbs)
Height
56–63 cm (22–25 in)
Exercise
40 to 60 min/day
Diet
Omnivore — high-quality large breed food appropriate for an active dog.
Taxonomic Hierarchy
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
The Story
The Boxador crosses the Boxer with the Labrador Retriever — combining the Boxer's playful, goofy, loyal nature with the Labrador's warmth and trainability. The result is a large, energetic, affectionate family dog that is more balanced in temperament than the sometimes-intense purebred Boxer. The short coat from both parents is low-maintenance. The Boxador has become popular as a family companion for active households.
Also Known As
Quick Facts
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Physical Profile
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A large, muscular, athletic dog with the Boxer's broad chest and head modified by the Labrador's slightly longer muzzle and softer facial lines. Short, smooth, dense coat. The face is less flat than the Boxer parent — slightly better breathing.
Grooming
Low
Shedding
Moderate
Brushing
1-2x-Weekly
Bathing
Every-6-8-Weeks
Coat Colors
Recognized By
Temperament & Personality
Loyal, playful, and sociable — the Boxador combines the Boxer's enthusiasm and goofy energy with the Labrador's warmth and adaptability. Excellent with children. Protective instinct from Boxer. Needs substantial exercise.
Personality Scores
Adaptability
3/5Attention Need
5/5Friendliness
5/5Playfulness
5/5Protectiveness
3/5Living Profile
Ideal Space
House-Small-Garden
Daily Exercise
40 to 60 min/day
Ideal Weather
5°C to 28°C
Cognitive Benchmarks
Adaptability
30%
Attention
50%
Playfulness
50%
Communication Style
Stress Signals
excessive jumping, mouthing, destructive behaviour, clinginess, zoomies
Care & Wellness
Professional Care Protocol
- •1.5–2 hours vigorous exercise daily. Low grooming needs. Bloat prevention — prophylactic gastropexy recommended. Monitor brachycephalic features from Boxer side.
Nutrition Notes
Boxer × Labrador. Cancer risk from Boxer. Obesity from Lab. Bloat risk. Anti-inflammatory diet. Joint supplements.
Vaccination Schedule
Vaccination Schedule
Senior Care
Cancer (Boxer — mast cell, lymphoma). Hip dysplasia. Bloat. ARVC possible (Boxer). Degenerative myelopathy. Very energetic, goofy personality. 10-12 years.
Wellbeing Activities
Nutrition & Sustenance
Daily Calories (Adult)
1500 kcal
Daily Calories (Young)
1100 kcal
Recommended Foods
Foods to Avoid
Health Overview
Hip and elbow dysplasia. Bloat (GDV) — elevated from Boxer heritage. Brachycephalic features reduced but may still be present. Cancer risk from Boxer heritage. Aortic stenosis from Boxer. Exercise-induced collapse from Labrador.
Common Conditions
Price Estimates
Pricing Guide
Average estimates as of 2025
Affordable. High cancer risk from Boxer parent. India: available.
Purchase Price
$500 to $1,200
Adoption Fee
$50 to $350
Data from 2025
Fun Facts
The Boxador often has a longer muzzle than the purebred Boxer — which typically means better breathing — making it one of the designer crosses that can genuinely improve a brachycephalic parent breed's health when well-bred.
