American vs. European Boxers
Set the two Boxer types next to each other and the differences in conformation become obvious right away. The illustration below shows how the American and European Boxer builds contrast.
How Weight and Growth Differ
The American Boxer is the lighter of the two types. Females generally weigh 50 to 65 lbs, while males range from 60 to 75 lbs. American Boxers typically reach full maturity somewhere between 18 months and 2 years of age.
The European Boxer carries noticeably more substance. Females usually weigh 75 to 90+ lbs and males 80 to 95+ lbs. European Boxers tend to finish growing at around 3 years old.
- American Boxer females: 50 - 65 lbs
- American Boxer males: 60 - 75 lbs
- European Boxer females: 75 - 90+ lbs
- European Boxer males: 80 - 95+ lbs
- American Boxers fully grown: about 18 months to 2 years
- European Boxers fully grown: about 3 years
Further Reading
For a more in-depth look at the breed, these resources provide much fuller descriptions. Note also that the American Kennel Club, the British Kennel Clubs and the European Kennel Clubs all accept and follow the guidelines set by the FCI. Under FCI guidelines, the weights and sizes apply across the board.
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About Weepin Oaks Boxers
Weepin Oaks Boxers is located at Weepin Oaks Farm, established in 2005. Owner: Margie McMillan, Jack, Alabama. Phone: C-334-282-2113 — if there is no answer, please leave a message if you are interested in a Boxer pup or adult. Email: [email protected].
Our AKC Boxers are available in fawns, brindles, reverse brindles, mahogany fawns, mahogany brindles and mahogany reverse brindles. Our sealed brindle is retired. We are AKC inspected and approved. We are closed on Sundays, Easter, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. We also raise AQHA & FQHR Quarter Horses.
Weepin Oaks Boxers always reserves first choice puppy after the litter is born for our breeding program. After that, puppy buyers may choose 1st reserved, 2nd reserved and so forth. All of our Boxers are AKC purebred Boxers.
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Whether you are drawn to the leaner American Boxer or the heavier European Boxer, understanding these conformation differences helps you appreciate the breed's range. Explore our AKC information and general resources to learn more about the Boxers raised at Weepin Oaks Farm.