GENERAL APPEARANCE
Shoulder height: 53-61cm (21”-24”).
Colour: Brindle, red or fawn with white markings. Black mask.
Coat: Short, glossy, smooth and tight to the body.
Gait: Proud carriage with a firm elastic gait Great nobility is a hallmark of this breed. The broad skull, distinct stop and upturned lower jaw with its undershot bite is what the breed standard requires. The muzzle is one-third the length of the skull, and must be deep lipped. The high set ears are normally carried to the side of the cheek, but in some countries, where cropping is permitted, the ears are erect. In profile one sees an arched neck running into a straight back and a croup which slopes slightly to a gaily carried tail which may be docked. Forelegs are strong and there should be good fore and hindquarter angulation.
CHARACTERISTICS AND CARE
These energetic dogs have a natural affinity to people. They are extremely trustworthy and display uncanny instincts in assessing people which makes them excellent guard dogs. Their high intelligence has earned them a place with the German Police Force. Their coat is easily cared for, but regular grooming will eliminate shedding.
HISTORY 
Originating from the Tibetan Mollossus and European mastiff family, Boxers were originally used in Germany for bear and bull baiting. In the 19th century, the breed reached a certain amount of conformity following
selective crosses between Great Danes and English Bulldogs. The origin of the name ‘Boxer’ is unclear - some believe it is a corruption of the German word ‘beiszer’ meaning biter of bulls, while others state it comes from the word ‘boxl’, an alternate name for the now extinct Brabanter dog.