Boxer has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Basenji has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Brave
Confident
Fearless
Intelligent
Playful
Bright
Energetic
Friendly
Loyal

Affectionate
Curious
Playful
Alert
Energetic
Intelligent

Boxers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Basenjis shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Germany

Central Africa (Zaire and the Congo)

Mastiff, Livestock Dog

African Bush Dog

1800s

Ancient

Working (AKC:1904)
Guardian (UKC)

Hound (AKC:1943)
Sighthounds and Pariahs (UKC)

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Fawn
Brindle

White
Black
Brindle
Red

Boxers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Basenjis have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Cardiomyopathy
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Corneal Opacities
Degenerative Myelopathy

PRA
Fanconi Syndrome
Basenji Enteropathy

Gastric Torsion
Colitis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Cvi (Wobbler’S Syndrome)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism

Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

Cardiac
Hip
Blood
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Eye
Dna Test For Pk
Fanconi Urine Test
Full Body Physical Examination

Boxer has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Basenji has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Boxer dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Basenjis are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Boxer dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Basenji dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Walk, Run, Jog, Training, Grooming, Eating out, Wubba, Fetch, Hike, Running, Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Digging, Eating Snacks, Jumping, Jumping around, Walks, He liked to run, Back rubs, Fast walking, Playing, Hiking, Playing catch, Cuddling, Chase, Tug-of-war, Chew, Nap, Go to Park

Shake, Running, Sniffing, Cuddling, Destroying toys, Marking, Run, Play with Toys, Dog Parks, Walk, Being pet, Fetch, Smelling, Out, Catch treats, Play keep away, Play, Chase, Tracking, Eating Snacks, Walking, Mischif, Hiking, Lounging, Mountain biking, Off-leash, Fetch-ish, Trail running, Long hikes

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boxer, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basenji, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Boxer is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Basenji is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Boxer is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Basenji is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Boxers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Basenji is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Basenjis have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Boxer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Basenjis can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Boxers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Basenjis are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Boxers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Basenjis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Boxers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Basenjis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Boxers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Basenjis are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.