Last Updated: Jun 16, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Boxer Versus American Hairless Terrier: Introduction
- Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier: Overview
- Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier
- Size Comparison of the Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier
- Appearance (Colors) of the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier
- Lifespan of Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier
- Temperament of the Boxer Versus the American Hairless Terrier
- Price of Boxer versus Price of American Hairless Terrier
- The Popularity of Boxer versus Popularity of American Hairless Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier
- Do Boxers shed more than American Hairless Terriers?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxer or the American Hairless Terrier?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxer or the American Hairless Terrier?
- Are Boxers good family dogs? What about American Hairless Terriers?
- Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the American Hairless Terrier?
- Which one drools more, the Boxer or the American Hairless Terrier
- How Kid-friendly are Boxers and American Hairless Terriers?
- Does the Boxer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the American Hairless Terrier?
- Do Boxers Bark and Howl? What about American Hairless Terriers?
- Can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can American Hairless Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. American Hairless Terrier
- Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can American Hairless Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Boxer Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Boxer Versus American Hairless Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Boxer and for the American Hairless Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Boxer or the American Hairless Terrier.
Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boxer is a medium-sized dog while the American Hairless Terrier is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Boxer belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the American Hairless Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Boxer to the American Hairless Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier
| Factor | Boxer | American Hairless Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 13 to 16 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder | 12 to 16 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 70 pounds | 10 to 16 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 14.5 years |
| Average Price | $1530 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | $1500 – $2000 |
| Temperament Score | 83.9 percent | 83.3 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 11 | 126 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Boxer in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the American Hairless Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Boxer is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the American Hairless Terrier is 82 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the American Hairless Terrier, we still believe that the Boxer is a better pet than the American Hairless Terrier.
This is because Boxers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Boxer will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Boxer :-). We are for the Boxer. So get a Boxer!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier
Below is a list of where the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier
The Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier.
The Boxer weighs 60 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Boxer is 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the American Hairless Terrier weighs 10 to 16 pounds when fully grown. The American Hairless Terrier is 12 to 16 inches when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier
Boxer Colors
The Boxer comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Brindle
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Black
- Bicolor
- Brown / Chocolate
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
The Boxer comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Black
- White / Cream
- Brown / Chocolate
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Brindle
American Hairless Terrier Colors
The American Hairless Terrier comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Gray / Blue / Silver
The American Hairless Terrier comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
Lifespan of Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier
The lifespan of the Boxer is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Boxer is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of the American Hairless Terrier is between 13 to 16 years. The average lifespan of the American Hairless Terrier is 14.5 years.
The American Hairless Terrier live longer than the Boxer.
Temperament of the Boxer Versus the American Hairless Terrier
The Boxer has a better temperament than the American Hairless Terrier.
This is because the temperament score for the Boxer is 83.9 percent while the temperament score for the American Hairless Terrier is 83.3 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 83.9 percent, the Boxer has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 83.3 percent, the American Hairless Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 472 Boxers and 6 American Hairless Terriers.
Price of Boxer versus Price of American Hairless Terrier
The average price of the Boxer puppy is $1530. The price of the Boxer typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of a Boxer can be as low as $100 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1292 Boxer puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the American Hairless Terrier puppy is $1600. The price of the American Hairless Terrier typically ranges from $1500 – $2000. However, the price of the American Hairless Terrier can be as low as $1000 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 13 American Hairless Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The American Hairless Terrier is more expensive than the Boxer.
| Boxer | American Hairless Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1530 | $1600 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1800 | $1500 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Boxer and American Hairless Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Boxer puppies or how many American Hairless Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Boxers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of American Hairless Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Boxer puppy or the American Hairless Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
The Popularity of Boxer versus Popularity of American Hairless Terrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Boxer is more popular with dog owners than the American Hairless Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Boxer is 11 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the American Hairless Terrier is 126 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Boxer
Popularity of American Hairless Terrier
| Year | Boxer Popularity Rank | American Hairless Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 7 | no data |
| 2014 | 8 | no data |
| 2015 | 10 | no data |
| 2016 | 10 | 106.0 |
| 2017 | 11 | 126.0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 136.0 |
| 2019 | 14 | 124.0 |
| 2020 | 14 | 129.0 |
| 2021 | 14 | 135.0 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier
Boxers do not like to be left alone.
American Hairless Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Boxers shed more than American Hairless Terriers?
Boxers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
American Hairless Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxer or the American Hairless Terrier?
Boxers are very easy to groom.
American Hairless Terriers are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxer or the American Hairless Terrier?
Boxers get along fairly well with other dogs.
American Hairless Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Boxers good family dogs? What about American Hairless Terriers?
Boxers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
American Hairless Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the American Hairless Terrier?
Boxers are very easy to train.
American Hairless Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Boxer or the American Hairless Terrier
Boxers do have a very low tendency to drool.
American Hairless Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Boxers and American Hairless Terriers?
Boxers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
American Hairless Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Boxer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the American Hairless Terrier?
Boxers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
American Hairless Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Boxers Bark and Howl? What about American Hairless Terriers?
Boxers bark and howl, but not very much.
American Hairless Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can American Hairless Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Boxers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
American Hairless Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. American Hairless Terrier
Boxers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
American Hairless Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can American Hairless Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Boxers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
American Hairless Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Boxer Better for Apartment Owners than the American Hairless Terrier?
Boxers adapt very well to apartment living.
American Hairless Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boxer or the American Hairless Terrier?
Boxers are OK for new dog owners.
American Hairless Terriers are OK for new dog owners.
Boxer Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Boxer compares to other breeds aside from the American Hairless Terrier. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Boxer to other breeds:
Boxer versus Frenchton Boxer versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Boxer versus Shiba Inu Boxer versus Bich Poo Boxer versus Cocker Spaniel Boxer versus Shiloh Shepherd Boxer versus Australian Cattle Dog Boxer versus Boerboel Boxer versus Schipperke Boxer versus Miniature Pinscher Boxer versus Yorkshire Terrier Boxer versus Boston Terrier Boxer versus Basset Hound Boxer versus Cesky Terrier Boxer versus Karelian Bear Dog Boxer versus Scottish Terrier
Conclusion: Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Boxer and the American Hairless Terrier better suits you and your family.