Why the Boxer is Better than the Beaglier as a Pet

Last Updated: Jun 16, 2022

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Boxer Versus Beaglier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Boxer and the Beaglier? 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 Beaglier 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 Beaglier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boxer and the Beaglier 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 Beaglier. 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 Beaglier.

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 Beaglier.

Boxer versus Beaglier

Boxer versus Beaglier: Overview

A very important difference between the Boxer and the Beaglier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boxer is a medium-sized dog while the Beaglier 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 Beaglier belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Boxer versus Beaglier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boxer to the Beaglier 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 Beaglier

FactorBoxerBeaglier
Tolerates Being Alone1/51/5
Tolerates Hot Weather1/53/5
Life Span10 to 12 years10 to 15 years
Tolerates Cold Weather2/52/5
Does NOT Drool4/55/5
General Health2/52/5
Does NOT chew on things4/53/5
Height21 to 25 inches at the shoulder12 to 16 inches
Good For Novice Owners3/54/5
Dog Friendly3/55/5
Low Prey Drive3/53/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl3/52/5
Tendency NOT to Wander3/52/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living4/55/5
Easygoing2/52/5
Kid-Friendly4/55/5
Friendly Toward Strangers4/55/5
Does NOT Shed2/53/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight2/51/5
Easy To Train4/52/5
Intelligence4/54/5
Affectionate With Family5/55/5
Easy To Groom5/54/5
NOT Rambunctious1/53/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor1/53/5
Minimal Exercise Needs1/52/5
Potential For Playfulness5/55/5
Weight60 to 70 pounds10 to 20 pounds
Average Lifespan11.0 years12.5 years
Average Price$1530$1440
Price Range$1000 – $1800$1200 – $1705
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health TestsNo DataNo Data
*Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)

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 Beaglier. 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 Beaglier is 81 out of 125.

Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Beaglier, we still believe that the Boxer is a better pet than the Beaglier.

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!

Boxer versus Beaglier

The Similarities Between the Boxer and the Beaglier

The Boxer and the Beaglier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boxer and the Beaglier are most similar:

  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Boxer and the Beaglier are very playful.
  • Size Comparison of the Boxer versus Beaglier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boxer and the Beaglier.

    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 Beaglier weighs 10 to 20 pounds when fully grown. The Beaglier is 12 to 16 inches when fully grown.

    Size of Boxer versus Size of Beaglier

    Lifespan of Boxer versus Beaglier

    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 Beaglier is between 10 to 15 years . The average lifespan of the Beaglier is 12.5 years.

    The Beaglier live longer than the Boxer.

    Boxer versus Beaglier

    Price of Boxer versus Price of Beaglier

    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 Beaglier puppy is $1440. The price of the Beaglier typically ranges from $1200 – $1705. However, the price of the Beaglier can be as low as $500 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 25 Beaglier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Boxer is more expensive than the Beaglier.

    Boxer Beaglier
    Average Price $1530 $1440
    Price Range $1000 to $1800 $1200 to $1705

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Boxer and Beaglier. For different price points, the charts show how many Boxer puppies or how many Beaglier 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 Boxers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Beagliers

    A breakdown of the prices of Beagliers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Boxer puppy or the Beaglier 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.

    Boxer versus Beaglier

    Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus Beaglier

    Boxers do not like to be left alone.

    Beagliers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Boxers shed more than Beagliers?

    Boxers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Beagliers shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxer or the Beaglier?

    Boxers are very easy to groom.

    Beagliers are very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxer or the Beaglier?

    Boxers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Beagliers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Boxers good family dogs? What about Beagliers?

    Boxers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Beagliers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the Beaglier?

    Boxers are very easy to train.

    Beagliers are not easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Boxer or the Beaglier

    Boxers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Beagliers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Boxers and Beagliers?

    Boxers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Beagliers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Does the Boxer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Beaglier?

    Boxers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Beagliers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Boxers Bark and Howl? What about Beagliers?

    Boxers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Beagliers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Beagliers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Boxers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Beagliers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. Beaglier

    Boxers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Beagliers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Beagliers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Boxers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Beagliers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Boxer Better for Apartment Owners than the Beaglier?

    Boxers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Beagliers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boxer or the Beaglier?

    Boxers are OK for new dog owners.

    Beagliers are very good 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 Beaglier. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Boxer to other breeds:

    Boxer versus Valley Bulldog     Boxer versus Scottish Terrier     Boxer versus Pomapoo     Boxer versus Doberman Pinscher     Boxer versus Giant Schnauzer     Boxer versus Goldador     Boxer versus Boxer     Boxer versus Skye Terrier     Boxer versus Beaglier     Boxer versus Boerboel     Boxer versus Dutch Shepherd     Boxer versus Coton de Tulear     Boxer versus Bull Terrier     Boxer versus Lakeland Terrier     Boxer versus Lowchen     Boxer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Boxer versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     

    Conclusion: Boxer versus Beaglier. 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 Beaglier better suits you and your family.