Last Updated: Jun 16, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Boxer Versus Cockapoo: Introduction
- Boxer versus Cockapoo: Overview
- Boxer versus Cockapoo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxer and the Cockapoo
- The Similarities Between the Boxer and the Cockapoo
- Size Comparison of the Boxer versus Cockapoo
- Appearance (Colors) of the Boxer and the Cockapoo
- Lifespan of Boxer versus Cockapoo
- Price of Boxer versus Price of Cockapoo
- Adopting the Boxer versus Adopting the Cockapoo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus Cockapoo
- Do Boxers shed more than Cockapoos?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxer or the Cockapoo?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxer or the Cockapoo?
- Are Boxers good family dogs? What about Cockapoos?
- Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the Cockapoo?
- Which one drools more, the Boxer or the Cockapoo
- How Kid-friendly are Boxers and Cockapoos?
- Does the Boxer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cockapoo?
- Do Boxers Bark and Howl? What about Cockapoos?
- Can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cockapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. Cockapoo
- Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cockapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Boxer Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Boxer versus Cockapoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Boxer Versus Cockapoo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Boxer and the Cockapoo? 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 Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boxer and the Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo. 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 Cockapoo.
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 Cockapoo.
Boxer versus Cockapoo: Overview
A very important difference between the Boxer and the Cockapoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boxer is a medium-sized dog while the Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Boxer versus Cockapoo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Boxer to the Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo
| Factor | Boxer | Cockapoo |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder | From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 6 to 19 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1530 | $1980 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | $1500 – $2400 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
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 Cockapoo. 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 Cockapoo is 94 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Cockapoo, we still believe that the Boxer is a better pet than the Cockapoo.
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 Cockapoo
Below is a list of where the Boxer and the Cockapoo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Boxer and the Cockapoo
The Boxer and the Cockapoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boxer and the Cockapoo are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Boxer versus Cockapoo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boxer and the Cockapoo.
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 Cockapoo weighs 6 to 19 pounds when fully grown. The Cockapoo is From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Boxer and the Cockapoo
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
Cockapoo Colors
The Cockapoo comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- White / Cream
- Black
- Apricot / Beige
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Bicolor
- Brown / Chocolate
- Golden
- Gray / Blue / Silver
The Cockapoo comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
Lifespan of Boxer versus Cockapoo
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 Cockapoo is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Cockapoo is 13.5 years.
The Cockapoo live longer than the Boxer.
Price of Boxer versus Price of Cockapoo
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 Cockapoo puppy is $1980. The price of the Cockapoo typically ranges from $1500 – $2400. However, the price of the Cockapoo can be as low as $750 and as high as $8500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 873 Cockapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cockapoo is more expensive than the Boxer.
| Boxer | Cockapoo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1530 | $1980 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1800 | $1500 to $2400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Boxer and Cockapoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Boxer puppies or how many Cockapoo 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 Cockapoos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Boxer puppy or the Cockapoo 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.
Adopting the Boxer versus Adopting the Cockapoo
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Boxers and many Cockapoos are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Boxer named Murphy Ii that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Boxers like Murphy Ii on pefinder.com.
Also, like Boxers, Cockapoos are also available for adoption. For example, Bogey is a Male Cockapoo that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Cockapoos like Bogey that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Pete is the name of another Boxer (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Ralphie is an adorable Male Cockapoo on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Boxers and Cockapoos that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus Cockapoo
Boxers do not like to be left alone.
Cockapoos can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Boxers shed more than Cockapoos?
Boxers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Cockapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxer or the Cockapoo?
Boxers are very easy to groom.
Cockapoos are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxer or the Cockapoo?
Boxers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Cockapoos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Boxers good family dogs? What about Cockapoos?
Boxers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Cockapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the Cockapoo?
Boxers are very easy to train.
Cockapoos are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Boxer or the Cockapoo
Boxers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Cockapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Boxers and Cockapoos?
Boxers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Cockapoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Boxer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cockapoo?
Boxers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Cockapoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Boxers Bark and Howl? What about Cockapoos?
Boxers bark and howl, but not very much.
Cockapoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cockapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Boxers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Cockapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. Cockapoo
Boxers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Cockapoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cockapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Boxers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Cockapoos can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Boxer Better for Apartment Owners than the Cockapoo?
Boxers adapt very well to apartment living.
Cockapoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boxer or the Cockapoo?
Boxers are OK for new dog owners.
Cockapoos 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 Cockapoo. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Boxer to other breeds:
Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier Boxer versus German Shorthaired Pointer Boxer versus Boxerdoodle Boxer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Boxer versus Samoyed Boxer versus Portuguese Water Dog Boxer versus Chinese Shar-Pei Boxer versus Pomeranian Boxer versus Lhasapoo Boxer versus Bullmastiff Boxer versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Boxer versus Coton de Tulear Boxer versus Tibetan Spaniel Boxer versus Schipperke Boxer versus Manchester Terrier
Conclusion: Boxer versus Cockapoo. 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 Cockapoo better suits you and your family.