Boxer versus Lhasapoo. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

Last Updated: Jun 16, 2022

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Boxer Versus Lhasapoo: Introduction

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

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

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 Lhasapoo.

Boxer versus Lhasapoo

Boxer versus Lhasapoo: Overview

Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo are similar in size. The Boxer and the Lhasapoo are both medium-sized dogs.

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 Lhasapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Boxer versus Lhasapoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boxer to the Lhasapoo 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 Lhasapoo

FactorBoxerLhasapoo
Tolerates Being Alone1/52/5
Tolerates Hot Weather1/53/5
Life Span10 to 12 years10 to 15 years
Tolerates Cold Weather2/53/5
Does NOT Drool4/55/5
General Health2/54/5
Does NOT chew on things4/54/5
Height21 to 25 inches at the shoulder9 to 13 inches
Good For Novice Owners3/52/5
Dog Friendly3/53/5
Low Prey Drive3/54/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl3/52/5
Tendency NOT to Wander3/54/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living4/54/5
Easygoing2/52/5
Kid-Friendly4/53/5
Friendly Toward Strangers4/51/5
Does NOT Shed2/55/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight2/53/5
Easy To Train4/53/5
Intelligence4/55/5
Affectionate With Family5/54/5
Easy To Groom5/53/5
NOT Rambunctious1/52/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor1/52/5
Minimal Exercise Needs1/53/5
Potential For Playfulness5/54/5
Weight60 to 70 pounds10 to 15 pounds
Average Lifespan11.0 years12.5 years
Average Price$1530$1070
Price Range$1000 – $1800$1000 – $1000
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 Lhasapoo. 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 Lhasapoo is 80 out of 125.

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

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 Lhasapoo

Below is a list of where the Boxer and the Lhasapoo are most different:

  • Boxers are very friendly towards strangers. However, Lhasapoos are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Boxers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • The Similarities Between the Boxer and the Lhasapoo

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

  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo 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 Lhasapoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Boxer and the Lhasapoo are very playful.
  • Size Comparison of the Boxer versus Lhasapoo

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

    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 Lhasapoo weighs 10 to 15 pounds when fully grown. The Lhasapoo is 9 to 13 inches when fully grown.

    Size of Boxer versus Size of Lhasapoo

    Lifespan of Boxer versus Lhasapoo

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

    The Lhasapoo live longer than the Boxer.

    Price of Boxer versus Price of Lhasapoo

    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 Lhasapoo puppy is $1070. The price of the Lhasapoo typically ranges from $1000 – $1000. However, the price of the Lhasapoo can be as low as $395 and as high as $1700. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 32 Lhasapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Boxer is more expensive than the Lhasapoo.

    Boxer Lhasapoo
    Average Price $1530 $1070
    Price Range $1000 to $1800 $1000 to $1000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Boxer and Lhasapoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Boxer puppies or how many Lhasapoo 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 Lhasapoos

    A breakdown of the prices of Lhasapoos

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus Lhasapoo

    Boxers do not like to be left alone.

    Lhasapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Boxers shed more than Lhasapoos?

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

    Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

    Boxers are very easy to groom.

    Lhasapoos are moderately easy to groom.

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

    Boxers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Boxers good family dogs? What about Lhasapoos?

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

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

    Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the Lhasapoo?

    Boxers are very easy to train.

    Lhasapoos are fairly easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Boxer or the Lhasapoo

    Boxers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Lhasapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Boxers and Lhasapoos?

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

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

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

    Lhasapoos have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Boxers Bark and Howl? What about Lhasapoos?

    Boxers bark and howl, but not very much.

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

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

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

    Lhasapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. Lhasapoo

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

    Lhasapoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

    Is the Boxer Better for Apartment Owners than the Lhasapoo?

    Boxers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Lhasapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Boxers are OK for new dog owners.

    Lhasapoos are not the best dogs 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 Lhasapoo. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Boxer to other breeds:

    Boxer versus Airedale Terrier     Boxer versus Border Terrier     Boxer versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Boxer versus Morkie     Boxer versus Bracco Italiano     Boxer versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Boxer versus Bloodhound     Boxer versus Bolognese     Boxer versus French Bulldog     Boxer versus Boxer     Boxer versus Puggle     Boxer versus Sussex Spaniel     Boxer versus Papillon     Boxer versus Cavapoo     Boxer versus German Shepherd Dog     Boxer versus Japanese Chin     Boxer versus Doberman Pinscher     Boxer versus King Shepherd     

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