{"id":54142,"date":"2022-04-16T10:45:11","date_gmt":"2022-04-16T10:45:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/"},"modified":"2022-04-16T10:45:11","modified_gmt":"2022-04-16T10:45:11","slug":"what-is-a-boxweiler-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Boxweiler dog?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#What_is_a_Boxweiler_dog\" title=\"What is a Boxweiler dog?\">What is a Boxweiler dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Are_Boxweilers_good_pets\" title=\"Are Boxweilers good pets?\">Are Boxweilers good pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#How_big_will_a_lab_Rottweiler_mix_get\" title=\"How big will a lab Rottweiler mix get?\">How big will a lab Rottweiler mix get?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Are_Labrotties_good_dogs\" title=\"Are Labrotties good dogs?\">Are Labrotties good dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Are_Rottweiler_dogs_aggressive\" title=\"Are Rottweiler dogs aggressive?\">Are Rottweiler dogs aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Is_a_Rottie_a_good_family_dog\" title=\"Is a Rottie a good family dog?\">Is a Rottie a good family dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Are_Rottweilers_usually_aggressive\" title=\"Are Rottweilers usually aggressive?\">Are Rottweilers usually aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Is_Rottweiler_good_for_first_time_owner\" title=\"Is Rottweiler good for first time owner?\">Is Rottweiler good for first time owner?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Do_Rottweilers_bark_a_lot\" title=\"Do Rottweilers bark a lot?\">Do Rottweilers bark a lot?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Why_are_Rottweilers_not_good_pets\" title=\"Why are Rottweilers not good pets?\">Why are Rottweilers not good pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Is_lab_Rottweiler_a_good_mix\" title=\"Is lab Rottweiler a good mix?\">Is lab Rottweiler a good mix?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#What_would_a_lab_and_Rottweiler_mix_look_like\" title=\"What would a lab and Rottweiler mix look like?\">What would a lab and Rottweiler mix look like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#What_is_the_lifespan_of_a_Rottador\" title=\"What is the lifespan of a Rottador?\">What is the lifespan of a Rottador?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Is_a_Rottweiler_a_good_family_dog\" title=\"Is a Rottweiler a good family dog?\">Is a Rottweiler a good family dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Do_Rottweilers_make_good_house_dogs\" title=\"Do Rottweilers make good house dogs?\">Do Rottweilers make good house dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Are_Labrotties_protective\" title=\"Are Labrotties protective?\">Are Labrotties protective?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#How_big_will_a_pitbull_Rottweiler_mix_get\" title=\"How big will a pitbull Rottweiler mix get?\">How big will a pitbull Rottweiler mix get?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#What_happens_if_a_Rottweiler_bites_you\" title=\"What happens if a Rottweiler bites you?\">What happens if a Rottweiler bites you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#At_what_age_do_Rottweilers_become_aggressive\" title=\"At what age do Rottweilers become aggressive?\">At what age do Rottweilers become aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Is_a_Rottweiler_a_good_house_dog\" title=\"Is a Rottweiler a good house dog?\">Is a Rottweiler a good house dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Are_Rottweilers_high_maintenance\" title=\"Are Rottweilers high maintenance?\">Are Rottweilers high maintenance?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Are_Rottweilers_good_for_first_time_dog_owners\" title=\"Are Rottweilers good for first time dog owners?\">Are Rottweilers good for first time dog owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Why_do_Rottweilers_bite_their_owners\" title=\"Why do Rottweilers bite their owners?\">Why do Rottweilers bite their owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Are_all_Rottweiler_aggressive\" title=\"Are all Rottweiler aggressive?\">Are all Rottweiler aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-boxweiler-dog\/#Are_Rottweilers_aggressive_by_nature\" title=\"Are Rottweilers aggressive by nature?\">Are Rottweilers aggressive by nature?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Boxweiler_dog\"><\/span>What is a Boxweiler dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Boxweiler is a mixed breed dog<b>a cross between the Boxer and Rottweiler dog breeds. Loving, loyal, and bright, these pups inherited some of the best qualities from both of their parents. Boxweilers goes by several other names, including Box Rotty, Boxer Rottie, and Boxie Rottie.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Boxweilers_good_pets\"><\/span>Are Boxweilers good pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Boxweilers are <b>great pets for the right family. They have a good deal of energy and need plenty of firm training due to their size. Along with these considerations, you should also be aware of their potential health problems, grooming needs, and diet requirements.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_will_a_lab_Rottweiler_mix_get\"><\/span>How big will a lab Rottweiler mix get?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As the Rottador is a relatively new mixed breed, there are few standards when it comes to size. However, as a mix between Rottweiler and Labrador parents, you can expect the Rottador to be on the large side. Most weigh in at <b>70 to 115 pounds and range in height from 24 to 27 inches at the shoulder<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Labrotties_good_dogs\"><\/span>Are Labrotties good dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Labrotties make excellent family dogs. They will love you and all of your family members endlessly and will seek to protect you. These are very loyal dogs that will always be kind to family and familiar people. In fact, their high energy and emotional neediness actually make them especially good for families.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Rottweiler_dogs_aggressive\"><\/span>Are Rottweiler dogs aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As the Rottador is a relatively new mixed breed, there are few standards when it comes to size. However, as a mix between Rottweiler and Labrador parents, you can expect the Rottador to be on the large side. Most weigh in at <b>70 to 115 pounds and range in height from 24 to 27 inches at the shoulder<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_Rottie_a_good_family_dog\"><\/span>Is a Rottie a good family dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A 2008 canine aggression study found that <b>Rottweilers are average in aggressiveness towards their owners and other dogs, but tend to be more aggressive than average towards strangers. Rottweilers are also very territorial.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Rottweilers_usually_aggressive\"><\/span>Are Rottweilers usually aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A 2008 canine aggression study found that <b>Rottweilers are average in aggressiveness towards their owners and other dogs, but tend to be more aggressive than average towards strangers. Rottweilers are also very territorial.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Rottweiler_good_for_first_time_owner\"><\/span>Is Rottweiler good for first time owner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Overall, the Rottweiler is <b>not well suited to first-time dog owners due to their highly demanding needs for attention and requirement for consistent training and socialisation throughout their lives.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Rottweilers_bark_a_lot\"><\/span>Do Rottweilers bark a lot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Rottweilers don&#8217;t bark a lot<\/b> They are calm, quiet dogs. Rottweilers are not a vocal breed; indeed, many owners rarely hear their Rottweiler bark. They bark if there&#8217;s a reason to bark, but generally respond quietly to their environment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Rottweilers_not_good_pets\"><\/span>Why are Rottweilers not good pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Potential animal aggression.<\/b> Most Rottweilers are good with other pets in their own family. But some show predatory behavior toward cats, and many Rottweilers are aggressive toward other dogs of the same sex.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_lab_Rottweiler_a_good_mix\"><\/span>Is lab Rottweiler a good mix?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The hybrid offspring of a Rottweiler and a Labrador Retriever, <b>this dog carries the best traits of these two popular breeds. It&#8217;s a fun-loving, affectionate, energetic, and extremely loyal pet. It will likely have more energy than you can ever imagine.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_would_a_lab_and_Rottweiler_mix_look_like\"><\/span>What would a lab and Rottweiler mix look like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Labrotties make excellent family dogs. They will love you and all of your family members endlessly and will seek to protect you. These are very loyal dogs that will always be kind to family and familiar people. In fact, their high energy and emotional neediness actually make them especially good for families.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_lifespan_of_a_Rottador\"><\/span>What is the lifespan of a Rottador?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>These dogs come in a handful of darker colors including brown, black, gray or black and tan. A black and tan coat like that of a Rottweiler is the most common. The short to medium length coat of a Rottweiler Lab mix should be smooth to the touch. Because they have a double coat, these dogs shed quite a bit.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_Rottweiler_a_good_family_dog\"><\/span>Is a Rottweiler a good family dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are Rottweilers good family dogs? Rottweilers are people dogs and are affectionate and loyal toward their families. <b>They are great family members and are excellent guard dogs for families as well. They tend to follow their favorite person from room to room, so they are always within eyesight.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Rottweilers_make_good_house_dogs\"><\/span>Do Rottweilers make good house dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes. They are loyal pets and great companions. <b>With the right training and socialization, a Rottweiler makes a very good family pet. The Rottweiler has a very strong bond with his family, and that includes the children.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Labrotties_protective\"><\/span>Are Labrotties protective?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Labrottie Temperament <b>Dogs of the hybrid are smart, confident and protective. The Labrottie makes an excellent watchdog who will bark when someone he does not know approaches. While protective, the Labrottie is not aggressive.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_will_a_pitbull_Rottweiler_mix_get\"><\/span>How big will a pitbull Rottweiler mix get?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>On average you should expect your pit bull Rottweiler mix to live between 12 and 15 years. How big is a pit bull Rottweiler mix? He should grow anywhere <b>between 18 and 25 in height and weigh anywhere between 40-100lbs  females are generally smaller.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_Rottweiler_bites_you\"><\/span>What happens if a Rottweiler bites you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are Rottweilers good family dogs? Rottweilers are people dogs and are affectionate and loyal toward their families. <b>They are great family members and are excellent guard dogs for families as well. They tend to follow their favorite person from room to room, so they are always within eyesight.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_do_Rottweilers_become_aggressive\"><\/span>At what age do Rottweilers become aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A 2008 canine aggression study found that <b>Rottweilers are average in aggressiveness towards their owners and other dogs, but tend to be more aggressive than average towards strangers. Rottweilers are also very territorial.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_Rottweiler_a_good_house_dog\"><\/span>Is a Rottweiler a good house dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are loyal pets and great companions. <b>With the right training and socialization, a Rottweiler makes a very good family pet. The Rottweiler has a very strong bond with his family, and that includes the children. If you raise your Rottweiler pup around your children, he will be loyal and protective of your children.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Rottweilers_high_maintenance\"><\/span>Are Rottweilers high maintenance?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They require training and plenty of socialization. In smaller spaces, and with too little human guidance and interaction, a bored Rottie can develop behavioral problems. The short Rottweiler coat requires minimal grooming, so <b>Rotties are not a high-maintenance pet<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Rottweilers_good_for_first_time_dog_owners\"><\/span>Are Rottweilers good for first time dog owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A 2008 canine aggression study found that <b>Rottweilers are average in aggressiveness towards their owners and other dogs, but tend to be more aggressive than average towards strangers. Rottweilers are also very territorial.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_Rottweilers_bite_their_owners\"><\/span>Why do Rottweilers bite their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A Rottweiler may attack due to several reasons such as <b>its natural protective instincts, retaliation to provocation, or when it is sick and vulnerable. Again, these points can be valid for any dog breed, and some points may be more prevalent in Rottweilers and similar dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_all_Rottweiler_aggressive\"><\/span>Are all Rottweiler aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Rottweilers start displaying signs of aggressivity <b>around the age of two. The first signs may appear when the dog reaches puberty (between 6 and 9 months of age) or when they develop social maturity (18 to 36 months).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Rottweilers_aggressive_by_nature\"><\/span>Are Rottweilers aggressive by nature?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Rottweilers are considered one of the most faithful and loyal breeds among the dogs in the world. They are strong and courageous dogs who are very protective of their family.  Protecting you and guarding does not mean the dog <b>has to be aggressive all the time and continuously bark and be suspicious of people.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What is a Boxweiler dog?Are Boxweilers good pets?How big will a lab Rottweiler mix get?Are Labrotties good dogs?Are Rottweiler dogs aggressive?Is a Rottie a good family dog?Are Rottweilers usually aggressive?Is Rottweiler good for first time owner?Do Rottweilers bark a lot?Why are Rottweilers not good pets?Is lab Rottweiler a good mix?What would a&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-54142","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54142"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=54142"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54142\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=54142"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=54142"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=54142"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}