Boxer

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The Boxer

Boxers show their indefatigable enthusiasm for life with their muscled, wiggly bodies and by wagging their little stub of tail. The smooshed-in face with the turned-up nose is termed brachycephalic, which means they can have trouble breathing if exercised hard during hot, humid weather. The same is true in frigid temperatures. Always ready for play and affection, Boxers make good family dogs.

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