Important health schemes and testsWe strongly recommend that all breeders, both assured breeders (ABs) and non ABs, use the following (or equivalent) schemes, tests and advice. Show
Find out about a particular dog's resultsPlease visit our Health Test Results Finder to discover the DNA or screening scheme test results for any dog on The Kennel Club's Breed Register. You can also view the inbreeding coefficient calculation for a puppy's parents, or for a dog you're thinking of breeding from. Health issues in flat-faced dogsDogs with a flat, wide shaped head, are said to be brachycephalic (brachy, meaning short and cephalic, meaning head). This particular skull shape will often give these dogs a characteristic flattened face and a short muzzle. Although the shape of these dogs’ heads can make them look very cute, dogs with a very flat face and short muzzle have a higher risk of developing certain health issues associated with their features. Some of these issues are outlined below, but for more information on the health and welfare of flat-faced dogs, visit our brachycephalic hub. Breathing difficultiesThe soft tissue in the nose and throat of some brachycephalic dogs may be excessive for the airways, making it difficult for them to breathe normally (causing heavy panting or noisy breathing). Some dogs may also have narrow nostrils making it even more difficult to breathe. More information can be found on:
Skin problemsSome brachycephalic dogs may have an excess of skin, which creates folds, especially around the front of the face. These folds can make a warm, moist environment which is perfect for bacteria and yeast to grow, possibly leading to infection and severe itching. More information can be found in our article on skin problems in flat-faced dogs. Teeth problemsDogs with a shortened skull will often have a shortened jaw, but the number and size of teeth will stay the same. This can mean that the teeth become overcrowded and can cause dental and gum problems. More information can be found on our advice page on how to take care of your dogs teeth. Eye conditionsSome brachycephalic dogs may have shallow eye sockets, causing their eyes to become more prominent and at a higher risk of trauma, ulcers and increasing the chance of them becoming dry and painful (due to not being able to blink properly). More information can be found in our article on eye problems in flat-faced dogs. Want to buy a puppy responsibly?Not all flat-faced dogs will have the health issues described, but it is important that if you are thinking of buying a puppy, that you take extra precautions. Have any questions about health in your breed?If you have any concerns about a particular health condition in your breed then you may wish to speak to your vet or you could contact your breed health co-ordinator. Breed health co-ordinators are individuals working on behalf of breed clubs and councils who are advocates for the health and welfare of their chosen breed. They acts as a spokesperson on matters of health and will collaborate with The Kennel Club on any health concerns the breed may have. To contact your breed health co-ordinator please email Yvonne Miller The Breed Health and Conservation PlansOur breed health and conservations plans (BHCPs) use evidence and data to help us understand the health issues found in each pedigree dog breed. These plans help breeders and owners identify health and welfare problems and use information, health tests and health schemes to avoid passing on those problems to future puppies. They also support and provide breeders with tools and specialist expertise to help manage genetic diversity, understand the impacts of close breeding, and find the best ways to preserve the population of their breed. Working together for the breedWe’ve worked with breed clubs and breed representatives to gather all available evidence to help us determine the priority concerns for the breed and decide how we can work together to manage and reduce these problems. Breed prioritiesThe current key priorities for the breed are:
How we plan to make improvementsWe’ve agreed the following list of actions with the breed clubs to improve the health of the breed. Both parties are committed to working on these areas and will review these on a regular basis to ensure the actions remain focussed and relevant to the breed’s health. Breed Club actions include:
Our actions include:
The full evidence base is available at the discretion of the breed clubs, however if you would like to seek access to the full report, please contact our health team. Health (The Kennel Club) How do I use this information?Breeders should be mindful of the top priorities in their breed and ensure they are working to reduce and eliminate the presence of these diseases when choosing to breed their dogs. Puppy buyers should also be aware of these issues and be sure to ask their breeder how they are contributing towards the above actions, and whether any of these problems have been seen in their breeding lines. How much is a black Boxer puppy?The Average Cost of a Boxer Puppy
What is this? A healthy Boxer puppy costs between $1,000 and $3,500 from a reputable breeder.
How rare is a black Boxer?No Such Thing as a Black Boxer Dog
These dogs are sometimes referred to as "reverse brindles," but that is actually a misnomer—they are really fawn colored with a large quantity of black stripes. The boxer dog breed does not carry the gene for a solid black coat; therefore, purebred black boxer dogs do not exist.
What is a mini Boxer?The Miniature Boxer is a hybrid mix of the Boston Terrier and the Boxer and, as such, can take on the breed appearance characteristics of one or both parent breeds.
Do black Boxers shed?The boxer's coat is short and sheds moderately. Some boxers are a rich, fawn color and others are brindle. Their face or mask is usually black, but many have white face markings and white on the chest and paws.
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