boxer life expectancy?

[fordraceing_]

just wondering whats the adv life span of a boxer?

 

[kayboxer]

I think most articles I've read is around 9 yrs. Although, I know several people who have had an 11 or 12 yr old boxer.

 

[Austin's Mom]

I think a lot has to do with the bloodline. Reputable breeder or byb. And of course a little bit of luck!

 

[TossBranAbi]

not long enough...

Tossie was almost 13 when she left us but there are boxers on here that are older than that I believe. Sophie is one I am thinking of, if she isn't that old she is close. I believe it has to do with bloodlines and how they are taken care of such as good food and such. I also believe vaccinations have a large deal to do with it too, but that would be with any dog, not just boxers.

 

[Franko]

Vacc's as a good thing or a bad thing? Just wondering?

 

[gmacleod]

As a very broad generalisation, 8-10 years seems to be the average life span stated in Nth America, 10-12 years in Europe and elsewhere. I don't think either statement is actually based on stats though - just on generalisation (so may or may not be accurate averages).

Certainly there are many examples in any location of dogs dying younger, or living longer.

 

[TossBranAbi]

Vacc's as a good thing or a bad thing? Just wondering?

DO a search for Jean Dodds and there is a good book on amazon called "Stop the Shots" by John Clifton. Vaccinating is something you will have to research and form your own opinion on.

 

[elvis_baby]

Its sad their average life is not that long, Our last boxer lived i think it was 13, but hear most are around 10!

 

[jimseabee]

It is not long enough for me!

 

[dafzichu]

In our family, we count everyday over 9 years old as a huge blessing!