The Boxer springs from a line of dogs known throughout the whole of Europe during the 16th century and is one of many descendents of the old fighting dog of the high valleys of Tibet.
The Boxer is cousin to practically all recognized breeds of the Bulldog type, all of which go back to basic Molossus blood.
Flemish tapestries of the 16th and 17th centuries depict scenes of stag and boar hunting, featuring ancestors of the Boxer.
The Boxer reached its greatest perfection and development in Germany.
Until dogfighting and bullbaiting were outlawed, the Boxer, like all dogs of his type, was used for this purpose.
The Boxer was one of the first breeds selected in Germany for police training.