Sam
- SexMale
- ColorBrindle
- Age9 weeks
$700Available
Boxer Puppies for Sale in Colorado
Boxer puppies, and Boxer life, across Colorado.
Colorado draws people who want to spend their weekends outside, and a Boxer is happy to come along. The Front Range cities sit at about a mile high, with dry air, strong sun and real seasons, and the foothills start right at the edge of town. A Boxer loves trail life, but its short muzzle and short coat mean you need to think about altitude, summer sun and winter cold in ways that owners of other breeds may not.
We raise our Boxer puppies in Macedonia, Ohio. Wherever you are in Colorado, Denver, Colorado Springs or Fort Collins, a puppy can reach you by ground delivery or with a flight nanny, or you can pick it up in person. Before leaving, every puppy has a vet visit, and it comes with the same starter kit, health record and 1-year written guarantee whether it goes to Fort Collins or Denver.
Colorado at a Glance
- From Macedonia to Denverabout 1,350 miles
- Drive, roughly20 hours
- Getting homePickup, ground or flight nanny
- Goes home at9 weeks
- Health guarantee1-year
Getting Your Boxer Puppy Home to Colorado
Denver is about 1,350 miles from us in Macedonia, Ohio. Whether you are in Colorado Springs or out past Boulder, the choice is yours: pick up in Macedonia, let a pet transport service drive your puppy to the door, or book a flight nanny who flies with it in the cabin. How puppies get home.
From Denver to Boulder
Denver
Denver has a lot of apartments and condos, and many buildings cap pet weight, so a growing Boxer can push you past the limit. Older neighborhoods like Park Hill and Washington Park have bungalows with fenced yards. Wash Park itself is busy with leashed dogs every morning. For off-leash running, the dog areas at Cherry Creek State Park and Chatfield State Park are the largest in the metro, with water to splash in (state park pass required).
Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs sits a little higher than Denver, near the foot of Pikes Peak, and the air is thinner still. Bear Creek Dog Park is a big off-leash park along the creek, only partly fenced, so work on recall first. Garden of the Gods welcomes leashed dogs on its paths between the red rocks, with one unfenced off-leash field. Many families live in suburbs with fenced yards on the north and east sides, which makes daily play easy.
Fort Collins
Fort Collins is a college town with a relaxed, outdoor feel and plenty of dog owners. The city runs several fenced dog parks, including Spring Canyon Dog Park near the foothills and Fossil Creek Dog Park in the south. The Poudre River Trail gives you long, mostly flat miles along the river for leashed walks. Rentals around campus can be strict about large dogs, so a house with a yard farther out may be easier.
Boulder
Few towns take dogs and trails as seriously as Boulder. The city's open space and mountain parks have their own system for off-leash hiking on certain trails, and seasonal leash rules on others, so learn how it works before you let a young Boxer loose. The Boulder Creek Path is an easy, paved walk through town. Housing is tight and expensive, and small yards are common, so the trails become a Boxer's backyard.
What Colorado Throws at a Short-Nosed Dog
Altitude and strong sun
At a mile high and above, the air holds less oxygen and less moisture, and a short-nosed Boxer works harder for every breath. The sun is also stronger, and many Front Range trails have little shade. Start with short hikes and build up slowly, carry more water than you think you need, and turn back early on warm days. A Boxer that falls behind, pants hard or looks for shade under every bush is telling you to stop.
Cheatgrass awns
Cheatgrass grows along many Front Range trails and open spaces, and by early summer its seed heads dry into sharp, barbed awns. They catch in ears, noses, eyes and between toes, and they can work their way under the skin. After every walk through dry grass, check your Boxer's paws, ears and face. Head shaking, pawing at an ear, sudden sneezing or a new limp all mean a trip to the vet.
Rattlesnakes on the trail
Prairie rattlesnakes live along the Front Range, including on open space trails near Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins and Colorado Springs. They are most active from spring through fall, often sunning on rocks or trail edges in the morning. A curious Boxer that pokes its nose into tall grass or rock piles is at risk. Keep your dog on a leash and on the trail, listen for the rattle, and get to a vet quickly if your dog is bitten.
Living With a Boxer in Colorado
Colorado weather swings fast, and a Boxer's routine has to swing with it. Summer days are hot and bright but cool off quickly after sunset, so evening walks are a pleasure. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in the mountains, which is another reason to hike early. Winter on the Front Range brings snow followed by sunny, melting days, but a short coat still needs a jacket on cold mornings and when the wind picks up. Boxers need real exercise every day, and Colorado makes that easy with trails, dog parks and open space close to most homes. Dry air can leave a Boxer thirsty and its skin a little flaky, so keep fresh water out at all times. Expect drool, light shedding and a bouncy dog that may knock small children over until it matures. Boxers also need company, so if you work long hours, plan for a walker or a friend to break up the day.
How Pricing Works for Colorado Families
Every puppy's price is on its card, and the price page lists everything included. Delivery to Colorado is priced by method and distance; tell us your town for a quote.
Questions We Hear From Colorado
Does altitude affect a Boxer in Colorado?
It can. A short-nosed breed already works harder to breathe, and thin, dry mountain air adds to that, especially on hikes well above the Front Range cities. Most Boxers adjust to life at a mile high, but go slowly on long climbs, rest often and bring plenty of water. Signs of trouble include heavy panting, lagging behind and gums that look pale, dark red or bluish.
Can my Boxer hike with me in Colorado?
Yes, on many trails. Colorado state parks, national forests and city open space generally allow leashed dogs, though most national parks keep dogs off their trails, and Rocky Mountain National Park is one of them. Build your Boxer's stamina slowly while it is young, avoid midday heat, and check for cheatgrass awns and ticks after every hike.
Can I drive from Denver to Macedonia to pick up my puppy?
Denver is about 1,350 miles and roughly 20 hours of driving from Macedonia, so few families make the trip by car. A flight nanny flies with your puppy in the cabin and meets you at the airport instead.
More answers on our questions and answers page, and our Arizona page covers Boxer life in Arizona.
In Colorado and Thinking About a Boxer?
Whether you are in Denver, Colorado Springs or somewhere in between, tell us about your home and we will help you choose.