Famous Boxers There is no doubt that in boxing it is all about personality. Of course, it sometimes happens that the main characters are not in the ring, but in the shadows of the spotlight. Until now, promoters in their offices decide the fate of fights. Nevertheless, there is a series of boxing champions who have gone down in the history of this sport.
These are real personalities who fought legendary fights and achieved their fame in battles with really strong opponents. Today, aspiring boxers look up to these idols, dreaming of winning at least a share of their fame.
JOSEPH WILLIAM "JOE" FRASER
Joe Frazier
American professional boxer who competed in the heavy weight category. Olympic champion 1964. World heavyweight champion (WBC version, 1970-1973; WBA version, 1970-1973). Many reputable sports publications recognize him as one of the greatest boxers of all time, along with Muhammad Ali.
For a long time, there was no one on Joe's path who could beat him. Only Buster Mathis managed to do this. That victory gave him the right to go to the Tokyo Olympics in 1964. But a hand injury prevented Mathis, and in the end it was Fraser who represented the USA.
He became an Olympic champion, defeating the German Huber in the final. Since 1965, Fraser has been performing as a professional. His boxing style is quite tough; his signature blow is the left hook. In his first 11 fights, Fraser won, but in September 1966, the unyielding Oscar Bonavena stood in his way. During the round, this Argentine knocked Fraser down twice, but he managed to turn the tide of the fight and win. By the end of 1967, Frazier had an impressive 19 wins from 19 fights.
When Muhammad Ali was stripped of his title, the WBA fell into chaos over the determination of the champion. As a result, a special New York State tournament was held. Fraser was able to knock out his old friend Mathis and take the prestigious title. In 1968-1970, Joe repeatedly defended his status, and in 1970 he became the absolute world champion.
When Muhammad Ali's suspension was lifted in the summer of that year, it became unclear who should be considered number one in boxing? By the end of that year, Ali had won several fights and won the right to fight Frazier for the title of absolute champion. That fight caused a lot of excitement. Each boxer was promised $2.5 million for participation.
The 15-round fight took place on March 8, 1971 at Madison Square Garden. In that fight, Joe Frazier managed to inflict the first defeat in his career on Muhammad Ali. This decision was made unanimously by the judges. A year and a half later, Frazier was defeated by George Foreman in Jamaica and his career began to decline. Attempts to regain the championship title were not successful; in 1976, Fraser left boxing. By that time, he had lost to Ali twice and again to Foreman. Frazier tried to return to the ring in 1981, but it ended in failure. In 2011, the legendary boxer died of liver cancer.
Advertising genius
The brash young man knew how to work on camera and boasted that he was not only the greatest fighter, but also the most handsome. This incredibly irritated his opponents and delighted his fans even more. The tendency to turn every fight into a show was reflected in the fact that Cassius could predict with unerring accuracy the round in which his opponent would be defeated, and he did this in verse. Modern rap artists might envy his lines: “They all fall in the round that I call.”
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Despite the fact that Clay breathed new life into a sport that had fallen on hard times, the trade press was not convinced of his readiness to dethrone heavyweight champion Sonny Liston from the pedestal. Before the fight on February 25, 1964 in Miami Beach, 43 of 46 journalists confidently predicted Liston's victory. Underdog Clay, who had odds of seven to one, stunned the boxing world when a white towel flew out of Liston's corner before the seventh round. The official cause was a shoulder injury. Then Cassius shouted one of his catchphrases to the journalists from the ring: “I am the king of the world.”
MUHAMMED ALI
Muhammad Ali
American professional boxer who competed in the heavy weight category; one of the most famous and recognizable boxers in the history of world boxing. Champion of the XVII Summer Olympic Games in 1960 in the light heavyweight category, absolute world champion in heavyweight (1964-1966, 1974-1978).
Winner of the title “Boxer of the Year” (five times - 1963, 1972, 1974, 1975, 1978) and “Boxer of the Decade” (1970s) according to The Ring magazine; The second boxer in history to be awarded Sportsman of the Year by Sports Illustrated (1974), he was recognized as the Athlete of the Century by several sports publications. At the end of his career, he was inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame (1987) and the International Boxing Hall of Fame (1990). A bright speaker.
Muhammad Ali had the ideal physique of an athlete, he had a flexible mind and excellent intuition. But that was preceded by hard work. The younger brother threw stones at Cassius, honing his reaction. The then timid teenager began training with police officer Joe Martin.
For the sake of his love for sports, the athlete ignored problems with his blood pressure. In 1959, the promising boxer easily qualified for the US Olympic team. Cassius Clay easily won the 1960 Olympics, competing as a light heavyweight. From 1964 to 1974, Ali was a multiple world heavyweight boxing champion. For 20 years he was the king of the ring. With a height of 192 cm, the boxer weighed about 97 kg, he was very mobile. It is no coincidence that Ali owns the phrase: “I flutter like a butterfly, I sting like a bee.”
In total, the legend had 25 title or qualifying fights, which is second only to Joe Louis. In total, Ali suffered 5 defeats in the ring, the first of which was in the championship fight with Joe Frazier in 1971.
One of Muhammad Ali's greatest fights took place on October 30, 1974 in Kinshasa. He was up against current champion George Foreman. Muhammad Ali led the entire fight, and in the 8th round he punched his opponent. The powerful champion collapsed onto the platform. But he was a legendary fighter who managed to beat many strong opponents and achieve the title of champion! One can imagine the strength of Muhammad Ali.
In the early 80s, the great boxer ended his career, losing 3 of his last 4 fights. In total, he had 56 fights in the professional ring, winning 51 of them, 37 by knockout. Unfortunately, at the age of less than 40, the athlete was struck by Parkinson's disease. Throughout his life, the boxer also fought for the rights of blacks and for peace, and protested against the Vietnam War.
Features of boxer care
The German Boxer is a very active dog, so a sedentary lifestyle can negatively affect his health. It is necessary to devote enough time to walks with the dog and active games.
Boxer owners also need to monitor the condition of their pet’s eyes, remove dust, tears and prevent redness of the eyes. Additionally, you should pay attention to ear hygiene. A quarter of all representatives of this breed may suffer from partial or complete deafness.
The average life expectancy of a German boxer is 12 years. However, representatives of the breed survive to such a respectable age only with proper care and attention from their owners.
From an early age, owners need to determine whether the dog is allergic to any foods or has a tendency to catch colds. Having studied all the individual characteristics of a particular dog, its owners will be able to take care of the correct diet and create comfortable conditions for the dog’s life.
ROCKY MARCIANO
Rocky Marciano
American professional boxer, world heavyweight champion from September 23, 1952 to November 30, 1956. This boxer was born in 1923 in Massachusetts into the family of a disabled Italian. From childhood, Rocky grew up to be a brave boy. But to earn a living he had to work from a young age. He cleared the streets of snow, washed dishes, laid pipes, and dug the ground.
The developed teenager was noticed by boxing coach Gene Caggiano. But in 1943, Rocky was drafted into the army. While serving in the navy, he fought for money in pubs while on leave, developing his fist skills. Marciano was agile, sharp and decisive. His blows were accurate and strong. It was like a bulldog who was ready to fight to the last drop of blood.
Both in his personal and everyday life, Rocky Marciano was quite modest. He eschewed luxury, devoting a lot of time to his family. But behind these hid a man with incredible willpower. In total, Rocky had 49 professional fights, without losing even one. The debut took place in 1947.
In 1951, Marciano met the legendary Joe Louis. The aged champion resigned his powers to a young, assertive competitor. In 1952, Marciano was knocked down for the first time in a fight against another champion, Jersey Joe Walcott, but was able to get up and knock out his opponent in the 13th round.
Victories were not easy for Marciano; he often left the ring with a bloodied and disfigured face. But 83% of his fights ended early, by knockout. Rocky was one of the first to practice his punches in the water. Marciano's preparation for the fight was carried out at the highest level of professionalism.
The undefeated champion's last fight took place in 1956; his career was ended due to back problems. And in 1969, Rocky Marciano died tragically in a plane crash. It is believed that it was he who served as the prototype for Rocky Balboa, the protagonist of the Rocky film series that made Sylvester Stallone famous.
Character of dogs of the German Boxer breed
Photos of a German boxer evoke only the most positive emotions - this dog does not look menacing and intimidating, but rather, on the contrary, is endearing. In this case, appearances are not deceiving; boxers are cheerful, cheerful, playful dogs.
When choosing a dog, primarily assessing its protective qualities, people often compare breeds such as the German Shepherd, German Boxer and Cane Corso. However, of these breeds, the German boxer can be considered the most “family-friendly”. They easily find a common language with people and especially with children.
Of course, in order for a dog to show all its best qualities, its owners need to take education and training seriously.
Boxers can live comfortably under the same roof with other dogs and even cats. At the same time, representatives of this breed perfectly demonstrate their protective qualities, clearly understanding which of the people and animals is a member of the family, and which should be feared.
GEORGE FOREMAN
George Foreman
American professional boxer who competed in the heavy weight category. Olympic champion 1968. World heavyweight champion (WBC version, 1973-1974; WBA version, 1973-1974 and 1994; IBF version, 1994-1995) weight category.
This legendary boxer had a long and glorious career, during which he fought 81 fights, losing only 5 of them. The future champion was born in 1949 in Texas. Foreman began boxing at a school for troubled teenagers. At the age of 19, Foreman performed successfully at the Olympics, winning gold there. The road to becoming a professional was open.
In 1969, in just six months of performances, Foreman managed to win 13 victories. He stood tall at 195cm and had strong hands, making him a tough fighter. The rising star meets champion Joe Frazier on January 2, 1973.
He was able to hold out for only 4.5 minutes, during which time he was knocked down 7 times. Frazier gave up his title only on October 30, 1974, when he lost to Muhammad Ali. After that fight, George felt a connection with God. The second call came after his 1977 loss to Jimmy Young. Foreman left sports and became a preacher. He built a church and collected donations. 10 years outside of boxing changed the athlete, but in 1987 he said that he dreams of returning.
Foreman was going to become a champion again. After a year of training, the boxer regained his shape. Foreman won 24 fights in a row, all by knockout.
In April 1991, he lost to Evander Holyfield only on points, never becoming the undisputed champion. But soon Foreman received the WBA belt for his victory over Michael Moorer in 1994. The boxer finally left the sport in 1997. Currently, Foreman has returned to his previous activities - he gives sermons and helps the disadvantaged.
Appearance of the German Boxer breed
German boxers have a so-called square figure - the ratio of height and body length is the same. They are not prone to excess weight and have an athletic build.
The characteristics of the German Boxer breed also include the following external features:
- upturned nose
- high ears
- protruded lower jaw
- short hair
- dark “mask” on the muzzle (necessarily in the eyes, but not necessarily around the nose)
Males are usually much larger, their height reaches up to 60 cm at the withers. An adult can weigh up to 35 kg.
JOE LOUIS
Joe Louis
Legendary American professional boxer, world heavyweight champion. The boxer was born into a poor family in 1914. His father picked cotton in Alabama, but in 1924 the family moved to Detroit. Here the future athlete got a job with his father at the Ford plant. Joe's mother loved him very much and raised money for him to study music. But he took all his savings to the boxing club. What motivated Joe is unclear, because he was not a fighter.
An experienced tall fighter was released against a newcomer to the club. He began to beat Louis, but suddenly Joe sent his offender to the floor with a counter blow. Soon there were no equals to the young boxer in the rather large Detroit. The promising athlete was noticed by coach Jack Blackburn, who promised to pull Louis out of the ghetto and make him a professional.
At the age of 22, Joe began his career in the big ring. He literally broke into the elite. Louis, known as the "Brown Corporal", won his first 27 fights, 24 of them by knockout. The coach selected opponents for him, gradually increasing their level. However, Louis swept both experienced boxers and ex-champions out of the ring.
Before the outbreak of World War II, Joe defended his title of absolute champion 25 times. Equal opponents never appeared, and the fees for fights with a decided outcome became less and less. In 1948, Louis decided to retire from the sport.
A year later, the undefeated champion was returned to the ring - a new generation of fighters had grown up. Louis lost his first fight to Ezzard Charles, and a brutal defeat from Marciano in 1951 finally put an end to it. At that time, the great boxer's fortune was a fantastic 4.5 million dollars.
But Louis quickly squandered that capital. At the end of his life, the former boxer worked as a gatekeeper at a Las Vegas casino. The legendary athlete died in this city in 1981.
Various boxing organizations and polls call Joe Louis the best puncher in history. He fought 27 fights for the championship, holding the title of the strongest boxer in the world for 11 years. Of his 70 fights, Louis won 66.
Features of the lifestyle
The German boxer's hyperactivity does not necessarily mean he is exposed to large areas. Dogs of this breed quickly adapt to any size apartment, although they like to sleep on a fairly spacious bed.
When choosing a place for your pet, it is important to take into account an important fact: boxers love to be constantly among people, so their house should not be located in a secluded corner.
It is worth thinking in advance about maintaining warmth around the dog, since the short hair of the Boxer is not able to protect him from the cold, so the animal must be protected from drafts and not walk outside for a long time at sub-zero temperatures. It's better to stock up on warm dog clothes.
MICHAEL TYSON
Michael Tyson
American professional boxer who competed in the heavy weight category; one of the most famous and recognizable boxers in the history of world boxing. Olympic champion among juniors in the first heavyweight division (1982). Absolute world champion in the heavy weight category (1987-1990).
Champion according to WBC (1986-1990, 1996), WBA (1987-1990, 1996), IBF (1987-1990), The Ring (1988-1990). Lineal champion (1988-1990). “The most promising boxer” of 1985 according to Ring magazine. The best boxer, regardless of weight category (1987-1989) according to Ring magazine.
“Boxer of the Year” according to Ring magazine (1986, 1988). "Boxer of the Year" according to the BWAA (1986,1988). BBC Sports Personality of the Year (1989) BBC Foreign Sportsman of the Year (1989). Best athlete abroad (1987-1989) according to the BBC.
Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame (2011), the World Boxing Hall of Fame (2010), the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame (2013), and the WWE Hall of Fame (2012). At the 49th annual WBC convention in Las Vegas, Michael Tyson was inscribed in the Guinness Book of World Records and in a solemn ceremony received two certificates: for the largest number of fastest knockouts and for becoming the youngest world heavyweight champion.
Tyson was born in 1966 in New York. His father had separated from his mother by that time. In the future, Michael took his mother’s surname. The family lived in Brooklyn, in a poor neighborhood. The young guy grew up big and tough, but at first his voice was high and lisping. Mike had to fight a lot to teach his offenders a lesson.
Soon everyone in Brownsville knew this unyielding black guy. When he was furious, he could knock down an adult with his blows. Over time, Michael became involved in many dubious stories - thefts, attacks, robberies. To correct the troubled teenager, the authorities sent him to a boys' school on the outskirts of the state. Here Tyson had a happy meeting with coach Bobby Stewart. He himself was once a professional and managed to teach the young guy the basics of boxing.
In 1980, Stewart brought his ward to New York to show that manager D'Amato. The coach entered the ring with his ward, and soon it became clear to everyone that Tyson would be the new world champion. Michael entered the professional ring for the first time on March 5, 1985. In total, the boxer fought 15 fights that year, winning all by knockout. Tyson managed to become the youngest world champion, winning this title at the age of 20. At the age of 21, Michael managed to become the youngest absolute world champion. Failures in his personal life inevitably affected the career of “Iron Michael” .
He was arrested for assault and rape, and in 1992, Tyson went to prison. The return to the ring in 1995 was not triumphant. Moreover, in the match against Holyfield, the boxer also managed to cause a scandal by biting off a piece of his opponent’s ear. The champion's last fight took place in 2005, after a defeat from the little-known Kevin McBride, Tyson decided not to disgrace himself and leave the sport. Today Tyson acts in films, he has 3 convictions, 3 marriages and 8 children. The talented boxer quickly climbed to the top of success, but also quickly squandered his gift.
Interesting color
The coat of Boxer dogs is smooth and iridescent in the sun, short, dense and hard. There are two types of coat color:
- Ginger;
- Brindle.
The red coat color includes shades of light yellow, orange, red and brown. The most popular “golden mean” is a bright red color.
Boxers of another type have a tiger color: on light and red fur there are dark or black stripes along the ribs of the animal.
The stripes are noticeably different from the main color and have clear contours. Small white markings are also normal for the German breed.
Boxers of other colors - white, gray, black - are not actually representatives of the noble German breed.
MAX SCHMEELING
Max Schmeling
German professional boxer who competed in the heavy weight category. The first (and until 2007 only) German world heavyweight champion (1930-1932). “Boxer of the Year” according to Ring magazine (1930). After completing his boxing career, he worked as a sports judge for several years.
This boxer lived a glorious and long life. He was born in 1905 in Germany. Schmeling made his first fight in the professional ring at the age of 19. At the age of 21, he became the German lightweight champion, in 1927 he won the continental championship, and the very next year Max had no equal in his country in the heavyweight division.
In 1930, Schmeling defeated the American Sharkey in New York, winning the world title. The title was soon lost due to a questionable decision by the judges. But in 1936, the German again became champion, defeating the young talent Joe Louis. But the bets on the American’s victory were 10 against 1. At that moment, the Aryan athlete becomes the pride of Nazi propaganda. They call him the ideal German, the white man defeated the black man. Hitler saw the rematch with Lewis in 1938 in New York as an opportunity to prove to the world the superiority of his nation.
70 thousand spectators gathered at the stadium, Max himself was perceived as nothing less than a Nazi, insulting him and throwing garbage at him.
Schmeling lost crushingly in the first round; for millions, that victory became a symbol of the defeat of fascism. In Germany they tried not to remember the name of their former favorite. An angry Hitler, having learned that the boxer also supported the Jews, sent his former favorite to the front. Schmeling managed to survive the meat grinder of World War II. After her, he went into business and even helped his former rival Louis financially. Throughout his life, the boxer was a model of decency and respect for opponents. His compatriots loved Schmelling for his beautiful victories in the ring. In total, Max had 70 fights, of which he won 56, and the boxer died at the age of 99.
Breed standard
You can familiarize yourself with the external features that purebred dogs should have in the following table.
Exterior
| Body part | Description |
| Head | It has the shape of a cube with a small bulge on top. Dimensions are proportional to the body |
| Muzzle | Massive, with a flattened upturned nose, the lower jaw protrudes slightly |
| Torso | The muscles are well developed, the skeleton is strong, the body is square-shaped, the dorsum is straight and short, the sternum is deep |
| Front legs | They have a wide stance, with massive forearms, elbows pressed to the body |
| Hind legs | With a wide stance, muscular thighs, straight, parallel to each other |
| Tail | It is low-slung, which is how nature designed it. |
| Ears | Located at the highest point of the skull. If the dog is calm, they hang forward; when excited, they rise upright |
| Eyes | Small in size, dark, convex |
| Coat | Shiny, short, hard |
Good to know. The standard for this breed is updated regularly. Not so long ago, dogs had to have cropped ears and tails. Today in European countries this procedure is prohibited.
LENNOX LEWIS
Lennox Lewis
Canadian and British professional boxer who competed in the heavy weight category. Champion of the XXIV Olympic Games in the weight category over 91 kg (as part of the Canadian team). North American amateur champion in the over 91 kg category (1987). Absolute world heavyweight champion among professionals (1999).
World champion in the heavy weight category according to WBC (1993-1994, 1997-2001 and 2001-2003), IBF (1999-2001 and 2001-2002), WBA (1999). Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame, the World Boxing Hall of Fame, and the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame.
The athlete was born in London in 1965. At the age of 12, Lennox and his family moved to Canada. Lewis grew up quite athletic as a child, playing football , volleyball , basketball and boxing. He had offers to continue competing for college in gaming disciplines, but Lennox chose amateur boxing.
Already at the age of 17, he managed to become the world champion among juniors. At the age of 18, the young boxer competed at the Olympics in Los Angeles, representing Canada. He lacked experience, and Lewis only reached the quarterfinals. Even then, the promising fighter began to be invited to become a professional. But Lewis himself dreamed of becoming an Olympic champion, which he succeeded in 4 years.
In the final, American Riddick Bowie was knocked out in the second round. Lewis's professional career began in 1989. He becomes the heavyweight champion of England, then wins the European championship. On October 31, 1992 in London, Lewis defeated the dangerous Razor Ruddock in just 2 rounds, and 2 months later the Briton became the WBC world champion.
In September 1994, Lennox lost his title, but in early 1997 he managed to regain his title, becoming the first Briton to do so.
Then there were impressive victories over Andrew Golota, Shannon Briggs, Zeiko Mavrovik. In 1999, an interesting fight took place with Evander Holyfield for holding the champion title in three versions at once. The fight was watched by 150 million television viewers. Then a draw was recorded, the re-match brought the title of absolute champion to Lennox Lewis.
Then there were victories over Hasim Rahman, Michael Tyson, Vitali Klitschko. After a dubious victory over the Ukrainian, the Englishman announced the end of his career. In total, Lewis fought 44 fights, winning 41 of them. The boxer entered the elite club of those heavyweight champions who sooner or later beat all their opponents. The Englishman walked away undefeated, holding the championship title.
Training dogs of the German Boxer breed
It is believed that German Boxers develop their character and behavior before the age of 18 months. From this moment on, the dog is considered an adult. It is necessary to train a puppy from 3 months.
The beginning of training sessions is carried out in a playful way, using the method of reward. German boxers are easy to train and remember a command after only three repetitions.
SUGAR RAY ROBINSON
Sugar Ray Robinson
American professional boxer who competed in the lightweight, junior welterweight, welterweight, junior middleweight, middleweight, junior middleweight, and light heavyweight categories. World champion in welterweight (1946-1950) and middleweight (1951, 1951-1952, 1955-1957, 1957 and 1958-1960) weight categories. The best boxer of all time, regardless of weight category, according to Ring magazine (2002).
This American athlete was born in 1921 in the town of Ailey, Georgia, under the name Walker Smith Jr. The boy was the third child in the family; his father had to work hard and a lot. After his parents' divorce, Walker ended up with his mother in New York, in the Harlem area.
Studying at school did not work out, and the teenager decided to devote all his energy to boxing. The young fighter was once called by his coach as sweet as sugar. This is how the first part of his nickname appeared. And to participate in underground battles, he borrowed the name and card of his friend, Ray Robinson. This is how the young boxer got his nickname, which would soon become famous. As a featherweight, the athlete won all of his 90 fights, receiving the Golden Gloves award.
Since 1940, Sugar Ray Robinson has turned professional. He literally blew up the boxing world with his appearance. In 1946, the young athlete became the world champion in the second welterweight. In 1951, he won the middleweight title. As a champion, Robinson retired from the sport in 1952, losing only 3 fights. However, boxing did not let him go so easily.
The return to the sport took place in 1955 and turned out to be triumphant. Sugar Ray Robinson became the first boxer to regain his championship title after officially retiring from his career. In 1958, the boxer again became the middleweight champion. However, in 1960 the belt was lost to Paul Pender.
Sugar Ray Robinson is considered one of the greatest boxers of all time. He stood out from the crowd with his somehow ideal appearance. The boxer's face is without scars or grins, his hair is carefully pomaded. The speed and accuracy of Robinson's strikes, the quick transition from defense to attack, confused the enemy.
After finishing his career, the great boxer tried to prove himself in the entertainment industry and business. But the athlete never succeeded anywhere outside the ring. Robinson suffered from Alzheimer's disease in his final years, dying in poverty in 1989.
History of the appearance of the German Boxer dog breed
It is believed that German boxers appeared as a result of crossing the well-known English bulldogs and Bullenbeissers (a breed that no longer exists). The year of breeding is called 1850, but the official year of the breed’s appearance is considered to be 1895 and the moment when German bulldogs were presented at an exhibition in Munich.
The name for the breed was not chosen by chance. These dogs were called “boxers” because they use their front paws more in defense.
HENRY ARMSTRONG
Henry Armstrong
American professional boxer and world boxing champion, who is known as Henry Armstrong. Considered one of the greatest boxers of all time by many critics and fellow professionals.
The world boxing legend was born in 1912 in Columbus, Mississippi. At birth he received the surname Jackson. He entered the history of world boxing as the holder of three simultaneous champion titles in different weight categories. At the age of 17, Armstrong began participating in amateur fights, and the transition to professionals took place in 1933. At that time, the boxer had won 58 of his 62 fights. In 1937, Armstrong became the featherweight champion by knocking out Sarron.
A year later, multiple champion Barney Ross in the second welterweight division was defeated. 10 weeks after that victory, Lou Ambers won the lightweight belt. In 1937-1938, Armstrong eventually won 46 fights in a row, 7 of them title fights.
Boxer managers agreed to fight with any opponents, they said that bets on Armstrong at that moment were the most correct. At that time, boxing glory belonged entirely to Joe Louis, which is why Armstrong and his managers decided to collect three titles in their hands at the same time.
According to the rules of the American Boxing Association, an athlete had to vacate the title if he became a champion in a different weight. Therefore, Armstrong gave up his titles without a fight. In total, during his professional career, the boxer fought 174 fights, scoring 145 victories. He was nicknamed “perpetual motion machine” and “California comet” for his speed and strength.
Hank the Hurricane was a machine that punched nonstop, more rhythmically than purposefully.
In 1945, Armstrong retired from sports, deciding to become a preacher. Since 1951, the athlete became a Baptist priest, starting to work with the poor. The famous champion died in 1988.
Puppies
To get a good pet you need to choose the right young dog, so what criteria should a boxer meet?
Choosing a puppy
Before making the final choice in favor of this or that animal, you need to pay attention to what the dog looks like, it should be healthy and playful. Conscientious owners will be happy to talk about the bitch and all available offspring with detailed characteristics of the puppies. Who has what behavior, habits, taste preferences.
Dogs from a kennel, as a rule, have already been examined by a veterinarian, but a potential owner should not be lazy and look into their ears and eyes themselves. Any discharge or damage may indicate the health of the dog. The dog's coat should be shiny and smooth, and there should be no stiffness in its movements. Animals at such a young age have a playful character and a good appetite. A sleepy state often occurs after feeding. If possible, you should wait a little longer to reduce the risk of illness if the puppy appears lethargic.
Price
The cost of a Boxer will be influenced by the place where the puppy was purchased, as well as the further use of the dog:
- You can purchase a pet from private individuals for 5,000 – 8,000 rubles;
- kennels offer dogs that are not suitable for breeding for 10,000 - 20,000 rubles;
- nurseries that provide documents for puppies with titled parents will set a price of 60,000 or more.
Owner reviews
Most owners speak of their pets as wonderful companions, very smart and quick-witted. Boxers are highly trainable and listen to their owners. Dogs remain playful until very old age.
Among the most pressing problems that Boxer owners face are a number of diseases specific to this breed, as well as a large amount of drool.
In conclusion, we can say that Boxers are unique dogs that are excellent guard dogs, but at the same time they are distinguished by loyalty and friendliness. But before purchasing a boxer, the potential owner is advised to weigh the pros and cons. This breed of dog is recommended only for energetic people who can devote a lot of effort to training and walking their pet.
