Which lives longer, the Boxer or the French Bulldog?

The Boxer has the longer median lifespan: Boxer 11.3 years versus French Bulldog 9.8 years (McMillan 2024).

Which is healthier, the Boxer or the French Bulldog?

On the Breed Health Score the Boxer scores 47/100 and the French Bulldog scores 38/100. The Boxer scores higher.

Boxer vs French Bulldog

The Boxer has a median lifespan of 11.3 years and a Breed Health Score of 47/100 (grade D); the French Bulldog lives a median of 9.8 years with a score of 38/100 (grade D). On the overall index the Boxer scores higher. The Boxer has the longer median lifespan.

Boxer

47grade D

French Bulldog

38grade D

Median lifespan

11.3 yr

9.8 yr

Size

large · 25-32 kg

small · 8-14 kg

Flat-faced

Yes

Longevity

Conformation

Hereditary burden

Health Score

47D

38D

Conditions

ARVC (cardiomyopathy)Aortic stenosis Mast cell tumours BOAS Degenerative myelopathy

BOAS IVDD Skin fold dermatitis Cherry eye Hemivertebrae

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How to read this. The Breed Health Score combines longevity (65%), conformation (20%) and hereditary burden (15%); see the methodology. Median lifespan is from McMillan, K.M. et al. (2024) "Longevity of companion dog breeds", Scientific Reports (584,734 UK dogs). Data CC-BY 4.0. These are independent estimates for comparing breeds, not veterinary advice. Build your own with the interactive compare tool.