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Draw the head
Draw a big round head, a little wider than it is tall. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Boxer Dog
This cartoon boxer dog is a round head, small folded ears, forehead wrinkles, eyes, a dark muzzle, a strong body, a white chest stripe, legs and a stubby tail. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 5 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 15 minutes Easy level Ages 5 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon boxer dog, step by step
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Add the small folded ears
On top of the head, draw two small ears that fold forward. Add three short wrinkle lines on the forehead.
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4Step 4 of 7
Draw the dark mask and muzzle
Draw a wide dark muzzle with a big black nose, a smile and droopy cheeks.
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5Step 5 of 7
Draw the body
Under the head, draw a strong body with a white stripe down the chest.
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Add the legs and white paws
Draw two arms and two feet with white paws, and a short stubby tail.
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Color your boxer dog
Fawn brown for the fur, dark brown for the muzzle mask, white for the chest stripe and paws, and black for the nose.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon boxer dog
1
Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Dark mask
Color the muzzle dark brown. Boxers have a dark mask.
3
Forehead wrinkles
Three short lines on the forehead give a boxer its look.
4
Stubby tail
Keep the tail very short.
5
Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
6
Make it your own
Once you finish your boxer dog, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon boxer dog in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon boxer dog easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
Why are they called boxers?
Boxers stand up and use their front paws to play, like a boxer.
Are boxer dogs friendly?
Yes. Boxers are playful, loyal and love their families.
What colors do I need for a cartoon boxer dog?
Fawn brown, dark brown, white and black.
Can I print the steps?
Yes. Right click or long press any step picture to save it, then print it and keep it next to you while you draw.
