Crossword Genius

Where boxer retires in disgrace? (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

doghouse

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'disgrace?' is the definition.
(as in being 'in the doghouse')

'where boxer retires' is the wordplay.
I cannot really see how this works, but
'boxer' could be 'dog' (I've seen this in another clue) and 'dog' is found in the answer.
The remaining letters 'house' is a valid word which might be clued in a way I don't see.
This explanation may well be incorrect...

'in' is the link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for doghouse that I've seen before include "Location of disfavour - kennel" , "for a boxer to get into?" , "disgraceful environment" , "where one is in disgrace?" , "Kennel (US)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app