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Getting to Know the Boston Terrier


The Boston Terrier is a lively, highly intelligent, smooth coated, short-headed, compactly built, short-tailed, well balanced dog, brindle, seal or black in color and evenly marked with white. The head is in proportion to the size of the dog and the expre
Average Height
15 to 17 inches; up to 25 pounds.
Average Weight
NA
Personality
The Boston Terrier is a lively, highly intelligent, smooth coated, short-headed, compactly built, short-tailed, well balanced dog, brindle, seal or black in color and evenly marked with white. The head is in proportion to the size of the dog and the expre
Children
Yes, the Boston Terrier is great with kids
Trainability
Rub down the Boston Terrier with a damp towel several times a week. Bathe only when necessary. Check ears and eyes regularly. Trim nails from time to time. The Boston Terrier is easy to house train. A Boston Terrier learns well if the owner spends time wi
Friendliness
The Boston Terrier is intelligent, enthusiastic, affectionate and playful
Temperment
This breed gets along well with other pets, dogs, and children
Care
Rub down the Boston Terrier with a damp towel several times a week. Bathe only when necessary. Check ears and eyes regularly. Trim nails from time to time. The Boston Terrier is easy to house train. A Boston Terrier learns well if the owner spends time wi
Combativeness
Other Pets
Yes
Group
Non-Sporting
Country of Origin
England/United States
Coat
Short and smooth
Color
Brindle, seal or black with white markings
Lifespan
11 to 13 years
Activity Level
High
Health
Juvenile cataracts. Breathing difficulties because of their short face. Whelping is often difficult due to the large head and puppies are often delivered by C-section.



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