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(Boston Bull, Boston Bull Terrier) The Boston Terrier is a compact, stout, well-muscled mastiff breed. Their distinctive face features a short, broad muzzle and a pair of large, round, far-set eyes that are dark in color. Their ears are short and stand erect, and their nose is large and black in color. The Boston Terrier’s head is wide and flat, and the neck is slightly arched. The breed’s chest is proportionately broad, and the limbs are straight, sturdy, and well-muscled. The coat of the Boston Terrier is glossy, short-haired, and fine in texture. It exists in a number of colors including brindle & white, black & white, or brown & white.
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Official colors are brindle with white and black with white. Other colors aren't officially recognized by the AKC.
The AKC also recognizes these additional colors, red and white, chocolate and white, black and white, brindle and white, seal and white, fawn and white, cream and white, and honey and white. Also, not all Boston Terrier noses are black. Some are also red and brown. The AKC does not consider all of these colors show worthy but still recognizes the genes.
Originally, the Boston Terrier was bred to participate in dog fights. Since that time, the vast majority of the breed’s aggressive tendencies have been eliminated. The contemporary Boston Terrier is friendly, alert, and good-natured. They are full of character, energy, and enthusiasm, and they are highly intelligent and well-mannered. Because they are perceptive and sensitive to a person’s tone of voice, they like to learn and are a comparatively easy breed to train. They are independent and free-willed in certain situations. Boston Terriers only bark if they sense a threat, and for this reason, they make good watchdogs. They are very good with children, elderly people, and they are social with strangers. They like to feel like part of the family. Some male Boston Terriers may be dominant towards other male dogs. They get along with non-canine pets.
Because of their squat muzzle and short face, the Boston Terrier is susceptible to breathing problems in extreme weather conditions. This breed can become overheated if they are overly exerted or pushed too hard by their owner(s). This breed is likely to drool and snore. Boston Terrier puppies are often delivered by cesarean section because of their large-sized head. Their prominent eyes increase the likelihood for eye injuries. Some lines of this breed are especially prone to heart and skin tumors. Poorly bred Boston Terriers are susceptible to a bone defect in the skull that stunts brain growth and causes retardation. This breed typically lives for 15 or more years. They average 3 to 4 puppies per litter.
Because of the fast way this breed consumes food, it may tend to have a flatulence issue.
The Boston Terrier was originally bred in the United States for the purpose of participating in dog fights. The breed used to be much larger in size (up to 45 pounds). Original Boston Terriers were a cross between the English Bulldog and the English White Terrier (now extinct). In the mid-to-late 1800’s, coachmen employed by the wealthy people of Boston began to breed these dogs. Because of their profession, the coachmen had access to many of the fine specimens their wealthy employers owned. One of the English White Terrier and English Bulldog crosses led to the creation of a dog named “Hooper’s Judge”. Hooper’s Judge was bred down in size with a smaller female, and this process continued for two more litters. This offspring, interbred with one or more French Bulldogs, led to the creation of the foundation for the Boston Terrier. By 1889, the breed had become popular in the Boston area, and purveyors of this breed formed the American Bull Terrier Club. The Boston Terrier was given its name several years later, and was officially recognized by the AKC in 1893. Throughout the 20th century, a stronger emphasis was placed on physical appearance, coat color, and markings.
The glossy, short-haired coat of the Boston Terrier is easy to groom and care for. Regular brushing with a firm bristle brush and bathing only as necessary are sufficient methods of upkeep. The face and eyes of this breed should be wiped with a clean, moist cloth on a daily basis. Ears and eyes should be regularly checked. Nails should be kept trimmed. The Boston Terrier is an average shedder.
The Boston Terrier can live happily in a small household or apartment. They are comparatively inactive indoors and are content to live without a yard. They are sensitive to extreme climate fluctuations. Boston Terriers enjoy going for short, brisk walks and playing in fenced-in areas.
Although small, Boston terriers are high-energy dogs that love to run and play. They are happy to be a lap dog as well. Bostons should have a yard and a long walk or run-every day to keep healthy and happy. Most of all they just enjoy spending time with their owners.
Due to shortened snouts they do not fair well in extreme weather. They will push themselves beyond their limit and may become overheated.
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It could be any number of things causing the skin irritation… The cheapest way to handle this is to figure out if anything involving the dog has changed. (Changed Shampoo, Food, New Surroundings, New Toys) The cheapest way to handle it is to put him on
Mine does this too, but he is only 10 weeks. He is getting better with it, but it's a slow process. What I started to do is from day one, I got him a harness. He is in the harness all day long and I take it off at night. Step two is start to incorporate the leash part. Let him run around loose with it for a couple hours at home. After that, at least my pup is really good about having to go potty outside so every time i put the leash on him and just let him lead and get use to me holding it. This morning I finally got him to walk on the leash to the car. He usually wont walk more than 5 feet, but it's a start. Each time he starts to walk, just praise him and keep treats with you.
I've had BTs for 30 years, they can play hard and sleep hard. I wouldn't be too concerned about their sleeping after all he's a growing boy. Soon, he won't slow down until he reaches 2 years old. It sounds like he's a comfortable chap. They are quick learners and so easy to train. They love to please. I just wish I coule take mine too work. I'll just settle for a couple pictures and a statue or two.
you need to rub them up! get them between your thumb and index finger and Gently pull them up. Do this as often as possible, they should start standing up on there own. That was a concern we had with our first baby we talked to the breeder and that's what she told us to do.. we did and it worked good luck... Just a word: a dog is a dog but a Boston is Family. We have two, Baxter a rescued black/white and a red/white female Anney.
Try feeding her lots of poultry and meats for the hair to grow back. If she feels depressed, sooth her and say she's a good girl. Oh, and remember lots of treats and play!
Yes it is completely normal for the brindle coloring to appear later on. Both of my BT's have just a little bit of brindle to them and it didnt show until around 3 months. You should take your dog to the vet to see if he is deaf or hard of hearing. Have you ever tried sneaking up on him ... normally they wont allow it but if he is deaf then he wouldnt be able to hear you comming ... ?
Mia is the laziest dog you will ever meet. Even though she has spurts of high energy she loves to sleep and cuddle under a blanket. She is very smart and loves being around all types of people. Her only downside is that her breath is horrible. Other than that she is a very loving dog and does not act her age. She still acts like a puppy and still has a lot of energy for being 10.
Age :
6weeks
Name:
Ch.Sired litter
Color:
black/white
Description:
Quality "Proudly Made in USA" Boston terriers
Age :
1
Name:
penny
Color:
black and white
Description:
mischievous, playful and loves to eat.
Age :
3
Name:
Lou
Color:
Black/White
Description:
We just adopted Lou. He's our first Boston Terrier and we are hooked on the breed...what a great dog!
Age :
5
Name:
Winston
Color:
Black and White
Description:
Very loving and friendly definitely mans best friend
Age :
4 yrs
Name:
trouble
Color:
black and white
Description:
Our beautiful baby girl. She loves to cuddle in the evenings during the day she is just too busy. Her name fits her. She loves people and especially kids. Everybody is a friendly lap for Trouble.
Age :
12 years
Name:
Boomer
Color:
brindle/white
Description:
I luv to play - but since I am a grandpa - like to sleep all afternoon
I live with a 4 year old boston and a puppy
Age :
4 hears
Name:
Dale Jr
Color:
black/white
Description:
Dale jr is named after race car driver Dale Earnhardt Jr - he luvs to go to the races
Age :
10 months
Name:
Rowdy
Color:
black/white
Description:
Rowdy is names after race car driver Kyle Busch (Rowdy) she met Rowdy and they became friends
Age :
1
Name:
Archie
Color:
Black, White
Description:
Archie is a 1 year old BoShih. He is an amazing dog who is quick to learn, eager to please, full of energy, and a perfect family dog.
Age :
5 months
Name:
Rowdy
Color:
black/white
Description:
Rowdy is named after nascar driver Kyle Busch (Rowdy) she is soooo cute
Age :
3yrs. 4mo. and 4mo.
Name:
Bitty, Henry, and Minnie
Color:
Black and White
Description:
Mom and pups! My loves..
Age :
3 years old
Name:
Dale Jr
Color:
black/white
Description:
I am so cute - I am named after the 88 nascar driver Dale Jr and luv to go to the races. if you look close - you can see 1 blue eye and 1 brown eye
Age :
9 years old
Name:
Boomer
Color:
brindle/white
Description:
Boomer is such a ham - he luvs his frog
Age :
9mos.
Name:
Spanky
Color:
brindle/white
Description:
He is the best dog ever.The light of my life!!
Age :
4 and a half
Name:
Rosco
Color:
black & white
Description:
Our Boston Terrier, Rosco. At the time of this picture, he was a little less than 2. He loves to play.
Age :
3
Name:
Gomer
Color:
Black/white
Description:
11 yr old daughter's best friend and playmate.
Age :
4 months
Name:
Tater
Color:
black white
Description:
Loving, snuggable puppy
Age :
4 years old
Name:
Tyson
Color:
Black and white
Description:
Tyson or bubba bear he answers to. Tyson is the perfect image of a gentlemen. He loves to snuggle with you but never hogs the couch or bed.
Age :
3 months
Name:
Lele
Color:
black and white
Description:
so cute in her little pink dress
Age :
13 MONTHS
Name:
CHILI PEPPER
Color:
RED AND WHITE
Description:
Chili Pepper is my pride and joy. I raised him from a baby and now he is going to be a daddy.
Age :
4 years
Name:
Fenway Park Coleman
Color:
Black & White
Description:
A smile and a wink! She is one happy girl :)
Age :
3
Name:
Spanky
Color:
Brindle
Description:
Playfull smart
Age :
six years old
Name:
jade
Color:
black and white
Description:
the most sweetest and loyal pet ever. she is super affectionate and is a bundle full of joy. she will pose for, wear clothes and lets you paint her nails. she is the best
Age :
6 months today
Name:
Pop-Eye
Color:
Red with White Markings
Description:
Pop-Eye
Age :
6 months today
Name:
Pop-Eye
Color:
Red with White Markings
Description:
Freeze! He didn't mind at all lol
Age :
6 months today
Name:
Pop-Eye
Color:
Red with White Markings
Description:
He's my precious little baby.
Age :
1 year
Name:
Beoka
Color:
Black and White
Description:
She is Awesome!
Age :
5 months
Name:
Trixie
Color:
brindle
Description:
welcome home
Age :
4-5 months
Name:
Spencer Judd Monroe
Color:
Brindle & White
Description:
Spencer is an angel, best baby dog ever :)
Age :
6
Name:
Basil
Color:
Brindle/White
Description:
Basil is always right, don't argue!
Age :
5
Name:
Tank
Color:
Red/White
Description:
Plays hard, cuddles hard!
Age :
6 months
Name:
Dazy Mae
Color:
black and white
Description:
Dazy Mae our precious baby girl!!!!!!!
Age :
2
Name:
Tank
Color:
Seal
Description:
He loves to be pet and plays hard as well.
Age :
10 mo
Name:
samson
Color:
brindle
Description:
Samson is the ham of the house! Always in your business, always chewing on something, and always wanting attention! We are very happy to have him as part of the family. He had a rough start and has some medical issues but he has a permanent home with us!
Age :
3
Name:
Willie
Color:
dark brindle
Description:
Willie is our main stud at Noble Boston Buldogges
See more pics of Willie, and our other Bostons at:
Age :
2
Name:
Agnes
Color:
pied
Description:
Agnes is one of our main brood females here at Noble Boston bulldogges.
you can check her and our other dogs out at:
Age :
2
Name:
Stella
Color:
Black and White
Description:
Loves to jump.
Age :
4
Name:
Stanley
Color:
Black and White
Description:
Is chicken crazy.
Age :
2
Name:
Jaxon
Color:
Black and White
Description:
Posing for the camera
Age :
3 years
Name:
Sasha
Color:
Black & Whits
Description:
Boston Terrier Female
Age :
1 years
Name:
Mysti's Awesome Ottis
Color:
Seal
Description:
Boston Terrier Male
Age :
2 years
Name:
Oreo
Color:
Black Brindle
Description:
AKC/CKC Boston Terrier Male
Age :
1 year
Name:
Alabama Suma Gator
Color:
Black & White
Description:
Boston Terrier Male
Age :
1 year
Name:
Alabama Suma Gator
Color:
Black & White
Description:
Boston Terrier Male
Age :
8 weeks
Name:
See Anna
Color:
Seal & White
Description:
Beautiful Boston Terrier Baby
Age :
9 months
Name:
Bentley
Color:
black
Description:
my baby
Age :
3 months
Name:
Zoey and Bentley
Color:
black and white
Description:
These are our newest additions to the family
Age :
2 months
Name:
Bella
Color:
brindle/wht
Description:
Bella is now 7 months old. Quick learner and full of vim and vinegar. Her big brother is a beautiful Australian Shep that would have nothing to do with her until she was 4 months old. I think he was hoping she wasn't staying.
Age :
7 months
Name:
Mysti's Teeny Tabbie
Color:
Black & White
Description:
CKC Boston Terrier , Teeny is the life of our house.
Age :
7 months
Name:
Mysti's Teeny Tabbie
Color:
Black & White
Description:
This is our beautiful Little Boston Terrier Teeny , she is so active , Loyal, Loving, and our class clown. We have a great love for Boston Terriers at Mystiscritters
Age :
7 Weeks
Name:
Stella
Color:
Red and White
Description:
Small red and white purebreed little girl.
Age :
1 year
Name:
Buster
Color:
black
Description:
funnest , most loving dog... loves to play and is very good with children.. very playful
Age :
4 mos.
Name:
bruno
Color:
black / white
Description:
my uragon pup
Age :
4
Name:
Gimpy
Color:
B&W
Description:
Son to Kisser and Zotz brother to Sixy. A great looking boy that can play with two balls at a time. Very smart and a great companion for my brother.
Age :
7 years
Name:
Zotz a million
Color:
B&W
Description:
Daddy dog to sixy. Thats my boy! He loves to hear that from me. He was saved from home that could not give him the attention or care he needed. He was dumped in a cage all day and he did not deal with it well. So with a lot of love from us he is a good boy now (big baby) He loves me his daddy to deathe can't get out of his sight.
Age :
8 years
Name:
Kisser
Color:
Black and White
Description:
This is mommy dog to sixy. My first Boston I ever owned or she owns me? She has been my side everyday of her life. When it comes her time to go I do not know what I will do. She truley is like a child of mine. Very good nature and loves every thing but mice.
Age :
1 year
Name:
Sixy
Color:
Black and White
Description:
A beautiful girl from our 3rd liter. She was not going to make it but with us making sure she got what she needed from mom at birth she is doing fine. We call her our spoiled rotten teen age brat. We have mom dad and baby.
Age :
2
Name:
FAT FAT
Color:
BLACK & WHITE
Description:
MY LITTLE MAN
Age :
1y 5m
Name:
Crunchy Black
Color:
Blk & Wht
Description:
Not very photogenic
Age :
5 YEARS
Name:
CLOE
Color:
BLACK & WHITE
Description:
VERY VERY SMART, RUNS LIKE THE WIND
Age :
16 mos
Name:
Manchester
Color:
Brindle
Description:
22 lbs with radar like ears. He is animated and responsive with a great sense of humor.
Age :
1 year and 6 moths old
Name:
Stanley
Color:
black (mostly) with a little white
Description:
Loving Boston and is very loyal to his mom and dad!
Age :
1 year and 6 moths old
Name:
Stanley
Color:
black (mostly) with a little white
Description:
Stanley is an extremely affectionate dog that loves to have all the attention on him.
Age :
2 years
Name:
Marley
Color:
Brindle and White
Description:
Marley loves to hike.
Age :
3
Name:
Jake
Color:
black and white
Description:
This is our male he is a wonderful daddy and is AKC as well as CKC registered! I love this picture of him because it shows who he is we call him our little pig.
Age :
3
Name:
Presley
Color:
black/ white brindle
Description:
Greatest camping partner ever!
Age :
9 wks
Name:
Bronx
Color:
Black & White w/brindle markings
Description:
I am a very laid back puppy. Most of the day I sleep, but when I am awake, I am playing with my bestfriend Tiger the cat. My favorite food is Merrick puppy food and my favorite snacks include pup-roni and a juicey pigear. My Mom has taught me several tricks which I have mastered. The tricks include sit, stay, lay, shake, high five, rollover and her favorite "bang, bang" which it play dead. My favorite toy is my rope toy with a giant fake jolly rancher in the middle that Mom got from walgreens. So theres a little about me. I hope you can tell me a little about you!
Age :
1 year
Name:
George
Color:
Black, White & Brown
Description:
George Fav Game- Tug A War
Loves Dog Food
Loves Dog Park
He Is Mom and Dads Little Buddy!
Age :
10 weeks
Name:
otis
Color:
black/white
Description:
my new pup on the left with the mismarked face
Age :
8 weeks
Name:
Sir Petey DeCarlo
Color:
Reversed
Description:
Petey's first day home.
Age :
3 Years
Name:
Sir Petey DeCarlo
Color:
Reversed
Description:
Petey is a very rare colored Boston. (NOT A FRENCHIE) He is white in the places other Bostons are black and black where other are marked in white. Like most Bostons, Petey is very smart, easy to train and LOVES his family.
Age :
8 months
Name:
Cruiz
Color:
Blue and white
Description:
This is my adorable boy. He is very smart and loves people and other dogs. I raise boston terriers and I love the boston breed, especially the blues and reds.
Age :
2
Name:
Freedom's Andante's Arrival
Color:
SEAL, BRINDLE & WHITE
Description:
Beautiful show dog.
Age :
3 months
Name:
Ginger
Color:
seal/white
Description:
She is the sweetest little dog. Very smart. Love her.
Age :
14 weeks
Name:
Magglio
Color:
red or as i would call chocolate
Description:
Chocolate brown BT
Age :
16 months
Name:
Ava Divine
Color:
black and white
Description:
the prettiest BT ever!
Age :
1 year old
Name:
crunchy black
Color:
blk/wht
Description:
hes trying to be a good role modle for his little sister
Age :
3 mths
Name:
Pugsley
Color:
blk/wht
Description:
The newest member of our family :)
Age :
2years
Name:
Chloe
Color:
Black/white
Description:
Chloe is a 2year old fullblooded Boston Terrier. She is a high energy little girl but skiddish at times. She loves to play outside, but when inside she wants to be right next to someone.
Age :
5years
Name:
Peanut
Color:
Black/White
Description:
Peanut is a 5year old full blooded Boston Terrier. He is so sweet & playful & wonderful with everyone. He is a member of our family not a pet!
Age :
10 months
Name:
Fenway
Color:
Black & White
Description:
The wind up toy that never quits. We got him for our French mastifs. they love him like he is one of them! they would protect him to any length
Age :
13 months and 7 months
Name:
Gunny, Pigeon, Tank
Color:
red & whites, Black & white
Description:
Gunny & Tank's birthday. Pigeon celebrating with her brothers in pearls and fur.
Age :
8 months
Name:
Butters
Color:
black and white
Description:
Happy halloween!!!!
Age :
5 wks.
Name:
Milk Dud
Color:
Red/White
Description:
Age :
4 wks.
Name:
zoey
Color:
black/brindle/white
Description:
Age :
6 weeks
Name:
simon
Color:
Black and White
Description:
Simon is a 6 weeks old Boston puppy. He is full of energy and will stay like a playful puppy for most of his life. He has a really sweet personality and will make a great pet for any home. If you are interested let me know. I would be happy to help you with him.
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