Boston Terrier Breed Information & Characteristics

The Boston Terrier is a breed that has an average risk of becoming obese. Daily walks and a balanced diet of quality dry dog food can help maintain a healthy weight. An active lifestyle and monitoring weight regularly is recommended.

Unfortunately, the Boston Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Friendly
Intelligent
Playful
Aggressive
Gentle
Lively

Boston Terrier dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Boston Terrier. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, this breed will alert their owner.

United States

Terrier, Bulldog, French Bulldog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1800s

Non Sporting (AKC:1893)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Blue
Brown

Black
Isabella

Black
Isabella
Fawn
Brindle

Boston Terriers are known for their short coat.

Straight

A Boston Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Boston Terriers are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Boston Terrier is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Cataract
Corneal Ulcer

Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination

Boston Terriers are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Boston Terrier have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Boston Terrier dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Boston Terriers dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

The Boston Terrier is a breed of dog that is characterized by its minimal drooling, making it an ideal choice for people who dislike drool marks on their clothing.

Boston Terrier dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Boston Terrier dogs are known for being average at defending. They possess the capability to defend their territory or owners, but it is not their primary trait. They are not the best choice for guard dogs

Walk, Toys, Walking, Sniffing, Hiking, Kisses, Sniff, Shake, Dressing up, Cuddling, Belly rubs, Playing, Jumping, Running, Socializing, Hopping, Eating Snacks, Chase, Catch treats, Nap, Run, Play, Cuddles, Cuddle, Sleep, Not that much, Playing around, Chasing ball, Relaxing, Tug-of-war

Boston Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boston Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Boston Terrier is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Boston Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Boston Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Boston Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Boston Terrier is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Boston Terriers has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Boston Terrier is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

Boston Terriers are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

A Boston Terriers typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Boston Terriers are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Boston Terriers are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Boston Terriers are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Boston Terriers have an average level of playfulness. The Boston Terriers, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Boston Terrier dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.