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Boston Terriers

The Boston Terrier was the result of an English Bulldog and an English Terrier cross. It comes in a range of colours and markings. The black and white variety that resembles a tuxedo is the most renowned, therefore it is nicknamed the American Gentleman. Its temperament is also gentle and friendly, which makes it an ideal companion animal. In this category, there are questions relating to the Boston Terrier.

261 Questions

Do Boston terriers have a good sense of smell?

yes, they are hunting dogs breed for their ability sniff out prey.

Your Boston terrier has new spots on his belly what causes this?

Boston Terriers are supposed to have faint spots on their belly, legs, neck, ect. I'm always discovering new spots on mine. They're there because it's just natural coloring.

How did the Boston terrier become the state dog of Massachusetts?

The dogs origins are founded in Boston, MA, hence the name Boston Terrier. It wasn't until 1979 that the state legislature adopted the Boston Terrier as the state dog.

Boston terrier why would one die after giving birth?

A Mom could die if she had a puppy or a placenta stuck still inside her and was not brought to the vet to have it removed. A puppy sometimes dies after birth, it is called "fading puppy" and it is thought that there is something wrong with the puppy and it is natures way of taking care of it.

Is 3 old for a Boston Terrier?

Not at all! They can live up to around 15 quite easily. That is just a young adult

What is the lowest temperature that a Boston terrier can survive in?

That is very subjective. Bostons can not handle too much heat or cold so what ever temperature that would be cold enough to cause their airway to be blocked by the cold and how long they were exposed to it. For survival they would need to be about as warm as we humans need to be.

Were Boston terriers bread to hunt rats?

Boston Terriers were bread to be fighting dogs. When the breed originated they were bigger and tougher then the current typical Boston.

What age can cairn terriers have puppies?

Most dogs reach sexual maturity between 6 and 14 months old. For females, this is marked by the first heat cycle. However, for the health of the mother and pups, dogs should not be bred until they are at least two years old and have been checked by a vet.

Can a french bulldog Boston terrier mix swim?

Surprisingly they can. You would think they couldn't because of they flat faces might make it hard to breath

What can Cairn terriers be allergic to?

Everything other dogs are allergic to. Here are some examples: Most nuts (peanuts are ok but they are hard to chew So basically they are a choking hazard) chocolate. Look it up on Google.

How many pounds average the Boston terrier in adult age?

There are three categories for Bostons. Small which is 1-10 pounds

Medium is 20 -30 pounds and Large is 30-34 pounds.

It will most likely be about the same weight as it's parents. Most are 12-18 pounds.

How do you break a Boston Terrier's tail?

If you have or seen a Boston Terrier and there tail is kinked, it's just the way there tail is. it has never been broken. Unless somebody actually goes and breaks the dogs tail.

How can you help your Boston Terrier during delivery?

stay calm if your dog is having trouble slowly and gently pull the sack out and tear it open so the puppy can breathe

How are a Boston Terrier and French Bulldog alike?

They both share the same English bulldog as a parent but the French bullog is also half Bulldog Francais. The Boston Terrier is half, the now extinct, White Terrier.

What age do Boston Terriers grow whiskers?

All dogs are different. Some will grow whiskers when they are a few months old. Others will start when they are two years old! All dogs are different!

What are some physical features of a Boston terrier?

Here are some physical features of a Boston Terrier:

Size: small

Leg length: average

Body: average

Topline: level

Underline: average

Tail: bob

Tail carriage: low

Tail shape: screw

Hair on tail: smooth

Feet: splayed

Head shape: round

Face: Pushed in

Forehead: domed

Stop: pronounced

Muzzle: short and wide

Eye set: average

Eye size: average

Eye shape: round

Eyelid: tight

Eye colour: dark

Ear shape: prick ears

Ear size: short

Coat length: short

Coat texture: soft

Coat type: straight

Coat colours: black & white, black brindle & white, brindle & white, seal & white, seal brindle & white, black, brindle, seal, white & black, white & brindle, white & seal

Skin: smooth

* Your Boston Terrier may look slightly different

Do people cut Boston terriers tails?

No, never. Bostons don't have much of a tail other then a small corkscrew and you leave it alone. If you get a Boston with a tail it is not full bred but don't ever dock it. I doubt a vet would anyway.

What does a Boston Terrier's screw-tail look like?

Some times they look like they've been broken, whuch is normal. Typically though they lay close to the rectum and are kinked or twisted.

How many colors are there for a Boston terrier?

3

black and white

"seal" and white

and bridle and white