BOSTON
TERRIER
Characteristics,
care, health & breeder listings below.
 | AKC
Size
Weight is
divided by classes as follows: Under 15 pounds; 15 pounds and under
20 pounds; 20 pounds and not to exceed 25 pounds.
Color:
Brindle, seal, or black with white markings. |
| Basic
Requirements: Boston
Terriers need a moderate amount of room to exercise. They make good
apartment dogs. Watch for signs of heat distress. Boston Terriers
can overheat easily. Because of this, and the fact that they do not
readily tolerate cold weather, they should be kept indoors. Weekly
brushing and occasional bathing is needed. |
| Temperament:
Boston
Terriers are vivacious little dogs. They enjoy playing games with
their owners. They also make great lap dogs. They are good with
older children who are gentle with them. They are not prone to
tolerating rough treatment. |
| Health:
(Health Dictionary click here)
Average
lifespan is 10 years. Watch for Luxated Patellar, Allergies,
Demodex Mange, Epilepsy, Deafness, Juvenile Cataracts |
Boston
Terrier Club of America, Inc., www.bostonterrierclubofamerica.org/
Photos:
right:
Lille
Venns`s Jazz at SkinDeep "Jazz"
Breeder:
Eli Haver Bjørklund Owner:
Marit Jenssen, Norway
left:
Circle J's Naughty Girl Sue
Owner:
Cindy Jones, USA
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HOUSEBREAKING
PROBLEMS?
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messes with absorbent belly bands.
Also
great for adult dogs.
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 Boston
Terrier New
Puppy Essentials
Follow
the link to find out what you'll need to have on hand before bringing
home your new puppy.
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