Colors: Bostons are either: black and white, brown and white, brindle and white, and in rare cases, red and

Living: Bostons can adapt very well. they are happy living in apartments, small homes, large homes, mansions

Recognized: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR

Description

Boston Terriers, also called the Boston bull, are compact and well-muscled dogs. Their faces are unmistakable with a short, wide muzzle, dark, large round eyes set far apart, and small, fine, erect ears. They have a broad, flat head without wrinkles and a short, square muzzle leading to an ample black nose. Its neck is slightly arched and its chest is broad. Its limbs are straight and muscular. Its hair is short, brilliant, and of a fine texture that comes in brindle & white or black & white and some are born brown & white.

Temperament

The Boston is devoted and sensitive to its owner"s wishes and moods. It is well-mannered indoors but saucy and playful especially enjoying ball chasing, whenever the chance arises. Somewhat stubborn, it is nonetheless clever and learns readily. It is reserved with strangers, and some may be aggressive toward strange dogs. Some bark a lot.

Excercise

This is a lively dog that needs daily exercise and interaction with its people. It loves games, and most of its exercise requirements can be met with a romp in the yard or a short walk on leash. It cannot live outdoors. Some Bostons wheeze and snore, and many don"t tolerate heat well. The coat requires only minimal care, an occasional brushing to remove dead hairs.

Grooming

The smooth, short-haired coat is easy to groom. Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush and bathe only when necessary. Wipe the face with a damp cloth every day and clean the prominent eyes carefully. Check both the ears and eyes for grass seeds. Ticks m

Health

Major concerns: none

Minor concerns: cataract, PDA, patellar luxation, stenotic nares

Occasionally seen: deafness, hydrocephalus, esophageal achalasia, distichiasis, persistent right aortic arch

Suggested tests: none

Note: This breed does not tolerate the heat and is sensi