If you have or know somebody that has a Boston Terrier, what kind of information can you give me? How much do they shed, do you think they'd be good for someone with allergies, do they have a good temperment, easy to train, bark a lot, good with children, etc? THANKS!
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Yes Boston Terriers shed quit a bit. They are good for someone with allergies b/c their hair is stiffer than say poodles, bichons, etc. They have wonderful temperments, very easy to train and excellent with children. They have wonderful personalities, they do bark a lot, but you can teach them not to unless it's appropriate.
They do shed, as all dogs do, but not excessively. They do have dander,so allergies would be irritated, but not as bad as say a larger dog. Boston's have excellant temperaments, at least all the Boston's I have seen are very good with childrens, playfull and sometimes mischievious. They do bark just like other dogs, some more than others. They have a lot of energy, and are smart so they are trainable.
They are WAY hyper. Having kids around one will be a handfull. They often jump up in faces and chew on anything that they come in contact with. They are easy to train, but very hard to keep their attention. It takes a very patient person to train one. They do not bark a lot.
there are very good animals i have one and i can't see my life with out him he is a snug bunny cause we trained him they don't shed really bad they should be good with any one with allergies they have very good temperment there easy to train the don't bark a lot there great with children let me know if you have any more question at danielle388599@sbcglobal.net
My boston only sheds a little. I don't notice it until he gets in my bed which has a black sheet. He's very good w/my children, little hyper at times, but good. The only real complaint I have about mine, is that he likes to chew on things. Mine is still a puppy, so that could be the puppy stage. We just keep things picked up that he shouldn't chew on and we are pretty good. All together, he's a real good dog. He hardly barks. Hope this helps!!
I absolutely love Boston Terriers! My friend, across the street, has five of them, and they're hilarious! If you get one, you'll be amazed on how awesome pets they will be to you. They are always alert, they're gentle, sweet, love to play, need lots of exercise, and they respond quickly to command if they are trained well enough. What I really like about Boston Terriers is that they are great watchdogs! They don't tend to bark as much, as other dogs might and these dogs are popular in the United States, as I'm not sure of the percentage of how many people do have a Boston Terrier in the U.S.
Some of their health problems, though, mostly point at breathing problems when they are stressed out in hot weather, or cold.
They live about 15-18 years in general and are intelligent dogs!
Grooming a Boston Terrier is pretty easy and simple since their coat is smooth and short-haired. You should comb, bathe, and brush when necessary.
Boston Terriers were bred to be companion dogs and they are just that. They quickly become a part of the family and are most happy when they are in the company of family members. They do well around children, adults and even other pets. The Boston Terrier is an excellent house dog, being a nice, medium size dog that can be comfortable to have around. If you're, also, wondering...yes, a Boston Terrier will shed but, since they do not have an undercoat, the hairs are short and usually not a problem in most homes. Weekly brushing and your standard schedule of vacuming and cleaning in your home will keep the small amount of shed hair well under control.
Some people will tell you that there is no such thing as a bad Boston Terrier but in reality there are good ones and there are bad ones. The first thing you need to do is to read and study online information and how to care for Boston Terriers. The next thing you need to understand is that more "bad" Boston Terriers are bred by people who have no regard for the health and well being of the breed than any other reason. Most back yard breeders and Puppy Mills (sell online and to pet stores)can turn out Bostons faster than the shelters can rescue them. A Boston, when bred without due consideration as to the Standard, often have structure faults that are so severe that the quality of life for that puppy will not be as good as one that was produced by a knowledgeable and caring breeder. Choose your breeder and your new Boston carefully and you will be rewarded with a wonderful companion for many years. Remember, getting a new Boston Terrier is one of the few times in your life that you can choose a family member!
The Boston Terrier needs exercise every day, though a backyard play session or short walk should usually suffice; the dog can even meet its daily needs in the house if need be. The low maintenance short coat needs an occasional brushing and little more. Take care, however, to keep your Boston warm during the winter months, as this easy to care for coat does not provide much in the way of warmth. Also note that like most short-muzzled dogs, the Boston Terrier does not do well in heat. A fairly health breed, the Boston Terrier nonetheless occasionally suffers from patellar luxation, allergies, constricted nostrils, deafness and seizures.
Overall, they're wonderful dogs and have a good feeling toward nature. If you're looking for a dog who loves to play, social, loves other animals and the people in your house, a watchdog, and a dog that's affectionate, a Boston Terrier is the right dog for you, in fact, they are right for even children, teenagers, and even adults!
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Boston Terriers are typically small, compactly built, well proportioned dogs with erect ears, short tails, and a short muzzle that should be free of wrinkles.[2] They usually have a square sort of face. Boston terriers can weigh from 10 to 25 lbs, typically in the vicinity of 15 lbs.[3] Boston Terriers usually stand 15-17 inches at the withers.[4]
The Boston Terrier is characteristically marked with white in proportion to either black, brindle, seal, or a combination of the three. Seal is a color specifically used to describe Boston Terriers and is defined as a black color with red highlights when viewed in the sun or bright light. If all other qualities are identical, brindle is the preferred color according to most breed standards.[2][4]
Ideally, white should cover its chest, muzzle, band around the neck, half way up the forelegs, up to the hocks on the rear legs, and a white blaze between but not touching the eyes. In show dogs, symmetrical markings are preferred.[4] Due to the Boston Terrier's markings resembling formal wear, in addition to its refined and pleasant personality, the breed is commonly referred to as the "American Gentleman." [1] The breed is known for its gentle, alert, and intelligent expression.
Frequently, variations on the standard are seen depending on the ancestry of the individual dog. At various times, the Bulldog, American Pit Bull Terrier, English Mastiff, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and French Bulldog鈥攁mong other breeds鈥攈ave been crossbred with Boston Terrier lines to minimize inbreeding in what is necessarily a small gene pool.
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