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| Breed: |
Boston Terrier |
| Country of Origin: |
America |
| AKC Group: |
Non-Sporting |
| Function: |
Companion |
| Life Span: |
15 or more years |
| Appearance: |
Small |
| Color: |
Brindle & white or black & white |
| Coat Type: |
Fine texture |
| Grooming: |
Brush weekly |
| Height: |
15-17 inches |
| Weight: |
10-25 pounds |
| Activity Level: |
Medium |
| Watch Dog: |
No |
| Protection: |
No |
| Intelligence: |
High |
| Trainability: |
High |
| Good With Children: |
Yes |
| Good With Pets: |
Yes |
| Good With Strangers: |
Yes |
| Character: |
Friendly |
| Home Environment: |
Apartment ok |
| Best Owner: |
Playful |
| Potential Problems: |
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| Behavior: |
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| Physical: |
Breathing difficulties when stressed by exertion in
hot or cold weather and can overheat if they are pushed too hard. They may also snore or
drool. Heart and skin tumors are common problems in this breed. The prominent eyes are
prone to injury. Some badly bred Boston Terriers may have a bone defect in the skull that
stunts brain growth, resulting in a retarded dog. |
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