Boston Terrier (big)

Animal welfare relevant breed

Life expectancy

12 years

Age adult

14 months

Height (Shoulder height)

45 cm

Weight

11 kg

Coat texture

short-haired / smooth / flat

Coat color

brindle, black, brown, each with white markings

Common illnesses

patellar dislocation / eye diseases / respiratory problems / allergies / spinal disc herniation / soft palate disorders/ degeneration / tracheal collapse / sensitive to heat / senstive to cold / birthing difficulties / limb-grindle muscular dystrophy / Breeding relevant to animal welfare

Food expenses per month in €

about € 29

Suitable for children

Rather yes

Needs a garden

Rather not

Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment

Rather not

First dog suitable

Rather yes

Allergy friendly

Rather not

Athletic

less atletic

Attention

Needs much attention

Care and grooming

Low grooming effort

Eager to learn

Medium

Exercise

Needs more exercise

Nature

happy / alert / clingy / loving

Bred for

dogfights

Common illnesses

patellar dislocation / eye diseases / respiratory problems / allergies / spinal disc herniation / soft palate disorders/ degeneration / tracheal collapse / sensitive to heat / senstive to cold / birthing difficulties / limb-grindle muscular dystrophy / Breeding relevant to animal welfare

Dog type according to FCI

companion and toy dogs

FCI description

Dogs of this group were not bred to fulfill a certain function (hunting, hating, ...), but to be a good companion for humans. They look very different, also character-wise they vary strongly. Many are self-confident, social and lovable. With loving education and enough species-appropriate occupation, you can find here a pleasant and faithful companion in the everyday life, who can adapt mostly well.

Short description

The Boston Terrier is suitable as a family-dog, as he easily adapts to new circumstances and is very endearing company. He loves to be part of everything and likes to be taken everywhere. If you are interested in this breed you should watch out for good breeding, as this breed tend to have different genetic diseases. He is very alert, however, does not tend to bark a lot. The Boston Terrier needs a soft but firm training.

This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.