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About Boston Terriers
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The Boston Terrier was
originally a cross between Bull Terriers and Bulldogs. The first
crosses occurred in England, and some members of this hybrid stock were
sent to America. In 1889 a group of fanciers in the Boston area
organized the American Bull Terrier Club. Due to objections by the Bull
Terrier breeders and the Bulldog breeders since the new dogs weren't
really Bulldogs or Terriers, the name of the club was changed to the
Boston Terrier club of America in 1891 and the standard was written for
the breed.
Boston Terriers are bred in a variety of sizes. The largest of them
should not weigh more than 24lbs (11kg). Their short-haired coat can be
a black/brindle or black with white markings. The preference is for the
brindle (black with a little showing of brown through the black in
places.)
Bostons are "bouncing dogs". Bostons don't just run, they bounce and
bound when they run. The breed is full of energy and spirit, yet very
loving and devoted pets. They love attention, but do tend to be
somewhat territorial and protective of "their" family. Boston Terriers
also do not require much grooming. Run a smooth glove or brush across
the coat and just keep the ears clean and the claw trimmed.
Click here for Boston Terrier puppies
currently available for adoption. A Boston Terrier puppy is full of
energy! They are sometimes called "boston bull terriers".
We welcome pictures of our babies to post on the alumni page. Short
stories, birthday pics, unusual antics, whatever. To see some of our
Alumni, click here! |
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Bostons get along great with kids and other
dogs. Bubby, Benny and Otto are shown here. Bubba is top, Benny is
smiling for you in the middle and Otto is our newest adoptee in Eastern
Oregon! He obviously has adoring fans!
Note all three shown are BOYS. Don't get the idea that only a GIRL is
good for your family. That only a GIRL won't pee all over....boys, when
neutered early make wonderful buddies. It is only when you don't neuter
them or let them reach maturity before neutering, that you have
problems. It is natural for a mature male to want to mark his
territory. Otherwise, a "fixed" male is a mellow, fellow without that
urge! |
Frisbee and her new master in Canada. Retired mom's can take care of
kids too! |
 Hi, I'm Cooper! What's your name? |
 What a life! A guy, a couch, a nap
and the remote control! Heaven! |
Frisbee babysitting. Frisbee had two litters of puppies, 9 - 10 in each
litter! That
is enough! Retirement, as you can see, is wonderful! |
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