Boston Terrier Breed Information
Boston Terriers 2010 Wall Calendar
Boston Terriers, often called the "American Gentlemen", are truly spirited dogs and one of the few breeds native to the United States. Lively, intelligent, compact, and curious, Bostons are full of spunk. With their distinctive white markings, they are also quite cute. This 2006 Boston Terriers calendar captures the big personalities of these charming little dogs.
| Other Names | Boston Bull | |||
| Country of Origin | United States | |||
| Approximate Date of Origin | 1800s | |||
| AKC Group | Non-sporting Group | |||
| First Use | Ratting, companion | |||
| Today's Use | Companion | |||
| Life Expectancy | 13 years | |||
| Coat | Smooth, short, glossy | |||
| Color | Black brindle with white markings | |||
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| Approximate Height | 14-15 in | |||
| Approximate Weight | 14-24 lbs | |||
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| Thrives is Hot Climates | No | |||
| Thrives in Cold Climates | No | |||
| Easy to Train | Somewhat | |||
| Good With Other Dogs | Somewhat | |||
| Good With Other Pets | Yes | |||
| Good with Children | Yes | |||
| Good as a Watchdog | Yes | |||
| Good For Protection | No | |||
| Recognized by... | AKC | CKC | FCI | KC |
| Noisiness | Below Average | |||
| Common Health Problem | Allergies | |||
| Other | Some bostons wheeze and snore | |||
| Suitable for first time owners | Gifts for Boston Terriers | |||
