Boston Terrier
Puppy
Fully Grown
Lively and happy, coupled with lots of charm...Boston Terriers are sure to impress with their big personality packaged in a small compact body on long legs.
Boston Terriers are lovable, attentive and easy going. Great with other animals, they adjust easily to new situations. Due to their size and confidence they can be taken everywhere and will happily go with you on any adventure.
They enjoy long walks, but their short noses - which can make breathing a bit more difficult - combined with their heat sensitivity, mean they aren't likely to become extreme athletes.
Boston Terriers might prefer doggy dancing or obedience training as an outlet, where they can use their smarts and charisma to outperform the bigger breeds.
Boston Terriers are very affectionate and might decide to run up to you and give you a face wash at any time ... so be prepared for dog slobber! Their charm and silliness makes it hard to say no. They are likely make you laugh with their funny snorting sounds or begging eyes at the dinner table.
Boston Terriers simply looooove food, and it's easy to teach them great tricks using food as a reward. Who knows, they may even help you load the dishwasher by pre-washing the dishes!
| Weight: | 6-11 kg |
| Health risk: | Medium |
| Life expectancy: | 13-15 years |
| Coat: | Short |
| Grooming intensity: | Low |
| Monthly cost (food): | Below average |
| Trainability: | High |
| Activity level: | Medium |
There are many sources to get your Boston Terrier from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Boston Terrier to adopt:
To help your rescued Boston Terrier to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Boston Terrier from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
