The Boston Terrier is a small and compact dog from the United States. It is recognizable by its white and black markings, round set apart eyes, and short nose. It is a well-proportioned dog with a square-like head, erect ears, and a slightly arched back. In the past, the Boston Terrier was a pit-fighting dog and a rat hunter, but as their temperaments are friendly and happy, they became companion dogs. They are eager to please and are easily trainable, but they can be very protective of their owners. They enjoy people and get along well with children.
Boston Terriers have a withers height between 15”-17” (38-43 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 10-25 lb (5-11 kg). The Boston Terrier has an overall body length of roughly 22”-24” (56-61 cm), standing height between 19”-21” (48-53 cm), and a typical lifespan of 11-15 years.
The Boston Terrier is a small and compact dog from the United States. It is recognizable by its white and black markings, round set apart eyes, and short nose. It is a well-proportioned dog with a square-like head, erect ears, and a slightly arched back. In the past, the Boston Terrier was a pit-fighting dog and a rat hunter, but as their temperaments are friendly and happy, they became companion dogs. They are eager to please and are easily trainable, but they can be very protective of their owners. They enjoy people and get along well with children.
Boston Terriers have a withers height between 15”-17” (38-43 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 10-25 lb (5-11 kg). The Boston Terrier has an overall body length of roughly 22”-24” (56-61 cm), standing height between 19”-21” (48-53 cm), and a typical lifespan of 11-15 years.
