Boston Terrier

 

Briefly about the breed

• The Boston Terrier is a playful and versatile companion dog.
• The breed club is recommended to find an experienced breeder.
• Talk to the breeder about the health status of the parents.
• Despite being a company dog, the breed also enjoys dog sports and needs exercise.
• The breed has an interesting history and is known for its friendliness and intelligence.
• The Boston Terrier is a compact dog with smooth hair and well-placed white markings.
• The coat is easy to care for and has a short, smooth texture.

History

The Boston Terrier was bred by a group of dog enthusiasts in and around Boston, Massachusetts in the USA. Between 1870 and 1890, these enthusiasts began to focus on creating a specific breed, but the details of the breeding process are little known. The breed is claimed to have arisen as a result of crosses between bulldogs and various terriers that were used for dog fighting. These dogs came to the United States from England. In 1893, the Boston Terrier was recognized by the American Kennel Club and thus became the national breed of the United States. In Norway, the Norwegian Boston Terrier Club was established on 1 January 2010.

Characteristics and Mentality

The Boston Terrier is a lively and highly intelligent dog. It is also a very versatile companion that thrives on the sofa as well as in the forest, or as a participant in various dog sports. The breed is remarkably friendly and the combination of friendliness and intelligence makes it an outstanding companion dog.

Size and Appearance

The Boston Terrier is a smooth-haired dog with a short head and compact body. It has a short tail and well-balanced proportions. Approved colors include brindle, seal or black with well-placed white markings. The dog’s head should be in proportion to the size of the body and express intelligence. It has strong and well-angled legs, and no details should be so prominent that they disturb the proportions. The Boston Terrier should radiate determination, strength, energy and style. The breed should not weigh more than 11.4 kilograms.

Fur grooming

The coat of the Boston Terrier is easy to care for and can be brushed with a rubber brush. If necessary, it can be bathed. The fur has a short and smooth structure that shines beautifully.

The breed club

For more information about the Boston Terrier, it is recommended to contact the breed club. The breed club is the expert on the breed, has an overview of breeders and has knowledge of the breed’s health. They can give valuable advice and guidance to those who want to buy a puppy.Good luck exploring this amazing breed!Sources: Wikipedia , Dyrebar , Purebred