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The
Breed at a Glance
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Recognized by
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AKC |
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Country of Origin
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Life Expectancy
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11 - 13 yrs |
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Height Range
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12 - 16 in |
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Weight
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10 - 24 lbs |
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Colors
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Red brindle, black brindle, or black, all with white markings
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Trainability
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Excellent, easily trained. Doesn't have a typical terrier personality.
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With Children
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Very good
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With Animals
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Good
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Climate
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Can suffer in heat
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Indoor / Outdoor
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Loves outdoors, but needs predominantly indoor home due to heat sensitivity
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Exercise Reqd
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Low.
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Grooming Reqd
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Low. Ears and eyes may require attention
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Boston Terrier Information
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Health Information
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Congenital and Genetic Conditions found with greater than average frequency in the Boston Terrier (point to name for description):
Following are health screenings often performed on breeding Boston Terrier adults; choosing a puppy from a breeder who tests parents for health can help avoid future health problems in your puppy:
BAER Hearing Test
CERF Screening (Canine Eye Research Foundation)
Patellar Luxation Test - OFA
This is presented solely as a starting point for you to learn and ask questions about the breed. This information is NOT to be used to diagnose, evaluate, or treat any condition whatsoever. For specific information, consult your veterinarian. The above diseases and conditions are found with a higher-than-average frequency in the Boston Terrier. These conditions may or may not be severe, and may or may not be hereditary. Some conditions may actually be "normal" for the breed, such as alopecia in the hairless breeds; some may be intrinsic to the breed due to its physiology, such as skin fold dermatitis in the Pug, Bulldog, and Shar-Pei; some may be related to care and nutrition; and some may be strictly genetic.
The best source of additional and more detailed information on these conditions is a veterinarian, breed club, or knowledgeable breeder.
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Boston Terrier Links
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