Boston Terriers
Q: I have done a lot of research and have decided to get a Boston Terrier. I am wondering if there is a huge difference in the sexes? I know in some breeds there is and a lot just depends on the individual dog's personality. I know from research the males tend to be a little bigger. If anyone out there owns or has been around Bostons for a while let me know. I have a toddler and would like a cuddler (I know Bostons can be very affectionate). Any information or personal experiences would...
A: I have had three Boston Terriers and all three were very wonderful, but very different. Tiny was the first one we got, who is still with us today. She loves children and all humans. She cuddles and keeps you warm in bed in the winder. She is like a little hot waterbottle. On the other hand she does not get along well with other dogs, especially females and she does have some eye problems as most bostons do.
We got another Boston, Spanky, soonafter. He was so funny. His...
I have two Boston Terriers, a boy and a girl. They are both Pure Bred, one is AKC. But neither of them look like all the other Boston Terriers. Can u tell me why?
I am thinking about getting a french bulldog, but ive noticed that some faces are more pug than others, is this because they are mixed with boston terriers? I would really like one that does not have a smushed face. I also would like to know the differences between the two : because the prices are alot different, but they do look similar.
Do you love them or hate them. Do you have one, if so what state do you live in. I love Boston Terriers and have had one for over 8 years. His name is Kona.
Ric Metts of Cleveland, Texas, returned home one recent evening and was told by his nephew, Caleb, that his three dogs had caught a bat. The dogs – a 2-year-old Boston Terrier named Carter, an 18-month-old Smooth Fox Terrier named Fee and a 5-month-old Wire Fox Terrier named Mark – had been playing in the backyard and, before Caleb could stop them, they had used their natural terrier instincts for hunting to attack the bat. What happened next was every dog owner’s worst nightmare.
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It would be best to buy a puppy from a responsible breeder. This would be someone who has lots of experience with the breed, has only a couple of litters a year and raises all their puppies in the house.
Someone who is experienced will be much more helpful in ensuring that you get a puppy with a personality that matches what you are looking for. They spend A LOT of time with the litter and know the puppies individually, therefore will be more likely to make sure you do get a...
They are great dogs. But whether male or female, get him/her neutered or spayed.
The female will be a little less headstrong.
A spayed female would probably be calmer and cuddlier.
Have you spent any time with bostons? Most terrier breeds don't do well with small children. Bostons can overexert themselves playing too hard and become overheated or vomit, even from an hour or less of being chased by a child. They also tend to greet people by barrelling into them, and are big enough to knock down a young child.
All in all they are great dogs, but you might want to spend time with...
When I was growing up my parents always had a Boston Terrier at home! They are fantastic with children! They like to play alot, and are very affectionate. They are also very intelligent dogs, and learn fast. I would consider crate training though, if you are getting a puppy! When I was young, I remember coming home with my parents, and our dog would chew things up because he would get bored while we were gone! As far as what sex to get, we always had a female. We never had a big problem...
Even though I have males, I would choose a female. Males are leg lifters. By the way, Boston Terriers are adorable. Just a piece of advice, get two of them. They will keep each other company when you can't be with them and usually dogs behave just a little better if they have a companion. They don't suffer from seperation anxiety as much if they have a companion.
We have a female Boston, and she is an absolutely wonderful dog. I don't know about males, but I would assume that they are just as affectionate and loving. If you were to adopt a male, you might want to neuter him at an early age to keep him from becoming too aggressive.