Boston terrier (Boston Terrier)

Boston Terrier

Breed characteristics

• Popularity: 8
• Training: 6
• Size: 4
• Reason: 6
• Security: 6
• Relations with children: 10
• Dexterity: 7
• Shedding: 4

Story

The Boston Terrier is a recognizable and very colorful dog, and the history of the origin of these animals has no less color, rather than their appearance. There are several versions regarding the appearance of these pets, and now we will talk about them.

The first is that a resident of Boston, a certain Robert S. Hooper in 1865 he brought from England a dog obtained from crossbreeding bulldog and english terrier. He bought her, allegedly because she reminded him of the little dog that he had in childhood. According to another version, the same Boston resident, Robert S. Hooper, bought his dog from another a resident of Boston, named William O’Brien, between 1865 and 1870 years. And in the first and second case, the story converges in one – the dog’s name was Judge, which means judge.

There is another version according to which the American, or rather, Boston coachmen in the early to mid-1800s specifically created this breed due to the crossbreeding of bulldogs and English white a terrier that has already become extinct by now. They did it with the purpose of obtaining a new breed to participate in clandestine dogfights – It is not known how true this is, but such a version is also available. many consider it reliable.

Be that as it may, there is one indisputable fact – the dog, from breed Boston Terrier, really their name was Judge. It is known that he weighed about 11 kg, had a good physique and tiger coat, with a white spot on the face. Throughout its history, this breed has been called differently – Boston Bull Terrier, Round-headed Bull Terrier, American Terrier, Boston Bulldog.

The first club of these dogs was organized in 1889 – the first 30 owners of Boston bull terriers became members. Their club they called “Round Heads”. Subsequently, they changed their name to “Boston Club of Terriers”, and the breed became informally called “Boston Bulls” – Boston Bulls. American Kennel Club recognized these dogs in 1893.

Description

The Boston Terrier is a small square dog. outlines, moreover, not only the body has square outlines, but and head. Ears are erect, triangular, flattened muzzle, bulging eyes. Paws are short, physique, although compact, but muscular. Color may be different. If you hadn’t come up with a cartoon about a square Sponge Bob, it could very well be cartoon about square boston terrier.

Personality

One has only to look into the cute, kind eyes of this animal, and everything immediately becomes clear – they have a friendly and affectionate disposition. However, something else is not entirely clear – how did the Boston mid-19th century coachmen use these dogs for fights, given their good natured character.

Boston Terriers are poised, soft and great devotion to his master and family members. Despite balance of character, these are very playful dogs, and they joyfully spend time with both people and other animals, including cats. However, they should be introduced to cats from childhood, then you can be sure that in the future there are no problems will arise.

We can say that they literally need to get acquainted with other people and other dogs – this will help broaden their horizons your pet, have a new relationship. Various unforeseen situations, friendship and affection, all kinds of games, new sounds and smells – early socialization is a prerequisite for successful development and disclosure of all the internal qualities of the dog. The Boston Terrier does not like to be alone for a long time, and you need to avoid this.

The dog is great as a companion for humans any age, from small to large. Thanks to balanced nature and high adaptability, as well as due to small size, it can be kept in any city apartment. Still one plus is short hair.

Boston Terrier is always every child’s best friend, and his congenital obstinacy is easy to overcome with the right approach. Strangers are perceived normally, and if they are correct bring up with great friendliness, especially if they see the location of the owner to the person. These are pretty smart dogs, they well understand what is happening around, and therefore need to appropriate games and communication.

Training

Despite the fact that there is an opinion that this dog was bred for dog fights, now it is referred to as decorative breeds. And that means training for complex teams is not required. But you must it is required to do behavior correction, and while the dog is still in early age. This is necessary so that the animal clearly understood who the boss was, who, so to speak, the leader of the pack, and who needed listen at all costs.

In short, you should develop obedience and educate your pet a few simple commands. No need to try to redirect a dog – this breed appreciates kindness, consistency and the balance of the owner, as she herself possesses these qualities. You, as the leader of the pack, must be kind and patient, and if strict – then in the case, and not because they got up on the wrong foot. Screams and beatings are excluded.

Care

The Boston Terrier has a short coat that does not require grooming. It is enough to comb out your pet with a brush once a week. Always keep your dog’s ears and eyes clean and also cut the claws in time. You need to bathe your pet at least one once a week, but better often.

Common diseases

In general, we can say that the Boston Terrier is healthy dog, but there are certain problems. Among them:

• hip dysplasia;
• elbow dysplasia;
• hypothyroidism;
• von Willebrand disease;
• thrombopathy
• cataract;
• Cherry eye
• local dislocation of the patella is generally common disease among small dogs;
• heart murmur;
• deafness;
• allergies of various types;
• megaesophagus – a defect in the esophagus, due to which the dog spewing seeking;
• reverse sneezing;
• brain tumors.

Some diseases can be identified due to genetic test, and therefore you need to ask for the appropriate certificates and Help from the breeder when buying a puppy.

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