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    Boston Terrier

    The Boston Terrier is often referred to as the "American Gentleman" and for good reason. These smart little dogs boast an interesting ancestry owing some of it to the English Bulldog. The breed first appeared on the scene in the States back in 1893 when various terrier and bull type dogs were crossed. The result saw the first pair of dogs being born and it was these dogs that were to form the foundation stock for the Boston Terrier breed that we know and love today.
    Lifespan
    13-14 years
    Breed group
    Utility
    Weight
    Male: 7-11kg
    Female: 7-11kg
    Height
    Male: 38-43cm
    Female: 38-43cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Boston, Boston bull, Boston bull terrier, American gentleman, Boxwood
    Breed Size
    Small
    Breed Type
    Utility
    Health tests available
    Eye scheme, HC-HSF4
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Medium
    Easy to train
    High
    Shedding
    Light
    Grooming
    needs
    Very low
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to older children
    Health of breed
    Medium
    Cost to keep
    Low
    Intelligence
    Medium
    Tolerates being alone
    Low anxiety

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