Boston Terrier

Boston Terriers, also called the Boston bull, are compact and well-muscled dogs. Their faces are broad, with a flat head and short, wide muzzle. The hair is short and comes in brindle and white or black and white and some are born brown and white. Height: 15-17 inches (38.1-43 cm.) Weight: 10-25 pounds (4.5-11.3 kg.)dogbreedinfo.com More

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Also known as:

  • Boston Bull,
  • Boston Bull Terrier,
  • Boxwood

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Size:

Minimum Height Maximum Height Minimum Weight Maximum Weight
  • 38 cm (15 in )
  • 43 cm (17 in )
  • 6.8 kg (15 lb )
  • 11.4 kg (25.1 lb )

Hunting Dog:

  • No

Hypoallergenic:

  • No

Cities Where This Dog is Popular:

Cities Date
  • 2008
  • 2008
  • 2008
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Apartment Friendly:

  • Yes

Light Shedder:

  • No

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Life Expectancy:

Low High
  • 13 yr.
  • 15 yr.
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