Boston Terrier Characteristics
At a glance:
- Height: 15 to 17 inches
- Weight: 6 to 25 lbs
- Color: brindle and white, black and white, seal and white
- Life Expectancy: 10-15 yrs
- Grooming: simple
- Exercise: undemanding
- Temperament: Determined
Boston Terrier Characteristics – History:
The Boston Terrier is said to have been the result of crossing the English Bulldog with the English Terrier which has now become extinct. It lead tho the birth of a dog named Hooper’s Judge who approximately weighed about 30 pounds. This dog was successively bred down and crossed with the French bulldog which is also said to have been the predecessor of the Boston Terrier. The present day breed was bred down from the original Boston Terrier which is said to have weighed about 44 pounds and was used in pit fights. The breed gained immense popularity and fanciers of this particular breed formed the American Bull Terrier Club. The name was not well received by Bull terrier enthusiasts and the breed was eventually renamed after its birthplace.
Boston Terrier Characteristics – Physical Representation:
The Boston Terrier has a muscular body with a compact build. It has a square shaped head along with a short and wide muzzle. The nose is black in color and the large and dark colored eyes are set far apart with the ears standing erect. The board chest is accompanied by a neck which is visibly arched. The short haired coat has a smooth texture and comes in a combination of brindle and white, black and white or seal and white.
Boston Terrier Characteristics – Type of work the breed does:
This breed was originally used for pit fights but over the years has been bred to develop non aggressive traits. Today they are highly regarded as companion dogs and are known to be good watchdogs as well.
Boston Terrier Characteristics – Personality and Temperament:
This highly intelligent breed has acquired a reputation for having a lively and endearing personality. Once used in pit fights, the Boston Terrier has been effectively developed to become a companion dog. Gentleness and playfulness have become their pronounced attributes. They are easy to train as they are highly intelligent and always prepared to learn. This Breed is also known to be willful and therefore should be treated patiently. They are excellent companions for children and aged people as well as friendly with strangers and accommodating of other pets.
Boston Terrier Characteristics – Care:
The short haired coat which has a fine texture is easy to groom. It should be brushed with a firm brush and the dog should be bathed only when required. The face should be cleaned with a damp cloth and the eyes should also be paid adequate attention. The ears should be checked consistently for ticks and grass seeds. The nails also need clipping at regular intervals. The Boston Terrier is known to be an average shedder.
Boston Terrier Characteristics – Living Environment:
The Boston Terrier can adapt to apartment life very easily as they are active indoors and do not require a yard.
The Hidden Pet Fence does work with well Boston Terriers but should be installed by a hidden dog fence professional. Bostons are easily trained to the pet fence but it must be done with care for they are a sensitive breed. Contain-A-Pet now mandates all its hidden pet fence dealers are dog trainers. This ensures that the hidden fence is installed correctly and the dog is correctly trained.
You will be amazed what our dealers know about dogs, their personalities and temperaments. Call them today. Ask questions and get to know your local dealer. Need your local dealer? Call 1-800-777-3647 and we will be happy to direct you!
Jul 20, 2011 | | Non-Sporting Dogs
Do you live in a city with banned dog breeds? Many people do and some don’t even realize it as often times the laws are not enforced. In the next few paragraphs you will learn about how breeds get banned, the breeds that are most often banned and why it should make a difference to you.
Dogs Attack
It doesn’t matter the size or the breed of a dog, any dog that is untrained can pose a threat to others. Some grandparents in Hopkinton, Iowa, learned this the hard way. On March 5th their three year old granddaughter went out in their backyard and was fatally mauled by the families two pet Rottweiler’s. She died and the animals were euthanized at the request of the family. The city council discussed banning the Rottweiler breed but later decided against it.
Breeds Being Banned
If you live in a city with laws regarding the breeding or owning of certain breeds and you don’t follow the laws you could be fined or face jail time. Some of the most popular breeds currently being banned are: American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Rottweiler, Mastiffs, Great Danes, Chow Chows, German Shepherds and many others.
Why Should It Make A Difference?
Imagine being in the military or having a job where you frequently have to move your family. If your family has a Pit Bull there are many cities where the breed is not welcomed. If you have a large dog such as a Saint Bernard or Mastiff you won’t be able to move him to Fairfield Iowa, all dogs that weigh over one-hundred pounds are banned. Some rental property owners have certain breeds they won’t allow and insurance companies will charge more for coverage if you have a certain breed or they can deny you insurance altogether. What if you have a well behaved dog and the breed gets banned from your city, what will you do? Many people are dealing with this problem everyday as they have to leave the pets they love behind.
Prevent Banning
If you have a dog that bites or attacks someone you could unknowingly start a conversation in your city regarding banning the breed of your dog. Make sure your dog is well trained. Seek out a trainer to help if your dog has behavior issues you can’t correct on your own. Dog lovers are angered by the fact that many breeds are being banned as the attacks are typically the cause of the owners mistreating the dogs, teaching them to attack or ignoring behavior issues that causes the problems in the first place. They don’t care if a breed is banned, they will just move on to another breed until that breed is also banned. The cycle will just continue until the owners are held accountable. Responsible dog owners and breeders are the people who suffer most in these situations.
Last, but certainly not least, you should never use an electric fence for dogs for the only means of containment for a pet that you think could bite someone. That is totally irresponsible and dangerous.
May 17, 2011 | | General Pet Info
Are you in the market for a fence for dogs? If you own a dog, chances are you are having to find some means of containing your dog. The old traditional method of safe and humane containment is the conventional wire or wooden fence. Is this still the best way to keep your dogs at home, safe in your yard? I will let you decide.
First of all, what is a traditional fence for dogs? A traditional fence could be a wooden/pvc privacy fence, a wooden/pvc split rail (has to have wire to keep your dogs in), a chain link fence, or even a brick or wrought iron fence. A traditional fence for dogs of this nature can start at a couple of thousands of dollars and go much, much higher … if you have one installed correctly. Correctly means installing a fence that minimizes the chance for a dog to dig under it or jump over it. That means you have to build your fence so that it goes underground enough to discourage dogs from digging under it. It also means you have to make it high enough so that your dog doesn’t jump over it or climb out of it.
Even after you build a dog fence to these standards, there is still no guarantee it will keep your dog in the yard. Dogs can be pretty smart when there is something on the other side of the fence worth getting to. And, this can very frustrating for you, the dog owner. I’ve been in that exact situation many, many years ago.
Let’s say that you build a fence for dogs that accomplishes the above. The next thing to consider is a gate to get in and out of the fence. You have to make sure your gate can’t be dug under or jumped over as this becomes the weakest link in your fence system.
Do you have children? Are you forgetful? Have you got a dog proof latch? Even if the fence for dogs does what it is supposed to do, there is no defense for leaving the gate open or not latched securely. I can promise you that your dog will be at that gate a great deal of the time because they see you going in and out of the gate and realize that is the portal to all things outside.
When looking for a fence, there are many reasons to have a conventional fence; but, there are just as many reasons not to have a conventional fence when the sole purpose is containing your dog.
Personally, I solved my fence for dogs problem many years ago with electronic underground dog fencing. It is safe, humane and cost effective if you choose the right company. The right company is one offered and trained by real pet professionals and offers a full one year dog containment guarantee.
Call 1-800-777-3647 to learn why Contain-A-Pet offers the best value in electronic fencing today for your containment needs.
Feb 06, 2011 | | Dog and Cat Fencing