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Boston Terrier Puppy

Boston Terrier

Breed:
Boston Terrier
Gender:
Male
Color:
Black & White
Purebred/Hybrid:
Purebred
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Boston Terrier Attributes

The Boston Terrier is a breed of dog originating in the United States of America. This “American Gentleman” was accepted in 1893 by the American Kennel Club as a non-sporting breed.[2] Color and markings are important when distinguishing this breed from the AKC standard. They should be either black, brindle or seal with white markings.[3][4] Boston Terriers are small and compact with a short tail and erect ears. The AKC says they are highly intelligent and very easily trained.[5] They are friendly and can be stubborn at times.

Description

The Boston Terrier is a compactly built, well-proportioned dog. It has a square-looking head with erect ears and a slightly arched neck. The muzzle is short and generally wrinkle-free, with an even or a slightly undershot bite. The chest is broad and the tail is short.[4] According to international breed standards, the dog should weigh no more than 25 pounds. Boston Terriers usually stand up to 15–17 inches at the withers.[3]

The American Kennel Club divides the breed into three classes: under 15 pounds, 15 pounds and under 20 pounds, 20 pounds and not exceeding 25 pounds.[9]

Coat and color

The Boston Terrier is characteristically marked with white in proportion to either black, brindle, seal (color of a wet seal, a very dark brown that looks black except in the bright sun), or a combination of the three.[9]

According to the American Kennel Club, the Boston Terrier’s markings are broken down into two categories: Required, which consists of a white chest, white muzzle band, and a white band between the eyes; and Desired, which includes the Required markings plus a white collar, white on the forelegs, forelegs, up to the hocks on the rear legs.[14] For conformation showing, symmetrical markings are preferred.[3] Due to the Boston Terrier’s markings resembling formal wear, in addition to its refined and pleasant personality, the breed is commonly referred to as “the American Gentleman.”[2][9]

Notable features

The Boston Terrier’s large, prominent pair of eyes is a distinguishable feature. The breed’s round eyes are set widely apart, are large in size, and located squarely in the skull.[15]

The breed’s genetic makeup produces a short tail.[16] These short tails can take the shape of a corkscrew, or curl, or they can be straight.[16] Generally, Boston Terriers’ tails do not exceed 2 inches (51 mm) in length.[17]

 

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Boston_Terrier&oldid=1143233312

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