Boston Terriers are a result of cross-breeding the now-extinct English White Terrier and the Bulldog. The breed was created to be a pit-fighting dog (earlier versions of the Boston Terrier were taller and heavier), but were bred to be smaller by the 1950s.
Apart from color variations, there is just one type of Boston Terrier.
Boston Terriers live around 12-15 years.
Boston Terriers are small-medium-sized dogs, most weighing 15-25 lbs and standing around 11-17 inches tall.
Boston Terriers are brindle or black with white markings.
Boston Terriers have little to no shedding.
Boston Terriers have an incredibly low-maintenance grooming requirements, as their coats are short and shiny as is, and are easily kept neat.
Boston Terriers are Terriers, after all, so they are fond of the sound of their own voice in alerting their families of intrusion, potential danger, or just a greeting. They are, however, not prone to yappiness. As with any dog, they can be discouraged from barking as frequently with proper training and exercise.
Boston Terriers are mostly healthy and have quite a long lifespan.
You can adopt a Boston Terrier at a much lower cost than buying one from a breeder. The cost to adopt a Boston Terrier is around $300 in order to cover the expenses of caring for the dog before adoption. In contrast, buying Boston Terriers from breeders can be prohibitively expensive. Depending on their breeding, they usually cost anywhere from $600-$2,000.
There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Boston Terrier puppies. Browse the list of Boston Terrier rescues and shelters near you, below.