Boston Terrier, a small dog breed

The Boston Terrier dog is one of a few breeds that was developed solely in the United States, in the Boston area, about 1870 to 1885. They were bred down from English Bulldog - English terrier crosses bred to similar crosses. By 1889 there were enough fanciers in the Boston area to found the American Bull Terrier Club, but this name was objected to by both the Bulldog and Bull Terrier fanciers, nor was it acceptable to the AKC. The breed name was therefore changed to its present name, Boston Terrier. The AKC recognized the breed in 1893, an incredibly short time after its founding. At first, color and markings were not all that important, but by the early 1900s the breed's singular markings had become a fundamental breed characteristic. By 1929-1935 it was the most popular breed in America, but despite this, overall breed quality has been maintained. It was first registered in Canada in 1888-89.

The Boston Terrier is a very lively, intelligent, smooth coated, compactly built dog with a short tail. It is sturdy and square in appearance, neither spindly nor coarse. It is a very friendly dog with an excellent disposition. It does well in all kinds of situations, from a small dwelling to a large suburban or country home. It sheds a bit and so should be groomed once a week at least. Its daily exercise needs are minimal. It is blessed with intelligence and is trainable. It is excellent with children, and bonds to the whole family. They are an inside dog, not tolerating a lot of heat or cold, and wanting to be close to the family. Because of the prominent eyes, this breed can be prone to corneal injuries. This dog breed is an excellent companion, and a Boston Terrier puppy is definitely a good choice for a family.